Good morning, Rapid City.

Rapid City company Kinzie Foods won first place for its Dubai Chocolate BBQ sauce in the Specialty category at the American Royal World Series of Barbecue contest + the win marks a milestone for the local business.

Rapid City florists are gearing up for a busy May as dance recitals, Mother's Day festivities (and other special events) boost orders at local shops.

Customers may want to check availability ahead as demand increases.

The United States Postal Service is releasing a new Buffalo postage stamp honoring Good Elk Woman & the Dupris family, whose rescue of orphaned calves revived a dwindling herd.

The stamp marks a key milestone in preserving buffalo culture in our region.

Rapid City high schools will install new weapons detection systems purchased for ($200,000) via a federal COPS grant; the systems will go into operation on Monday, May 4.

On Friday, Gov. Larry Rhoden said at the South Dakota NewsMedia Association conference in Deadwood that Rep. Dusty Johnson (via a mutual friend) threatened to use dark money funds against him if he ran for re-election.

He made the claim as the GOP contest nears the June 2 primary.

Oaye Luta Okolakiciye hosted the Fifth Annual Strengthening the Spirit Conference from April 21-23 at The Box Elder Even Center, where culturally grounded recovery methods were presented and a $10,000 grant was received to expand ceremony-assisted treatment programs for addiction and intergenerational trauma in Native communities.

Rapid City Stevens beat the Sturgis Scoopers 8-2 at McKeague Field, marking their second win over the team and extending Sturgis' losing streak to three.

Sturgis will host the Pierre Governors in a doubleheader at Strong Field on Sunday at 1 p.m.

Rapid City Stevens girls softball team remained undefeated after beating Pierre 11-5 on Thursday (Hazel Russell hit two home runs with 4 RBI and Norah Tidemen added two hits with three RBI), pushing their record to 4-0.

St Thomas More won both team and individual titles at the Sturgis Invite Golf Tournament held at Boulder Canyon Country Club on Thursday - the Cavaliers scored 318 while their golfers finished in the top five, led by Rylan Horning's 73.

Black Hills State University rodeo teams are nearing national qualifier spots at the 67th annual Cornhusker College Rodeo at the Sandhills Global Event Center after five competitors, including Jayda Reinert + others, finished in the top four of their events; their performances set the stage for bids to the College National Finals Rodeo.

Yesterday, the Yellow Jackets played two close baseball games, losing a 2 to 1 pitcher's duel and a 10 to 9 contest when Mesa scored nine unanswered runs, leaving BHSU despite strong efforts from Kaitlyn Geschwill and Jessica Melendez.

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.

Faith & Hope Women's Brunch

10 AM – 4 PM — The Monument — $ — Enjoy a day of inspiration featuring notable speakers and live Christian music.

Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Studio Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the mesmerizing music of Hans Zimmer in a stunning candlelit setting.