Good morning, Rapid City.

Hyatt Place Rapid City Downtown opened on April 23 at 525 St. Joseph St. in the Block 5 building; it offers 117 guest rooms, multipurpose event spaces, and The Placery bar and restaurant serving local South Dakota flavors—details that highlight its connection to the Black Hills.

The hotel features a granite front desk echoing Mount Rushmore—evidence of its commitment to local heritage and modern style.

Rapid City's Seventh Circuit CASA program could be severely impacted by upcoming federal funding cuts+ Executive Director Kehala Two Bulls said.

Rapid City Parks and Recreation presented proposals on day three of the Vision Fund Citizen Committee meeting and requested up to $17.45 million for improvements including a fenced dog park, Canyon Lake Park upgrades, playground and restroom renovations, Meadowbrook Golf Course irrigation, and Red Pesek Field updates—City Council will have the final say. Hearings will conclude on Friday from 4 to 6:30 p.m.—the projects target better upkeep of city-owned assets.

South Dakota is partnering with Emily’s Hope to offer free Naloxone kits through anonymous boxes in busy areas to help reverse opioid overdoses.

The Department of Health, Social Services and Attorney General Marty Jackley will use funds from an opioid settlement to distribute 20,000 kits statewide.

Abby Tweedy got three hits and a solo home run as Scooper Girls Softball beat Pierre 10-4 on Friday, giving the team its first win of the season at 1-1.

Sturgis will play Aberdeen Central tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. Central before heading to Spearfish on Monday night.

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.