Good morning, Rapid City.

Rapid City will host fireworks on Saturday at 9:30 p.m. at the Executive Golf Course area with earlier concerts at Main Street Square and Memorial Park Band Shell.

Other regional communities are planning displays starting Thursday, and rainout for the city event is set for Sunday, July 5.

Rapid City officials said the crossing at West Boulevard was closed this morning as railroad crews began emergency repair — drivers should use alternate routes and allow extra time today, with the closure possibly lasting into Wednesday.

Rapid City Public Works Director Mike Theis provided an update at today's Legal and Finance Committee meeting at 12:30 p.m. in Council Chambers on plans to use nearly $5 million from the EPA recycling grant, and he will seek Council approval at the July 6 meeting as the city prepares to notify EPA if it accepts the award.

South Dakota Mines Men's Soccer and head coach Teren Schuster announced the 2026 schedule on June 29 with eight home games planned.

Fans can look forward to more details on game dates as the season unfolds.

Black Hills State University Volleyball announced its 2026 schedule Tuesday afternoon - the plan includes 14 conference games, two RMAC Regional games, two RMAC Power Pod games, two non-conference tournaments in North Dakota and east river South Dakota, plus two extra home games.

The Little Prince by Flutter Productions

7:30-9 p.m. — Performing Arts Center of Rapid City — Tickets available starting June 8th — Experience a magical theatrical adaptation of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s beloved classic.

Backyard Chickens 101

1-3 p.m. — Rapid City Public Library — Free entry — Discover the essentials of raising chickens at home, from coop design to care and feeding.

LifeLight Hills Alive Festival

4-10 p.m. — Memorial Park — Free entry — Experience two full days of worship, music, and family fun at this vibrant community festival.

From Rails to Trails: A Journey Through History

6-7 p.m. — The Journey Museum — Free entry — Discover the transformation of the Black Hills railways into stunning recreational trails through engaging films.

Black Hills Yoga Festival

8 AM - 1 PM — Cohort Craft Brewery - Black Hills — Free entry — Celebrate yoga, music, food, and community in the magical Black Hills.