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Pennington County Drug Court to Hold Graduation Ceremony
The Pennington County Drug Court graduation is an important part in a participant’s journey to building a life of responsibility and accountability.
Pennington County Mental Health Court’s Two Newest Graduates
Pennington County Mental Health Court held a graduation celebration Tuesday, July 9, to honor two of the program’s newest graduates.
Pennington County Mental Health Court to Hold Graduation
Pennington County Mental Health Court will hold a graduation celebration on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at 3 p.m. MDT in Courtroom C5 on the third floor of the Pennington County Courthouse, 315 St. Joseph St., Rapid City.
Two New Seventh Circuit Court Judges to be Sworn into Office
The Seventh Judicial Circuit will hold investiture ceremonies for two new circuit court judges at the Pennington County Courthouse in Rapid City.
Renovated Pennington County Courtroom to be Renamed for Former Judge Jeff W. Davis
A dedication ceremony to rename Courtroom C2 in the Pennington County Courthouse to Jeff W. Davis Memorial Courtroom will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at 4 p.m. MDT.
Pennington County Treatment Courts to Hold Three Graduation Ceremonies in May
Pennington County’s treatment court teams invite the public to join them in recognizing the remarkable accomplishments of participants completing the programs. As part of National Treatment Court Month, three Pennington County treatment courts will hold graduation ceremonies in May.
Governor Noem Appoints Roetzel and Kelderman to Seventh Judicial Circuit Court
Gov. Kristi Noem today announced the appointment of Scott Roetzel and Eric Kelderman to the Seventh Judicial Circuit Court.
Pennington County Drug Court to Hold Commencement Ceremony on April 3, 2024
The Pennington County Drug Court Team invites the public to join them in recognizing the remarkable accomplishments of participants completing the program. A commencement ceremony will take place on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at 3 p.m. MDT at the Pennington County Courthouse.
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen Appoints Judge Robert Gusinsky as Presiding Judge of Seventh Judicial Circuit
South Dakota Supreme Court Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen has appointed the Honorable Robert Gusinsky as presiding judge for the Seventh Judicial Circuit.
UJS Mourns Passing of Retired Circuit Judge Jeff W. Davis
It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that the South Dakota Unified Judicial System announces the passing of Retired Judge Jeff W. Davis, who served on the bench for the Seventh Judicial Circuit in Rapid City for 43 years, making him one of the longest serving judges in state history.