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kotatv.com > 03/30/2026 > hardrocker-report-mines-students-challenge-stereotypes-public-speaking-competition

Hardrocker Report: Mines students challenge stereotypes at public speaking competition

4+ hour, 4+ min ago  (275+ words) RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Five South Dakota Mines students competed in the Howard Wells Public Speaking Competition, addressing how scientists and engineers can ensure their work contributes to a better future for the world - and pushing back against the stereotype that…...

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kotatv.com > 03/29/2026 > bhsu-research-symposium-returns-showcasing-undergraduate-work

BHSU Research Symposium returns, showcasing undergraduate work

1+ day, 10+ min ago  (145+ words) RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Black Hills State University will host its 28th annual Black Hills Research Symposium April 12, highlighting undergraduate research from across the region. The event begins April 1 with oral presentations from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 2 p.m. in Meier Hall, followed by…...

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kotatv.com > 03/29/2026 > lead-deadwood-school-district-launches-regional-music-academy-black-hills-students

Lead-Deadwood School District Launches Regional Music Academy for Black Hills Students

2+ day, 4+ hour ago  (209+ words) RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Lead-Deadwood School District is launching a new Music Academy, set to begin in fall 2026, aimed at expanding music opportunities for students from elementary through high school. The multi-year program will offer a structured pathway for students…...

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kotatv.com > 03/28/2026 > sdsu-go-all-ai-curriculum-research

SDSU to go all in on AI in curriculum and research

2+ day, 15+ hour ago  (343+ words) SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On Friday, South Dakota State University hosted a day-long conference to discuss the role of AI within its institution and the broader workforce. The university announced the establishment of the Center for AI Innovation and…...

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kotatv.com > 03/27/2026 > childrens-home-society-south-dakota-hosts-event-medical-legal-behavioral-health-workers

Children’s Home Society of South Dakota hosts event for medical, legal, and behavioral health workers

2+ day, 22+ hour ago  (137+ words) RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The Children's Home Society of South Dakota hosted a conference for professionals who work with child abuse survivors. The event brought together medical providers, nurses, legal professionals, behavioral health specialists, and students preparing for careers in those…...

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kotatv.com > 03/21/2026 > luncheon-aims-connect-congregations-with-children-foster-care

Luncheon aims to connect congregations with children in foster care

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (137+ words) RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) -Pastors and ministry leaders in the Black Hills were invited to a luncheon on Friday focused on supporting foster families. They came to Rapid City from across the region for the Foster-Friendly Church Coalition luncheon at Love…...

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kotatv.com > 03/10/2026 > 2026-south-dakota-special-education-staff-year-announced

The 2026 South Dakota Special Education Staff of the Year announced

2+ week, 5+ day ago  (227+ words) The 2026 South Dakota Special Education Staff of the Year announced'KOTA Territory News RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The South Dakota Department of Education is congratulating Amanda Edlund on being selected as the parent-nominated 2026 Special Education Staff of the Year at the annual…...

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kotatv.com > 03/06/2026 > hill-city-school-district-planning-new-career-technical-education-center

Hill City School District planning new career and technical education center

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (339+ words) HILL CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Hill City High School offers career and technical education classes in welding, carpentry, and graphic design, but students looking to enroll in them face challenges. "We did course audits, and we have kids on a waiting list…...

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kotatv.com > 03/05/2026 > rounds-accepting-summer-2026-internship-applications

Rounds accepting summer 2026 internship applications

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (260+ words) Rounds accepting summer 2026 internship applications'KOTA Territory News RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - U.S. Senator Mike Rounds is currently accepting applications from college students to serve as interns during the summer of 2026. Positions are available in the Washington, D.C. office and state offices in Rapid…...

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kotatv.com > 03/04/2026 > two-south-dakota-students-selected-united-states-senate-youth-program

Two South Dakota students selected for United States Senate Youth Program

3+ week, 4+ day ago  (277+ words) Two South Dakota students selected for United States Senate Youth Program'KOTA Territory News RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The South Dakota Department of Education announced today that two South Dakota high school students have been selected to represent the state during the…...