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CP Air Ends Service to Pierre and Watertown

Both communities of Watertown and Pierre currently have no scheduled air service, and there is no information indicating that it will resume. Read on...
AIR SERVICE SELECTION PROCESS EXPEDITED

Today, the Cities of Pierre and Watertown were informed by the U.S. Dept. of Transportation (USDOT) that it’s expediting the process to find the two cities a new air carrier. Read on...
FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONDS TO CO CALL

The Pierre Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a potential air quality issue inside an office building at approximately 11:08 AM on January 18, 2019. Read on...
RAWLINS LIBRARY PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE

Whether you’re just learning to read, want to advocate for the library or received a new device from Santa, Rawlins Public Library has something for you next week. Read on...
Live Christmas Tree Test Burn

Schedule has changed because of weather conditions. The Fire Department will be at the Pierre Solid Waste facility at 2800 East Park Street : Friday, December 28 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Saturday, December 29 from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Read on...
COMMISSION CONSIDERS ORDINANCE CHANGE FOR TRANSPORTATION COMPANIES

The Pierre City Commission is considering changes to the City’s licensing practices for transportation companies. Read on...
CITY AND COUNTY PARTNER ON NEW ALERT SYSTEM

Thanks to a partnership between the City of Pierre and the Hughes County Emergency Management Office, there’s a new way to receive emergency notifications. Read on...
IMPROVEMENTS COMING TO HILLSVIEW: Season Passes Available Now

Tipton says that a number of improvements are already teed up for this coming spring including new tee markers, improved cart paths, fairway bunker renovations and improvements to the Hole 8 pond. Read on...
BULLYING TASK FORCE TRANSITIONED TO VOLUNTEER GROUP

The Pierre – Fort Pierre Bullying Prevention Task Force is coming to a close, but its work will continue. Read on...
COMMISSION APPROVES BOYS & GIRLS CLUB MOU

In February, the Pierre City Commission agreed to partner with the local Boys and Girls Club to remodel the existing facility. Tonight, the City Commission put its commitment to the remodel in writing. Read on...
COMMISSION ADOPTS SEVERAL ORDINANCE CHANGES

Tonight, the Pierre City Commission adopted several ordinance changes. One adjusts your utility rates. The others set new standards for sidewalk and driveway construction. Read on...
COMMISSION CONSIDERS LOWERING ELECTRIC RATES

Next week, the Pierre City Commission will decide if it will lower City electric rates. The proposal was made during tonight’s City Commission Meeting following a utility rate analysis provided by Missouri River Energy Services. Read on...
BUFFALO STREET SEWER REPLACEMENT: STREET CLOSURE PLANNED

The City of Pierre is using new technology to replace the sewer line that runs under Buffalo Street. Read on...
COMMISSION CONSIDERING THREE ORDINANCE CHANGES

The Pierre City Commission is considering three separate ordinance changes. One of the changes being considered allows for wider driveways. The other two under consideration would establish construction requirements for both driveways and sidewalks. Read on...
HALLOWEEN PROGRAM PLANNED AT LIBRARY

Halloween is getting an early start at Rawlins Municipal Library this year. The Library is hosting a Halloween party for kids on Wednesday, Oct. 24. Read on...
SCHRUPP RECOGNIZED BY SOUTH DAKOTA LIBRARY ASSOCIATION

Rawlins Library Director, Robin Schrupp, was recently recognized by the South Dakota Library Association for going the extra mile to increase her knowledge of library operations and improve library services in Pierre. Read on...
UNDERWATER PUMPKIN PATCH

Kids can harvest their own pumpkins this month at the Pierre Aquatics Center. Read on...
FALL SEASONED CITIZEN PROGRAMS ANNOUNCED

The Pierre Recreation Department’s Seasoned Citizen fall programs begin next week. The Seasoned Citizen program provides options for Pierre’s senior citizens to stay physically, mentally and socially active throughout the year. Read on...
PAVING OPERATIONS PLANNED: EXPECT TRAFFIC DISRUPTIONS

