Scarlett Lisjak
KOTA Territory News
Rapid City, SD, United States
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Empty shelves at the grocery stores prompting people to look for alternatives
You may have had to run into the grocery store after work before, to buy something you need for that special recipe -- only to discover that the shelves are empty. Food supply chains have taken a hit since the pandemic, prompting many Americans to look for alternatives. → Read More
Elevate requests vision funds to help solve some of the economic challenges of the Black Hills
Elevate Rapid City is known for being the City’s economic development engine by helping to recruit new companies, expand existing businesses, and bringing workers to the area. The population growth of Rapid City has Elevate envisioning what the next ten years will be like. → Read More
Urgent need for blood donations in the Black Hills
The Country is facing another shortage, this time there’s a shortage of blood, and the Black Hills are not immune. → Read More
“Guilty on all counts” a federal jury delivers a verdict in the Pine Ridge murder of Vinny Brewer
A verdict was reached in the murder trial of Adan J. Corona and Francisco Villanueva. On Wednesday a federal jury unanimously found the defendants guilty on all counts, stemming from the 2016 killing of Vinny Brewer on the Pine Ridge Reservation. → Read More
Jury begins deliberation in the Pine Ridge murder of Vinny Brewer
The murder trial of Adan J. Corona and Francisco Villanueva is now in the hands of a federal jury in Rapid City. They’re charged with murder, accused of killing Vinny Brewer in Pine Ridge back in 2016. And the case is inching closer to a verdict, with both sides making their closing arguments on Tuesday. → Read More
Cleaning up the neighborhood with free tire disposal
You’ve seen them, whether it’s on the side of the highway, in your neighbor’s yard, or you may have some stacked in your garage- millions of scrap tires are generated each year. → Read More
One business hopes to grow alongside of emerging medical cannabis industry
The rules for medical cannabis are expected to be published by the state sometime next month, but before pot can hit the shelves, it has to be grown here in South Dakota. The anticipation of this new agricultural industry has one local business considering the possibilities. → Read More
Rapid City edged out 20 other cities to bring battery manufacturing to the Black Hills
500 acres of land on the outskirts of Rapid City will be turned into a multi-million dollar factory, there batteries for data centers and the 5G telecom market will be produced. → Read More
Emerging business in a growing industry opens a new location in Rapid City
A ribbon cutting ceremony took place Thursday afternoon in Rapid City, for a business that is utilizing new technology in construction. → Read More
Rapid City band could get a chance to play on a Hollywood stage while supporting a local cause
One Rapid City band could be ‘going to California,’ ‘by taking their chances on’ a national competition. The band 100 Proof is competing in a competition called Opening Act. The winner gets to open for Coldplay and the Black eyed peas at the Hollywood Bowl Amphitheater in Los Angeles, and receives a cash prize of $10,000 dollars.. → Read More
Rapid City Common Council expected to pass medical marijuana rules at tonight’s council meeting
New markets, need regulations -- which is why the Rapid City Common Council is set to discuss medical marijuana once again at tonight’s meeting. → Read More
Tik Tok challenge inspiring Rapid City students to steal and vandalize
Bathrooms vandalized, fire extinguishers stolen and teens arrested all over the country due to a viral Tik Tok challenge called “Devious Licks,” It encourages kids to post videos of themselves stealing and damaging school property. And this problem is right here in the Black Hills. → Read More
2016 murder on the Pine Ridge Reservation goes to trial
In October of 2016, Vinny Brewer was killed in broad day light outside a youth center on the Pine Ridge Reservation. Thursday, the case has made some head way as it inches closer to a verdict after five years. → Read More
South Dakota proposed social studies curriculum remains source of contention before fall hearings
Monday, Governor Kristi Noem addressed the controversial proposed changes to South Dakota’s social studies standards on Twitter, calling them an improvement from the previous curriculum. But these changes have not come without its far share of criticism. → Read More
Proposed marijuana rules would make South Dakota competitive in the medical cannabis industry
Tuesday six rules from Governor Kristi Noem’s office regarding medical cannabis were booted by South Dakota lawmakers. → Read More
More healthy food options for kids expand into rural South Dakota
Youth and Family Services impacts 14,000 children and adults through its long standing Child and Adult Care Food Program. It aims to give kids more healthy food options, and now it’s working to expand its reach in the 29 South Dakota Counties it serves. → Read More
Carrying heavy backpacks can cause problems for kids
School is back in session and the excitement may be wearing off, and as the homework increases, so does the amount of stuff in a student’s backpack, and too much weight can cause back problems for kids. → Read More
New grant is giving Badlands National Park a modern way to showcase the ancient land formations
America’s National Parks have been busier since the start of the pandemic and the Badlands are no exception, and more visitors means more revenue. However, what would the Badlands National Park do with an extra couple of million dollars? → Read More
Custer Elementary Building will turn into a community center, how? remains uncertain
The elementary school in Custer has been on the minds of city officials and residents for years, the building was turned over to the city in 2012 with the expectation it would be turned into a community center. However, a series of bumps in the road have put that dream on hold. → Read More
Towns across the Black Hills plan for medical cannabis establishments
Towns across western South Dakota are getting ready for medical cannabis establishments by outlining licensing, zoning and manufacturing guidelines. → Read More