Good Day
Rapid City
Friday, January 17th, 2025
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Cheyenne River Youth Project has successfully engaged Indigenous youth through healing camps and cultural activities one year after purchasing 39 acres near Bear Butte State Park to deepen their connection to sacred land. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ A crew in Rapid City is addressing a water line break affecting the Creekside Complex and Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home, with repairs expected to be completed this evening. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ Rapid Valley Elementary School community unites to raise funds for a 4th-grade student battling aggressive brain cancer through sales of suckers and other fundraising activities. KELOLAND
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City Police are investigating two incidents where firearms were stolen from vehicles on the 14th, urging the public to report any relevant information. KBHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City obtained a $1.08 million state grant to partially fund a new water booster pump station to support housing development in the Shepherd Hills neighborhood. Rapid City Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A pertussis (whooping cough) case was confirmed in North Middle School, Rapid City, amid a statewide surge in South Dakota with 361 cases reported in 2024, marking a concerning increase. Rapid City Journal
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Valentine's Day Hockey: Maine Mariners vs Rapid City Rush
Celebrate Valentine's Day with an exciting hockey match as the Rapid City Rush face off against the Maine Mariners at The Monument.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The chains of habit are too light to be felt until they are too heavy to be broken.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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