Harrison Avenue and Abbey Road will experience brief traffic disruptions later this week while Morris, Inc. works to repave a portion each street. Read on...
EUCLID AVENUE TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS

The restrictions currently in place at the Euclid and Broadway intersection and along the 700 block of North Euclid will be lifted by Tuesday morning. Read on...
PIERRE CITY COMMISSION PASSES BUDGET

Tonight, the Pierre City Commission passed the City’s 2019 budget. The budget is balanced at $53.2 million. Read on...
COMMUNITY ORCHARD TOUR AND OPEN HOUSE

Next week, the Pierre community will get its first chance to take a tour of Pierre’s new Community Orchard. Read on...
EUCLID AVENUE TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS

Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 18, traffic will be restricted at several Euclid Avenue intersections to accommodate sanitary sewer manhole rehabilitation. Read on...
POLITICAL SIGN ORDINANCE REMINDER

The Pierre City Commission is reminding those involved in political campaigns that Pierre has a political sign ordinance. Read on...
No Deer Harvest in 2018

Pierre’s Deer Management Task Force has determined there’s no need for a deer harvest in city limits this year. Read on...
LIBRARY RESUMES SUPER SENIOR DAYS THIS FALL

Rawlins Municipal Library will resume its Super Senior programming this fall with a Recipe Swap, a Medicare Information Session, and a Craft Showcase. Read on...
CITY PILOTS NEW TECHNOLOGY FOR WATER TREATMENT FACILITY

Before committing to the best technology to use in Pierre’s planned water treatment facility, the City will test out the options. Read on...
Pierre Pool Closed for Season

The Pierre outdoor pool will not open today and will stay closed for the remainder of the season. Read on...
MOVIES IN THE PARK: PADDINGTON 2

Grab your lawn chairs and head to the Steamboat Park Amphitheater for this summer’s final night of Movies in the Park. Read on...
KICKBALL LEAGUE: ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING SCHEDULED

The organization meeting for Pierre’s Adult Kickball League is set for Thursday, Aug. 23. The meeting will start at 5:30 p.m. at the YMCA Multipurpose room. Read on...
FOURTH STREET CLOSURE CHANGE

To realize efficiencies and better preserve infrastructure, the street closures previously planned for the remainder of this week are changing slightly. Read on...
MOVIES IN THE PARK: COOL RUNNINGS

The movie about a Jamaican bobsled team will start at approximately 9:15 p.m. on Thursday at the Steamboat Park Amphitheater. Read on...
LIBRARY HOSTS USED BOOK SALE

Rawlins Municipal Library is hosting a used book sale Aug. 4 – Aug. 10 in the South Dakota Room at the Library. Read on...
STREET CLOSURES PLANNED

Weather permitting, next week several street closures are planned to accommodate street paving operations. Read on...
MOVIES IN THE PARK: THE LION KING

The second installment of The Movies in the Park summer program is this Thursday at Steamboat Park. Read on...
Pierre City Commission Meeting Cancelled

Tonight’s Pierre City Commission meeting is cancelled because a quorum of Commissioners isn’t available. Read on...
REDUCED WATER PRESSURE TOMORROW

People living and working in the Flag Mountain neighborhood and along Skyline Drive will experience reduced water pressure tomorrow morning. The disruption in service is expected between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. Read on...
JUGGLING ACT COMES TO PIERRE FRIDAY

Juggling and unicycling are just a few of the tricks The Hansons will be showing off for Rawlins Library patrons this week. They'll present their interactive family-friendly show at the YMCA Gym at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 20. Read on...
Movies in the Park Start Thursday

Movies in the Park start this Thursday at the Steamboat Park Amphitheater with The Tigger Movie. Read on...
PIERRE CITY HALL MOVING TO NEW LOCATION

