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Rapid City
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ City and county offices remind residents to drop off cell phones at designated offices to support victims of violent crimes. Rapid City Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The South Dakota Cattlemen’s Foundation is awarding $15K in scholarships to students. Applications for the 2026 program are now open to those enrolled in any post-secondary institution in the state. Rapid City Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ South Dakota Prep Media released its basketball poll for the week of Jan. 19, with Lincoln topping boys Class AA and Brandon Valley leading girls Class AA while teams in classes A and B also receive votes. KBHB
- ➤ On Monday, the New Underwood Tigers went 2+0 in their home triangular by beating Hill City 42+6 and St Thomas More 36+17; St Thomas More ended the event 1+1 with a 30+11 win over Hill City. KBHB
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AQHA Winter Classic
Jan 22 – 29 — Central States Fair, Inc. — Admission varies — Competitors from across the U.S. gather in Rapid City for this exciting equine event.
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Annual Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo
6 AM — Central States Fairgrounds & The Monument — Ticket prices vary — Experience the region's largest livestock show with rodeos, competitions, and over 300 vendors.
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Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo
1 PM — Summit Arena — Pricing varies — Experience the excitement of rodeo with thrilling competitions and community spirit.
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BHSS Ranch Rodeo
10 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Central States Fair, Inc. — Admission fee varies — Experience high-intensity ranch skills and teamwork in a thrilling rodeo atmosphere.
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Worcester Railers at Rapid City Rush
6:05-9:05 p.m. — The Monument — $6 for 16 oz Modelo cans — Enjoy Modelo Madness with a free Krak'in Shotgun Tool at the door.
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