Good morning, Rapid City.

Taffy Howard and Tonchi Weaver are gathering 3,100 signatures on a petition that would let residents vote on the $125 million Libertyland USA financing plan by Sept.

26, following the Rapid City Council's approval of the project. In response, project manager Joel Brannan launched the decline2sign.com campaign to counter referendum plans that could force a special election costing about $100,000—petition signatures are being collected at local sites.

On Friday, Sept. 19, about 350 Special Olympic athletes played bocce ball at Rapid City's bocce ball courts off Omaha Street during the Special Olympics Fall Classic, showing their skill and sportsmanship.

On Friday, about 350 Special Olympics athletes gathered at Rapid City bocce ball courts for the Fall Classic, where NASCAR legend Rusty Wallace, Mayor Jason Salamun, and officials cut the ribbon for 16 courts—an expansion that doubled the complex after groundbreaking on Aug.

5. Today, a softball competition is held at the Star of the West complex as athletes enjoy friendly and inclusive competition.

Puzzle~Rama

6-7:30 p.m. — Firehouse Wine Cellars — $5 cash entry — Assemble your dream team and race to complete a 300-piece puzzle for prizes and fun.

Cruiser Car Show

12-4 p.m. — Main Street Square — Free entry — Experience a vibrant atmosphere with classic cars, local vendors, and food trucks in downtown Rapid City.

Live Music with Darin French

5-7 PM — Firehouse Wine Cellars — Enjoy a night of live music while relaxing with great cigars and drinks.

Bierbörse Festival

12-5 p.m. — Main Street Square — 21+ entry required — Celebrate Oktoberfest with a unique beer stock exchange and authentic German cuisine.

Free Google Workshop for Local Businesses

9 AM – 12 PM — The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection — Free entry — Learn how to enhance your Google Business Profile and attract more customers organically.

A Night Among the Stars Annual Gala

5-9 p.m. — The Monument — $125 per person — Celebrate the achievements of adults with disabilities in a night filled with dining, honors, and community inspiration.