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05/20/2026 · Custer
The Week's Weirdest: Underground Chickens, Airborne Dentures, and One Determined Raccoon
A homeowners association discovers an illegal basement poultry operation, a man loses his teeth mid-skydive, and wildlife officials respond to their strangest call in years.
Where US-83 Crosses the Niobrara: A Sandhills Weekend Nobody Talks About
Valentine, Nebraska sits at the edge of the Sandhills where the Niobrara River cuts through grass-covered dunes. You can canoe past waterfalls, eat pie at a counter that's fed ranchers since 1947, and camp under stars that light up the whole sky.
05/17/2026
Your Ankles Are Weak and It's Slowing You Down
Most runners blame their knees or hips when they feel sluggish, but the real problem often starts at the ankle. Here's how to fix it in under five minutes.
05/17/2026
The Potato Salad You Make When You Want People to Like You
Forget mayonnaise. The best potato salad I know uses brown butter and vinegar to turn a picnic side dish into something people will text you about later.
05/17/2026
Your Weekend Wants You to Leave the House
Three concerts, two food festivals, and one art opening you can walk into without a reservation. Plus the sleeper pick that will beat all of them.
05/17/2026
The Mortise and Tenon: Why This 4,000-Year-Old Joint Still Beats Screws
You can learn the mortise and tenon joint in a weekend, and it will outlast every piece of furniture you own. Here's how to cut your first one with tools you can afford.
05/17/2026
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For Immediate Release: Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 Contact: Katrina Burckhard, SDDOT Planning Engineer, 605-773-6641 RAPID CITY, S.D. – The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) will hold a public meeting open house on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, and on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. MT. The public meeting open houses are designed to share information and gather public input for the Rapid City Major Investment Study (RCMIS) of the Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 16B corridors in Rapid City. A presentation will be shared shortly after 5:30 p.m. at each of the public meetings. The public meeting open houses will be held at the Dahl Arts Center, located at 713 7th St., in Rapid City. Both open houses will feature the same RCMIS information. Participants are invited to attend the meeting that works best for their schedules. Representatives from SDDOT will be available to answer questions, discuss the study, and receive community input. The purpose of the public meeting is to provide information about the study and gather public input on transportation needs, concerns, and priorities within the study area. Area residents, business owners, and daily commuters are encouraged to attend and participate. This study is being developed in compliance with state and federal environmental regulations. Individuals needing assistance, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), should contact the SDDOT ADA Coordinator (605-773-3540) two business days prior to the meeting in order to ensure accommodations are available. For any in-person meeting, notice is further given to individuals with disabilities that the meeting is being held in a physically accessible location. For those who cannot attend the public meeting or desire additional information on the overall study, information is available on the website at https://dot.sd.gov/projects-studies/projects/public-meetings/#HP559. Written public comments will be accepted until Friday, Nov. 6, 2026. Comments can be submitted either in-person during the public meetings or through the study website. For more information, contact Katrina Burckhard, SDDOT Planning Engineer, at 605-773-6641 or via email at [email protected]. About SDDOT: The mission of the South Dakota Department of Transportation is to provide a safe and efficient public transportation system. For the latest on road and weather conditions, road closures, construction work zones, commercial vehicle restrictions, and traffic incidents, please visit https://sd511.org or dial 511. Read more about the innovative work of the SDDOT at https://dot.sd.gov.
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Our local library is a hub for learning and community engagement. We offer a range of programs designed to appeal to all ages. From engaging story times that spark young imaginations to workshops that provide practical skills, there's something for everyone at the Miner County Library.
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The Miner County 4-H Livestock Show & Sale is a highlight of the year for many young people in our community. It's a chance for them to present the animals they've raised, demonstrate their knowledge, and participate in a sale. We encourage everyone to come out and support our 4-H members.
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