Friday, September 20th, 2024

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Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Rapid City-based nonprofit, led by Lakota women, has launched the He Sapa Voters Project to increase Native American voter registration and address voting barriers in South Dakota. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ Rapid City experienced higher public pool attendance this summer with 81,025 admissions due to the heat, surpassing last year's numbers. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ The Pennington County State’s Attorney’s Office launched a podcast named 'Justice in Action' to explore public safety, criminal justice, and high-profile cases. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ The Teen Court program in Pennington County, which allows teens to role-play court positions, aims to educate young individuals on the legal system and provide an alternative to juvenile justice, growing in participation and consistency. Rapid City Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City Area Schools introduces a Junior Kindergarten program to better prepare young students academically and behaviorally for kindergarten. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ Tickets now available for a talk by Siri co-founder Adam Cheyer, focusing on AI advancements, at The Monument on Oct. 14, hosted by the John T. Vucurevich Foundation. Rapid City Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Thirteen South Dakota National Guard citizen-warriors competed in Rapid City for the 'Best Warrior' title, with Spc. Joel Christensen and Staff Sgt. Lindsi Van Woert winning Soldier and NCO of the Year, respectively. Rapid City Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Oyate Health Center celebrates its fifth anniversary, highlighting its growth and Indigenous-led approach to healthcare. Rapid City Journal
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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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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24 Karat Gold Extravaganza
Celebrate the impactful legacy of Black Hills Works and support a worthy cause at the annual 24 Karat Gold Extravaganza.
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