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Grief Support Groups To Meet
Hospice of the Northern Hills sponsors several free, ongoing Grief Support Groups for those who are coping with the death of a loved one. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend one of the groups.
Belle Fourche:
Meetings are typically held on the first and third Monday of each month. Due to the Labor Day holiday there will not be a meeting on the first Monday. The next meeting will take place on Sept. 20, at 3 p.m., at the Belle Fourche Regional Medical Clinic, 2200 13th Ave.
Spearfish:
1. Meetings are on the second and fourth Monday of each month. The next meetings will take place on Sept. 13 and Sept. 27, at 3 p.m., in the Family Medical Center Conference Room, Spearfish Regional Hospital, located at 1440 N. Main St.
2. Spearfish Men Encouraging Men Group typically meets the first Monday of each month. Due to the Labor Day holiday there may be a change in the Sept. 6, meeting. Please call 644-4444 for more information.
Sturgis:
Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month. The next meetings will take place on Sept. 7 and Sept. 21, at 3:30 p.m., in the Conference Room at Sturgis Regional Hospital, located at 949 Harmon St.
These groups are designed to offer support through sharing and communication with others who are experiencing the grieving process. The goal is to bring understanding of the grief process and its many emotions. If you or someone you know would benefit from a support group, please join us.
For more information, call Hospice of the Northern Hills at (605) 644-4238, (605) 644-4421, or (605) 644-4444.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Wednesday, September 01, 2010 (07:00:00)
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Grief Support Groups In The Northern Hills To Meet
Hospice of the Northern Hills sponsors several free, ongoing Grief Support Groups for those who are coping with the death of a loved one. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend one of the groups.
Belle Fourche:
Meetings are on the first and third Monday of each month. The next meetings will take place on Aug. 2 and Aug. 16, at 3 p.m., at the Belle Fourche Regional Medical Clinic, 2200 13th Ave.
Spearfish:
1. Meetings are on the second and fourth Monday of each month. The next meetings will take place on Aug. 9 and Aug. 23, at 3 p.m., in the Family Medical Center Conference Room, Spearfish Regional Hospital, located at 1440 N. Main St.
2. Spearfish Men Encouraging Men Group meets the first Monday of each month. The next meeting will on Aug. 2, at 7:30 a.m., at Cedar House Restaurant, located at 130 Ryan Rd.
Sturgis:
Meetings are usually held on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Due to the rally, the second meeting will be taking place on the fourth Tuesday. The next meetings will take place on Aug. 3 and Aug. 24, at 3:30 p.m., in the Conference Room at Sturgis Regional Hospital, located at 949 Harmon St.
These groups are designed to offer support through sharing and communication with others who are going through the grieving process. The goal is to bring understanding of the grief process and its many emotions. If you or someone you know would benefit from support group, please join us.
For more information, call Hospice of the Northern Hills at (605) 644-4238, (605) 644-4421, or (605) 644-4444.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Sunday, August 01, 2010 (07:00:00)
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Managing Prediabetes Class
Spearfish Regional Hospital (SPRH) diabetes educators will be presenting a Managing Prediabetes Education class Tuesday, June 29. The class will take place from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the SPRH at 1440 N. Main. Cost of the class is $35 per person and includes a Calorie King book, pedometer, portion plate and cookbook. Pre-registration is required.
The pre-diabetes program focuses on lifestyle changes which can help prevent or delay the onset of diabetes. It is also for those that are at high risk for developing diabetes. It is tailored for individuals who have a family history of diabetes, are overweight, glucose intolerant, insulin resistant or have metabolic syndrome, high blood pressure or problems with cholesterols.
Participants will receive education about healthy meal planning, exercise and ways to reduce other diabetes risk factors. A physician order is not required to attend the class.
According to the American Diabetes Association, individuals with a higher risk for getting diabetes include: men and women 45 years of age or older, particularly those that are overweight; non-Caucasians; and individuals who have had gestational diabetes; have had a baby weighing more than 9 lbs.; or have high blood pressure or high body fats.
For more information about the Managing Prediabetes Education program or to pre-register, call the SPRH Diabetes Education Department at (605) 644-4251.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Tuesday, June 22, 2010 (07:00:00)
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BHSU To Host Weekly Farmers Market
Black Hills State University will host the Yellow Jacket Farmers Market at the BHSU Bookstore every Wednesday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. beginning June 16.
The market, which is open to the public, supports local growers and vendors. Various foods including locally grown and raised produce and meats; dairy products; fresh breads and pastries; and honey and honey-based products will be offered. There will also be assorted flowers, herbs, and starter plants available.
The Yellow Jacket Farmers Market is sponsored by the BHSU Bookstore and A’viands (BHSU dining services) who will also showcase products at the event.
