News 2008-04-28 Andanh.com

NFL draft: Woodhead jets to New York Sun, 27 Apr 2008 19:56:09 -0600
RAPID CITY - The greatest running back in Chadron State College history is taking his show to the Big Apple.

BHSU to break ground on student union addition Sun, 27 Apr 2008 19:56:09 -0600
Black Hills State University kicks off the first of several upcoming construction projects today.

Old gold mine may hold scientific riches Sun, 27 Apr 2008 13:14:10 -0600
LEAD -- A former gold mine that yielded riches for more than a century is poised to spend the next half-century offering scientific prospectors a deeper understanding of the universe.

Nobody hits Powerball jackpot Sun, 27 Apr 2008 09:04:24 -0600
None of the tickets sold for the Powerball game Saturday night matched all six numbers drawn, which were 7, 12, 17, 27 and 45. The Powerball was 24, and the Power Play was 5.

22 deaths linked to flu in South Dakota Sun, 27 Apr 2008 08:34:33 -0600
About one out of every 12 South Dakotans felt bad enough to see a doctor during a flu season that's killed 22 people and hospitalized 354.

Students raise $300 for children of abuse victims Sun, 27 Apr 2008 07:50:41 -0600
Students at Rapid City Central High School were "totally generous" when it came to helping the children of abuse victims, an organizer of a fundraiser at the school said.

Kids try to 'help the Earth' at cleanup day Sat, 26 Apr 2008 23:45:58 -0600
The cold wind kept overall participation down in the citywide cleanup Saturday, but it didn't stop Ashlyn Moore, 9, and her Girls Inc. friends from their cleanup chores in Canyon Lake Park.

Rapid City educator named 2008 Champion for Children Sat, 26 Apr 2008 23:45:58 -0600
Jeanne Burckhard, principal of North Middle School, has been named a 2008 Champion for Children in the individual/professional category by South Dakota Voices for Children.

Thune mentioned for vice president Sat, 26 Apr 2008 12:28:17 -0600
BROOKINGS -- U.S. Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., says he does not expect to be selected as Sen. John McCain's running mate in the presidential race.

State ranks fifth in work death rates Sat, 26 Apr 2008 08:54:31 -0600
Federal data ranks South Dakota fifth nationally in rate of deaths on the job.

Science workshop wraps up Sat, 26 Apr 2008 08:17:21 -0600
LEAD -- A weeklong science workshop in the Black Hills is wrapping up with physicists finishing their discussions about possible experiments for an underground science laboratory.

Couple offers rock shop in essay contest Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:43:27 -0600
A Pringle couple is offering 1.25 acres of land, a house and a rock shop with several tons of rocks from around the world in an essay contest that also requires a $110 entry fee.

John McCain to appear at Buffalo Chip Fri, 25 Apr 2008 21:43:18 -0600
Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., will attend the annual Tribute to American Veterans and Active Duty Servicemen at the Buffalo Chip Campground this summer, according to a news release from the Buffalo Chip Campground.

Negotiators reach tentative farm bill deal Fri, 25 Apr 2008 21:43:18 -0600
WASHINGTON -- Congressional negotiators reached a tentative agreement Friday on a multibillion-dollar farm bill that includes a hefty increase for nutrition programs at a time of rising food prices.

Shark kills man swimming with triathletes off California coast Fri, 25 Apr 2008 13:04:53 -0600
SOLANA BEACH, Calif. -- A shark on Friday attacked and killed a swimmer who was training in the ocean off San Diego County with a group of triathletes, authorities said.

Cabela's moving ahead with Billings store Fri, 25 Apr 2008 11:48:57 -0600
BILLINGS, Mont. -- Three months ago, Cabela's Retail Inc. suspended construction of a store in Billings; but the company is back on track to complete its first sporting goods store in Montana.

State gas prices surpass $3.53 a gallon for the first time Fri, 25 Apr 2008 11:21:39 -0600
Average statewide gasoline prices in South Dakota hit a record high Friday at just over $3.53 a gallon.

Custer State Park renovations debut this summer Fri, 25 Apr 2008 11:11:51 -0600
Custer State Park is preparing for a boost in visitation this year, as construction crews hammer out improvements at the four state-owned resorts that will cost more than $17 million.

After hitting 2007 revenue targets, park resorts aim higher Fri, 25 Apr 2008 11:11:51 -0600
After exceeding their revenue goal for 2007, the private concession company operating the four state-owned resorts in Custer State Park has raised its financial bar for 2008 by $1 million.

