Good Day
Rapid City
Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City Public Library released its 2025 Annual Report that showed over one million checkouts, 96,510 database uses, and 1,100 one-on-one services — a new Spanish collection now serves more readers while upgrades include a revamped children’s area and outdoor musical garden. The report highlights strong community engagement. KBHB
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The former Albertson's on Omaha Street and Mount Rushmore Road will soon house Natural Grocers and other businesses — a redevelopment project expected to bring new shopping options to the community. Rapid City Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A fireworks show is set to return to Mount Rushmore to celebrate America 250, and the lottery for tickets starts on April 8. More details on event timing will be announced soon in the area. Rapid City Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ South Dakota Mines scientists led a groundbreaking international study that achieved the first measurement of neutrino-induced kaon production on argon (a key step in proton decay searches) and may guide future experiments. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ The South Dakota Senate approved a bill to cover some student meals — a move that could reduce school costs. Local districts will review the policy before it takes effect. Rapid City Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New Civil Liberties Alliance is asking a South Dakota court to revoke the USDA mandate requiring electronic ID eartags for cattle and bison, a rule set in 2024 to reduce tracking errors. Ranchers say the measure forces higher costs without improving disease tracing. KBHB
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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.
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Easter Egg Hunt
6-8 p.m. — The Monument Ice Arena — Food available while supplies last — A fun-filled evening for kids 16 and under to hunt for Easter eggs.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The quality of your life is proportional to the quality of your habits.
~ James Clear
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