On July 30, Pierre City Hall will move to its new location at 2301 Patron Parkway. Read on...
BULLYING TASK FORCE READIES FOR TRANSITION

The Task Force will sunset in October. Read on...
COMMISSION PASSES WATER RATE ORDINANCE

The Pierre City Commission adopted a water rate increase to help pay for the voter-approved water treatment facility project the City will begin building in 2020. Read on...
Free Puppet Show Coming to Library

The Pierre Public Library is kicking off the second half of its summer reading program with a free puppet show this week. Read on...
KAYAKERS PULLED THROUGH CULVERT: FIRE CHIEF WARNS OF DANGERS

A weekend incident serves as a reminder to be cautious on the Missouri River. Read on...
CITY COMMISSIONERS RECEIVE NEW ASSIGNMENTS

Beginning July 1, three out of the five members of the Pierre City Commission will have different oversight duties. Read on...
Commission Passes Ordinance Change, Reviews Another

Two weeks ago, the Pierre City Commission was presented with suggestions for changing the City’s landscape and zoning ordinances. Tonight, they adopted those changes, and considered an ordinance amendment regarding water rates. Read on...
Walk with Ease Next Week

The Pierre Recreation Department kicks off its Walk with Ease exercise program next week. Read on...
Harrison Avenue: Construction Update

Weather permitting, the new asphalt on Harrison Avenue, between North Tyler Avenue and Sunset Drive, will be sand sealed tomorrow. Read on...
Wednesday: No Parking on Harrison Avenue

To accommodate curb-to-curb paving, no parking will be allowed on Harrison Avenue between North Tyler Avenue and Sunset Drive. Construction is expected to be complete by 5 p.m. at which time the street will reopen to traffic. Read on...
Water Exercise Classes Start Tomorrow

Water exercise classes at Pierre’s outdoor pool start this week. Read on...
Tuesday: No Parking on Harrison Avenue

Weather permitting, construction work on Harrison Avenue continues Tuesday morning with paving operations. Read on...
Street Construction Update

The first phase of construction on Governors Drive is complete; the street will open to traffic late this afternoon. Read on...
Pierre to Build Water Treatment Facility

The City of Pierre has received its marching orders from Pierre voters; a water treatment facility will be built. Read on...
Commission Considers Landscape and Zoning Changes

The Pierre City Commission is considering two ordinance changes. One relaxes the City’s current landscaping ordinance. The other requires that lots for new construction have public street access without crossing private property. Read on...
Pierre Outdoor Pool Opens Today

The Pierre Outdoor Pool opens for the season today at 1pm. Read on...
Pierre Municipal Utilities Receives National Recognition

The Association’s data shows that Pierre’s electrical power is reliable 99.99% of the time. Read on...
ADI Receives Air Service Contract

Aerodynamics, Inc. (ADI), will continue to provide Pierre Regional Airport’s scheduled commercial air service. The USDOT announced today that it has renewed ADI’s contract to provide Essential Air Service to Pierre. The contract runs through July 2020. Read on...
Fire Prevention Ordinance Passed

Tonight the Pierre City Commission passed a new ordinance to improve fire prevention in Pierre. The ordinance addresses outdoor fire places, fire pits and open burning. Read on...
Harrison Avenue, Governors Drive Remain Closed

Due to adverse weather conditions and unforeseen site conditions, Harrison Avenue between Taylor Avenue and Summit Avenue remains closed, as does a portion of Governors Drive. Read on...
Harrison Avenue Closed to Through Traffic

Motorists are reminded that Harrison Avenue between Taylor Avenue and Summit Avenue is closed. Read on...
Scam Targeting Pierre Utility Customers

The Pierre Police Department has been alerted to a scam that is targeting City of Pierre utility customers. Read on...
DENR RECOGNIZES CITY OF PIERRE FOR DRINKING WATER COMPLIANCE

