Stress is part of nearly every job, but some careers experience it on a whole different level. For first responders — those who run toward emergencies rather than away from them — stress isn’t an occasional visitor; it’s a constant companion. That’s why Rapid City...

First Responders Rapid City Fire and Police Departments As Rapid City continues to grow, two key figures in the community — Police Chief Don Hedrick and Fire Chief Jason Culberson — are leading the way in addressing the evolving challenges and opportunities of public...

Pictured left to right:Chief Jason Culberson and Chief Don Hedrick Throughout the country, there’s a well-known rivalry between police and fire departments. In Rapid City, though, any competitiveness between these two departments is overshadowed by a spirit of...