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Rapid City
Friday, August 16th, 2024
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Summer Nights event on Aug. 15, dedicated to honoring military personnel, includes volunteer support from Ellsworth Air Force Base and live music by SGT ROCK, with proceeds benefiting veterans. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ Rapid City celebrates the completion of Dinosaur Park's nearly two-year renovation with a ribbon-cutting event on August 16, featuring upgrades like accessible trails and safety improvements. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ The South Dakota Department of Transportation is hosting a public meeting on August 27 to discuss and gather input on the reconstruction of S.D. Highway 231 in Rapid City. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ The Central States Fair in Rapid City is nearly set for its opening, featuring carnival rides and introducing new activities like the educational AgVenture Experience. KOTA
- ➤ The Roosevelt Park Swim Center will shut its indoor facilities for annual maintenance from Aug. 18 to Labor Day, though the outdoor pool remains open. Rapid City Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ $30 million in federal funding awarded to support affordable housing across the Black Hills area, ensuring growth and preparation for the B-21 expansion at Ellsworth Air Force Base. Rapid City Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Black Hills National Forest plans to raise fees for off-road vehicle permits due to increased usage and environmental impact concerns. KBHB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Dakota Strong panelists opposed marijuana and abortion legalization, and the repeal of the grocery tax at a Rapid City event. KOTA
- ➤ Rapid City Police Department is successfully counteracting the national police shortage by increasing their hiring effort by 94% within the last year, despite widespread staffing challenges among law enforcement agencies. Rapid City Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Wild West Wednesdays / Hart Ranch Rodeo Series concluded its 2024 season with competitive events on Wednesday night at Macksteel Arena. Rapid City Journal
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Annual Polkapalooza Festival
Experience a lively two-day polka festival featuring great German food, refreshing beverages, toe-tapping music, and delightful dancing.
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2024 Pulses and Pistons Car & Bike Show Fundraiser
Experience the excitement of the Pulses and Pistons Cardiac Car and Bike Show featuring vehicle showcases, health screenings, and raffle prizes to support the Heart and Vascular Institute.
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