The South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) announced that the City of Pierre public water system and the system's operation specialist have been awarded a Drinking Water Certificate of Achievement Award. Read on...
Intersection Closure: Harrison and Church

Weather permitting, the intersection of Harrison Avenue and Church Street will close before 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 8 for water main and street work. Read on...
City Expands Utility Payment Options

People who prefer to pay their City of Pierre utility bill by phone can now pay it any day of the week, at any time of the day. Read on...
Governors Drive Closure

Weather permitting, Governors Drive between Fourth Street and Church Street will close around 6 a.m. on Monday, May 7 for street resurfacing. Read on...
Rawlins Board to Establish Friends of Library Group

The Rawlins Library Board of Trustees has unanimously passed a resolution to encourage the establishment of a Friends of the Library group in the community. Read on...
Minneapolis Flight Option Withdrawn, City Recommends Status Quo

Pierre’s current commercial air service provider, ADI, withdrew its proposal to provide daily flights between Minneapolis and Pierre. Lack of gate space at the Minneapolis airport is to blame. Read on...
Arbor Day Celebrated with Planting, National Designation, Seminar

n honor of Arbor Day, the City of Pierre is partnering with a local Girl Scout troop to establish a community orchard. The orchard will feature fruit trees and be located on city-owned land at 1201 E. Sully Avenue. Read on...
Water Treatment Plant Proposal: Third Informational Meeting Scheduled

The City of Pierre will host its third public informational meeting about a proposed Water Treatment Plant at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, May 21. The meeting will be held at River Cities Transit, 1600 East Dakota Avenue. Read on...
Harrison Avenue Closure Continues

Weather permitting, Harrison Avenue between North Tyler Avenue and Hilltop Drive will remain closed until Friday, May 11, while water main replacement work continues. Read on...
Partnership Eliminates Nuisance Property

The Pierre City Commission has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Hughes County Commission to accept a piece of property located at 412 S. Brule Street in Pierre. Read on...
Hillsview Set to Open Sunday

Hillsview Golf Course will open for the season on Sunday, April 22. The Driving range will open on Saturday, April 21. Read on...
Harrison Avenue Closure

Weather permitting, Harrison Avenue between North Tyler Avenue and Hilltop Drive will close after 8 a.m. on Monday, April 23, for water main replacement. Read on...
Intersection Closure: Park and Buchanan

Weather permitting, the intersection of Park Street and Buchanan Avenue will close shortly after 8 a.m. on Monday, April 23, for storm sewer repair work. The intersection is expected to remain closed until the evening of Friday, April 27. Read on...
Political Sign Ordinance Reminder

The Pierre City Commission is reminding those involved in political campaigns that Pierre has a political sign ordinance. The full political sign ordinance, Section 12-14-110, is available at cityofpierre.org. Read on...
Pierre City Offices Closing at Noon

Non-essential Pierre City Offices will close Friday, April 13, at 12 p.m. because of the impending storm. Read on...
Fire Department Responds to House Fire

The Pierre Fire Department was dispatched to a report of a structure fire at approximately 9:40 pm April 11, 2018. When firefighters arrived at 310 South Monroe, they noted fire blowing through the roof of the structure. Read on...
Griffin Park to Get Storm Shelter

By the end of this year, Griffin Park will have a storm shelter. The $600,000 structure which will also feature a community room is thanks to a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the South Dakota Office of Emergency Management. Read on...
City Recommends ADI for Air Service Contract

If the Pierre City Commission gets its way, ADI will continue to provide Pierre with commercial air service. Read on...
New Summer Rec Registration Program Launched: Registration Opens April 23

Registration for summer recreation programs starts soon, and it just got a whole lot easier. Read on...
Go Green and Clean: Spring Cleanup Begins

Pierre’s citywide spring cleanup kicks off tomorrow at LaBarge Park. Tuesday evening, members of the Capital City Bicycle Club will clear litter and debris from LaBarge Park. Their efforts are part of Pierre’s annual Go Green and Clean campaign. Read on...
Intersection Closure: Park and Buchanan

