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Clinton: Primary race with Obama 'going down to the wire' Wed, 28 May 2008 21:19:39 -0600
Hillary Clinton brought her campaign to Rapid City on Wednesday, telling a crowd in Memorial Park that South Dakota’s voters can make a difference in the Democratic primary, which she insisted is “going down to the wire.”

Obama to appear in Rapid City area Wed, 28 May 2008 21:19:39 -0600
Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama will be appearing in the Rapid City area during his visit to South Dakota this weekend.

Plan for downtown farmers market stalls Wed, 28 May 2008 20:04:05 -0600
A proposal to bring the farmers market downtown three days a week was tabled Wednesday by the city's legal and finance committee, but the idea could return again in the future.

Clinton speaks on reservation, promises to be tireless advocates for Indian Country Wed, 28 May 2008 20:04:05 -0600
KYLE -- Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton asked Native American voters to look ahead to the November general election as they cast their votes Tuesday in the Democratic presidential primary.

Dusting for plague could start soon Wed, 28 May 2008 20:21:22 -0600
Crews soon will begin spreading an insecticide on prairie dog mounds in Conata Basin in an effort to prevent plague from killing more endangered black-footed ferrets in the basin, just south of Badlands National Park.

Woman dies in iron lung after power failure Wed, 28 May 2008 13:32:57 -0600
A woman who spent nearly 60 years of her life in an iron lung after being diagnosed with polio as a child died Wednesday after a power failure shut down the machine that kept her breathing, her family said.

Thousands lose phone service Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:53 -0600
Large chunks of South Dakota that lost phone service or were limited to intermittent service have had phone service restored.

Memorial Day visitation a mixed bag Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:51 -0600
High gas prices and an uncertain economy hurt some tourist attractions over the Memorial Day weekend but apparently had little or no effect on others, according to an informal survey.

Dem lawyers: Votes in Fla., Mich. can't be fully restored Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:52 -0600
A Democratic Party rules committee has the authority to seat some delegates from Michigan and Florida but not fully restore the two states as Hillary Rodham Clinton wants, according to party lawyers.

U.S. attorneys from Indian country to meet in Rapid City Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:51 -0600
Federal prosecutors from states with large Native American populations plan to meet early next month in Rapid City.

Lawmakers upset with governor over laptop funding Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:51 -0600
Key state lawmakers are upset that Gov. Mike Rounds has extended a plan to put more laptop computers in schools after state lawmakers decided earlier this year not to pay for the program.

Push for lower speed limit picks up momentum Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:51 -0600
BATH -- A man who hosted a campaign rally on his farm near Bath this month for Democratic presidential contender Hillary Rodham Clinton is helping spearhead an effort to reduce gasoline prices by cutting the speed limit.

Hot Springs mayor indicted Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:52 -0600
A Fall River County grand jury has indicted Steve and Carla Simunek, developers of the controversial addition to the Hot Springs golf course, on multiple charges, including attempted grand theft and violations of state excise tax laws.

Pactola release irks marina owner Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:52 -0600
It's like turning the sprinklers on in the front yard during a heavy rain storm, Dave Fisher says.

Man dies in fall while doing maintenance Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:53 -0600
BIG STONE CITY -- A man who was doing maintenance at the Big Stone Power Plant has died in a fall.

Abortion ballot issues raise legal questions Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:53 -0600
A ballot measure that would ban most abortions in South Dakota could face a constitutional challenge if passed in November.

Poll workers pitch in for democracy Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:53 -0600
The loss of four poll workers just two weeks before the hotly contested June 3 primary election was enough to cause a small ripple of worry in the Pennington County auditor's office last week.

Lewis and Clark Water project hearing scheduled Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:53 -0600
Lewis and Clark Rural Water System officials hope a U.S. Senate Energy Committee field hearing in Sioux Falls will presuade Congress of the need to fund rural water projects.

Lethal storms kill 8 in Iowa and Minnesota Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:53 -0600
Powerful storms packing large hail, heavy rain and tornadoes made for a deadly Memorial Day weekend across the nation's midsection, killing at least seven people in Iowa and a 2-year-old child in Minnesota.

Unidentified body found Wed, 28 May 2008 13:08:53 -0600
Sioux Falls police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a person whose corpse was found along the Big Sioux River.

One killed in traffic accident Wed, 28 May 2008 13:32:57 -0600
LETCHER -- A Mount Vernon woman was killed in a two-vehicle accident at an intersection west of Letcher.

Clinton's visit gives voters something to think about Wed, 28 May 2008 22:11:20 -0600
When Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton stopped in Rapid City for a doughnut, she won Kyle Henderson's respect, but her brief pastry stop didn't sway the 20-year-old Democrat's loyalty to Barack Obama.

Clinton pledges help for Native people Wed, 28 May 2008 20:40:27 -0600
KYLE -- Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton asked Native American voters Wednesday to look ahead to the November general election as they cast their votes in the South Dakota presidential primary.

Council makes travel plans for in town conference Wed, 28 May 2008 20:21:22 -0600
It will cost $2,360 to send Rapid City aldermen and the mayor to a National League of Cities conference next month, and that doesn't include airfare. The conference, "Thinking and Acting Strategically in Local Government," will be held in Rapid City.

Rainfall makes May a record month Wed, 28 May 2008 20:21:22 -0600
Damp basements, stalled highway projects and welcome, welcome rain. That's how May 2008 will be remembered.

Inmate charged with threatening officer, attorney Wed, 28 May 2008 20:40:26 -0600
A federal prison inmate has been charged with mailing threatening letters to his former defense attorney, a federal probation officer, and to their husbands.