Convenient visitor parking is available. For more information or if you’re interested in being a vendor at the Yellow Jacket Farmers Market, contact Pam McKie at 642-6636.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Thursday, June 10, 2010 (20:12:04)
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Spearfish/Lawrence County Candidate Forum
Working in cooperation with BHSU, the Spearfish Area Chamber of Commerce Governmental Affairs Committee will host a City Council Candidates Forum on Tuesday, May 11th and a Spearfish Mayoral/Lawrence County Commission Candidates Forum on Tuesday, May 18th. Both forums will start at 6PM and will be held on campus at BHSU in the Jacket Legacy Room located on the 2nd Floor of the Student Union.
The forums are designed to give each candidate the opportunity to share his/her views on issues which are of greatest importance to his/her candidacy. In addition, the committee is providing local media and citizens the opportunity to submit questions prior to the event, which will be posed to each candidate.
Questions may be mailed to: GAC, PO Box 550, Spearfish, SD 57783. There will be no questions taken from the audience during the forum.
All candidates have been invited to participate. For more information, please call the Spearfish Area Chamber of Commerce 642-2626.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 (07:00:00)
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BHSU To Hold 159th Commencement Ceremony
Black Hills State University will recognize over 400 candidates for graduation during the University's 159th commencement ceremony Saturday, May 8 at 10 a.m. in the Donald E. Young Sports and Fitness Center.
Candidates for the spring 2010 BHSU graduation include 51 master's degree candidates, seven bachelor of arts candidates, 16 associate degree candidates, 85 bachelors of science in education candidates, and 251 bachelor of science candidates.
The University will continue the tradition of leading the commencement processional with the University mace. The mace, which was first introduced during the spring 2009 commencement, was commissioned during BHSU's Quasquicentennial year. A symbol of the University's academic leadership, the mace will be carried by Dr. Cheryl Anagnopoulous, the Distinguished Faculty Member for 2009. Anagnopoulous will also present the graduation message.
Ms. Melanie Jeppesen, student regent of the South Dakota Board of Regents, will give a greeting from the Regents. Dr. Dean Myers, provost and vice president of Academic Affairs, will present the graduates; and BHSU President Kay Schallenkamp, assisted by April Meeker, registrar, will present the diplomas. Steve Meeker, vice president for University Advancement, will welcome the new graduates into the Alumni Association.
Professors and administrators receiving emeritus include: Dr. Dean Myers, provost and vice president for Academic Affairs; Dr. Janeen Larsen, professor of music and chair, Department of Fine and Applied Arts; and Dr. Thomas Cox, professor of psychology.
Musical selections will be performed by the Black Hills Singers, as directed by Dr. Jonathan Nero, assistant professor of music; Dr. Janeen Larsen, chairperson of the Department of Fine and Applied Arts; and Christopher Hahn, instructor of music.
Immediately following the ceremony, the faculty, staff, 2010 graduates, family and friends are welcome to gather in the Donald E. Young Sports and Fitness Center Field House for the President's Reception.
Prior to commencement, an honors breakfast will be hosted in the David B. Miller Yellow Jacket Student Union Jacket Legacy Room. Kayla Haines, biology major from Mitchell, will be honored as the highest ranking female graduate and James Herron, history major from Rapid City, as the highest ranking male graduate.
Honored guests will also include the Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, Summa Cum Laude, and University Honors Scholar graduates.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Monday, May 03, 2010 (19:06:54)
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Free Skin Cancer Screenings
Free skin cancer screenings will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the John T. Vucurevich Regional Cancer Care Institute (CCI), on Monday, May 3. The screenings coincide with Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month. Area dermatologists, as well as Rapid City Regional Hospital and CCI, are sponsoring this event.
The screenings are part of a national campaign to encourage early detection and teach prevention of skin cancer. According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), more than 1 million new cases of skin cancer will be diagnosed in the United States this year. The purpose of the local event is to raise awareness of melanoma and urge Americans to regularly examine their skin for signs of this serious form of skin cancer.
Skin self-examinations consist of periodically looking over your body for any changes in the size, color, shape or texture of a mole, the development of a new mole or any other unusual changes in the skin. Any of these signs should be reported to a dermatologist right away.
A survey commissioned by the AAD showed less than one-third of Americans currently examine their skin for signs of melanoma, and more than half do not know the signs of melanoma. Dermatologists want to change this because when treated in its earliest stages, melanoma can be cured. If not treated early, the disease can quickly spread to other parts of the body and can be fatal. Current estimates are that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime.
According to the AAD, one American dies from melanoma almost every hour. More than 75 percent of skin cancer deaths are from melanoma. The members of the AAD, as well as the participating physicians and Rapid City Regional Hospital, invite the public to take advantage of the free screening event. To schedule a free screening appointment, call the Rapid City Regional Hospital Education Department at (605) 719-2400.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Monday, April 26, 2010 (07:00:00)
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Spearfish Regional Hospital Diabetes Support Group
Spearfish Regional Hospital's (SPRH) Diabetes Education department is sponsoring a Diabetes Support Group for patients, families and friends in the Northern Hills whose lives are affected by diabetes.