Weather permitting, the intersection of Park Street and Buchanan Avenue will close shortly after 8 a.m. on Tuesday, April 10, for storm sewer repair work. The intersection is expected to remain closed until the evening of Thursday, April 12. Read on...
2017 Drinking Water Report Results: Water Treatment Plant Project Meeting Scheduled

Pierre’s drinking water meets Federal and State drinking water safety standards. Read on...
Read with a Cop

Local law enforcement officers will be armed with books next week. The Pierre Police Department and the South Dakota Highway Patrol are partnering with Rawlins Municipal Library for the Read with a Cop program. Read on...
Go Green and Clean Campaign Looking for Volunteers

Looking for an opportunity to give back to your community? Join the Go Green and Clean campaign committee. Read on...
Steamboat Trail Closed for Rehabilitation

The portion of Pierre’s walking path that stretches along the waterfront from the Missouri River car bridge to Poplar Avenue is closed for rehabilitation. Read on...
Underwater Easter Egg Hunt

No need to wait for the Easter Bunny. Area kids can find their own eggs at the Pierre Aquatics Center this weekend. Read on...
Jones Named Pierre Police Chief

Jason Jones is Pierre's new Police Chief. He will officially assume the role on Friday, March 16. Jones has been a member of the Pierre Police force for 17 years and currently serves as the Department's Administrative Captain. Read on...
Super Senior Day Set for March 26

Dr. Thomas Huber will talk family medicine at Rawlins Municipal Library on Monday, March 26. Dr. Huber is part of the Library’s ongoing Super Senior programming. Read on...
Water Treatment Plant Proposal: First Informational Meeting Scheduled

People who have questions about a proposal to build a drinking water treatment plant in Pierre can get answers on Monday, March 19. That’s when the City of Pierre will hold its first of three informational meetings about the proposed project. Read on...
Library Offers Access to Online Courses

Whether you’re looking for college-level, professional development, or personal enrichment courses, you can find them for free at Rawlins Municipal Library. Read on...
Water Study Recommends $35 Million Treatment Plant

The Pierre City Commission learned tonight that if the community wants a water treatment plant, it will cost about $35 million to build, operate, and maintain one. Read on...
City Rolls out Summer Project List

The City of Pierre will invest more than $2.2 million this summer to improve its streets. It’ll also upgrade two portions of its extensive trail system and replace more than 20 blocks of water main, storm sewer and sanitary sewer. Read on...
Commission Appoints Municipal Outdoor Pool Committee

Tonight, the Pierre City Commission appointed nine members to the Municipal Outdoor Pool Committee. The volunteer group will work together to develop a conceptual design for a new outdoor pool in Pierre. Read on...
Bullying Task Force Update

Issuing a student survey, developing Public Service Announcements, and establishing a pilot program to help diffuse student conflict are all steps the Mayors’ Bullying Task Force has taken in the last six months. Read on...
Library Receives Award of Excellence

Rawlins Municipal Library and its Board of Trustees received an Award of Excellence from the South Dakota State Library at Library Legislative Day today at the State Capitol. The Library received the award for achieving Exemplary Level Accreditation. Read on...
Commission Pushes Two Projects Forward

Tonight, at their regularly scheduled meeting, the Pierre City Commission committed to helping the Boys and Girls Club of the Capital Area remodel its existing facility. The Commission also committed to the next step to replace Pierre’s outdoor pool. Read on...
Commission Awards Three Contracts for New City Hall

Tuesday evening, the Pierre City Commission awarded Sharpe Enterprises of Pierre with the remodeling contract for the new City Hall. Read on...
New Snow Removal Option Good for Motorists, Environment

The City of Pierre has added brine to its snow removal arsenal. The solution, made of rock salt and water, is applied to roads prior to storms. When conditions are right, the brine prevents ice and snow from bonding with the pavement. Read on...

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