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Loyal Plumbing Makes A Place to Call Home

Mark Falcon offers a path to successful living through the plumbing trade Some call them “undesirables.” They call themselves misfits and mangy mongrels (they even have T-shirts). Mark Falcon calls them family. Mark, owner of Loyal Plumbing, prides himself on providing a pathway to a successful trade career for everyone, including many who had previously […]

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Ma Cualli Restaurant Opens – Southside Rapid City

Solorio family brings a touch of Mexico to Rapid City Walking into Ma Cualli, Rapid City’s newest restaurant, feels like an invitation to a family dinner where authentic homecooked food, conversation, and hospitality are the focus of the menu. That is exactly what owners Mario Solorio and Teresa Núñez wanted when they opened the family-run, […]

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YMCA Liberty Center Honored as 2024 Military-Friendly Business of the Year

The Black Hills Military Affairs Coalition (BHMAC) has named the YMCA Liberty Center the 2024 Military-Friendly Business of the Year. The award recognizes local businesses that strongly support military personnel and their families in the Black Hills region. The YMCA Liberty Center opened its doors in anticipation of the B-21 Raider’s arrival, establishing itself as […]

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Second Dunn Brothers Coffee Location Opens in Rapid City

Local Entrepreneurs Open Second Location in Rapid City, Offering Residents Enhanced Access to Freshly Roasted Quality Coffee Dunn Brothers Coffee, the Minneapolis-based coffee brand famed for freshly roasting its globally sourced single-origin green beans daily, is excited to announce the grand opening of its second location in Rapid City. The O’Connor family, proud owners of […]

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Tour Seven Apartments In One Day At Upcoming Open House

Looking for a new place to call home? Apartment hunting is about to get much easier, with an upcoming open house allowing you to tour seven Rapid City-area properties from Lloyd Companies in the same day. The Lloyd Companies July 13 Open House will feature many properties with immediate availability, along with brand-new communities where […]

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Casey Knutsen Joins KLJ as Municipal Civil Engineer

KLJ Engineering LLC (KLJ), announced the recent addition of Casey Knutsen to their team as a Municipal Civil Engineer in Rapid City, S.D. With a solid foundation in civil engineering, Knutsen is poised to make significant contributions to KLJ’s municipal projects. Knutsen brings a wealth of knowledge and hands-on expertise to his new role. Prior […]

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Black Hills Energy: 140 Years of Growth and Strategic Acquisitions

For the past 140 years, Black Hills Energy has been improving life with energy. The company’s roots take us back to 1883 in Deadwood, South Dakota, where Black Hills Electric Light Company first illuminated the mining town. Fourteen decades later, the company’s trusted presence has empowered the success of its now 1.3 million natural gas […]

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From Ballet Shoes to Blissed

Andrea Schaefer adds flair to Rapid City with new alternative fashion offerings Andrea Schaefer has always been a creative free spirit who loves to make a statement, and that is exactly what she envisioned when opening Blissed Alternative Fashion. The former professional dancer and studio owner recently opened a new clothing store at 412 Oshkosh […]

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Kopren Motors is now Liberty Pre-Owned

Patnoe Family Continues Generations of Growth with Industry Acquisitions Creating a company with staying power, especially for four generations, is not possible without both consistency and chasing growth. In the last decade, Liberty Superstores has not only stayed, but more than doubled its presence in Rapid City and the region. The most recent series of […]

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Meet the New Owner of Black Hills Bagels

Eric Hawronsky Takes the Legendary Black Hills Bagels to the Next Level When an opportunity presents itself, taking a chance to make a change can yield a high reward. Getting another opportunity to dive into the food service industry wasn’t something Eric Hawronsky was expecting, but it is one he is grateful for. Eric grew […]

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Beth Lambeth Brings Wealth of Experience to Mines as New Associate Vice President of Research-Innovation & Entrepreneurship

For Beth Lambeth, it is all about helping others build connections. In her newest role as South Dakota Mines associate vice president for research-innovation and entrepreneurship, that means helping students and faculty obtain the resources and partnerships available to turn their ideas into reality. It is a role that she is passionate about. “I am […]

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Black Hills Surgical Hospital to Offer Heart and Vascular Services with Fall 2024 Opening of the Black Hills Heart & Vascular Institute

Black Hills Surgical Hospital is expanding its services and will begin offering heart and vascular care in conjunction with the opening of the Black Hills Heart & Vascular Institute in the fall of 2024. Led by three highly trained physicians with deep expertise in this rapidly evolving medical field, the Black Hills Heart & Vascular […]

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AVI Systems Acquires the Commercial Audiovisual Business of Sound Pro

