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Attorney General Jackley’s 2026 Legislative Bills Become Law July 1

PIERRE, S.D. – All 10 of South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley’s bills that he proposed during the 2026 legislative session officially become law Wednesday, July 1. The measures were approved by legislators and signed by the Governor. “These bills protect our citizens from online predators, scammers, and illegal drugs, while they strengthen transparency within state […]

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Toastmaster Open House to showcase public speaking, leadership skills

BOX ELDER — The Box Elder Toastmasters Club is coordinating a regional open house Monday, June 29, at the Box Elder City Hall Community Room. The event will bring together seven Toastmasters clubs from the Box Elder and Rapid City area under the theme “Celebrating America’s 250th.” The open house will give community members an […]

Local car show brings engines, families together
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Local car show brings engines, families together

Motor Madness drew vehicles and spectators to the Liberty YMCA parking lot on June 24 for its third annual community showcase. For many participants at Motor Madness, the vehicles on display were more than machines. They represented personal stories, service and shared passion. Edward Crumley, Box Elder, was among those who shared a vehicle in […]

Local agencies urge safe practices for upcoming Fourth of July celebrations
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Local agencies urge safe practices for upcoming Fourth of July celebrations

BOX ELDER — Fire officials and weather experts are urging residents across western South Dakota to use caution with fireworks this Fourth of July as dry and increasingly warm conditions raise wildfire risk. National Weather Service Rapid City meteorologist David Hintz said southwestern South Dakota is experiencing severe to extreme drought conditions, increasing wildfire susceptibility. […]

SD Air & Space Museum holds STEM Day event
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SD Air & Space Museum holds STEM Day event

BOX ELDER — The South Dakota Air & Space Museum held its second annual STEM Day, highlighting how clubs, organizations and hands-on programs are helping students engage with science outside the classroom. Booths featured science experiments, robotics, history, math and technology. The hands-on activities allowed students to experiment, ask questions and problem-solve. Those experiences are […]

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City staff seek items for time capsule

BOX ELDER — The City of Box Elder will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary by gathering items for a time capsule for the Salute to Ellsworth celebration. “Time capsules have become a meaningful way to reflect on our unique American experience and way of life,” said Public Information Officer Rebecca Bader. “Box Elder looks ahead with […]