C.J. Keene
ReporterC.J. Keene is a Rapid City-based journalist covering the legal system, education, and culture. Originally from Omaha, C.J. studied journalism, media, and film studies at Doane University in Crete, Nebraska.
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If passed, the governor’s budget calls for a reduction of millions of dollars to the state university system. -
A Huron schoolteacher is on unpaid administrative leave and is facing charges after allegedly sending improper messages to a teen. -
While a light flu season so far, health officials say this serves as an important reminder of getting your flu shot. -
The North Dakota State Historical Society has obtained a collection of original lithographs depicting life among indigenous peoples of the Dakotas. -
The child care industry faces multiple challenges as the state heads toward a new legislative session. Advocates say now is a great opportunity for lawmakers to stabilize and support the business model providers. -
Rapid City Area Schools have received a million-dollar grant to bolster local school safety. The money, and the associated changes, will be distributed over the next three school years. -
The proposal of so-called “education savings accounts” in the governor’s budget has left a sour taste in some mouths in the education community. -
The governors’ proposed budget has the attention of state lawmakers, but also those included in the “big three” – state employees, healthcare workers, and educators. In this group, many are left with questions as the legislative session approaches. -
Gov. Kristi Noem wants to make temporary tax cuts permanent while fully funding a proposed men’s prison facility outside of Sioux Falls. -
Augustana University in Sioux Falls has established a new master's-level program in social work to begin in Fall 2025.