Bar license at Bear Butte still at issue Fri, 25 Apr 2008 09:10:06 -0600
STURGIS -- The Meade County Commission plans to lodge an appeal with the South Dakota Supreme Court on the denial of an alcohol license for a campground and concert area near Bear Butte.

FDA takes closer look at Lasik complaints Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:26:25 -0600
WASHINGTON -- A decade after Lasik eye surgery hit the market, patients left with fuzzy instead of clear vision are airing their grievances before federal health officials.

Higher costs, stagnant highway funds delay needed road work Fri, 25 Apr 2008 07:10:28 -0600
Half a century ago, the stretch of Interstate 90 running down the Piedmont valley was a smooth-riding ribbon of concrete that represented the latest and greatest in cross-country travel.

Sturgis scratch game starts Wednesday Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:15:11 -0600
Sales of the South Dakota Lottery’s new Sturgis Motorcycle Rally instant scratch game will start on Wednesday, April 30, with a special event in Sturgis.

Black Hills Power to plant trees in Hot Springs Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:15:11 -0600
Black Hills Power said it will demonstrate the company’s commitment to the environment and to the communities it serves with its new Power of Trees program. The company’s goal is to plant at least 125 trees in its service territories to mark the company’s 125th anniversary this year.

Meeting planned on services to the blind Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:15:11 -0600
The Board and Division of Service to the Blind and Visually Impaired wants to hear from the public regarding services for South Dakota citizens with vision loss. A meeting from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, May 2, is open to all including current and past recipients of services, employers, service providers and family members. The meeting will be held at Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn, 505 North St.

Groups try to boost health care work force Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:15:11 -0600
The South Dakota Healthcare Workforce Center is sponsoring a health care work force seminar from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 30 in the east auditorium at Rapid City Regional Hospital. The focus of the seminar is on increasing and stabilizing the current health care workforce. Topics include the Healthcare Workforce Center, work force assessments, and training. For a complete agenda, see http://doh.sd.gov/RuralHealth/workforce.aspx or contact Sandi Durick, Office of Rural Health administrator, at 773-3361.

Readiatrics book drive has a week to go Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:15:11 -0600
The eighth annual Readiatrics Book Drive, collecting new and gently used children’s books for area children in need, will conclude on Saturday, May 3. Groups collecting books for the drive are asked to contact Readiatrics organizer, Darla Drew Lerdal, at 341-5940, to arrange the drop-off of collected books.

Part of First Street closed through June Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:15:11 -0600
Utility construction work will force officials to close a portion of First Street between Philadelphia and Denver streets through June 27.

Warrant issued for probation revocation Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:15:11 -0600
A felony arrest warrant has been issued for Melina Dawn Moore, charging her with probation revocation for third-offense driving under the influence.

Community may have to choose among school programs Sun, 27 Apr 2008 13:14:10 -0600
While they mull tough choices, Rapid City school board members are getting plenty of advice on ways to trim millions from next year's budget.

Underage vets recall youthful service Sun, 27 Apr 2008 08:34:33 -0600
The veterans in this military group are getting up in their years and don't look much like they did in the formal photographs they've displayed -- pictures of handsome teens with slicked-back hair, smiling in their pressed military uniforms.

Snow squalls produce misery, not moisture Sun, 27 Apr 2008 09:04:24 -0600
The blustery cold and snow squalls that blew through the Black Hills area on Saturday postponed one track meet, probably reduced participation in Rapid City's citywide cleanup and generally made outdoor activities unpleasant, but it didn't provide much moisture.

Turkey hunter hits teens instead Sun, 27 Apr 2008 07:50:41 -0600
A turkey hunter using a shotgun accidentally shot two boys who were sitting on a rock alongside S.D. Highway 89 about four miles north of Custer on Friday evening.

Volunteers support library with biannual sale Sat, 26 Apr 2008 23:45:58 -0600
The pile of books on tape that Joe Huseman wanted to buy was so big he had to go ask his wife for more money at Saturday's Friends of the Library book sale.

Thune: Three states saved farm-bill disaster provisions Sat, 26 Apr 2008 23:45:58 -0600
Cooperation among congressional delegations from South Dakota, North Dakota and Montana was crucial in preserving provisions for permanent disaster programs for farmers and ranchers in a compromise farm package headed for key votes next week, Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., said Saturday.

