Good morning, Rapid City.

A nationwide bookstore will open a new Barnes and Noble location in Rapid City next Wednesday.

The store—located at Rushmore Crossing near T.J. Maxx—will open at 10 a.m. with local children’s author Sean Covel cutting the ribbon and signing copies of his book.

A Rapid City woman was arrested for attempted murder after she assaulted a church employee—police are investigating the incident.

Pennington County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Mark Craig Daniels from Greeley, CO—wanted in connection with a recent robbery and last seen in Keystone wearing a black t-shirt, gray pants, and a bright red cast—and police warn that he is armed and dangerous.

Gloria Tramontin Struck, a 100-year-old motorcycling pioneer, will serve as Grand Marshal of the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.

Sturgis Mayor Kevin Forrester said she embodies freedom and tradition—her riding career spans over 700,000 miles across decades of dedication.

Dakota Gold released an assessment for its Richmond Hill project northwest of Lead in the northern Black Hills, indicating the mine could produce between 2.6 million and 3.9 million ounces of gold over 17 to 28 years if production begins as soon as 2029.

The project would require $384 million in initial investment and a large-scale mine permit from the state—factors that could create hundreds of jobs and up to $600 million in state severance taxes.

New Rapid City Council members were sworn in today – the board elected a president and vice president during the ceremony, and they will guide upcoming council decisions.

The leadership change is expected to shape local government actions.

Post 22 Baseball is celebrating 100 years of American Legion Baseball with a rich legacy that includes an 18-season state title streak and a National Championship.

Fans and alumni will continue to support the team as they honor the program’s past at the 50th Firecracker tournament—an event that brings the community together each year.

Live Music: Jimmy Ray & The Stingers

1-11:59 p.m. — Lost Cabin Beer Co. - Hill City Beer Garden — Cost not specified — Enjoy live blues music, fresh beer, and delicious food in a vibrant beer garden setting.

Hills Alive Festival

Time TBA — Memorial Park — Free entry — Celebrate faith with uplifting music and community during this beloved Christian festival.

Rapid City Car Auction

12 PM — 2170 Seger Dr, Rapid City, SD — Registration required — Discover over 200 vehicles at this exciting car auction event.

SPARK Men's Retreat

4 PM – 9 AM — Cedar Canyon Camp — $175 — A transformative weekend for men to reignite their faith and build community.

Picnic - A new kind of branding workshop

Picnic helps businesses and professionals hone a brand that aligns with their voice, values, and message. It creates brands that are easy for audiences to connect with—and that make work feel purposeful. Through hands-on exercises, Picnic invites you to listen, challenges you to be curious, and helps you think creatively. You'll leave with insights and techniques to keep your team inspired and your brand feeling fresh, day after day.