
South Dakota gas prices fall 2-cents per gallon to start May
UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have fallen 2.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.99/g

UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have fallen 2.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.99/g

UNDATED – Americans collectively owe over $12.6 trillion in mortgage debt, and the personal finance website WalletHub today released its

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Monument Health Rapid City Hospital earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an

Jason Love has spent a lifetime playing on teams, coaching them, building them, and leading them—on the field, on the sidelines and in the office. From playing with Post 22 and cheering on his daughters in basketball to guiding a global engineering consulting firm, he knows that a strong team isn’t just the key to […]

SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. — May 1, 2025 — Floyd’s Truck Center is proud to announce the acquisition of Nebraska Truck Center (NTC), a highly respected Freightliner and Western Star dealership with a 50-year legacy of serving customers across central Nebraska. This acquisition strengthens Floyd’s presence in the state and enhances its ability to meet the trucking […]

Aqua and Acre Market is a sustainable urban farming operation that uses aquaponics to cultivate fresh produce alongside fish. From 2018 to 2024, Dr. Kelsey Murray served as the Program Director for Environmental Engineering and Controlled Environment Agriculture programs at Western Dakota Technical College. In that time, she developed a curriculum and fostered modern, sustainable […]

RAPID CITY, SD – Scull Construction Service is celebrating a significant milestone, marking its 40th Anniversary with a special gathering on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The company will host clients, friends, and family from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM MDT to commemorate four decades of dedicated and rewarding work. A brief presentation highlighting the company’s […]

PIERRE, S.D. – Exciting news for aspiring homeowners in South Dakota! With the recent increase in federal income guidelines, more

PIERRE, S.D. – The Department of Labor and Regulation will host its next Workforce Knowledge Series session on Thursday, May

UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have risen 4.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.02/g

UNDATED – With Mother’s Day around the corner and 74% of women with children under age 18 having been in

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Black Hills IV held its grand opening, introducing a new approach to health and wellness that focuses

UNDATED – With the gambling industry bringing in a record $71.9 billion in revenue last year, the personal-finance website WalletHub

Hyatt Place Rapid City / Downtown, the first hotel built in downtown Rapid City in more than 35 years, is now open. As the only Hyatt hotel in the region, the expansion of Hyatt Place brand’s footprint demonstrates World of Hyatt’s commitment to growing in markets that matter most to guests and members. The new […]

Korder Cropsey has earned licensure as a professional engineer in South Dakota after passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam, qualifying him as a civil engineer specializing in structural design. PE licensure is the engineering profession’s highest standard of competence, demonstrating achievement, expertise, and assurance. To become licensed, engineers must complete a four-year […]

South Dakota’s unemployment rate dropped to 1.8 percent in March, down one-tenth of a point from February and among the

TSP, Inc. is happy to announce the addition of architectural graduate Seth Harwood to the firm’s office in Rapid City. Harwood holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from South Dakota State University, a master’s degree in fine arts from the Academy of Art University, and a master’s degree in architecture from Boston Architectural College. Prior […]

TSP, Inc. is happy to announce the addition of architectural graduate Seth Harwood to the firm’s office in Rapid City. Harwood holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from South Dakota State University, a master’s degree in fine arts from the Academy of Art University, and a master’s degree in architecture from Boston Architectural College. Prior […]

UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have fallen 2.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.97/g

Rapid City’s beloved cookie destination has a new name—but the same familiar faces, flavors, and commitment to community are still front and center. In a recent Facebook Live announcement, owners Julie and Rob Mahaffey unveiled a thoughtful rebrand of their downtown bakery, formerly known as Mary’s Mountain Cookies. The new name? Simply: The Cookie Shop. […]

Despite population growth, South Dakota’s economy has stagnated PIERRE, S.D. – Your wallet, your job, and your community are all

PIERRE, S.D. – Some South Dakota leaders are backing a bid to buy the social media app TikTok. TikTok’s fate

Rapid City, SD – On Wednesday, April 16th, the official Facebook page of South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden stated the

Your wallet, your job, and your community are all feeling the pinch of South Dakota’s economic stagnation, even as some

The Aberdeen businessman boosted Republican populist candidates in last year’s legislative primaries and is exploring his own statewide run in 2026.

