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Rapid City
Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Monique 'Muffie' Mousseau and Felipa De Leon opened Rapid City's first Indigenous-led Two-Spirit safe space, Uniting Resilience, at 705 E. Watertown St. with about 30 community members present. The center will offer well-briety groups+ counseling and job application help for local Two-Spirit people around the Black Hills. Rapid City Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tourism promoters from Great American West said international travel to the Black Hills remained steady as visitors from Europe kept booking trips despite some cancellations from Canada — the 29th annual International Roundup in Rapid City on May 8-9 brought 46 buyers and 111 sellers from four states. Rapid City Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City police arrested 28-year-old Jobeth Morrisette from Batesland Wednesday at a hotel on Luna Avenue after she refused to leave and grabbed a pair of scissors to attack an officer—she now faces charges for aggravated assault on law enforcement, impersonation to deceive law enforcement, resisting arrest, and a probation hold. KBHB
- ➤ The Rosebud Sioux Tribe declared a public safety state of emergency on its reservation to address rising crime—requesting extra law enforcement resources from the federal government. Rapid City Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Candidates for the Rapid City Area Schools Board of Education released their finance campaign reports ahead of the June 3 election — retired teacher Angela Bradsky Rafferty led with $19,850 in contributions as absentee voting is underway. Rapid City Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ House GOP budget plans will extend tax cuts for higher earners and shift costs for safety-net programs to states—states may have to cut programs like SNAP if funds are limited. University of South Dakota expert Ed Gerrish warns that proposed Medicaid changes could add to state expenses—forcing tougher decisions on budget allocations. KBHB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Measles is spreading in the U.S. with over 1,000 cases reported since the outbreak began in Texas, and although South Dakota has not confirmed any cases yet, nearby states like Nebraska now see the virus. Local doctors warn that the highly contagious infection is moving closer each week and stress that getting the MMR vaccine—offering 97% protection with two doses—is the most effective way to prevent illness. KELOLAND
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Rapid City Rush announced Tuesday that they will not renew Head Coach & General Manager Scott Burt’s contract after four seasons. The team said the search for its fifth head coach will begin immediately — a move to shape its future — as it prepares for the upcoming season. KBHB
TRAVEL NEWS
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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.
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Frühlingsfest
1-5 p.m. — Main Street Square — Free entry — Celebrate spring with shopping, live music, and local brews in Rapid City.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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