Saturday, August 31st, 2024

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Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City announces closures and service changes for Labor Day, including the landfill, public transit, and the library, with emergency services remaining operational. KOTA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Rapid City man, Reed Thompson, was arrested on charges including multiple degrees of rape and sexual exploitation of minors after a six-month investigation. Rapid City Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City Area Schools District announces early dismissal for multiple schools on September 3 to protect student and staff safety amid high temperatures. KOTA
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City Regional Airport gears up for increased travel over Labor Day weekend, emphasizing technology use for smoother check-ins. KOTA
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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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.
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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!!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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