Rapid City Weekend Rundown: Tattoos, Trebuchets, Taprooms & Tunes
September 18, 2025
Rapid City is buzzing this weekend with events that blend creativity, community, and plenty of seasonal fun. From tattoos for
Rapid City is buzzing this weekend with events that blend creativity, community, and plenty of seasonal fun. From tattoos for
RAPID CITY, SD — At 8:40pm police were dispatched to the Scheels located at 1225 Eglin St. following a report
RAPID CITY, SD — A structure fire erupted during the later morning hours today as a shed located in the
UPDATE: Closure has been changed to September 23 to October 2nd. BOXELDER, S.D. – A portion of Radar Hill Road
RAPID CITY, SD – Que Pasa Mexican Cantina and Wobbly Bobby Pub & Tap Room, two well-known downtown restaurants, have
RAPID CITY, S.D. – A St. Thomas More student in Rapid City has been named a finalist in a national
PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces five people, including one former state correctional officer and two current inmates, have been indicted for transporting contraband into the […]
SPEARFISH, S.D. – Pioneer Bank & Trust and Jeb H. and Maureen Clarkson have donated $50,000 to Black Hills State
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Michael John Glen Flores Jr., 36, has been sentenced to 65 years in a South Dakota
BUTTE COUNTY, SD — Lacy J. Peterson is seeking public support to fund legal costs following chemical exposure by a
RAPID CITY, S.D. — A longtime fixture in downtown Rapid City’s dining scene has closed its doors for good. Qué Pasa Mexican Cantina, located at 502 Main St., announced its permanent closure this month with a farewell message on its website. “Gracias for letting us share our flavors with you,” the statement reads. “We’ve loved […]
RAPID CITY, S.D. – The Highway Patrol has identified a McCall, Idaho woman who died in a single motorcycle crash seven miles south of Keystone, SD Saturday evening. Preliminary crash […]
RAPID CITY, S.D. – A structure fire off Pine Grove Road brought a multi-agency response to the Black Hills on
STURGIS, S.D. – The Meade County Sheriff’s Office says an inmate was found deceased in their cell Monday night. In a release, the sheriff’s office says on September 15, 2025, […]
SIOUX FALLS, SD — the South Dakota Department of Public Safety (DPS) has at this time released corrected statistics regarding
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Black Hills Regional Eye Institute LLP in Rapid City says a cyberattack exposed patient and billing information, according to a notice posted on its website Aug. […]
PIERRE – The communities of Lead and Wessington Springs have been selected as the first participants in Travel South Dakota’s
STURGIS, S.D. – Sturgis’ newly formed Ordinance Committee met for the first time last week. The committee consists of councilors Jim Thompson, Nick Jones, Ruth Kopp and Jesse Blakeman, as […]
RAPID CITY, S.D. – A new study from the Augustana Research Institute (ARI) has identified key barriers to food access
RAPID CITY, SD — It is a cool late-summer morning. The smell of sage permeates the air as one
MADISON, S.D. – State Sen. Casey Crabtree announced Monday he is running for South Dakota’s at-large seat in the U.S.
PIEDMONT, S.D. – Fire crews remain on scene of a structure fire in Piedmont this morning. The fire heavily damaged a home at 408 Main Street. The fire was initially […]
UNDATED – With World Teachers’ Day around the corner but teachers making an average of $3,728 less per year than
RAPID CITY, S.D. – A 27-year-old woman from McCall, Idaho, died in a single-motorcycle crash Saturday evening seven miles south
Supporters say it will generate millions in tourism revenue and attract shooting enthusiasts from around the state and nation, and maybe from around the world.
