Thursday, September 12th, 2024
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City residents demand diverse religious representations in council meeting invocations, despite the city's predominantly Christian demographic. KOTA
- ➤ Rapid Transit System experienced a 12% increase in overall ridership and a 30% spike in youth ridership in August, with significant growth on the first school day. Rapid City Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Winter Merrill was sentenced to 25 years for aiding in assault and burglary during a 2022 shoplifting incident where a 17-year-old was slashed with a box cutter. KOTA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Rapid City Area Schools Board of Education held a meeting to discuss school safety and the role of school resource officers following a recent shooting threat. KOTA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City is utilizing a $1 million EPA grant to develop a strategic climate change plan, focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and involving communities along the I-90 corridor. KOTA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Monument Health's inaugural Pulses and Pistons Cardiac Car and Bike Show aims to raise funds for heart and vascular patients by showcasing custom, classic, and luxury cars and motorcycles on Sept. 14. 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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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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Get the Pack Back!
Return your 2025 Community Giving Campaign packets and donations by 10 a.m. and enjoy coffee, donut holes, have your donation picture taken, and network with fellow community members. While we encourage packets or donations to be in by November 21st, all campaign donations made through the end of 2024 will count towards our 2025 goal.
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Run Crazy Horse Marathon
Experience the thrilling Run Crazy Horse Marathon, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Crazy Horse Memorial and the scenic Black Hills.
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