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Rapid City
Thursday, December 18th, 2025
Good morning, Rapid City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ South Dakota School of Mines and Dakota BioWorx launched a bioprocessing partnership that began pilot production last month turning corn stover into nanogels for future medical uses; the project will scale to industrial volumes in coming months and offers hands-on learning for local students. KBHB
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local farmers in Sturgis are using corn stover as winter feed for beef cattle in a cost-effective way that nourishes animals and returns nutrients to the soil; some also bale stalks for bedding and improved moisture retention. KBHB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rapid City Rush announced a new partnership with rodeo legend Lisa Lockhart, known for her decorated barrel racing career, to boost support for hockey and rodeo events. The team will celebrate South Dakota’s Western heritage with its annual Rodeo Night on Saturday, Jan. 24 at its arena+ promising more local initiatives. KBHB
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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.
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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.
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