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Friday, August 30th, 2024

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Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Executive Golf Course in Rapid City will close on September 3 for an irrigation project and will reopen next spring, with Meadowbrook Golf Course available as an alternative.  Rapid City Journal

CRIME NEWS

  • Josefina Leui was sentenced to 5 years probation with 8 months electronic monitoring for not paying over $168,000 in taxes, now owing over $400,000 with interest.  KOTA

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Great Sioux Nation and the U.S. Forest Service agreed on a memorandum for joint stewardship of the Black Hills, emphasizing land reclamation and cultural preservation.  Native Sun News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Kehala Two Bulls was nominated to replace Michael Calabrese as the South Dakota District 34 Senate candidate, drawing on her mental health counseling experience and community service, particularly through CASA, to promise effective, inclusive leadership.  Native Sun News
  • Rapid City announces closures and service adjustments for the Labor Day holiday, including no trash collection or transit service on Monday, and various public facilities like the Public Library and Landfill being closed.  Rapid City Journal

EVENTS

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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.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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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.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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  • WSDCF Bishop's Golf Classic

    Experience a fun-filled day of golf at Arrowhead Country Club, featuring a shotgun start and an evening reception with awards.

    Mon, 9/16/24

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  • Badlands Sabres Hockey host rival Gillette Wyoming Saturday night

    Come watch your Badlands Sabres Saturday night as the Gillette Wild will be coming to town. It will be the Sabres koozie giveaway along with a team poster autograph session after the game. Game time is 7:05 at the Roosevelt Ice Arena. See you at the rink!!

    Sat, 9/21/24

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  • Great Plains Mule Deer Celebration: The South Dakota Statewide Raffle

    Experience a unique weekend of Mule Deer-centric activities including beer tastings, film premieres, and a gourmet dinner while contributing to mule deer conservation efforts.

    Wed, 9/25/24

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  • Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay

    Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay performed by the Listeso Quartet in a unique candlelit atmosphere at the Studio Theater in Rapid City.

    Fri, 9/27/24

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  • Buffalo Roundup and Arts Festival in Custer State Park

    Experience a vibrant celebration of arts, crafts, live music, and cowboy poetry amidst the stunning backdrop of Custer State Park.

    Sat, 9/28/24

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  • Fall Volksmarch at Crazy Horse Memorial

    Experience a family-friendly organized hike to the world’s largest mountain carving, featuring breathtaking views and the opportunity to support local food banks.

    Sun, 9/29/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The reason to win the game is so that you can be free of it.

~ Naval Ravikant

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