Sunday, January 5th, 2025
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 110-year-old Carnegie Library in Rapid City is being revitalized with new businesses and exterior improvements, funded in part by a $15,000 grant from the South Dakota State Historical Society. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ Rapid City hosts the Elevate Q1 Winter Mixer on January 14, 2025, offering networking opportunities, celebrations, and showcasing the HomeSlice Group's recent expansion. KBHB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Reno Rondeau, charged with murder and arson in the deaths of Tonya White Butterfly and the attempted murder of John Rondeau Sr., pleaded not guilty and faces life in prison. KBHB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Roger Broer, a renowned Oglala Lakota artist known for his modified monotype technique, was honored with the Living Treasure of the Lakota Nation Award at the 2024 Lakota Nation Invitational Art Show. Native Sun News
- ➤ The Lakota Nation Invitational in Rapid City celebrates Native youth across athletics, academics, and traditional games, fostering community and cultural pride. Native Sun News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mo Brings Plenty addressed the Lakota Nation Education Conference, emphasizing the importance of preserving Lakota culture and values, and using personal and communal strength for positive change. Native Sun News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Matthew Emrich and Dan Raetz, two first responders, are climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to raise awareness and support for mental health within their community, supporting charities aimed at aiding those dealing with the emotional impacts of their professions. Rapid City Journal
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Rapid City Rush vs. Tahoe Knight Monsters Hockey Game
Catch an exciting ice hockey game featuring the Rapid City Rush against the Tahoe Knight Monsters at the Ice Arena in Rapid City.
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Allen Americans vs. Rapid City Rush Hockey Game
The Allen Americans will face off against the Rapid City Rush in an ice hockey match at The Monument in Rapid City, SD.
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Soaking Prayer Gathering
A weekly opportunity to sit, worship, and connect with God through music, prayer, and journaling.
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Black Hills Stock Show & Cinch Trade Show
The Black Hills Stock Show & Cinch Trade Show in Rapid City features a diverse range of exhibitors showcasing agricultural products, livestock handling equipment, and more over a span of nine days.
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Rodeo Rapid City
Experience an exciting rodeo event showcasing top talent at Summit Arena in Rapid City.
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Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo
The Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo, the second largest event in South Dakota, features over 120 livestock and rodeo events along with hundreds of vendors, attracting an estimated 331,000 attendees.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The fool wonders, the wise man asks.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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