Due to unforeseen circumstance Ivory will not be able to perform, they will be replaced by local band The Brandon
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – A TEDx talk by a South Dakota marketing professional has been selected for TED.com, the organization’s
RAPID CITY, SD – You may have noticed these strange Mars Rover lookalikes around Rapid City lately. Flashing a blue
RAPID CITY, S.D. – The South Dakota Hall of Fame is set to honor a new class of inductees for
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Great Plains Fire Dispatch says fire crews across the Black Hills are working several wildfires that were sparked by lightning overnight. The Centennial Fire is burning […]
RAPID CITY, SD — Following the TIF approval by the city council and Mayor Salamun the controversy around the creation
RAPID CITY, S.D. – The Park Restaurant, located within the Baken Park shopping center, has closed its doors permanently. The
RAPID CITY, SD — The Rapid City Police Department has confirmed the arrest of 34-year-old Dustin Yatsayte in connection with
STURGIS, S.D. – School is back in session across the area, and local law enforcement are encouraging motorists to stay alert. Among the safety issues being advertised this year are […]
Authorities have identified a 22-year-old Utah man in custody in connection with the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Utah Gov. Spencer
MEADE COUNTY, S.D. – An 83-year-old Union Center woman died in a two-vehicle crash on Saturday, September 6, in a
CUSTER, S.D. – Two men died in a single-vehicle ATV crash Monday, Sept. 1, about seven miles south of Custer,
It’s time for your Rapid City Weekend Rundown—your guide to the best events happening in and around the city. From free
PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota’s public university system continues its upward momentum in student enrollment. This marks the fourth consecutive year of targeted system growth and the second successive year […]
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced today that the U.S. Attorney’s Office indicted 88 defendants between April and August 2025 for federal offenses related to […]
RAPID CITY, S.D.- Sanford Health has been named one of America’s Best In-State Employers for 2025 by Forbes, receiving recognition
RAPID CITY, SD — At 5:15am a dispatch following a reported hit-and-run resulted in a search which revealed the suspects
RAPID CITY, S.D. – As Rapid City Police continue stepped up enforcement at an apartment complex on E. Watertown Street, they reported at least 14 extra patrols and a quiet […]
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Sept. 11, 2025) – The American Institute of Architects South Dakota (AIA SD) honored top projects and leading professionals at its annual Celebration of Architecture, which opened three days of design-focused sessions at the organization’s state convention. Incoming 2026 AIA President Illya Azaroff, FAIA, joined members, partners and guests on Wednesday to […]
Charlie Kirk, a conservative youth activist and CEO of Turning Point USA, has been fatally shot during an event at a college in Utah.
RAPID CITY, S.D. – A Pennington County man was sentenced to prison for a violent knife attack that took place
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Rapid City Police are continuing their efforts to curb crime at a troubled apartment complex on E. Watertown Street. The complex at 225 E. Watertown Street, […]
CUSTER, S.D. – Custer Search and Rescue was paged out Tuesday for a report of a man with a broken
STURGIS, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley chose his hometown of Sturgis to officially kick off his campaign for Congress. He officially announced his run for U.S. House […]
“There’s been a lot of tears in rehearsals, not out of frustration but out of joy:” South Dakota Symphony Orchestra effort started as ‘conviction’ of conductor.
Update from the RCPD: Tyler Ironboy has been located and taken into custody for Aiding and Abetting Second Degree Murder
LEAD, S.D. – The Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man for arson and assault following an incident Monday in Lead. Authorities say they responded to a residence south of […]
SUNDANCE, Wyo. – The Crook County, Wyoming Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal house fire that occurred Sunday. According to a release, on Sunday, September 7, at approximately 12:05 p.m., […]
RAPID CITY, S.D. – A man has been arrested for second degree murder following a fatal assault at a Rapid
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Stephen “Steve-O” Glover, known for his outrageous stunts on the hit MTV reality show “Jackass,” is
PIERRE, S.D. – Today, Governor Larry Rhoden released the full plan for a new prison to be built at the Benson
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Firefighters with the Rapid City Fire Department’s Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) unit completed their annual
RAPID CITY, S.D. – A woman has been arrested and charged in connection with a robbery at a Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. – A 20-year-old Rapid City man was arrested Saturday night after a robbery and vehicle theft, aided
RAPID CITY, S.D. (Sept. 8, 2025) — A South Dakota Mines professor is turning cutting-edge nanoscience into a skincare breakthrough that could reshape the anti-aging industry. Tugba Ozdemir, Ph.D., assistant professor of nanoscience and biomedical engineering, has created InovaSkin, a serum designed to harness the body’s own hyaluronic acid (HA) for a more natural and […]
STURGIS, S.D. – The Meade 46-1 School Board gets together for their September monthly meeting tonight. On the agenda, the unofficial preliminary fall enrollment count that was taken on September […]
Rapid City, South Dakota – A review of market data shows approximately 905 homes for sale in Rapid City. One
The Legislature’s Rules Review Committee will now consider whether to allow the changes to take effect PIERRE, S.D. — In an emotionally
PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced a South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) review has determined that three officers were justified in their use of […]
A proposed enCore Energy uranium mine in South Dakota would be located along the southwestern edge of the Black Hills,
RAPID CITY, S.D. – A dozen runners will begin a 437-mile journey across South Dakota this month to raise awareness
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – SoDak Circuit, a free, all-ages esports event, is returning for its second year on Saturday, Oct.
