Good morning, Rapid City.

Strong winds fanned an active grass fire between Hwy79 and Gravel Road, south and east of Bear Butte on Thursday afternoon, and emergency crews battled the blaze amid 60+ mph winds while the Meade County Sheriff's Office urged residents to stay clear.

An assistant professor from Mines and his graduate students are bringing organic chemistry to life at Rapid City Central High School today — offering hands-on experiments that spark STEM interest among local students.

Emergency crews from several agencies are battling wildfires in Custer County today as strong winds and dry conditions force residents to evacuate.

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks is accepting public comments on its draft Elk Action Plan, which proposes raising the elk population target to between 6,000 and 9,000 for areas including the Black Hills until April 20.

Rapid City Council issued a non-renewal notice for OneHeart’s lease (at 217 Kansas City Street) to protect city interests before the lease term ends this year.

The decision has sparked debate among supporters and critics who hold different views on the transformative campus.

South Dakota regulators on Tuesday approved a lower rate increase for Otter Tail Power by cutting its proposed $14.39 monthly hike to $8.97 and crediting customers on May bills — they also paused Black Hills Energy’s proposed $25 increase for up to six months while requiring up to $500,000 for review.

Walking in Strength on the Pine Ridge Reservation received a $550,000 grant from the Foundation for Opioid Response Efforts to expand its substance use prevention program for at-risk youth.

The grant will fund outdoor activities, service projects, and leadership training for middle and high school students.

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.

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.