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Rapid City
Saturday, September 14th, 2024
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 19th Annual Chile Pepper Festival at Jolly Lane Greenhouse is roasting a record 800 bushels of peppers in a community-supported event featuring live music and pepper-inspired beers. KOTA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Oglala Sioux Tribe council member Howard Rooks goes on trial for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl, facing potential life sentence. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ Six Mitchell, S.D., American Legion Baseball players plead guilty to a lesser charge, receiving three years of probation and no jail time for participating in a team member's rape. KBHB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Meade County schools were temporarily placed in secure status after a reported threat, which was later deemed not credible, was investigated; mirroring a previous incident in Rapid City. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ The TeamMates organization is seeking volunteers to mentor students in the Black Hills, aiming to boost their academic success and optimism for the future. KOTA
- ➤ South Dakota Mines hosted a forum with local politicians to educate new voters among its students about upcoming elections. KOTA
- ➤ Black Hills State University announces its 2024 'Swarm Days' with a Mardi Gras theme, featuring a week-long series of events including a carnival, a kiddie carnival, coronation, the Burning of the BH, a Masquerade Ball, and culminating in a parade. KOTA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kristi Noem allocated $13.5 million from the Future Fund to a state-owned shooting range in South Dakota, bypassing the Legislature's refusal to fund the project, sparking calls for increased transparency and oversight. KBHB
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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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36th Annual Black Hills Pow Wow 2024
Experience a vibrant celebration of Native American culture featuring dance contests, singing competitions, and community gatherings at the Summit Arena in Rapid City.
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Black Hills Powwow 2024
Experience a vibrant celebration of Native American culture with dancing, singing, art showcases, and athletic competitions over two exciting days.
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