Gary D. Schmidt's latest book tasks a middle school boy with the impossible feats of a Greek hero. Will he complete them? And will he get a passing grade?

For the first time this year, officials are confirming anthrax was discovered in a South Dakota cattle herd.

The South Dakota Interim Rules Review Committee met to review proposed rules from various state departments – including changes to speed limits in some areas. Most of the department requests were small changes that were quickly voted through by the committee.

Henry Cole has provided the pictures and words for several books in the children's section of the library. "Forever Home" is his latest work.

One particular barren hillside in Rapid City is more than just an unhealthy oddity in the Black Hills. Its erosion runoff could be a problem for Rapid Creek.