Thursday, January 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of January.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Pennington County's fourth quarter crime statistics show increases in DUI arrests and citations, decreases in theft and burglaries, and a mixed trend in assaults, with the Sheriff's Office attributing changes to proactive patrols and community safety efforts. Rapid City Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Pennington County Treasurer's Office will temporarily halt motor vehicle transactions from Feb. 13 to Feb. 18 for a system upgrade to 605Drive, a new state motor vehicle system. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ Tifanie Petro was appointed as the director of victim's assistance for the Pennington County State's Attorney's Office, underscoring her extensive experience in serving individuals, children, and families. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ The Rapid City Council is refining a new Tax Increment Financing policy to support economic development, including affordable housing, with adjustments requested for clarity and policy precision. 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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Free Google Workshop for Local Businesses
This workshop offers local businesses insights on optimizing their Google Business Profile to attract more customers organically.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
~ Carl W. Buehner
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