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Shake Off Winter Blues with Lemon Fresh Cleaners

Kia Binger knows firsthand how overwhelming it can be to balance a busy business with the demands of life. After years of working in advertising, she realized the powerful connection between a clean, organized home and overall mental health. For many small business owners, home becomes the place where both work and personal life collide. […]

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Rapid City Counselor Discusses Seasonal Affective Disorder

The stigma of mental health has loosened since COVID”, says Stacy Keyser, Owner & President of Rapid City Counseling. “It’s normal that we all go through phases where we need healthy support. Counseling isn’t about a diagnosis or a label, it’s about helping you process whatever you’re going through.” Stacy, a Licensed Clinical Practicing Mental […]

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Peak Wellness: Rapid City Nutrition Coaching

Rapid City Couple Helps Locals Live Healthy, Sustainable Lives Like many families, Tanner and Brandi Hart stay busy. With two young boys—Dempsey, 9, and Summit, 5—and a growing business, the Rapid City couple is constantly on the move. For them, the key to maintaining balance in their crazy schedules is creating habits of healthy living […]

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Stephanie Holman: From Air Force to CEO

Stephanie Holman found success with SkillBridge program and shares opportunity with fellow veterans Stephanie Holman, President & CEO of FourFront Design, exemplifies the seamless transition from military service to corporate leadership. Growing up with a father in the military, Stephanie joined the Air Force at 17, serving for 21 years as a member of the […]

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South Dakota Mines Selects Brian Tande as 20th President

The South Dakota Board of Regents announced today the selection of Dr. Brian Tande as its next president of South Dakota Mines. Tande brings a wealth of experience in engineering education, research and leadership to the position, positioning the Rapid City university for continued excellence and innovation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. […]

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BluePeak Supports Employee’s Military Service

Daniel Howard Thrives as a National Guard Sergeant and Civilian Leader Daniel Howard is an active sergeant in the Army National Guard– leading a team of soldiers in horizontal engineering duties, something he has trained for many years. Through levels of testing, education, and evaluations, Daniel has accomplished a great deal in his eight years. […]

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From Soldier to Entrepreneur: Elissa Husfeldt’s Journey

Elissa Husfeldt truly believes everything happens for a reason. Enlisting in the military had never occurred to her—until a casual conversation with her friend James at a house party during her freshman year at South Dakota State University changed everything. A Pivotal Decision She is going on her 11th year in the South Dakota National […]

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Black Hills Surgical Hospital / Orthopedic and Spine Center join Sanford Health

Black Hills Orthopedic and Spine Center (BHOSC) and Black Hills Surgical Hospital (BHSH), announced today they are joining Sanford Health to expand comprehensive, world-class care to patients in western South Dakota and across the region. Sanford Health will be the parent organization of the Black Hills Orthopedic and Spine Center, the Black Hills Surgical Hospital […]

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Jacqui Dietrich Departs Rapid City Arts Council

Dietrich will assume CEO position at the John T. Vucurevich Foundation The Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) announced today Jacqui Dietrich will step down from her role as Executive Director in December 2024, after two impactful years of leadership. Dietrich will assume the position of Chief Executive Officer at the John T. Vucurevich Foundation (JTVF). […]

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Business Leaders React to IM-28

One of the most controversial initiatives on the ballot for South Dakotans on November 5th is Initiative Measure 28, which deals with sales taxes on consumers.  According to several business and community leaders, the measure is confusing and will lead to a state income tax in South Dakota. IM28 as it’s otherwise known, will prohibit the […]

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Who’s Moving to Rapid City?

Shreveport, Seattle, Phoenix, and Portland Top List Rapid City has been one of the fastest-growing cities in the country the past three years. While the growth itself is noteworthy, the follow-up questions often include “who is moving here?” Or, “where this growth is coming from?” According to recent data from Elevate Rapid City, Shreveport, Louisiana […]

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New Hires and Promotions in Rapid City

West River Electric Association West River Electric Association (WREA) named Robert Raker as incoming CEO and General Manager. This will be effective January 3, 2025, upon the retirement of outgoing CEO Dick Johnson. Robert holds an associate degree in Electrical Technology from Western Dakota Tech and is a licensed master electrician. He earned his bachelor’s […]

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New Businesses in Rapid City – October 2024

Shopping and indoor family-friendly activities are the common theme for this month’s recent openings in Rapid City. One indoor play facility, West River Ninja, has already opened its doors, and Jump N Slide Adventure Park will soon follow. Downtown Rapid City continues to welcome new places to shop. And Uptown Rapid has seen some changes. […]

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J and J Truck and Auto Body joins the Future of Collision Repair

Rapid City continues to grow while having one of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation. A lower workforce pool and higher demand for services means industry and business owners continue to look for solutions. Mike Devine, owner of J & J Truck and Auto Body, is familiar with the labor struggles the industry faces. […]

