Good Day
Rapid City
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Middle schoolers from 28 schools attended the annual Women in Science Conference at South Dakota Mines campus from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, where science experts and educators inspired future STEM leaders. Rapid City Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Qury Fire update said containment remains at 27 percent with 8,434 acres burned — high winds later today may test fire lines as crews work to mop up and protect structures along Custer roads. KBHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Black Hills National Forest ordered a closure in the Qury Fire area for safety from Mar. 17 to Apr. 16. The order covers Forest Service lands near the U.S. 385 and 16A intersections by Custer State Park and Wind Cave National Park — exemptions apply for residents and officials. KBHB
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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
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