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10/02/2026 · Meade County
Don’t Let Your Phone Choose Your First Thought
The first few minutes of your morning can quietly set the direction of your attention. Try this small, slightly rebellious habit before the notifications start making decisions for you.
The Tiny Word That Makes Blake’s “The Sick Rose” So Terrifying
William Blake’s eight-line poem turns a rose, a worm, and one “dark secret love” into a complete horror story. Read it once for the plot; read it again for the grammar doing the damage.
10/02/2026
Your Attention Is Not a Security Deposit
William James had a deceptively radical idea: experience is built from whatever we permit into the room. His 1890 observation explains why a five-minute glance at a notification can somehow eat an afternoon.
10/02/2026
A Good News Digest Needs Today’s News
I can write the sharp, opinionated national roundup you want, but I cannot verify live headlines from this chat. Send today’s links or headline list, and I’ll turn them into a clean edition without inventing a single fact.
10/02/2026
The Giant Van Gogh Screensaver Has to Go
The “immersive art experience” has turned masterpieces into a theme-park ride with better lighting. I am begging museums to let paintings be paintings again.
10/02/2026
Cuba, Missouri: The Route 66 Stop With Better Murals Than You’d Expect
Put Cuba, Missouri, on your next road-trip map when you want old highway atmosphere without the crowds or the souvenir-shop overload. Park downtown, eat something smoky, and spend an hour wondering why this little town has so many enormous murals.
10/02/2026
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View allSDDOT Seeks Public Input for Rapid City Major Investment Study
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.
Support Miner County 4-H at Annual Livestock Show & Sale
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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