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Saturday, January 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of January.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Dr. Gordon Ambrosino joins the Crazy Horse Memorial as the new Managing Director of Museum, Interpretation & Cultural Affairs at The Indian Museum of North America, bringing extensive experience and commitment to cultural preservation.  Native Sun News
  • Francis Whitebird, a Lakota language expert and Vietnam veteran with a Harvard education, emphasizes the critical importance of preserving the Lakota language as a vital aspect of cultural identity and wisdom.  Native Sun News

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland has halted drilling and mining across over 20,000 acres in the Black Hills National Forest's Pactola Reservoir-Rapid Creek Watershed for 20 years, reflecting widespread grassroots support and emphasizing the region's cultural and ecological significance.  Native Sun News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Rapid City Council unanimously approved a rezoning request for nearly 7 acres in the Shepherd Hills neighborhood to allow construction of a strip mall and office building.  Rapid City Journal

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 1/12/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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  • Soaking Prayer Gathering

    A weekly opportunity to sit, worship, and connect with God through music, prayer, and journaling.

    Tue, 1/28/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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  • Rodeo Rapid City

    Experience an exciting rodeo event showcasing top talent at Summit Arena in Rapid City.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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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.

    Mon, 2/3/25

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  • Breathing Recovery Class with Jamie McMurtrey

    This class provides guidance for individuals struggling with deep breathing, led by physical therapist Jamie McMurtrey, at the About You Transformation Center.

    Thu, 2/6/25

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  • Ice Rescue Technician Class Training

    This two-day class in Rapid City, hosted by the Rapid City Fire Department, teaches essential skills for rescuing individuals trapped on ice.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • Senior Living On-Site Tour

    The event provides an opportunity for participants to explore the services and amenities of Victorian Assisted Living, recognized for its quality in senior care and activities.

    Sun, 2/9/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.

~ George Bernard Shaw

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