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Trav’s Outfitter, a well-known name in work and western footwear and apparel, is opening a new
RAPID CITY, S.D. – The Rapid City Fire Department is holding a specialized live fire training exercise for its Aircraft
STURGIS, S.D. – The Sturgis & Meade County Animal Shelter has reached full capacity and is unable to accept additional animals at this time. Sturgis Police Chief Geody VanDewater said […]
Three candidates hoping to be South Dakota’s next governor support a statewide policy or law banning cellphones from school classrooms.
8:18PM Crews have repaired the water line, service is restored and traffic flow has returned to normal. RAPID CITY, S.D.
RAPID CITY, SD – The City of Rapid City’s water superintendent, Eric Boyda, has provided assurances that the community’s water
STURGIS, S.D. — Sonic Powersports shattered sales records during the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, with more than 1,100 motorcycles sold across its five Harley-Davidson dealerships in the Black Hills. The Charlotte, N.C.-based Sonic Automotive, one of the nation’s largest automotive and powersports retailers, said its flagship Black Hills Harley-Davidson in Rapid City again ranked as […]
RAPID CITY, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced that an investigation by the South Dakota Division of
RAPID CITY – The South Dakota Department of Education has announced its policy for free and reduced-price meals for the
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Sanford Medical Center Fargo and Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls have again been named
Rapid City is alive with flavor, sound, and celebration this weekend. From high-energy concerts to comedy and unique cultural events,
RAPID CITY, SD — Though conflict has been intense in days prior, Mayor Jason Salamun today signed off on the
PIERRE, S.D. – Governor Larry Rhoden has released the draft legislation for a new prison, a move that brings the
RAPID CITY, S.D. – The John T. Vucurevich Foundation’s (JTVF) “Bright Note 2025” event, featuring actor, musician, and philanthropist Kevin
STURGIS, S.D. – The Meade County Commission’s first September meeting dealt mainly with the 2026 budget Tuesday. Commissioners are looking at a $28-million dollar budget for 2026, with highways roads […]
STURGIS, S.D. – The Sturgis City Council got together for their first meeting of September Tuesday night. On the agenda, 2026 budget hearings began with several departments coming before council. […]
8:52am – Authorities report this is a minor accident possibly caused by a medical issue. RAPID CITY, S.D. – The
UNDATED – The state of South Dakota cannot enforce a new law that would shorten the window for circulating ballot question petitions by three months, a judge has ruled. U.S. […]
RAPID CITY, SD — At 9:35am a silver vehicle was reported at the McDonalds at 804 E. North Street following
RAPID CITY, SD — Tuscon Arizona man John Parrado, 37, was arrested this morning following a lisence plate violation. At
CUSTER, S.D. – Two men died in a single-vehicle ATV crash Monday evening, September 1, seven miles south of Custer.
CUSTER, S.D. – The South Dakota highway patrol says two men died in a single vehicle ATV crash Monday evening seven miles south of Custer, SD. The names of the […]
UNDATED – For the most part, the summer of 2025 has not been kind to the South Dakota tourism industry,
Last week’s deadly school shooting in Minnesota has students, parents and teachers again feeling the weight of gun violence. Educators
RAPID CITY, S.D. – A search and rescue operation in the Black Hills was launched Sunday for a hiker who
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Residents of Rapid City and the surrounding Black Hills area may have a rare opportunity to
Twelve members of the South Dakota National Guard are joining troops policing Washington, D.C., according to an announcement Sunday by
HOT SPRINGS, S.D.— First-responders say they rescued a hiker who had fell from a mountain in the southern Black Hills Saturday. Authorities say the man fell approximately 30 feet at […]
The Rapid City Rush, proud ECHL affiliates of NHL Calgary Flames, have announced their promotional game nights for the 2025-2026
MISSOULA, Mont. – The federal government recently finalized an $18 million settlement with 12 people who were sexually abused by
STURGIS, S.D. – The City of Sturgis has announced the official launch of its Safe Streets and Roads for Allproject, a major step toward creating safer, more accessible streets, sidewalks, […]
RAPID CITY, SD – Golden Ticket Cinemas announced plans to build a new movie theater in Rapid City, South Dakota,
STURGIS, S.D. – A 21-year-old Sturgis man was sentenced to 30 years in prison Friday after pleading guilty but mentally ill to attempted murder of a law enforcement officer. Frederick […]