Corporate, Education and Government Organizations to Benefit from AVI’s Expanded Presence Serving Western South Dakota, Northeastern Nebraska, and Wyoming AVI Systems, the largest global AV/UC systems integrator, today announced it has acquired the commercial audiovisual business of Sound Pro based in Rapid City, South Dakota. Sound Pro is a locally owned and operated provider of […]

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New to the Food Scene: 6 New Places to Eat or Drink in Rapid City

Several new food and drink options have opened in Rapid City lately. With the consistent growth the community is seeing, more are sure to follow. Here are six of the newest additions to the Rapid City dining scene. Expanding with Espresso Southwest Rapid City brewery, Last Mile Brewery, added a new addition. Last month they […]

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Area Partners Create Free Opportunities for In-Home Child Care Providers

Workshop Designed for Start-Up In-Home Child Care Providers Childcare shortages persist as a pressing challenge for many families across South Dakota. Recognizing the need for proactive solutions, a coalition of organizations is working together to empower individuals to be part of the remedy. In response to the demand for more childcare in our communities, a […]

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Visit Rapid City Releases 2023 Economic Impact Numbers

Next week, May 19-25, is National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW). An industry no one in the Black Hills is a stranger to. But just how much of an impact have we seen? Visit Rapid City recently put together the numbers. In 2023, 3.8 million people visited Rapid City. “The travel and tourism industry is […]

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Certified Tourism Ambassador Program Open to All

Tourism plays a pivotal role in South Dakota’s economy, supporting more than 7,200 jobs across various sectors, including yours. While the breathtaking landscapes and iconic landmarks of the Black Hills are undeniable draws for visitors, it is the personal interactions and hospitality of locals that truly define the Rapid City experience. For those immersed in […]

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Manufacturing Partnerships: Introducing the Rapid City Manufacturing Alliance

Building something from essentially nothing is something manufacturers do each and every day. Sometimes the process begins with raw materials. Other times it is various components later to be assembled. And other times, it’s taking source ingredients and transforming them into something new – like your favorite wine or beer. Throughout the Black Hills region, […]

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Phase Technologies Continues to Expand Operations in Rapid City

Key things to know: Onshoring manufacturing played a key role in the expansion New facility is 225,000 square feet Over 200 jobs to be created Phase Technologies was founded in Rapid City in 1999. They developed the world’s first digital phase converter called the Phase Perfect Digital Phase Converter. Today, they rely on a team […]

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Rapid City Company RESPEC Acquires Enviromin, Inc.

RESPEC Company, LLC (RESPEC) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Enviromin, Inc. (Enviromin), an environmental geochemistry and microbiology company in Bozeman, Montana, effective May 1. This acquisition bridges the complementary strengths of both companies and offers innovative approaches that integrate biogeochemistry with mining and geotechnical engineering expertise to develop safe, cost-effective, and sustainable design […]

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Fork Real Community Café Announces Pampered Passport

Now Available in Celebration for Mother’s Day Fork Real Community Café collaborated with local area businesses to put together the Pampered Passport. The passport is on sale for $38 or $70 for two passes. The Pampered Passport features free items, discounts, and special services at 20+ local businesses in Rapid City. The total value adds […]

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The Black Hills Region Named 2024 ‘Great American Defense Community’

The Black Hills Region of South Dakota, home to Ellsworth Air Force Base and the South Dakota National Guard Camp Rapid, is one of three communities across the country selected as a 2024 Great American Defense Community. The Association of Defense Communities (ADC) announced the three selected communities in conjunction with USAA, the program’s official […]

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South Dakota Mines President Jim Rankin Announces Retirement

RAPID CITY, SD (April 29, 2024) —South Dakota Mines (SDM) announces the retirement of President Jim Rankin, Ph.D. P.E., effective June 21. After six years of dedicated leadership, Rankin leaves a legacy of achievement and impact on the institution, solidifying its position as a premier engineering institution nationwide. “South Dakota Mines is a university with […]

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Rapid City’s Attractions Reopen for the Season

As the warmth of summer descends on Rapid City, local attractions eagerly swing open their gates to welcome guests once again. After a long winter, there’s nothing better than getting out and taking in the many delights that Rapid City holds in its backyard. And if you’re a city resident, several perennial favorites are setting […]

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Final Chance to Provide Employer Input on Childcare in the Black Hills

Elevate Rapid City is in the final week of collecting comprehensive data on the impacts of childcare. The work will give a better understanding of the relationship between access to affordable childcare and its effect on the workforce in Pennington, Meade, and Custer counties. The deadline to complete the survey is April 26. They are […]

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Black Hills Fuel the Growth Course Receives Accreditation from International Economic Development Council

The annual Fuel the Growth economic development course has received accreditation from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). This prestigious endorsement solidifies the course’s reputation as a leading program in economic development in the country.    Fuel the Growth has been providing valuable training for economic development professionals, board members, community leaders, businesspersons, and elected […]

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