Good morning, Rapid City.

Roosevelt Ice Arena will host an ugly sweater skating event soon.

Attendees are encouraged to wear an ugly Christmas sweater and bring skates for a festive community celebration in Rapid City.

Community leaders and business partners met at Prairie Edge to honor the Lakota Nation Invitational partnership as founder Bryan Brewer announced that the 48th tournament is Rapid City's final event in its current format, with Rapid City Central and Stevens set to join next year (as part of expanded collaboration).

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced that the $12B Farmer Bridge Assistance Program will support South Dakota and U.S. farmers facing market losses + USDA will release payment rates at the end of December as farmers must submit correct 2025 acreage by 5 p.m. ET on Dec.

19.

Sanford Health CEO Bill Gassen was named one of Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People for 2025, marking his fourth year with the honor.

He led mergers and announced a $300 million plan for a medical campus in Rapid City (his efforts strengthen local care).

The Great Plains Area Community Health Representatives Association elected a new board — including chairman Elton Yellow Boy, vice chairman Billy Jo Yellow Eagle, treasurer Debra Charge of Him, secretary Chelsey Archambault, and representative Tanisha Brown — to serve a two-year term to improve Native health education and resource access.

Star Wars Night: Tahoe Knight Monsters vs. Rapid City Rush

7:05-9:05 PM — The Monument — Ticket prices vary — Experience an epic intergalactic hockey battle on the ice with a Star Wars theme.

BLUEY NIGHT: Rapid City Rush vs Tahoe Knight Monsters

6:05-7:35 p.m. — Rapid City Rush — Check ticket prices — Enjoy the magic of Bluey and thrilling Rush hockey action.