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Rapid City
Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A storm hit the Rosebud community late Sunday night into early Monday morning, damaging houses—scattering debris, toppling trees, and forcing one trailer to tip over, which led to a family being sent to the hospital though no deaths were reported. Community members quickly helped those affected by using St. Francis Indian School as a temporary shelter while officials and Red Cross workers began damage assessments and considered FEMA funds. KELOLAND
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City police arrested a man over the weekend for allegedly brandishing a firearm at a group of people—authorities are now investigating the incident. Rapid City Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The South Dakota Transportation Commission approved plans for 19 Fallen Heroes bridge dedications in 2025 — including six scheduled for Veterans Day — to honor South Dakotans who died in military service. The program, started in 2019 by then-Gov. Noem, will work with families and state agencies to install memorial highway signs at each location. KBHB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Black Hills State women’s rodeo team won their fifth title at the Will Lantis Yellow Jacket Stampede — earning 270 points at Seven Down Arenas and three individual event wins. The men tied for fifth with 140 points — and both teams will head to the Cornhusker College Rodeo in Lincoln next weekend. KBHB
- ➤ Local high school baseball games on April 26 and 27 showed mixed results for Rapid City teams (scoreboard report); on April 26, Stevens won 9 to 6 over Tea Area while losing 0 to 6 to Aberdeen and Central split a doubleheader with Madison (8 to 2 and 12 to 2), and on April 27, Stevens won 12 to 1 over Aberdeen while Central lost 9 to 5 to Redfield and 11 to 4 to Tri-Valley. KBHB
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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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.
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