Keith Grant
Multi-Media Journalist
Rapid City, SD
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Keith Grant joined KOTA Territory News and KEVN Black Hills Fox News as a multi-media journalist in April 2022.
South Dakota through and through, Keith was born and raised in the small Black Hills town of Whitewood.
After graduating from Sturgis Brown, he attended the University of South Dakota where he studied marketing and communications. Before his time as a reporter, he had a short stint as a marketing coordinator.
Keith has a passion for celebrating the arts and culture of the Black Hills area.
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Three years ago, Selwyn Jones, George Floyd's uncle, was in Rapid City when he learned of Floyd's murder.
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Parks and Recreation has eight proposed projects, totaling $2.1 million. However, the department is prioritizing irrigation and athletic facility renovations.
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Bowen’s patients say they feel the full effects of allergies around June 1. So, start taking allergy medication now!
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In November 2022, Scotty Old Horse pleaded not guilty to voluntary manslaughter, on Wednesday he changed his plea to guilty.
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Hera, a Hera Terrier, Pitbull/Mix, will be the perfect outdoor partner-always sticking by your side.
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There are four changes Early Learner South Dakota is opposing, that they say weaken the safety of children.
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The family of Arnoson says they felt some sort of justice when Thorson was sentenced to effectively 55 years.
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The new state-of-the-art fire truck replaces a 23-year-old fire engine that experienced mechanical issues constantly.
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Bellamy loves toys, but really anything new will keep her curiosity peaked for hours.
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Johnson: Biden’s refusal to meet with McCarthy is “failure of leadership.”
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Lorane Coffin is number 9 of 12 siblings that grew up on a ranch near Mobridge, South Dakota.
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"Victims don't really have representation." Law enforcement aims to make crime victim-centered, to make people feel more comfortable reporting crime.
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Teachers at Vandenberg Elementary handed out bagels to show support for the nearly 40% of students with at least one parent in the military.
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Rather than solving an issue with school administration, school resource officers step in. NDN Collective says since SROs are involved the consequences are more severe.
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People at the Day of Excellence use the time to re-energize before the busy summer season.
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"Urban sprawl" causes American cities to go bankrupt, because maintaining city services, like sewer and garbage is costly.
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Ten public access AED towers will be installed throughout Spearfish, giving people who suffer from cardiac arrest a better chance at survival.
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Working with the South Dakota Mines and military experts, the Black Hills Defense and Industry Symposium gives insight into what is happening in western South Dakota.
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For the entire Black Hills region roughly 12 people called the Black Hills home per day at the same time.
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The lawyer representing Niklaus Houchin sat in front of the judge for minutes today, only requesting another status hearing.
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Businesses, organizations, individuals pay $6,500 of student lunch debt in the Meade School District
This year nearly $6,500 has been donated to pay off school lunch debt at the Meade School District. However, the district says they still see $5,000 of lunch debt.
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Western Dakota Technical College offers over $1 million in scholarships available for students. The college hopes the combination of scholarships and finding affordable housing the college will begin to help ease the worker shortage South Dakota is experiencing.
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On March 13, the Smithsonian traveling exhibit "Crossroads: Changes in Rural America," will stop at the Sturgis Public Library.
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On March 22 Spearfish residents may find some good news, they are out of the floodplain. Meanwhile, some may find themselves adding flood insurance to their monthly budget.
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Campbell County and the state of Wyoming tread lightly to determine what to supplement coal revenue with. Right now, some suggest carbon could be the state's next claim to fame.
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Wyoming’s education system: a success story with leaders treading lightly to maintain the prosperity
Spending nearly $5,000 per student more than the national average, Wyoming's education is the "Best in the West." While coal lease bonuses have dissolved leaders believe they will continue the premiere education program.
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Gillette, Wyo., has coined itself the "Energy Capitol of the Nation," bringing coal to 26 other states. Coal production slumbers as the nation looks to diversify its energy source.
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While just a drop in the bucket, Early Learner South Dakota says cutting property taxes for childcare centers would be an added incentive to opening a child care facility.
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Childcare providers will have their chance at $12.5 million and Early Learner South Dakota says they will most likely see the biggest impact in rural areas.
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Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo Board Members, elected officials, and volunteers were all in attendance to cut the ribbon, signifying the start of Rapid City's premier agriculture event.
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George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and J.F.K. need some warm winter clothes. Right now, only a handful of presidents are covered in scarves or hats.
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A $20 million grant would go a long way in paying for Rapid City Regional Airport renovations.
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Defense claims it was a mistake that a teen shot and killed another person while playing Russian Roulette.
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After a fire in 1984 burnt the iconic Homestake Opera House in Lead, the community rallied together to refurbish the building. After nearly 40 years the opera house is close to moving to the second act.
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WaziHanska, with Teach for America and the Aunties Sewing Squad, is tackling the desperate need to remain warm during the winter with space heaters.
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Jordan Stevens of Rapid City says Pops became the highlight of his life in 2017, searching high and low to add to his collections.
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Senator John Thune (R) says during his fourth term as a US Senator he plans on using his leadership and seniority to ensure South Dakota has a place at the table.
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The 25th Annual Black Hills Regional Job Fair is accepting applications for booths from businesses and organizations. An organizer of the event said in 2022 nearly 1,000 people talked with potential employers.
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Two weeks running, emergency crews have been busy trying to keep roads open and rescue stranded travelers.
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With last week's winter storm and now brutal cold, people across western South Dakota are feeling winter's presence. The people on Pine Ridge Reservation are doing their best with the circumstances.
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The Rapid City Solid Waste Division says they use a term called "wish-cycling", where people aren't sure if it can be recycled and throw it all in the recycling bin.
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This week the 'Pet of the Week' is Tinsley, the perfect running mate for an active person. Plus, she even likes playing in the snow.
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Keeping your furry friend safe and healthy during extreme windchill takes a quick process.
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Keeping a natural gas meter and vent clear during a winter storm is important for eliminating carbon monoxide and keeping the furnace running properly.
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Domico Rodriguez, the current President & CEO of Main Street Square, begins his new duties as the executive director of the Rapid City Sports Commission on February 1.
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The trio of hamsters knows a fun game of hide-and-cheek, where they always know where their food is.
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The exit 37 project is a full bridge reconstruction, plus a new weigh station will be built. Last week the project finished replacing culverts that run underneath the interstate.
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The Spearfish Optimists Club creates a magical experience for the holiday season, with bright lights, Santa Claus, and holiday music all from your car.
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Cutting the family Christmas tree is a long-standing tradition that actually helps the forest.
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Construction on a Rapid City apartment building was halted Thursday morning when a fire broke out.
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