Bringing Unsurpassed Selection of Work and Western Wear The 33,000 square-foot footwear and apparel store will open in Rapid City in July 2025 Trav’s Outfitter, a trusted name in work and western footwear and apparel for over 20 years, is opening of its second South Dakota location in Rapid City in July 2025. Located in […]

With rent payments taking up as much as 33% of the median income in some cities, the personal-finance website WalletHub

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding eligible small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in

PIERRE, SD – The Department of Labor and Regulation Rapid City Job Service is hosting a “Hire the Hills” hiring

RAPID CITY, SD – South Dakota-based retailer Trav’s Outfitter is planting another flag in the state, announcing plans to open

UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have fallen 2.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.99/g

RAPID CITY, SD—The City issued 206 building permits with a combined valuation of more than $17.8 million in March. For

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Monument Health recognized 10 physicians and providers at the annual Physicians and Providers Awards Banquet on Friday,

TSP, Inc. is proud to announce the official grand opening of its new Rapid City office with a ribbon-cutting celebration scheduled for Thursday, April 24. The event will showcase TSP’s state-of-the-art 5,600-square-foot facility and highlight the firm’s more than 50-year commitment to the Black Hills region. The event is open to the public, local officials, […]

RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) — Beardsley, Jensen & Lee, Prof. LLC is pleased to announce that partner Brad J. Lee

Deputy GOED commissioner chosen to head state’s international trade arm PIERRE, S.D. – A top official in the South Dakota

On March 18, Architecture Incorporated hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of its new office located at 508 7th Street, Suite 200, in the heart of downtown Rapid City. The office was renovated to blend modern updates with its classic features. The open floor plan promotes collaboration, utilizes natural light, and is […]

RAPID CITY, SD—The City issued 206 building permits with a combined valuation of more than $17.8 million in March. For

Buche’s Food Lockers The community of Marty, South Dakota, is celebrating the launch of a new, innovativegrocery solution: the Marty

UNDATED – The unemployment situation in South Dakota is improving, with last week’s claims 15.43% lower than in the previous

RAPID CITY– BankWest is proud to announce the hiring of Keith Robbennolt, Business Development Officer, in the Rapid City market.

420. S. Pierre Street, Pierre, SD 57501CONTACT: Kristin Gabriel (605) 945-3767kristin.gabriel@bankwest-sd.bank PRESS RELEASEFor Immediate Release April 3, 2025 KEITH ROBBENNOLT JOINS

UNDATED – With Tax Day approaching on April 15, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its 2025 Tax Burden by

UNDATED – South Dakota’s economy showed no growth in the fourth quarter of 2024, a surprising development given the economic

PIERRE, S.D. – Are you a specialty crop business owner looking to differentiate yourself in a competitive market? Dakota Growth

UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have risen 8.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.07/g

This year brought a record-breaking number of nominations and applications for the Black Hills Region 40 Under 40. The 2025 class comprises a diverse group of individuals who are making a significant impact in their careers and the community. To learn more about each person, be sure to read the April 2025 issue of Elevate […]

PIERRE, S.D. – The Department of Labor and Regulation is providing a virtual layoff assistance resource session on Tuesday, April

Rapid City, SD) The HomeSlice Group announced this morning that it has launched a free, digital newspaper, The Rapid

UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have risen 12.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.99/g

UNDATED – With Tax Day coming up on April 15 and 66% of Americans thinking their current tax rate is

UNDATED – North Dakota ranked first and South Dakota ranked third in the United States for honey production in 2024,

Rapid City, S.D. — Bhaskar Purushottam, M.D., FACC, FSCAI, FSVMB recently presented two original research studies and one complex case

Property owners see opportunity but must navigate a patchwork of local policies.
According to a recent article by the New York Times, the recent tariff war between the US and a combination of Canada, China, and the European Union could impact up to 2,000 jobs in the Rapid City trade area. These jobs would mostly affect agriculture, manufacturing, and steel. And they would represent about 2% of […]
The Rapid City YMCA announced two recent staff hires for March 2025. Brendan Murphy joins the Y as the Fitness Experience Director. Brendan is a retired Active Guard Reserve (AGR) lieutenant colonel from the SD Army National Guard (SDARNG) with more than 21 years of service. Before joining the SDARNG, he served 5 years as […]

UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have fallen 9.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.86/g

PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) — South Dakota’s unemployment rate stayed at 1.9 percent in January, well below the national average of

BUCKHOLTS, TX (AP) — On rural Texas farmland, beneath hundreds of rows of solar panels, a troop of stocky sheep

For many people, making a significant career change can be daunting—especially when it involves moving to a new town, taking on a different role, and leaving behind the familiar. But for Paige Vander Werff, it was a leap of faith that led her to a fulfilling career in agricultural event management, a pivot in her […]