The group meets the last Wednesday of every month. The next meeting will take place on Wednesday, April 28, at 2 p.m., in the Crow Peak Conference Room at the Spearfish Regional Hospital, at 1440 N. Main St.
This month's topic, "How Much Do You Know About Your Heart Disease Risk?" presented by Deb Himrich RN, Diabetes Educator/Cardiac Rehabilitation.
This support group is designed to offer support through education, sharing and communication with others who have diabetes. If you or someone you know would benefit from this support group, you are welcome to attend.
For more information, please call Deb Winter at (605) 644-4251.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Wednesday, April 21, 2010 (07:00:00)
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Lead-Deadwood Regional Hospital Diabetes Support Group
Lead-Deadwood Regional Hospital's (LDRH) Diabetes Education Department is sponsoring a Diabetes Support Group for patients, families and friends in the Lead-Deadwood area whose lives are affected by diabetes.
The group will meet on April 22 at 7 p.m., in the basement conference room at LDRH, 61Charles St. This month's topic will be "What's in the News." Attendees are requested to bring an article that you have read to share with the group.
This support group meets the fourth Thursday of every month. It is designed to offer support through education, sharing and communication with others who have diabetes. If you or someone you know would benefit from this support group, you are welcome to attend.
For more information, please call (605) 722-6101 or (605) 390-5090.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Thursday, April 15, 2010 (07:00:00)
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Beauty And The Beast
Spearfish High School will be presenting the Disney musical BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. This classic story tells of a prince who has been turned into a beast. In order to remove the evil spell, he must find someone to love who will love him back. The orchestra, cast, and crew will bring the story to life on the stage of the Spearfish High School Theatre on Thursday and Friday evening, April 15th and 16th. Curtain goes up at 7 pm. A matinee performance for our senior citizens will be held on Wednesday, April 14th beginning at 12:30 pm.
The students involved are: Paul Blasi, Laurel Simpson, Brady Moe, Gardner Brenneisen, Alex Furois, Luke Gainey, Morgan Hanzlik, Sami Sleep, Elana Stadler, Dani Benson, Brady Jones, Mary Amiotte, Chase Aspelin, Miranda Rosencranz, Rachel Williams, Brianna Barkley, Nicole Lamb, Heather Clark, Tonya Wenzel, Savannah Johnson, Audri Swisher, Ian Hall, Ariel Hammerquist, Ashten Rombough, Hannah Hepper, Gabe Colhof, Kristen Wenzel, Justice Mack, Gabriel Terveen, Rachel Crawford, Savannah Larson, Garret Ryerson, Connor Carlborn, Adam Mundorf, Max Temple, Jordan Louks, Ian Lessley, and Maria Steckline. Pianist is Mrs. Mimi Swisher; band director is Mr. Steve Aalbu; vocal music director is Mr. Doug Ruhnow; assistant director is Ms. Toni Lyke; technical director is Mr. Dennis Walkins; director is Mrs. Julie Walkins.
Admission prices are $3 for students and $4 for adults. Activity tickets will be honored. If you have any questions, please contact Spearfish High School at 717-1212.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Wednesday, April 07, 2010 (07:00:00)
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Special Olympics
The Black Hills Area Special Olympics Spring Games will be held on the campus of Black Hills State University on April 23rd.
Volunteers are needed to help with the special athletes. Volunteers are needed from 8:00 to 3:30 at the throwing and jumping events as well as individual soccer skills.
If you are interested in volunteering your time, please contact either Peggy or Vaughn Heckle at 642-7837. Email vpheckel@rushmore.com.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Thursday, April 01, 2010 (07:00:00)
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Chairs And Artists Needed
The Historic Deadwood Lead Arts Council and the Lead Library Endowment Board are sponsoring a community art project with chairs as the theme. The committee is asking local residents to donate any old chairs, stools or small benches that they no longer need. The chairs, etc. will be adopted by area artists to use their creativity and turn into fun and unique works of art. The chairs will then be auctioned the first part of May with the proceeds split between the Arts Council and Library.
If you have an old chair, stool or small bench to donate or would like to adopt a chair to paint, please contact HDLAC at 584-1461 or the Lead Library at 584-2903.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Friday, March 12, 2010 (22:08:35)
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Adams Museum And House Awarded Grant
The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has awarded the Adams Museum & House (AM&H) a grant of $5,997.00. Funding will support an on-site consultation with a paper conservator who will examine historic photographs, maps, drawings and documents from the organization’s archival collections. The consultation will consist of a general assessment of the condition of the documents, including recommendations on how to safely access, store and digitize the materials. In addition, the conservator will conduct a workshop for area museum, library and archive professionals on current conservation practices used in the care and handling of archival materials.
