Good morning, Rapid City.

Rapid City Public Library hosts dinosaur exhibits on loan from the Black Hills Institute, featuring a Denversaurus, T-rex skull and neck, and a Brachiosaurus.

Visitors can view these rare prehistoric artifacts now.

AARP's report shows South Dakota family caregivers add $2.5 billion in unpaid labor annually to help older adults stay home.

It notes 150,000 caregivers provide 106 million hours of care and that AARP South Dakota is working to improve local support services (Valuing the Invaluable 2026).

Whitewood Elementary principal Britt Porterfield resigned from the Meade 46-1 School District after serving since 2019 and leading the Homeschool Connection Program amid budget challenges that drew strong community support.

A wildfire burned 43 acres in Pennington County as local crews worked to monitor the incident with public safety in mind.

Officials said they will update the community if the situation changes.

The latest drought monitor report shows that Meade County and most of southern areas have entered moderate drought — severe conditions affect southern Pennington, Custer and Fall River counties.

Wildfires struck these areas this spring and northern parts remain unaffected.

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.

Tahoe Knight Monsters vs Rapid City Rush

7:05-11:59 PM — The Monument — Ticket prices vary — Catch the action as the Tahoe Knight Monsters clash with the Rapid City Rush in an exciting hockey showdown.

Black Hills Dance Festival 2026

6:30 PM – 10:30 PM — The Monument — Early Bird pricing until April 1 — Enjoy workshops and evening dancing with a variety of professional instructors.