Good morning, Rapid City.

The YMCA in Rapid City announced it will change its name to the YMCA of the Black Hills effective January 1 — the new name reflects a broader service area while programs and staff remain unchanged.

A Florida-based billionaire (Missouri native) will take charge as chair of the local newspaper owner after buying a controlling stake in Lee Enterprises for $35 million.

The deal signals a major business change for the media group.

Gov. Rhoden and the Department of Health announced today that South Dakota secured $189.4 million in federal funds for rural health through the five-year Rural Health Transformation Program — a move to modernize care in rural areas.

He will outline more details in his State of the State Address on January 13.

On Monday afternoon, first responders in Johnson Siding turned an emergency call into a training exercise when Fire Department Medic 5 + Black Hills LifeFlight practiced air ambulance operations while a landing zone was set up near Rimrock Community Church and paramedics later found the patient did not need transport.

AQHA Winter Classic

Jan 22 – 29 — Central States Fair, Inc. — Admission varies — Competitors from across the U.S. gather in Rapid City for this exciting equine event.

Annual Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo

6 AM — Central States Fairgrounds & The Monument — Ticket prices vary — Experience the region's largest livestock show with rodeos, competitions, and over 300 vendors.