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Meet Wildfire Labs Co-Founder: Todd Gagne

From the time Todd Gagne moved to Rapid City for school at South Dakota Mines to the day he graduated, he had already founded three software companies. While he saw many wins throughout the years, being an entrepreneur also yielded its hand of failures. One of the companies Gagne owned and operated went under even […]

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October 2024: New Rapid City Restaurants

Rapid City’s vibrant culinary scene continues to expand, with several new restaurants opening their doors this October. From gourmet burgers and artisan chocolates to authentic Vietnamese cuisine, there’s something to satisfy every palate. The city’s diverse offerings are a testament to its growing popularity as a destination for both residents and visitors alike. Coming Mid-October […]

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Unlocking the Future of Industry: Attend the Rapid City Manufacturing and Trade Summit

In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, staying informed and connected is more critical than ever. The Manufacturing and Trade Summit, hosted by Elevate Rapid City on October 2nd at The Monument, offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain essential insights and build the relationships that can shape your business’s future.  This summit brings together industry leaders, […]

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Your Input Matters: Shape the Future of Rapid City

The City of Rapid City is currently updating its Comprehensive Plan, a blueprint for the city’s future that outlines its vision, goals, and strategies for growth and development. To ensure this plan reflects the needs and priorities of the community, the planning team is seeking input from residents. Key Topics Covered in the Comprehensive Plan: […]

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Fifth Park LLC Breaks Ground on 5th Street Apartments

A new mixed-use complex is under construction in Rapid City’s southern corridor. Fifth Park LLC recently broke ground on the 5th Street Apartments project. The complex will be comprised of two buildings. Building A will have nearly 17,000 square feet of retail space on the grand floor and 54 apartment units above. Building B will […]

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Rapid City Among 100 Best Places to Live

Earlier this year, Livability released its 2024 list of 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S. Rapid City was one of the cities on the list this year, outpacing more than 2,000 U.S. cities with populations between 75,000 and 500,000 in this data-driven ranking. The list is based on extensive research into economic variables […]

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Mover & Shaker: Allison Ogden

18 Year-Old Entrepreneur Approaches One-Year in Business Allison Ogden’s cleaning service, Sanctuary Cleaning Service, will celebrate its first anniversary on September 22, 2024. As a senior in high school, Allison desired more than the typical high school experience. She had an idea and quickly acted upon it. With some startup work, Sanctuary Cleaning Service came […]

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Economic Impact of Ellsworth Air Force Base

Four Things To Know About Ellsworth AFB’s Impact on Rapid City’s Economy Ellsworth Air Force Base, the largest single employer in the Rapid City region, recently released its economic impact statement for 2023. The report outlines the base’s contributions to payroll, personnel, indirect jobs, development, and more. Here are four key takeaways that you should […]

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AETech Offers Alternative Approach to the Electrical Trade

Arne family creates an all-in-one accelerated trade school Steve Arne, a longtime teacher of an electrical program, vividly remembers his students being frustrated about taking English courses. “They didn’t want to take English, psychology, or underwater basketing weaving,” Steve chuckled. “They wanted to focus on the actual hands-on experience of the electrical trade.” Steve, who […]

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Block 5 Lloyd Companies Announces First Restaurant Tenant

The Block 5 development in downtown Rapid City recently reached a milestone, topping out its tenth floor. “A ‘topping out’ is when we place the final beam on top of the structure,” said Mike Dill, executive vice president of construction at Lloyd Companies. “The project is moving right along, and we’ve made it all the way […]

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Camp Drive Fuels Next Generation

From the time he was a kid, Weston Chapman loved working on cars in the garage with his dad and grandpa. He knew from a young age his calling was  in the automotive industry. He felt immense satisfaction in getting hands-on and seeing a project through to completion. Determined to pursue his passion, Weston attended […]

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Westhills Village Celebrates 40 Years of Excellence

Looking Back on Four Decades of Community, Lifestyle and Care Westhills Village, a top-rated retirement community in Rapid City, is proud to celebrate 40 years of providing exceptional care and life-planning services to the Black Hills. Since opening its doors in 1984, Westhills Village has evolved to meet the changing needs of those it serves, […]

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Scull Construction: Born to Build

Andy Scull carries on the family tradition of master craftsmanship When most kids were playing with Tonka trucks and other toy machinery, Andy Scull was learning to operate the real thing. He studied the art of working with his hands by watching his grandfather in the woodshop and spent nights coloring on the building blueprints […]

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4 Honored at Ag Appreciation Event

The second annual Ag Appreciation Event, hosted by Elevate Rapid City, Touchstone Energy Cooperatives, Central States Fair, and Monument Health, showcased the exceptional contributions of individuals and businesses to the agricultural industry. The event, which featured a free meal, live entertainment, activities, and an awards ceremony, recognized those who have dedicated their lives to supporting […]

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