News 2008-04-21 Andanh.com

Hearing set for woman accused of vehicular homicide Mon, 21 Apr 2008 18:51:00 MDT
A Quinn woman charged with vehicular homicide in connection with a 2007 accident that killed a Virginia man and injured a Rapid City man made another court appearance Monday.

Road trippin' in Rapid City Mon, 21 Apr 2008 16:43:40 MDT
Rapid City should cement itself in the nation’s psyche as the cultural centerpiece of the region’s brand as the best “Great American Road Trip” in the nation, according to tourism and development consultant Roger Brooks.

Long-awaited Casa Real now open Mon, 21 Apr 2008 18:51:00 MDT
Two years seemed to melt away when Casa Real opened for business Monday morning.

Man in critical condition after ATV accident Mon, 21 Apr 2008 18:51:00 MDT
A Hay Springs, Neb., man is in critical condition after a four-wheeler landed on his leg.

South Dakota voter information on Web Mon, 21 Apr 2008 14:56:30 MDT
Secretary of State Chris Nelson announced a new Internet service Monday that lets people check their voter registration information and view ballots they will be casting for South Dakota's June 3 primary election.

Pentagon chief says Air Force should do more Mon, 21 Apr 2008 12:05:50 MDT
WASHINGTON -- Defense Secretary Robert Gates said Monday the Air Force is not doing enough to help in the Iraq and Afghanistan war effort, complaining that some military leaders are "stuck in old ways of doing business."

Farmers get help for pesky pheasants Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:44:56 MDT
South Dakota farmers will get some emergency help this spring to ensure that the state bird doesn't devour freshly planted corn seed.

Tribe official: 'We can manage the South Unit' of the Badlands Mon, 21 Apr 2008 09:17:14 MDT
WOUNDED KNEE -- The National Park Service is considering management changes that could give the Oglala Sioux Tribe control of the 208 square-mile South Unit of Badlands National Park.

South Dakota rates high in wind power Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:42 MDT
A new report from the American Wind Energy Association says South Dakota ranks fifth nationally in terms of the percentage of its electricity that comes from wind farms.

Sexual contact trial scheduled Mon, 21 Apr 2008 06:16:33 MDT
A civil lawsuit against an Indian Health Services doctor who was practicing at Pine Ridge in 2004 has been set for trial after a half-dozen delays.

Obama has South Dakota 'fired up' Mon, 21 Apr 2008 05:10:05 MDT
Sen. Barack Obama is serious about South Dakota, and the Democratic presidential candidate plans to campaign here, according to a staffer at the grand opening Sunday of the Western South Dakota field office in Rapid City.

Rounds touts communication's role in tech school areas Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:51 MDT
Communication is the key to success for South Dakota's four technical schools and the areas they serve, according to Gov. Mike Rounds.

Eye Bank honors donors, recipients Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:51 MDT
Donor families and transplant recipients were honored, recognized and remembered at the second annual Honoring our Silent Heroes donor family and transplant recipient banquet hosted Friday evening at Mount Rushmore by the South Dakota Lions Eye Bank, Inc.

Walk, eat, dance, climb for MS Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:52 MDT
Maybe it was the weather, maybe more people wanted to help. Whatever the reason, Rapid City’s Walk MS organizers say they were excited about a 25 percent increase over last year in the number of participants for Saturday’s walk.

Gas prices hit all-time high in South Dakota, nation Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:51 MDT
The price of gas in South Dakota this week surpassed the state’s all-time high, according to the AAA Fuel Gauge Report, as local drivers cut back on even in-town trips.

Cabelaâs manager lives the dream Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:52 MDT
Native South Dakotan Mary Bollock, the new manager of the Rapid City Cabela’s, has hunted in her home state for more than 30 years. She has a kinship with her fellow hunters and a keen understanding of their needs.

BHSU Lakota Omniciye hosts 25th annual Wacipi Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:51 MDT
SPEARFISH – Music, dance and traditional arts drew nearly 3,000 people to Black Hills State University this week.

Kids rope roosters, pet a pizza-eating chicken at Chick Days Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:52 MDT
Four-year-old Emma Harless giggled and circled the small pen, getting close enough to the rooster for a lasso before it spooked and bolted around her, showering her in sawdust.

Linens 'N Things signed a lease Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:51 MDT
Despite rumors about the financial health of Linens 'n Things, an official with the developer of Rushmore Crossings refused to speculate on whether or not the popular home retailer will occupy space in the $100 million retail center now under construction.

Hard times on the highways Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:51 MDT
Stan Anders hesitates to complain about $4-a-gallon diesel fuel.

Runners honor parents with run across state Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:51 MDT
The two-week stretch of physical exertion Brendan Murphy has planned will be difficult. But he knows from personal experience that there are things in life that are much, much tougher.

Sect leader worries compound here could be raided Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:51 MDT
The leader of the enclave near Pringle that reportedly houses a polygamous sect is worried that it could be raided like a polygamous compound in Texas was, according to Custer County Sheriff Rick Wheeler.

Pringle a stepping stone to Texas ranch, former sect member says Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:51 MDT
A former member of a polygamous sect said he believes some members who previously lived at a compound near Pringle had moved to the polygamous compound at Eldorado, Texas, which was raided by law enforcement authorities earlier this month.

Truckers plan friendly protest with capital city parade Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:51 MDT
Organizers of a demonstration Monday, April 28 in Pierre to protest the rising cost of diesel fuel are planning a parade that they hope will include more than 200 trucks and other vehicles.

