Good morning, Rapid City.

Federal law enforcement agencies arrested 16 suspects in Rapid City and on Pine Ridge Reservation for alleged drug trafficking during Operation Snowy Ridge — a coordinated effort that began on April 15 and ended on April 16.

A Rapid City man, 29-year-old Faron Mesteth, was sentenced to 40 years in prison for vehicular homicide after he crashed his car under the influence of meth on Christmas Day 2021 on Highway 44 near Centre Street—killing two people, Richard Fenhaus and Jame Scott Sayler.

OLC-EBC students and research assistants presented research posters and competed in academic events at the 2025 AIHEC conference in Rapid City.

Coach Alec Knight stepped in after the previous coach resigned and praised the team that earned second place in the Business Bowl Competition—highlighting strong representation from the college.

Urban and rural landowners in South Dakota are urged to plant native grasses and flowers to restore prairies reduced by agriculture and urban growth.

A recent survey by the South Dakota Grasslands Coalition shows bipartisan support for these efforts—landowners can find guidance at local Natural Resources Conservation Service offices.

On Wednesday night, the Vision Fund Citizen Committee met at City Hall to review proposals for sports upgrades—such as an indoor sports facility, field renovations, and a new skate park—and city staff also asked for funding for a maintenance facility and public cameras.

City Council will later decide on the $12 million in available funds from requests totaling over $74 million.

The second year of a three-year, $72 million project to widen and straighten U.S. 385 near Sheridan Lake is under way, causing detours, delays and planned road closures including a full closure from April 28 for about six weeks.

Local business owners and travelers are urged to plan alternative routes as state officials work to improve safety on the region’s only north-south highway — a key route for tourism and local traffic.

Spring Bash

7-11 p.m. — Aby's Rapid City — $15 tickets — Enjoy a lively community event with entertainment for all ages.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

City View Trolley Tour

1:30-3:00 p.m. — The Journey Museum — $10.00 — Explore Rapid City's top sites from a quirky trolley while soaking in local history.