Good Day
Rapid City
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Senate Education Committee sent Senate Bill 198 to the full Senate without recommendation after tense debates on banning cell phone use during school hours, except for emergencies and medical needs. The bill now awaits further consideration as local schools work on enforcing its policies. KBHB
- ➤ Rapid City Area Schools is working to cut school lunch debt to help students get nutritious meals while easing the financial burden on families. Officials said the district will roll out these measures across campuses soon. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ Western Dakota Technical College held its annual Weld to Win competition on Feb. 5 where Sturgis Brown High School’s Gavin Werlinger won top welding honors (and a Build Dakota Scholarship) while competing against 80 students from across the Black Hills. KBHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City's Fire Department released its 2025 stats + performance details showing incidents and response times. These figures help community members understand local emergency services. Rapid City Journal
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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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South Dakota State Dart Tournament 2026
All day — The Monument — Sign up deadline Dec 12, 2025 — Compete in competitive dart games at this exciting state tournament.
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Rapid City Heart Ball
— The Monument — 6X MATCHED donations — Join millions raising awareness for women's heart health.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The best time to prepare for an emergency is when there isn't one.
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