Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
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🎭 Culture
Youth are invited to submit artwork for the city’s 150th anniversary art contest as part of the celebration marking Rapid City’s founding milestone.
📰 Economy
South Dakota Mines researchers turned corn stover into battery-grade carbon to boost lithium-sulfur batteries and supercapacitors.
They produced their first batch on Christmas Eve 2025 and are now planning to scale up production by partnering with commercial buyers.
🏛️ Government
A South Dakota Senate committee approved a bill that would direct the state to help pay meal costs for about 8% of students statewide.
Lawmakers will review the plan in upcoming votes — a key step in moving the change forward.
🎉 Rapid City Events
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Bottoms Up 5K Run/Walk
10:30 a.m. — Founders Park — $25 pre-registration — Run or walk to support colon cancer awareness and enjoy a morning of fun for all ages.
🏠 Rapid City Real Estate
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