As part of the NEH-sponsored *We the People* initiative, the AM&H’s project fulfills the agency’s goal to encourage and strengthen the teaching, study and understanding of American history and culture. The NEH is an independent grant-making agency of the United States government dedicated to supporting research, education, preservation and public programs in the humanities.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Saturday, January 09, 2010 (00:54:35)
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Free H1N1 Clinic At BHSU
A free H1N1 Influenza clinic will be held at the Young Center on the Black Hills State University campus on Thursday, Jan. 14 from 3-7 p.m. The clinic is open to everyone who wishes to receive the shot.
Children ages 9 and under should receive a booster H1N1 vaccination. The second dose should be scheduled one month after the first dose.
Vaccine provided by the South Dakota Department of Health.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Thursday, January 07, 2010 (01:00:00)
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Christmas Blizzard A Black Hills Blessing
While the Christmas blizzard of 2009 was a travel curse for much of the Midwest, it was a blessing for the skiers and snowmobilers in the Black Hills of South Dakota. The snowstorm dumped almost 50 inches of snow in the Deadwood area, covering nearby ski runs and snowmobile trails with a thick blanket of fresh powder.
Mystic Miner Ski Resort at Deer Mountain received more than 45 inches of snow across the entire mountain, said Joe Hamm, general manager. “The fresh powder, along with our established base of 24 inches, will help set us up for another great season,” he said.
The front side of Deer Mountain is open, and the snow operations team is grooming additional trails on the back side. Hamm said that the back side of the mountain should be open by this weekend for New Year’s Eve skiers and snowboarders. Deer Mountain’s terrain and tubing parks are also in great shape and have seen good traffic so far this season.
Snowmobile enthusiasts are also rejoicing. Dana Garry, Mickelson Trail manager, said that trails throughout the Black Hills received anywhere from eight inches to 40 inches of snow over the weekend.
The snow-grooming machines have been out in full-force since the weekend, readying the trails. Since the snow is so light and the high winds caused a lot of blowing and drifting, Garry said that South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks crews have been using a double-packing technique. This means using the standard groomers and then following up with a weighted drag to make for a better riding surface. Black Hills snowmobile trails will be 100 percent groomed by the weekend.
Deadwood, a popular New Years Even destination, should be hopping this weekend, according to Lee Harstad of the Deadwood Chamber of Commerce. He said people from throughout the region combine ski and snowmobile vacations with New Years revelry, and the new blanket of snow is a welcome addition to the weekend party.
A variety of winter vacation packages are available in Deadwood. Packages can include snowmobile rentals, ski lift tickets and gaming weekends. CLICK HERE for more information.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Thursday, December 31, 2009 (01:02:03)
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Days Of '76 Rodeo Wins Top PRCA Honors
For the sixth consecutive year, Deadwood's Days of '76 Rodeo has taken home the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association's award for the Medium Outdoor Rodeo of the Year. Days of '76 committee members were on hand for the awards ceremony, held Wednesday night at the PRCA National Convention in Las Vegas.
Awards are nothing new for this event, now in its 88th year. The Days of '76 rodeo won Small Outdoor Rodeo of the Year four consecutive years before being moved into the medium category. The Days has won top honors in the medium category each year since 2004. In 2009, the Deadwood rodeo competed against rodeos from Abilene and Amarillo, Texas, Phillipsburg, Kan., and Ogden, Utah.
"We were thrilled to be nominated alongside rodeos of this caliber, and we are even more thrilled to once again be able to call our rodeo the nation's best," said 2009 Days of '76 Chairman Mac Meyer. "Its truly an honor to win, and it's a tribute to how hard this committee and all the volunteers work. I am proud to be part of such a great organization."
The Days of '76 is a favorite venue among the bull riders, calf ropers, saddle bronc riders, barrel racers and others who compete in this Black Hills community for tens of thousands of dollars in prize money. Meyer attributes the success of the rodeo to a combination of community support, hard work of committee members and volunteers, commitments from the City of Deadwood and its Historic Preservation Commission, and the experience that can only be acquired from 87 years of putting on one of the best rodeos in the world.
Equipped with a renovated rodeo arena, complete with rough-hewn timbers and a Ponderosa pine forest backdrop, the Days of '76 Rodeo offers contestants a chance to enjoy an atmosphere that only Deadwood can offer.
Meyer noted that coordinating an event of this scale is a year-round project. A 20-person board of directors, supplemented by various subcommittees and countless volunteers, makes this one of Deadwood's largest annual events, he said.
