Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
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🏘️ Community
At Black Hills National Cemetery near Sturgis, thousands of family members paid respects to fallen veterans as volunteers placed a flag on every grave during the annual ceremony — an effort that honors those who gave their lives.
Organizer Kris Mattson and retired Air Force member Rick Johnson said the event helps visitors of all ages remember the sacrifice made for freedom.
🎓 Education
St. Thomas More High School celebrated the graduation of 34 students Sunday afternoon at the Rapid City cathedral — the ceremony began with a baccalaureate mass at 2 p.m. led by Bishop Scott E.
Bullock.
🏛️ Government
State government boards and commissions began a week of public meetings on Monday, May 26 when state offices closed for Memorial Day.
Today, meetings such as the Economic Advisors Council teleconference at 9 a.m. CT and the Education Standards Board in Pierre are underway, and additional sessions will occur Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and next Monday across teleconference and in-person locations + inviting public participation.
🎉 Rapid City Events
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Prospector Challenge Finals
May 30, 7 AM – June 1, 4 PM — Central States Fair, Inc. — $3,700 Added Money — A thrilling pole bending competition featuring substantial awards and opportunities for all participants.
Frühlingsfest
1-5 p.m. — Main Street Square — Free entry — Celebrate spring with shopping, live music, and local brews in Rapid City.
Frühlingsfest Spring Festival
12-8 p.m. — Main Street Square — Free entry — Experience a vibrant spring market with handmade goods, local food, and live music for the whole family.
City View Trolley Tour
1:30-3:30 p.m. — The Journey Museum — $10.00 — Explore Rapid City's top sights aboard a fun and quirky trolley ride.
She's Gonna Bolt! 5K Walk/Run
12 AM – 12 PM — Founders Park — $200+ in donations — Participate in a community-driven 5K for Alzheimer's and dementia awareness inspired by a personal story.
Whiskey Myers Live Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Summit Arena — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of Southern rock with Whiskey Myers and special guests Bayker Blankenship and Pony Bradshaw.
June Fest 2025
2-10:30 p.m. — Memorial Park Bandshell — Free entry — Celebrate summer with food trucks, bouncy castles, giveaways, and raffles at this family-friendly festival.
2025 SDVBCA Coaches Clinic
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Best Western Ramkota Hotel — Registration fees apply — Enhance your coaching skills and network at the National High School Coaches Association Convention.
Object-Oriented Programming in C# Training
8 a.m. — Career Learning Center of the Black Hills — $2090 — Master the fundamentals of C# programming with expert-led instruction over five days.
Wild West Wednesdays Rodeo
5-9 p.m. — Hart Ranch Camping Resort — Ticketed event — Experience action-packed rodeo events including bull riding and barrel racing with food trucks and live entertainment.
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