Man involved in standoff pleads to charge Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:51 MDT
A Rapid City man who was involved in a nearly two-hour standoff with law enforcement officers Wednesday has pleaded guilty to unlawful entry.

DJ, afterparty keep kids at prom Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:39:51 MDT
Give students what they want and it isn’t difficult to get them to stay all night at their prom, says Mike Norcross, Rapid City Stevens High School teacher and prom adviser.

Oglalas head to the polls Tuesday for constitution vote Mon, 21 Apr 2008 16:43:40 MDT
Polls open at 8 a.m. Tuesday on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation as members of the Oglala Sioux Tribe vote on proposed changes to the tribal constitution.

Judge wonât reinstate bond for man convicted of incest Mon, 21 Apr 2008 18:51:00 MDT
A judge refused Monday to reinstate bond for a man convicted on two counts of incest earlier this month.

Rounds tells scientists they'll help shape underground lab Mon, 21 Apr 2008 12:05:50 MDT
Gov. Mike Rounds told a room full of scientists Monday that they will help shape the future of an old Black Hills gold mine's transformation into an underground science laboratory.

Fire damages apartment complex Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:35:46 MDT
The Rapid City Fire Department responded to a fire at an apartment complex in North Rapid City Sunday afternoon, according to Capt. Mark Kirchgesler.

Sobriety checkpoints planned Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:04:01 MDT
The South Dakota Highway Patrol has announced its scheduled sobriety checkpoints for the month of May.

Meade County faces decision on County Line rally venue Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:58:17 MDT
The Meade County Commission is scheduled to decide this week whether to challenge a circuit court ruling directing it to reconsider its denial of a liquor license for the controversial Sturgis County Line rally venue.

The Fives: Talking business for dummies Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:40 MDT
Let me begin with a disclaimer: I'm not a guy who you should be seeking business advice from.

Guard maintenance shops start safety program Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:42 MDT
South Dakota's National Guard has begun a new program designed to improve safety in its maintenance shops. The program was kicked off last week in Rapid City.

Comment on Rushmore trail online Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:42 MDT
Mount Rushmore National Memorial welcomes public comment on a proposed backcountry hiking trail using the National Park Service’s park planning Web site at http://parkplanning.nps.gov. The site contains information on the proposed trail plans and maps of the route.

Credit union offers alternative to payday lending Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:42 MDT
Black Hills Federal Credit Union has created a new program to help members manage their finances. “Paycheck Privilege” is offered as a short-term, line-of-credit loan up to $500, designed to help members avoid the high fees typically charged by payday lenders.

State historian named to national panel Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:42 MDT
State Historic Preservation Officer Jay D. Vogt of Pierre has been named to the National Historic Preservation Program Structure Review Panel.

Mines professor receives grant Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:42 MDT
Scott P. Ahrenkiel, a professor at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology, is one of 12 nationally to win a grant as part of the U.S. Department of Energy’s investment of up to $5.2 million in basic research projects at universities.

Town hall meeting to address disability legislation Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:40 MDT
Western Resources for Dis-ABLED Independence invites the public to a disability town hall meeting from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 26 at the Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn at 505 N. Fifth St.

Recycle car batteries on Earth Day Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:40 MDT
In commemoration of Earth Day on Tuesday, AAA Approved Auto Repair shops across South Dakota will accept and recycle used, worn-out vehicle batteries during AAA’s Great Battery Roundup.

Safe Halloween party is already in the works Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:40 MDT
The Safe Halloween Carnival Committee will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 22 in Room 102 at the civic center. The public is invited to attend and join the committee in its efforts to begin the planning for the 2008 City Wide Safe Halloween Carnival.

Groups challenge Rounds to fight unintended pregnancy Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:40 MDT
Nine organizations concerned with the health and well-being of women plan a joint press conference at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 22 at the Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn. The groups will ask Governor Mike Rounds to “use his leadership to find practical solutions to unintended pregnancy in South Dakota,” according to a news release.

Warrant issued for violation of protection order Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:40 MDT
A felony arrest warrant has been issued for Daniel Blake charging him with violation of a protection order and simple assault/domestic abuse.

Plan to reduce patrols concerns reservoir users Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:41 MDT
BELLE FOURCHE -- Years of work to improve recreation facilities at the Belle Fourche Reservoir at Orman Dam could be reversed if federal officials drop a law enforcement contract with the Butte County Sheriff's Office.

Parmelee man pleads guilty to fatal assault Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:40 MDT
A Parmelee man charged with murdering a Todd County man has pleaded guilty to assaulting the victim and then blaming his own brother for the crime.

Sagen scholarship goes to Central grad Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:40 MDT
Serri Graslie, a sophomore at Hamline University in St. Paul, Minn., is the second recipient of the Peg Sagen Memorial Scholarship.

Dahl Mountain Arts Festival essay contest Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:09:36 MDT
Check back soon to see entries to this year's contest.

Ellsworth to perform training burns Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:40 MDT
Crews from Ellsworth Air Force Base and the South Dakota Air National Guard will participate in a training burn exercise at Ellsworth Saturday.

Kambestad named state's Lincoln Fellow Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:30:40 MDT
Bobbie Kambestad was caught completely "off guard" Friday morning when she learned that she is South Dakota's Lincoln Fellow.

Cleghorn fish hatchery to be ready for trout stocking soon Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:04:01 MDT
McNenny State Hatchery officials are getting started on the last batch of fish they will stock in the place of the newly renovated Cleghorn Springs Fish Hatchery.

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