Good Day
Rapid City
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The city is asking local residents to submit artwork for a chance to be displayed on a new bus — the contest seeks creative designs that capture the spirit of our community. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ Darcy Lynn Hart — a devoted husband, father, and longtime Brink Construction operator with a passion for horses — passed away peacefully on October 8. A private burial for his immediate family will be held and a celebration of his life will take place at Lifeway Church in Rapid City on October 25th at 11:00 AM with lunch provided afterward. KBHB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ NDN Collective, a Native American-led nonprofit, hosted its annual Indigenous People's Day celebration in Rapid City on Monday—featuring a march, music, and vendors. The event brought community members together to honor Native heritage and culture. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ Today, a huge crowd gathered for the eighth annual Remembering the Children Walk on Indigenous Peoples' Day & speakers like Remembering the Children Memorial Executive Director Amy Sazue and tribal leaders discussed jurisdiction issues at the boarding school memorial site. Rapid City Journal
- ➤ Community members gathered in Rapid City during the Black Hills Powwow and Indigenous Peoples’ Day, where five events — traditional dance, craft demonstrations, music, storytelling and food tastings — honored indigenous heritage. Rapid City Journal
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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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Downtown Trick-or-Treat
12-2 p.m. — Main Street Square — Free event — Celebrate Halloween with costumes, candy, and community fun for the whole family.
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Geology and Paleontology of the Badlands
6-8 p.m. — Aqua & Acre Market — Under 18 with parent or guardian — Discover the fascinating rocks and fossils of the Badlands National Park area in this informative two-part class.
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Black Jacket Symphony Live
6:30-8 p.m. — The Monument — Ticket prices may apply — Experience classic albums performed live by talented musicians.
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Pinky & The Floyd: 50th Anniversary of Wish You Were Here
8-11 p.m. — 707 Sports Bar & Nightlife — Tickets available online — Celebrate the iconic sounds of Pink Floyd with a special tribute performance.
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