Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
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🏘️ Community
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.
🎓 Education
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.
🏈 Sports
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.
🎉 Rapid City Events
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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.
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.
Innovation Expo
9 AM – 6 PM — Surbeck Center — Check the website for pricing — Connect with entrepreneurs, investors, and key players in the startup ecosystem.
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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