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Rapid City
Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On April 17 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. CDT, Dakota Growth will host a virtual Brand Script Workshop for SDSPA members to help specialty crop business owners improve their marketing strategies. The 90-minute session uses bestselling techniques and includes a 45-minute one-on-one Zoom follow-up—those interested should contact Matt for registration details. KBHB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An armed suspect robbed a Rapid City convenience store on Monday and remains at large — the suspect was seen wearing a black jacket, stocking cap and face mask. Rapid City Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City School District released a $250,000 settlement after former teacher Jenny Griffin filed a federal lawsuit alleging that a former principal groomed her, and the agreement states that no party admitted fault (the insurer paid the settlement). KBHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lydia Jones, a park ranger at Badlands, was reinstated on March 19 after being terminated on Feb. 14 due to DOGE cuts—she expressed relief at returning to her work amid warnings of potential future cuts affecting federal employees. Rapid City Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Haley Husted and Sierra Steele finished as top individuals for the Black Hills State rodeo teams when they posted runner-up finishes in goat tying and barrel racing at the Cyclone Stampede in Ames, Iowa. The women's team finished fifth with 175 points while the men's team tied for ninth with 80 points. KBHB
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Spring Bash
7-11 p.m. — Aby's Rapid City — $15 tickets — Enjoy a lively community event with entertainment for all ages.
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Martin Bonato Estate Online Auction
April 28, 6:00 PM MDT — Martin Jurisch & Assoc. Showroom — Online bidding available — Explore over 460 lots of antiques, collectibles, glassware, and more in this exclusive online auction.
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Gateway to Growth Enrichment Sessions
4-5:30 p.m. — 1400 Turbine Dr, Rapid City, SD — Free entry — Launch your health care career with insights from experts and educational partners.
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