Good morning, Rapid City.

RCFD’s Wildland Fuels Module is rapidly growing to offer veterans new roles with career development + physical and mental wellness programs that aim to reduce wildfire risks in the community.

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks officials are investigating the removal of a mountain goat's head and neck at the base of Bridal Veil Falls on April 8—tips can be submitted to help solve the case.

Meade 46-1 held an informational meeting Wednesday night where Superintendent Wayne Wormstadt discussed the Homeschool Connection Program that offers K-8 curriculum and academic support tailored to each student's needs.

Enrollment is first-come, first-served with a limit of 30 full-time spots (for district residents and eligible open-enrolled families).

Athletes at Track-O-Rama on Thursday at O’Harra Stadium broke multiple meet records, including a state record of 47.56 seconds by the Stevens 4×100-meter relay team, while other events also reached new highs.

The Black Hills State University track teams competed on Thursday in California, where Evie Boyd broke a 21-year-old record in the 3,000m steeplechase at the Leopard Invitational, Gavin Kuhlenbeck ran the fourth-fastest 10,000m time in school history, and Turner Christians won the 10,000m title at La Verne’s Ortmayer Stadium.

On April 17, the Black Hills State Yellow Jackets (20-23, 17-15 RMAC) met the UCCS Mountain Lions in Colorado Springs as they tried to end a series losing streak after last year’s RMAC tournament exit.

Black Hills State University rodeo teams competed at the Jackrabbit Stampede last Friday and Saturday.

Haley Husted won the goat tying event while the men's team finished eighth in tie-down roping with 110 points and the women's team tied for fifth with 150 points.

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.

RAD City 2 - 80s & 90s Car Show

6-10 p.m. — Central States Fair, Inc. — Free entry — Cruise back in time at the ultimate 80s & 90s car show with classic rides and good vibes.

Homeschool South Dakota Conference 2026

8:00 AM - 5:30 PM — The Monument — Check website for registration fees — Connect with fellow homeschoolers for networking and sharing educational resources.