The 2010 Days of '76 Rodeo and Parade will be July 27-31, 2010. For ticket information, call 888-838-BULL or CLICK HERE.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Friday, December 04, 2009 (01:56:35)
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Red Shirt Cultural Holiday Exchange
Black Hills State University is sponsoring the 9th Annual Red Shirt Cultural Holiday Exchange, which includes a collection of toys and funds along with a visit by BHSU students to the Red Shirt School. The event, which began as two-student project in 2000, has grown into a campus wide event with participation numerous organizations.
The program kicks off with the placement of angel gift trees in the David B. Miller Yellow Jacket Student Union and the E.Y. Berry Library. Participants are encouraged to take an "angel" and place an unwrapped toy under the tree. This year the University Bookstore is donating school supplies and university label athletic clothing. The BHSU Center for the Conservation of Biological Resources (CCBR) Lab will once again generously supply filled stockings for Red Shirt students. Funds received will ensure that each child's wish is fulfilled. Monetary donations, new clothing, books, school or basic first-aid kit medical supplies will also be accepted. The donation deadline is Friday, Dec. 4th. Drop off sites on campus include the Student Union, Young Center, Meier Hall, Woodburn Hall and Jonas Hall, Room 103.
The Spearfish and BHSU Community will once again join to celebrate the holidays with the Red Shirt Table School and community on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. This year several students, faculty, staff and alumni will spend the entire day in classrooms, in addition to the party and gift exchange at the end of the school day.
BHSU organizations taking part in this event include: Lakota Omniciye, the Center for American Indian Studies, Office of Civic Engagement, Tiospaye, Inc., and the University Bookstore.
"Your contributions for this worthy cause will help make this year's Holiday Exchange a memorable event," says Jace DeCory. "Thank you and happy holidays!"
For more information contact DeCory at 642-6295, DeVina Red Horse at 641-4459, or Urla Marcus at 642-6578.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Sunday, November 15, 2009 (08:00:00)
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National Forest Christmas Tree Permits Available
Cut your own fresh Christmas tree this year from the Black Hills National Forest. Beginning November 16, 2009, you can buy tree tags at most Black Hills Forest Service offices in western South Dakota and northeast Wyoming. Several offices already have tags available.
Tree tags will also be available within the next week at several vendor locations in the Black Hills area. Wednesday, December 23 is the last day permits will be sold at most Forest Service offices. To be sure they still have tags available, please call ahead to the specific Forest Service office, especially if you wait until December 24 to purchase a tag.
White spruce, ponderosa pine and western juniper are available and can be cut in many parts of the National Forest. The maximum height of cut trees is 20 feet. The entire tree must be cut, and any unused branches must be cut so they lie flat on the ground with a stump no more than six inches high. After Christmas, used trees should be disposed of properly as yard waste. Please do not dump used trees on national forest land.
Trees should be placed in water as soon as possible to help keep needles fresh. Once indoors, trees should be placed away from stoves, heaters, or heating ducts.
Each tree costs $10. An adhesive tag must be attached to each tree before removal from the woods; a citation may be issued for possessing an untagged Christmas tree, even if a tag is available in the vehicle. Trees are for personal use only and cannot be resold. There are no refunds for uncut trees or unused permits, and all permits expire December 31. Please note that Forest Service offices do not accept credit card purchases.
Permits are available by mail from the Forest Supervisor's Office, 1019 North 5th Street, Custer, SD 57730. Enclose a check or money order in the amount of $10 for each tree, up to a maximum of five trees per individual. The Forest Service will mail permit tags and cutting instructions.
Trees may not be cut in developed recreation sites or Forest Service administrative sites, active timber sales, Black Hills Experimental Forest near Rochford, Black Elk Wilderness, Beaver Park area near Sturgis, or within Spearfish Canyon.
Permits are available at these Forest Service offices:
1) Rapid City, SD - Mystic Ranger District office, 8221 South Hwy 16, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays November 28, December 5, and December 12. Hours will be from 8:00 am to 5:00 p.m. Phone 605.343.1567.
2) Custer, SD - Forest Supervisor's office, 1019 North 5Th Street, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone 605.673.9200.
3) Newcastle, WY - Hell Canyon District office, 1225 Washington Blvd., Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Phone 307.746.2782.
4) Spearfish, SD - Northern Hills Ranger District office, 2014 North Main St., Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30. Phone 605.642.4622.
5) Sundance, WY - Bearlodge Ranger District office, Highway 14 East, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Phone 307.283.1361.
6) Hot Springs, SD - Nebraska N.F., Fall River Ranger District office, 1801 Hwy 18 Truck Bypass, Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Phone
605.745.4107.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Friday, November 13, 2009 (20:43:03)
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Lead-Deadwood High School Debate Team At The Adams
The Lead-Deadwood High School Debate Team will premier state and regional competition speeches at the Adams Museum on Monday, November 16, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. The event is open to the public, wheelchair accessible and donations are welcome. Please call (605) 578-1928 for more information. Parking for the Adams Museum, 54 Sherman Street is available on Deadwood Street, Siever Street and in the Miller Street parking lot.
