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One Dead, Another Injured in Small Plane Crash Near New Underwood
RAPID CITY, S.D. — One person is dead and another received life-threatening injuries in a small plane crash near New Underwood Monday morning. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the crash, which occurred around 6:00 a.m. in a field a mile west of New Underwood. The Piper PA22 was heavily damaged and lying on its top as crews arrived. The N.T.S.B. says one person was deceased following the crash. Another person was transported to the hospital via life-flight and was listed in critical condition.
Patrol identifies Minnesota man killed in pickup crash
REVA, S.D. – Authorities have identified a Minnesota man who died in a single-vehicle crash Friday morning four miles east of Reva, SD. The Highway Patrol says 58-year-old Brian Huber was killed in the crash that occurred when a 2017 Ford F150 pulling an enclosed trailer crashed on Highway 79 near mile marker 204. The patrol says the vehicle crossed the center line and entered the east ditch. The trailer separated from the vehicle and overturned. The truck came to rest in a nearby field. Brian Huber was taken by ambulance to a nearby hospital and was pronounced deceased. Gloria Shalone Huber, a passenger in the vehicle, was not injured. The South Dakota Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.
South Dakota Reports Zero In-State Abortions in 2024, but National Estimates Tell a Different Story
UNDATED – South Dakota recorded no legal abortions within its borders in 2024, according to the state Department of Health, marking the second full year under the state’s near-total abortion ban. Governor Kristi Noem declared it “Freedom for Life Year,” celebrating the milestone. However, national research from the Charlotte Lozier Institute and the #WeCount project estimates that about 810 South Dakota residents still ended pregnancies—most by traveling to Minnesota or Colorado or receiving abortion pills by mail. The state’s official data only reflects procedures performed by licensed in-state providers, excluding out-of-state care and mail-order abortions. Critics argue that the numbers highlight the gap between policy and reality in a post-Roe South Dakota, while supporters of the ban continue to question the accuracy of outside estimates.
Rapid City Considers Voluntary Annexation of 1,200 Acres Near Airport
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City’s Legal and Finance Committee this Wednesday will consider a measure brought forth by City staff to voluntarily annex over 1,200 acres of area near Rapid City Regional Airport. The measure is likely to move forward to the August 4 meeting of the Rapid City Council. Rapid City staff have been working with property owners to secure a voluntary annexation of approximately 1,250 acres located between Ennen Drive and Radar Hill Road. The City’s Legal and Finance Committee will consider the three associated annexation agreements at this Wednesday’s meeting.
Rapid City Area Schools Seek Public Input on Facility Needs Referendum
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City Area Schools say they are seeking input on whether or not the public would support a referendum to address long-standing facility needs. This comes after a public vote in 2020 to deny a bond referendum aimed at funding facility upgrades. RCAS says after engagement with the community since then, it has put together a new plan they hope would have greater community support. RCAS says it addresses their most urgent facility issues, including HVAC and security concerns, while coming in at a significantly lower cost than the previous proposal. The district is hoping it will align with what the community is willing to support.
South Dakota Gas Prices Hold Steady Amid Modest National Increases
UNDATED – South Dakota’s average gas price edged up just 1.1 cents over the past week, landing at $2.92 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 628 stations. While prices remain flat compared to last month, they are nearly 27 cents lower than this time last year. The cheapest gas in the state was reported at $2.48 per gallon, while the highest reached $3.61. Nationally, the average gas price rose slightly to $3.10 per gallon, with diesel averaging $3.709. Analysts say stable oil prices and easing demand could lead to gradual declines heading into Labor Day, though tropical weather remains a potential disruptor.
Miracle Treat Day fundraiser is Thursday
RAPID CITY, S.D. – On Thursday, July 31, Dairy Queen locations across the Black Hills, Wyoming, and Nebraska will participate in Miracle Treat Day, donating $1 or more from every Blizzard® Treat sold to benefit pediatric patients at Monument Health, a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. Participating locations span Rapid City, Sturgis, Spearfish, and beyond, with new additions in Sheridan, Gillette, and Alliance. All proceeds stay local, supporting programs, equipment, and direct assistance for children and families, according to Shawn Powers of the Monument Health Foundation.
Shooter opens fire outside Reno casino, killing 3 and injuring several others
RENO, Nev. (AP) — A suspect is in custody in Nevada and three people are dead following a shooting outside a casino in Reno. Officials say a gunman opened fire Monday morning just outside the Grand Sierra Resort. Three other people were wounded and taken to a hospital. Police say two victims were in critical condition, while the other had been released from the hospital. Police spokesperson Chris Johnson says the suspect was taken into custody and also was being treated at the hospital. Hotel guests say they heard several shots coming from the resort’s valet area. One man says he saw people running and screaming.
Israeli fire kills dozens in Gaza, officials say, as aid delivery remains chaotic after new measures
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Local health officials in Gaza say that at least 78 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli strikes or gunfire across the territory. The number includes a pregnant woman and her baby, who was delivered after her death but also died. The strikes occurred on Monday, even as Israel moved to ease restrictions on aid entry. Israel announced a pause in operations for 10 hours a day to allow aid delivery, but aid agencies say this is insufficient. The United Nations reports that aid trucks are being unloaded by crowds before reaching their destinations. Israel continues military operations alongside these humanitarian measures.
Trump says he’s shortening the 50-day deadline for Russia to end the war in Ukraine
EDINBURGH, Scotland (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump says he intends to shorten the 50-day deadline he gave Russian President Vladimir Putin to reach a deal that ends the three-year war in Ukraine. His announcement Monday came as the Ukrainian air force said Russia fired another overnight barrage at Ukraine. Trump said two weeks ago he would implement “severe tariffs” on Russia unless a peace deal is reached by early September. Trump said he would give Putin 10 to 12 days from Monday instead. That means he wants peace efforts to make progress by Aug. 7-9. The plan includes possible sanctions and secondary tariffs targeting Russia’s trading partners.
