Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
Good morning, Rapid City.
🚨 Crime
At around 2 a.m. on Sunday, Rapid City Police Department responded to a report at 1720 N.
Seventh St. in Galaxy Apartments after a man was shot in his foot.
📰 Economy
Gasoline prices in South Dakota averaged $2.88 per gallon today—4 cents lower in the last week, 9.8 cents off a month ago, and 37 cents below last year’s rate.
GasBuddy reports the national average is now $3.09 per gallon with similar declines noted across the region.
🌲 Environment
For 61 years, the South Dakota Wildlife Federation’s Youth Conservation Camp has taught high school students outdoor skills and conservation techniques.
The campers worked to clean Rapid Creek and mitigate beaver impacts + many former campers now serve as counselors to help new students learn these skills.
🏛️ Government
On Monday, the South Dakota Cosmetology Commission unanimously approved a proposal to raise fees for cosmetologists, including increases in exam and license renewal fees that will add an estimated $237,385 in revenue.
The package now awaits final clearance from the Legislature’s Rules Review Committee on June 10—changes that could affect over 2,000 license holders.
🏥 Health
Health officials reported that an adult in Meade County tested positive for measles after traveling internationally.
The patient visited Rapid City Medical Center Urgent Care on May 28 from 7:15 a.m. to 10 a.m. and Monument Health Sturgis Urgent Care on May 29 from 9:45 a.m. to 3 p.m., and people in these locations are asked to monitor for symptoms for 21 days.
🎉 Rapid City Events
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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.
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.
Summer Music Series: Nervous Turtles
5-7 p.m. — Firehouse Wine Cellars — Free entry — Enjoy upbeat classic rock covers by Nervous Turtles in a vibrant setting.
🏠 Rapid City Real Estate
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