Shirlene Joseph has been the head coach for the Lead-Deadwood High School Speech and debate teams for the past seven years. Joseph is assisted by Pastor Steve Agan, Janell Agan and Gary Keehn. This year the debate team consists of 22 members and has the largest roster in recent history. Adams Museum & House, Inc. director Mary A. Kopco will present Joseph with a check in the amount of $600 for the school's debate team. The gift is funded by the generous support of the Walter and Francis Green Charitable Trust.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Monday, November 09, 2009 (08:00:00)
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Spearfish Regional Hospital Foot Care Clinic
The Spearfish Regional Hospital (SPRH) will be hosting its monthly Foot Care Clinic at the Spearfish Senior Center, 1306 N 10th Street, Mon., Oct. 26. The service is provided to the community at a minimal cost to help individuals properly manage their foot care needs.
During the special clinic, nurses will screen and assess feet for circulation, sensation, skin condition, and shoe fit. They will also provide education regarding proper foot care including inspection methods, daily care, footwear selection, precautions and exercise. Appointments will also include clipping and filing of toenails, grinding of thick nails, and buffing of corns and calluses.
The Foot Care Clinic takes place the last Monday of every month. The cost of the clinic is $35, payable at the time of service. No Medicare or insurance billing will be done. Patients will be seen, by appointment only, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Oct. 26.
For more information about the Foot Clinic, or to make an appointment, please call the Spearfish Regional Hospital at (605) 644-4251.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Monday, October 19, 2009 (07:00:00)
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Make A Difference Day Events Planned At BHSU
For the sixth consecutive year, Black Hills State University students will be doing a variety of community service projects on Oct. 24 as they join a national effort in Make a Difference Day.
Make a Difference Day activities begin at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday with a free kick-off breakfast for all participants in the Hive dining hall located in the David B. Miller Yellow Jacket Student Union. Service projects will begin around 9 a.m. and will last 3-6 hours depending on the project.
Those interested in participating can work on one of the projects organized by the Office of Civic Engagement or set up a project of their own. Longer projects, such as food or book drives, or projects with children in schools, will also be conducted during the week. Projects already organized include: working on the Spearfish Habitat for Humanity house; bingo and other activities at the Dorsett Home; painting at the Black Hills Amphitheater; clean up at the RSVP garden; walking dogs and cleaning cages at the Western Hills Humane Society; food drive for the Spearfish Food Pantry; and a supply drive for the Artemis House.
This year, to provide further support to community groups, the BHSU Office of Civic Engagement is asking everyone who attends the breakfast to bring an item for the Artemis House. The Artemis House is in need of items such as paper towels, toilet paper, and cleaning supplies. This event is free and open to the public.
Make a Difference Day, the largest national day of service, is in its 18th year nationally. On the last Make a Difference Day, a record 3 million volunteers participated and an estimated 28 million people-in-need benefited. BHSU recorded over 180 volunteers in the event last year. The event is sponsored by USA Weekend Magazine in partnership with the Hands on Network. BHSU has been named to the national President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the past three years.
To participate or for more information, please call the BHSU Office of Civic Engagement at 642-6471 or email Richard.Raridon@BHSU.edu.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Saturday, October 17, 2009 (07:00:00)
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Fort Fear
Fort Fear is South Dakota's premier professional haunted attraction. Over 12,000 square feet of pure terror set in the Old West based on the short story THE LEGEND OF ORNIAS GOODNIGHT by published horror writer Adrian Ludens.
Fort Fear's hours of operation October 15-18 and October 21-November 1, doors open at 7:00 pm (Last group through at 10:00 pm Sundays-Thursdays, Midnight Fridays-Saturdays).
Admission for Fort Fear is $13.00 for all ages, $1.00 off with a canned donation for the Rapid City Food Bank (1 per patron per night). Fort Fear is NOT recommended for children 12 and under. Children 12 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult over 18.
Fort Fear is located at 8971 South Highway 16, South of Rapid City on Highway 16 next door to Reptile Gardens.
For more information, call 605-342-1905, email info@fortfear.com, or CLICK HERE to visit the Fort Fear website.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 (00:12:05)
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Old Candles And Crayons Needed
The Northern Hills Training Center in Spearfish is collecting old candles and crayons. The wax is used by the Harvard Program to make fire igniters.
Candles and crayons can be dropped off at:
The Northern Hills Training Center located at 625 Harvard Street in Spearfish or The Northern Hills Training Center’s Chili Feed, scheduled for Tuesday, October 20 at the Spearfish Park Pavilion.
The fire igniters are on sale 3 for $5.00.
