Good morning, Rapid City.

Reptile Gardens reopened partially today after a fire took the lives of tortoises and alligators—staff are assessing repairs to restore exhibits.

Giant dinosaur marionettes created by Mines mechanical engineering students are on display at the Apex Gallery in the university’s Classroom Building—blending art and engineering to showcase inventive design—sparking local interest.

Black Hills State’s Yellow Jackets lost to Northern State (56-54) after Izzy Moore hit two free throws with no time left, giving Northern State the win and marking the 18th straight loss for the team.

Addie Branscum and Allie Glasscock led scoring with 14 and 12 points as the team fell to a 1-3 record before an attendance of 236.

Idaho Steelheads at Rapid City Rush

6:05-7:35 p.m. — The Monument — Ticket prices vary — Catch the first of three thrilling hockey games with the Rapid City Rush facing off against the Idaho Steelheads.

46th Annual Turkey Trot

9 AM — Old Storybook Island Shelter — Early registration pricing applies — Kick off Thanksgiving Day with a festive fun run and delicious refreshments.

Badlands Sabres Hockey team host Wyoming rivals Yellowstone Quake

Come watch from fast and exciting hockey as the Badlands Sabres host the Yellowstone Quake Friday and Saturday night, November 28 and 29 with adult tickets priced at $10. The Badlands Sabers are part of the North American 3 Hockey league with players aging 17 to 21 years of age

Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Admin II Training

Dec 8-11 — Corporate Education Center, Rapid City, SD — Training fee applies — Enhance your Linux administration skills with this structured IT training program.