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Rapid City
Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was stabbed during a fight that began at a home and moved onto 12th Street last night and is now in the hospital with serious injuries—police arrested one man and continue investigating the incident. KBHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Rhoden signed Senate Bill 216 that limits property assessments, which is expected to cost Rapid City nearly $10 million over the next five years—Sioux Falls may lose about $25 million over 10 years. He has proposed that counties address the loss with a sales tax of up to half a percent—officials say the plan is under review. KBHB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ South Dakota Mines has named Michael Iseman as the new head men's basketball coach — Athletics Director David Crum praised Iseman's decade of collegiate coaching success that includes leading Missouri University of Science and Technology to its first NCAA Tournament bid in nearly 30 years. Iseman will begin his role on Tuesday, April 22 and looks forward to building a winning program in Rapid City. KBHB
- ➤ Area girls golf teams started their season at Spearfish Canyon Country Club Tuesday when they played in the Spearfish Invitational. The tournament used a team-match-play format with two-person teams (results ranged widely among competitors). 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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The First-Annual Pet Gala
6-9 p.m. — Dahl Arts Center — Charity event — Celebrate our furry friends at this semi-formal gala featuring a silent auction for local animal welfare.
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Partnering with Wings of Wonder: Airport Readiness Tour
6 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Rapid City Regional Airport — Free entry — Explore travel readiness for families with extra abilities while practicing airport processes.
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Buffalo Hunt Coaster Adventure
2:30-3 p.m. — Fort Hays Chuckwagon Supper & Show — Starting at $26 — Experience the thrilling Buffalo Hunt Coaster while aiming at targets and enjoying unlimited rides all day long.
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Rainbow Run 5k 2025
8:15 AM – 12:00 PM — Old Storybook Island Shelter — $25 for adults, free under 18 — Experience a vibrant and colorful 5k run for all ages and fitness levels.
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