For more information, contact Ryan at 642-2785, extension 237.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Friday, October 09, 2009 (19:50:30)
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BHSU Announces Record Enrollment
By Black Hills State Communications
Enrollment at Black Hills State University reached an all-time record high with 4,076 students enrolled for the fall 2009 semester. The enrollment increase breaks the previous record set nine years ago and solidly maintains BHSU's status as the third largest university in South Dakota.
"Black Hills State University now has the largest enrollment ever recorded in our 126-year history," BHSU President Kay Schallenkamp says. "The continuing growth at Black Hills State University is a reflection of our high-quality academic programs and the dedication and commitment of our faculty and staff members to creating in innovative dynamic learning community. I'm proud of the University's ability to respond to the higher education needs of the state and the greater Black Hills region."
Schallenkamp notes that it's significant that the enrollment increase is consistent for all types of students including freshmen, transfers, graduate students, as well as the students taking courses in Rapid City and online. BHSU has students enrolled from across the state (64 of the 66 South Dakota counties) and 43 states as well as 16 foreign countries.
Beth Azevedo, director of admissions at BHSU, says the enrollment increase is a reflection of the exceptional reputation the University has gained across the state, the nation, and internationally.
"This year Black Hills State University has an increase of more than three percent in our freshmen class. That's a considerable rise at a time when the state and region continues to experience a decrease in the number of high school graduates due to a declining population," Azevedo says. "An increasing number of high school students choose Black Hills State because they recognize the dynamic l learning community and the incredible success of our graduates."
Over the last five years, BHSU has seen a 75 percent increase in graduate enrollments. BHSU offers master's degrees in education, integrative genomics, and strategic leadership and is making plans to launch an MBA next fall. As a part of the overall increase, the number of students taking BHSU classes in Rapid City continues to grow. This fall BHSU has more than 1,100 students attending classes more than 130 classes in Rapid City. To accommodate the higher education needs in the state's second largest city and the surrounding region, Rapid City will be the site of a collaborative educational facility, University Center - Black Hills, which will provide a single site for classes offered by all six state universities. The center will provide students with a central location that emphasizes convenience, flexibility in scheduling, access, and one-stop services. Construction is expected to begin on the building this fall.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Saturday, October 03, 2009 (00:39:46)
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Knology Launches Video On Demand to Black Hills Customers
Knology of Rapid City is excited to announce the launch of Video On Demand (VOD) to customers in the Black Hills area this week. Customers who have Knology digital TV services now have access to VOD.
"We promised our customers that we'd bring them Knology Video On Demand, and after several months of employee testing to ensure a smooth roll out, we're very excited to launch this product," said Steve Schirber, general manager of Knology of Rapid City. "It's a very user-friendly system which includes an easy to understand tutorial on how to access and use VOD."
Knology's VOD system streams content through a digital set-top box for viewing in real time. In addition to being able to select the VOD programming they're interested in, the system allows viewers a number of functions on their remote control, including the ability to pause, fast-forward, rewind, stop and replay their favorite programs at any time. Additional programming includes an expansive library of free and subscription VOD content featuring movies, children's programs, television programs and much more.
There is no charge for Knology subscribers to have VOD - all Knology subscribers who have digital cable and have a digital set-top box have access to the system. There is a great deal of programming available to Black Hills Knology VOD customers:
* Free On Demand programming that is free with a digital cable subscription.
* Subscription On Demand programming, which gives customers their favorite premium and specialty programs anytime for one low monthly price.
* Movies On Demand, which gives customers the ability to order and watch movies with their remote control. Knology has hundreds of new releases and classics in its video library starting at $2.99.
"We're really proud to have VOD for our Black Hills subscribers," said Schirber. "We've also added over 30 new HD channels, as well as more basic and digital channels. We have a lot of new programming and services available to our customers."
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Thursday, September 24, 2009 (18:09:59)
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BHSU Swarm King And Queen Candidates
The homecoming celebration will begin Monday, Sept. 14 with activities daily for students. Coronation will take place on Thursday, Sept. 17 at 7:00 p.m. in the Jacket Legacy room inside the Student Union. Various programs at BHSU are sponsoring exciting events throughout the week ultimately concluding on Saturday Sept. 19 at Lyle Hare Stadium where this year's Swarm Day game will take place.
This year's homecoming theme is "Starring Sting" with the Yellow Jacket (Sting, the mascot) in the lead role of favorite movies.
The homecoming king candidates are Phil Braun, senior theatre and mass communication from Gregory; Alex Hanson, senior professional accountancy major from Aberdeen; Steven Doyle, senior business management major, from Rapid City; Joshua Wood senior physical education major from Manitou Springs, Colo.; Dylan Wince, senior social science and history education major from Rapid City.
