C.J. Keene
ReporterC.J. Keene is a Rapid City-based journalist covering education, healthcare, arts and culture. Originally from Omaha, C.J. studied journalism, media, and film studies at Doane University in Crete, Nebraska.
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The three events include two writing workshops and a read-aloud poetry slam. -
The task force was mandated by law two years ago, and many of the 35 recommendations are still being worked towards.
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At a campaign event in Rapid City Gov. Kristi Noem took a cue from state Democrats promising to repeal the states 4.5% grocery tax. It's a position state Democrats have long advocated.
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Noting dwindling student interest in standardized tests like the ACT or SAT, Northern State's new WolfPact Unleashed scholarship will not require a standardized testing score beginning in 2023.
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The chapter has the support of the Oglala Sioux Tribe, which held a recent signing ceremony. The organization hopes to support 16 mentorships for kids in elementary grades through high school.
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Aberdeen saw the first of four hearings over proposed content standards for South Dakota K-12 schools. The next three will be held between now and next March in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, and Pierre.
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The Biden-Harris Administration shared state-by-state data for their student debt relief plan, which would provide as much as $20,000 of relief to some borrowers.
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The state university system says enrollment is up at most schools, and says they plan to attempt the hold tuition steady once again.
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Derecho winds and a tornado struck the community in May, causing extensive damage to the community elementary school. With a new school year starting, adaptations are being made.
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With renewables expected to represent more of the power grid in coming decades, students and faculty at Mines are looking at how they can get the most out of solar panels.
