March 2015
Sioux Falls Considering Temporary Moratorium On Billboards
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — City officials in Sioux Falls are considering putting a moratorium on billboards until they can figure out a way to make everyone happy with a new zoning ordinance. The Argus Leader newspaper reports ( ) that the ordinance enacted about a year ago has enabled businesses that move off the […]
Weakening Economy Seen Ahead For Rural Parts Of 10 States
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A monthly survey of bankers suggests a weakening economy lies ahead for rural parts of 10 Midwestern and Western states. The Creighton University Rural Mainstreet Index for March sank to 43.6, its lowest level since February 2010. Last month’s figure was 46.4. Creighton University economics Ernie Goss oversees the survey, and […]
Lehman Trikes Shutdown In Spearfish Affects About 12 Workers
SPEARFISH, S.D. (AP) — A manufacturer of motorcycle trikes is closing its facility in Spearfish. The Black Hills Pioneer reports ( ) that Champion Investments will shut down the Lehman Trikes operation in about two months. About a dozen employees will be out of jobs, though Champion plans to keep its startup firearms manufacturing division […]
UPDATED: Hoodie Allen concert bumped to April 13
Update: The Campus Activities Board announced March 23 they have rescheduled the Hoodie Allen concert for the second time to April 13 at 9 p.m. The organization said the May 5 show was a concern because it might have distracted students from finals week. The show is still being held in Aalfs Auditorium, and tickets for the […]
1 Of 3 Announced Candidates For Rapid City Mayor Drops Out
RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) — One of the three people who have announced a run for mayor in Rapid City has dropped out of the race. City Councilwoman Amanda Scott says she is no longer running, and instead will support former Police Chief Steve Allender. Allender announced this week that he has decided to take […]
Teens Facing Burglary Charges After Attempted Break-in
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Two teenage boys are facing second-degree burglary charges following an attempted break-in at a home in southwest Sioux Falls. The Argus Leader ( ) says the 16-year-old boys were reported as escapees by Volunteers of America last Tuesday, and then warrants were issued for their arrest. Police spokesman Sam Clemens […]
Mount Rushmore Begins Year Of Celebrating 90th Anniversary
MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL, S.D. (AP) — Mount Rushmore National Memorial is hosting a gathering next week to start the celebration of its 90 years of history. The March 25 event in the Carver’s Cafe will include a talk on the park history, cake and ice cream. Superintendent Cheryl Schreier says 1925 was the year […]
Standoff With Armed Suspect Over At Aberdeen Hotel
ABERDEEN, S.D. (AP) — A standoff between authorities and a man who locked himself inside a hotel room in Aberdeen has ended after more than 14 hours. The American News ( ) reports the man was arrested at 9:37 p.m. after authorities used tear gas to force him out of the room. Capt. Eric Duven […]
Man Locks Self In SD Hotel Where Class B Players Are To Stay
ABERDEEN, S.D. (AP) — A man has locked himself in a room at a northeast South Dakota hotel where players and fans of the Class B basketball tournament are expected to arrive Wednesday. Aberdeen Police Chief Dave McNeil says the man is wanted in connection with local crimes and has a handgun. The American News […]
Regents OK Confucius Institute At Northern State University
PIERRE, S.D. (AP) — Northern State University is on track to create a Chinese language and cultural center that will be the first of its kind in the Dakotas, a move officials hope will give students and the state a direct link to China’s growing economy. The South Dakota Board of Regents voted 7-0 Wednesday […]