This year's candidates for the title of queen Kimberly Ulmen, senior music education from Kadoka; Ashley Uthe, senior elementary education major from Presho; Ashton VandenHoek, senior vocal music education major from Grand Rapids, Mich.; Morgan Casey, senior elementary education, early childhood special education, and K-12 special education major from Yankton; Kayla Schuring, senior elementary education major from Groton.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Friday, September 11, 2009 (22:36:18)
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Free Screening For Children
The Lead Deadwood School District is offering free screening for children birth to five years old on Tuesday, September 1st from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm. Screening sessions will include development, speech, vision, and hearing at the Deadwood Elementary building at 716 Main Street. To make an appointment, call 717-3884. There will be more screenings offered during the year. Drop ins are welcome as well for the free child screening.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Saturday, August 22, 2009 (00:20:55)
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BHSU Summer Theatre Program
Black Hills State University will open the doors on it's summer theatre program beginning on July 9.
The Black Hills State Players which includes a cast of current BHSU students and alumni will perform three shows this year. All productions will be held in the historic Woodburn Hall Theatre on the BHSU campus, which now has elevator access.
This summer's productions include: Agatha Christie's murder mystery, The Mousetrap. Performances will be July 9, 10, and 11 at 7:30 pm and July 12 at 2:30 pm.
Prices are $12 for general admission. Family and group rates are available on request.
For more information about group rates or to learn more about the summer theatre program, call 642-6171.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Thursday, July 09, 2009 (00:20:36)
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Regional Health Identification Policy
In the interest of identity theft prevention, patients at all Regional Health facilities (including Lead-Deadwood Regional Hospital and Medical Clinic) will now be asked to show a photo I.D. when checking in at the admissions desk.
Accepted forms of identification include:
o Driver's license
o Passport
o Other government-issued I.D.
If the patient does not have an acceptable photo I.D. The policy states that the patient must present two forms of nonphoto I.D. such as utility bill, cell phone bill or library card.
If a patient has none of the forms of I.D., he or she is asked to bring a birth certificate or a utility bill with current address. When the patient is a minor, the parent or guardian must show I.D.
The Federal Trade Commission requires all health care facilities to implement an identity theft program by Aug. 1, 2009. While identity theft has not been a problem at Regional Health facilities, the FTC reports that in 2007, it received more than 800,000 reports of consumer fraud and identity theft in all realms of business.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 (20:39:43)
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Work Begins On World's Deepest Underground Lab
Far below the Black Hills of South Dakota, crews are building the world's deepest underground science lab at a depth equivalent to more than six Empire State buildings — a place uniquely suited to scientists' quest for mysterious particles known as dark matter.
Scientists, politicians and other officials gathered Monday for a groundbreaking of sorts at a lab 4,850 foot below the surface of an old gold mine that was once the site of Nobel Prize-winning physics research.
The site is ideal for experiments because its location is largely shielded from cosmic rays that could interfere with efforts to prove the existence of dark matter, which is thought to make up nearly a quarter of the mass of the universe.
The deepest reaches of the mine plunge to 8,000 feet below the surface. Some early geology and hydrology experiments are already under way at 4,850 feet. Researchers also hope to build two deeper labs that are still awaiting funding from Congress.
"The fact that we're going to be in the Davis Cavern just tickles us pink," said Tom Shutt of Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, referring to a portion of the mine named after scientist Ray Davis Jr., who used it in the 1960s to demonstrate the existence of particles called solar neutrinos.
Davis and a colleague named John Bahcall won a share of the 2002 Nobel Prize for physics for their work.
The old Homestake Gold Mine in a community called Lead was shut down in 2001 after 125 years. Pumps that kept the mine dry were turned off years ago, so workers have been drying it out to prepare for the new research.
Before the labs are built, crews must also stabilize the tunnels and install new infrastructure. The lab at 4,850 feet is not much to look at yet. A rusty orange film covers the walls, floors, ceilings and debris left behind by miners.
The first dark matter experiment will be the Large Underground Xenon detector experiment — or LUX — a project to detect weakly interacting particles that could give scientists greater insight into the Big Bang explosion believed to have formed the universe.
Shutt, along with Brown University's Rick Gaitskell and nearly a dozen collaborators will work at the site to search for dark matter, which does not emit detectable light or radiation. But scientists say its presence can be inferred from gravitational effects on visible matter.
Scientists believe most of the dark matter in the universe contains no atoms and does not interact with ordinary matter through electromagnetic forces. They are trying to discover exactly what it is, how much exists and what effect it may have on the future of the universe.
Physicists have said that without dark matter, galaxies might never have formed. By learning more about dark matter, they hope to understand better whether the universe is expanding or contracting.
The research team will try to catch the ghostly particles in a 300-kilogram tank of liquid xenon, a cold substance that is three times heavier than water. If they tried to detect dark matter above ground, the highly sensitive detector would be bombarded by cosmic radiation.
Scientists hope to start construction on the two deepest labs by 2012 and open them by 2016. The projects are expected to cost $550 million.
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Posted by A-Ryan
on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 (20:58:10)
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