RAPID CITY, S.D. — Many locals found their way out to Canyon Lake on Wednesday morning, enjoying a long-awaited sunny day. “Just being outside, you know, fly-fishing takes you to some cool places, you know, or you could just run down to the creek in town real fast too so,...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — From the moment they’re born, children are learning – through experiences, exploration, interactions and attention. Research shows that children who experience quality care and education are better prepared for school and throughout their lives. Darbi Hunt, birth to five Learning Specialist with South Dakota Statewide Family...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — “Molar 2,” a mobile clinic operated by Delta Dental of South Dakota, will be at WellFully in Rapid City this week to provide free dental care to local children. Dental hygienists are doing evaluations on Monday and Tuesday, then providing follow-up treatments for the rest of...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City Fire Station Five has a new engine in service. The new truck was placed into the station five fleet during a ceremony that included a blessing from a fire chaplain and a water down ceremony. The new engine is unique due to it’s filtration system...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — The Roosevelt Swim Center is lending a hand to the Easter Bunny with goodie bags for the kids. Six dozen goodie bags are available for purchase from now until March 28th. Each bag is $10, with all proceeds going towards Parks and Recreation activities and programs....

RAPID CITY, S.D. — When kids and teens try to filter through their emotions, it can be overwhelming. By listening and reassuring children that the effects of the pandemic are beyond their control, and that it’s ok to have a sense of loss from unmet expectations, it can help to...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — It’s history in the making. For the first time in South Dakota’s history, high school girls are wrestling for State Class A and B titles in the newly sanctioned sport. The process of getting the sports sanctioned in the state has been rewarding, one that has...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City woman Katie Bates saw a story on the bed building program on television, she felt moved to start a chapter in Rapid City and has been running it for just over a year. With product donations from local businesses and volunteers donating their time...

PIERRE, S.D. – On Thursday, Governor Kristi Noem signed House Bill 1034, which simplifies youth hunting and fishing requirements in South Dakota. “2020 was a tremendous year for youth hunting and fishing in South Dakota, and we’re building on that for the future,” said Governor Noem. “The goal of this legislation is...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Knecht Home Center of Rapid City is excited to announce they have partnered with First Assembly of God church and City Serve and Farmers to Families for a food distribution. Anyone is welcome to come and pick up a box of food on Friday February 26th...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City is looking for volunteers to take part in this year’s Community Clean-Up Week. It’s usually an annual event, but last year’s was canceled, making it even more vital to find people to help the effort. The event is part of the city-wide Clean-Up Week...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — If you’re looking for a summer job, Rapid City is looking for you. The city has openings at golf courses, parks, pools, and other venues. Some of the jobs available: Lifeguards Personal trainers Concession workers Landscape and facility maintenance workers Applications are being accepted now, with city...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Dr. Lori Simon, Superintendent of the Rapid City Area Schools, announced on Monday that HomeSlice Media Group has offered to host prom for RCAS juniors and seniors after graduation. RCAS cancelled prom last week in an attempt to mitigate the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Simon said that...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Representatives from Rapid City Area Schools are scheduled to make an announcement about this year’s Junior/Senior Prom Monday, February 22, at 2:00 p.m. The announcement, which will be streamed live on NewsCenter1.tv, comes after RCAS received some criticism for their decision to cancel prom for the...

DEADWOOD, S.D. — The Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center hosted an afternoon of new year fun for kids in grades kindergarten through six. It was a celebration of the Chinese new year, and the year of the ox. “We decided we were going to celebrate that sort of tradition...

This season, innovative girls are offering a number of ways consumers can purchase Girl Scout Cookies with safety at top of mind while still learning valuable entrepreneurship skills. You can even surprise someone with the treats to be delivered to their house. Girl Scouts are setting up contactless drive-through locations,...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — School of Mines graduate students Debbie and Kate began exploring the idea of bringing a tutoring program to South Dakota after volunteering themselves for a tutoring program out of New York. They wanted to fill a gap for families where students didn’t have the resources they...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — The COVID-19 pandemic has made in-person therapy a challenge for those struggling with mental health issues. But Youth and Family Services is able to do some therapy in person and are finding new ways to provide therapy virtually. When it comes to younger children, virtual therapy...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — The Rapid City Area School District will offer free developmental screenings at Jefferson School for children ages three through five. These developmental screenings check a child’s development in the areas of language and articulation, concept development, hearing, vision, and motor skills. Information about the child’s development...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Ryan Zens and Alfred Waldo stumbled on a church on South Canyon Road in Rapid City with a for sale sign. It fit the bill for a child care center including classroom space, a kitchen, and stage area totaling over 14,000 square feet. They are in...