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Rapid City
Friday, June 6th, 2025
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Court documents show that a 24-year-old man—Drew Durand—was arrested in late April in Rapid City on charges of accessory after the fact and misprision of a felony related to the death of 21-year-old Sahela Sangrait, whose remains were found outside Hill City in March after she went missing in August 2024. KBHB
- ➤ Shad Olson, a former television news anchor, pleaded guilty on Wednesday in Fourth Circuit Court in Meade County to a charge of simple assault-domestic violence for an incident in February 2024 in Black Hawk—prosecutors recommended a suspended jail sentence, anger management sessions, and a no-contact order with the victim while sentencing is set for July 3. KBHB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Harvard and University of Pennsylvania researchers published a study that showed if home building had stayed at 1980s and 1990s levels, the nation would have 15 million more homes today. In South Dakota the Dakota Institute said typical home prices rose 80 percent to $384,000 in 2024 + state housing officials warned that funding requests for affordable housing far outpaced available money + population growth continues to add pressure. KBHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Larry Rhoden signed an executive order to form a disaster preparedness task force that will develop recommendations and assess risks as federal disaster relief shifts to state and local levels. The task force, called the Governor’s Resilience and Infrastructure Task Force, is chaired by Lt. Gov Tony Venhuizen & vice chaired by Adjutant General Mark Morrell to guide long-term infrastructure planning. KBHB
- ➤ Callie Meyer said she was blown away by the community support while campaigning for Rapid City Council and said she will work hard to represent local interests—she looks forward to serving the city with gratitude and commitment. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ The South Dakota Game and Parks Commission approved new rules for Purple Heart recipients—giving them free lifetime park entry and half-price camping permits—after a petition from Connie Stone at South Dakota State University. The Legislature’s Rules Review Committee will meet on June 10 in Pierre to decide if the changes take effect. KELOLAND
- ➤ Rapid City, Aberdeen, and Sioux Falls National Weather Service offices are facing high staffing shortages—Rapid City's vacancy rate is 41.7%—and have reduced weather balloon launches due to federal budget cuts and a hiring freeze. Local meteorologists warn that these measures may affect the timely delivery of severe weather alerts as the storm season begins. South Dakota News Watch
- ➤ Rapid City Council member Lehmann has outlined a homeless services master plan as a key project for his third term—aiming to boost support for residents in need. Rapid City Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Medical professionals warn that measles is spreading as international travel brings the virus into communities with vaccination rates around 90% (below the needed 95%). Dr. Paula Marsland explained that infected persons remain contagious for eight to nine days and should be quarantined until four days after their rash appears. KELOLAND
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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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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.
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