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Rapid City
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Salvation Army of the Black Hills teamed up with local law enforcement in Rapid City to kick off their annual Shop With A Cop event where students pick new clothes and school supplies. Students from Rapid City and Pine Ridge Reservation join to build trust with officers as they choose what they need. KELOLAND
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ South Dakota Mines hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday to dedicate the new Vanderboom Laboratory for Entrepreneurial Research (a 40,000-square-foot facility). The lab, funded by a $5.25 million state allocation and a $2 million gift from Steve and Julie Vanderboom (designed to boost research and industry collaboration), will serve as a central hub for innovation. KBHB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The South Dakota Prep Media Football Poll for the week of Sept.22 listed the top five teams in each class by wins, points and first-place votes. Lincoln led Class 11AAA with a 4-0 record while Yankton topped Class 11AA and SF Christian led Class 11A — the poll also provided updated rankings for other classes. KBHB
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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.
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Live Music with Darin French
5-7 PM — Firehouse Wine Cellars — Enjoy a night of live music while relaxing with great cigars and drinks.
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Bierbörse Festival
12-5 p.m. — Main Street Square — 21+ entry required — Celebrate Oktoberfest with a unique beer stock exchange and authentic German cuisine.
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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.
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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.
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Innovation Expo
9 AM – 6 PM — Surbeck Center — Check the website for pricing — Connect with entrepreneurs, investors, and key players in the startup ecosystem.
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Live Music with The Blind Bard
5-7 p.m. — Firehouse Wine Cellars — Enjoy your weekend with an Americana/Blues/Folk musical experience from The Blind Bard.
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