Rapid City gas prices hit new highs Sat, 26 Apr 2008 12:28:17 -0600
Dan Holsworth, like everybody else, is feeling the squeeze from record fuel prices.

Dinner benefits diabetes victim's family Sat, 26 Apr 2008 23:45:58 -0600
The Sawtooth Saloon and Whiting Hagg & Hagg are sponsoring a diabetes fundraiser Sunday, April 27, for the Marlee Wolf Memorial Fund, to benefit the family of Marlee, who died as a result of juvenile diabetes.

NASA wants minorities in science fields Sat, 26 Apr 2008 23:45:58 -0600
The South Dakota Space Grant Consortium will receive an additional $177,000 to support a new research and education partnership involving the School of Mines, Oglala Lakota College and Dakota State University. NASA, through its Consortium Development Competition, selected five proposals for funding, including the South Dakota project.

Wetland scientists to meet in Rapid City Sat, 26 Apr 2008 23:45:58 -0600
Staff from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources will be among speakers at a Western Wetlands Monitoring and Assessment Workgroup Meeting being held Tuesday through Thursday, April 29 through May 1, at Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn. The three-day workshop includes wetland and water quality scientists and managers with federal, state, and tribal agencies, academic institutions, and private organizations. For more, go to http://www.internationalwaterinstitute.org/ or call Paul Lorenzen at 773-4216.

GF&P to consider hunting seasons Sat, 26 Apr 2008 23:45:58 -0600
The South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks Commission will hold its May meeting at the State Game Lodge in Custer State Park, starting at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 1, and continuing Friday. The commission will consider proposals for setting the West River deer, Black Hills deer fall turkey and mountain lion hunting seasons. A public hearing is set for 2 p.m. Thursday for the finalization of the archery deer, archery antelope, youth deer and muzzleloader deer hunting seasons. A meeting agenda can be found at www.sdgfp.info/Commission/Meetings.htm

State plans new safe driving program Sat, 26 Apr 2008 23:45:58 -0600
The South Dakota Department of Public Safety and the South Dakota Safety Council are unveiling the Alive at 25 defensive driving program at the Douglas High School Gym from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 29. The event will begin with an assembly and include a multi-media presentation and a drunken-driving simulator.

Litefoot carries green message of hope Sat, 26 Apr 2008 08:17:21 -0600
When rap artist Litefoot visits the Rosebud Sioux Reservation on Tuesday, April 29, he'll bring messages of hope for young and old alike, Todd C. Fast Horse said.

Scientists eager to hunt for dark matter in Homestake Sat, 26 Apr 2008 08:54:31 -0600
LEAD -- Water glistens off the gray rock lining the tunnel where the cold air carries the musty smell of decaying timber.

Sheriffâs office hopes to prevent crime by alerting neighborhoods Fri, 25 Apr 2008 21:50:10 -0600
Local authorities are hoping to prevent burglaries by alerting people who live in neighborhoods that have been burglarized.

It's official: Abortion ban to be on the ballot Fri, 25 Apr 2008 21:50:10 -0600
The campaign to ban most abortions in South Dakota has been successful in collecting enough signatures to put the measure on the Nov. 4 ballot, the state election supervisor said Friday, setting into motion what some fear will be a divisive summer of even more campaigning, advertising and debate.

Kim Henderson joins race for House District 33 Fri, 25 Apr 2008 22:55:03 -0600
Kim Henderson of Rapid City has joined the three-way race on the Democratic ticket for the South Dakota House of Representatives in District 33.

County hires ex-equalization director as consultant Fri, 25 Apr 2008 22:55:03 -0600
Rob Miller, the former Pennington County equalization director who resigned earlier this year, has been hired as a temporary consultant for the equalization office.

Spearfish hatchery cleanup postponed Fri, 25 Apr 2008 22:55:03 -0600
Cleanup day at the D.C. Booth Fish Hatchery has been postponed until Saturday, May 3, due to weather. Volunteers will still be needed for the cleanup, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The group will do general outdoor cleanup, prepare flowerbeds, paint and work on other projects. Lunch will be provided.

Talk to the candidates May 1 at forum Fri, 25 Apr 2008 22:55:03 -0600
The North Rapid Civic Association will sponsor a Candidates Forum on Thursday, May 1.

Catholic schools will honor staff Fri, 25 Apr 2008 22:55:03 -0600
The Rapid City Catholic School System will hold its first Faculty and Staff Appreciation and Awards Dinner on Monday, April 28. The dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the St. Thomas More High School commons.

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