Rapid City man pleads guilty to sexual contact Wed, 28 May 2008 21:50:22 -0600
The Rapid City man accused of raping a 12-year-old girl pleaded guilty Wednesday afternoon to a lesser crime, one count of sexual contact with a child under the age of 16.

Johnson talks veteran health issues Wed, 28 May 2008 20:40:27 -0600
U.S. Senator Tim Johnson, D-S.D., will discuss the need for reliable health care during a round-table discussion with local veterans at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 30, at the VFW Post 1273, 420 Main St., in Rapid City.

June 6 the deadline for fireworks permits Wed, 28 May 2008 20:40:27 -0600
Organizations planning public fireworks displays in Pennington County outside of Rapid City, Box Elder and Wall are reminded that the deadline for a fireworks permit is fast approaching.

Museum of Geology plans mineral sale Wed, 28 May 2008 20:40:27 -0600
The South Dakota School of Mines & Technology's Museum of Geology will hold a mineral sale Friday through Sunday, May 30-June 1.

Meet Meade County Democrats at monthly forum Wed, 28 May 2008 20:40:27 -0600
Meade County Democrats plan a meet-and-greet with Legislative candidates for District 29 during the group's monthly meeting from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 31, in the Children's Activity Room at Sturgis Public Library, 1040 Second St., Sturgis.

State sues in Internet trademark case Wed, 28 May 2008 16:32:21 -0600
A Keystone business that provides Internet advertising services is being sued by the state officials over alleged trademark infringement involving references to Custer State Park.

FEMA, state officials coordinate efforts in response to blizzard Wed, 28 May 2008 15:05:02 -0600
A disaster response team from the Federal Emergency Management Agency is in South Dakota working with state officials to assist in recovery efforts after the May 1 and 2 blizzard in western South Dakota.

Former president Bill Clinton to speak at BHSU Wed, 28 May 2008 14:21:04 -0600
SPEARFISH -- Former U.S. President Bill Clinton is scheduled to be at Black Hills State University in Spearfish on Friday.

Five indicted in alleged scheme to steal federal funds Wed, 28 May 2008 12:57:27 -0600
U.S. Attorney Marty Jackley says five people have been indicted on charges involving a scheme to steal federal funds.

No Child Left Behind forces local programs out Wed, 28 May 2008 10:58:56 -0600
Connie Krueger isn't sure where to go from here.

The Fives: Bye, bye TV grid, an MP3 revolution and images from Coal Country Wed, 28 May 2008 09:04:12 -0600
A couple of times over the past couple months, The Fives has focused on the blog community throughout South Dakota -- in particular, the political blog network.

City to drivers at big Civic Center events: Go south Wed, 28 May 2008 07:32:55 -0600
Traffic exiting Rushmore Plaza Civic Center following big events in the future will be funneled south to Omaha Street under a proposed new traffic control plan outlined Tuesday during the city's public works committee meeting.

Democrats differ on taking sides in primary Wed, 28 May 2008 07:02:43 -0600
Democratic leaders in South Dakota disagree on whether it was appropriate for three of the four statewide party officials to endorse Barack Obama in the presidential primary.

Airport numbers up in April Wed, 28 May 2008 03:17:07 -0600
Passenger numbers in April at Rapid City Regional Airport were up 37.3 percent compared to a year ago, which is good news according to airport director Mason Short.

Hillary Clinton to head West River, again Wed, 28 May 2008 03:17:08 -0600
Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton will highlight the problems of military veterans Wednesday during speeches in Rapid City and in Kyle on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.

Belle Fourche Reservoir nearly full, inlet in closing stages Wed, 28 May 2008 03:17:08 -0600
When Jo Dewey looked out her window in past years at the Belle Fourche Reservoir, it looked like a big mud puddle.

Girlâs generosity toward injured Chihuahua being repaid Wed, 28 May 2008 03:17:08 -0600
They say one good turn deserves another.

Campaign promises a Clinton in South Dakota every day Tue, 27 May 2008 17:09:23 -0600
Campaign officials for Hillary Clinton's race to become the Democratic nominee for the 2008 presidential race said today in a news release that Hillary, former President Bill Clinton or their daughter, Chelsea Clinton, will combine to visit South Dakota every day leading up to the June 3 election.

Five face charges for allegedly burglarizing Pactola cabins Tue, 27 May 2008 22:41:07 -0600
Five people are facing burglary charges for allegedly stealing fishing equipment, wild game mounts and other items from cabins near Pactola Reservoir.

Cultural program at Devils Tower Saturday Wed, 28 May 2008 07:02:43 -0600
Devils Tower National Monument starts its cultural program series Saturday, May 31.

Firefighters passing the boot for charity Tue, 27 May 2008 22:41:07 -0600
Beginning today, Rapid City firefighters are asking the community for help filling their boots.

The Fives: Test your twister knowledge, see if one's in your neighborhood and the best tornado on fi Tue, 27 May 2008 07:22:54 -0600
The biggest story of the three-day Memorial Day weekend wasn't the drop in the number of travelers on U.S. roads. It wasn't the winding down of the political primary season. It wasn't even Memorial Day itself.

Restored B-17 to visit Rapid City next month Tue, 27 May 2008 22:41:07 -0600
History and aviation buffs may want to circle June 13 on their calendars.

Walk to honor Native American troops Tue, 27 May 2008 22:41:07 -0600
A Walk for Warriors at 5 p.m. today will be the kick-off event for the Native Wellness Conference in Rapid City.

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