Raising a family takes a village, and no one understands that concept more than Kannan Harms. As a mom of three little ones (ages seven and under), life is busy, and the kids…they keep growing! This made Once Upon a Child, a resale franchise that has been open in Rapid City for the last 10 […]

For Steve Cronin and Terry Larsen, Pizza Ranch isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a family tradition and a place where lifelong memories are made. From their first jobs at 14 in Fort Pierre, S.D., to co-owning two thriving locations in Rapid City, the pair have spent nearly three decades creating legendary experiences for guests […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Foreign ownership of U.S. ag land and businesses has long been a hot-button issue in parts of

ATLANTA, GA – Delta Air Lines slashed its first-quarter earnings and revenue outlook Monday, saying that a recent decline in

UNDATED – With the tax filing deadline drawing near but some states receiving far more in federal aid than they

UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have risen 2.6 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.95/g

RAPID CITY, SD (March 4, 2025) — The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust is granting more than

NEW YORK (AP) — Sales and profits slipped for Target during the crucial holiday quarter as customers held back on

With Tax Day looming and 91% of Americans thinking filing taxes should be free, WalletHub today released its 2025 Taxpayer

UNDATED – With March being Women’s History Month and women still lagging behind men when it comes to earnings and

UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have fallen 2.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.93/g

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SPEARFISH, SD – Following City Council approval Tuesday, construction of workforce housing lots will soon be completed to the end

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced (Feb. 21, 2025) that it will uphold the current April 28, 2025, implementation

UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have fallen 2.0 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.95/g

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. – February 24, 2025 – Dollar General is excited to announce its store at 14808 Fox Trail in

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Rapid City will soon be home to a Barnes & Noble store. The company says the

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), a member of the Senate Banking Committee, joined Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim

Belgium-based company, Haemers Technologies, Inc., selected Rapid City, SD for its recent global expansion to North America. Haemers Technologies is a technology provider active in thermal soil remediation with more than 30 years of experience. Haemers Technologies, Inc. was formed in 2022 to expand the 30 years of global success of Haemers Technologies SA (Belgium) to […]

Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have risen 8.0 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.97/g today, according

NEW YORK (AP) — Struggling fabric and crafts seller Joann plans to close about 500 of its stores across the

UNDATED – Americans owe nearly $2.9 trillion in auto loans and credit card debt alone. In light of this, WalletHub

Beginning Farmer Bonds, Dakota Protein Solutions approved for funding by Governor’s Office of Economic Development PIERRE, S.D. — More than

WASHINGTON, D.C. – – The U.S. Department of Agriculture has frozen some funding for ranchers and farmers as it goes

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South Dakota U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson has a front-row seat in Congress to all the changes accompanying the new White
The global leader in balance bikes collaborates with local hospital to help uplift children on the pediatric floor RAPID CITY,

Spearfish, S.D., (Feb. 6, 2025) – Monument Health has donated a state-of-the-art Therm-X compression and cryotherapy unit to the Black Hills

Spearfish, S.D., (Feb. 6, 2025) – Monument Health has donated a state-of-the-art Therm-X compression and cryotherapy unit to the Black Hills

Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have risen 9.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.90/g today, according

STURGIS, S.D. – The City of Sturgis reports their 2024 sales tax numbers were up slightly over 2023. Sales tax

CPA DeShayne Hoag was recently promoted to managing shareholder for CPA and financial advisory firm Casey Peterson, LTD. Last year,

When the new owner, Christine Ivey, stepped into The Spice & Tea Exchange® of Rapid City, she knew she had found her niche. She has always been a foodie, but when food sensitivities arose a few years ago, she turned to her resourceful side to find healthy and innovative solutions to enjoy food again. After […]

UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota are unchanged in the last week, averaging $2.81/g today, according to GasBuddy’s

UNDATED – With retirees facing the pressures of inflation while often being on a fixed budget, the personal-finance website WalletHub

UNDATED – Average gasoline prices in South Dakota have risen 6.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.81/g

UNDATED – With around 1 in 5 new businesses failing within the first year and inflation making things even more

Rapid City Restaurant Week is back and bigger than ever. From January 16-26, 2025, over 50 local businesses—including breweries, coffee shops, and restaurants—will offer special dishes, drinks, and deals to showcase the city’s vibrant food scene. Explore Rapid City’s Culinary Delights “This is our biggest Restaurant Week to date,” shared Callie Meyer, Director of Community […]

PIERRE, S.D. – Cheyenne Crossing near Lead has been selected as the South Dakota Retailers Association’s Restaurant of the Year.

UNDATED – With the rate of credit card delinquency increasing in all 50 states over the past year, the personal-finance