🚗 Rapid City's Used Car Market Booms! 🌟

issue 68

April 22, 2024

In this Local Growth News Rapid City Issue…

 🌤️ Rapid City Weather - Cloudy with a High of 63

🚗 Rapid City Sees Uptick in Used Car Sales

🌱 Empowering Tribal Nations: Journey of Justice and Equality

🏠 What to Know About Starter Homes in South Dakota

💸 Property Tax Panel Discusses High Rates in Rapid City

🏈 Marshals Football Returns to the Black Hills

📚 Storytime & Crafts with Jane: Connecting Children to Nature

🍝 Benefit Spaghetti Feed & Silent Auction by Black Hills Raptor Center

📅 Upcoming Events 

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Organization helping families of all income levels afford necessities

Rapid City organization helps families embrace the warmer weather without financial strain.

www.kotatv.com/video/2024/04/22/organization-helping-families-all-income-levels-afford-necessities

Rapid City sees uptick in used car sales

The used car market in Rapid City is staying strong.

www.kotatv.com/video/2024/04/22/rapid-city-sees-uptick-used-car-sales

Empowering Tribal Nations: The ongoing journey of justice and equality

WASHINGTON (AP) — A quarter-century ago, the Justice Department had few meaningful relationships with Native American tribes.

www.newscenter1.tv/news/empowering-tribal-nations-the-ongoing-journey-of-justice-and-equality/article_bee2cdc4-fe5f-11ee-a17e-f3f920273df4.html

Rapid City Stevens, Dell Rapids earn Sunday wins

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Rapid City Stevens and Brookings split their Sunday doubleheader, while Dell Rapids claimed two wins over Tea Area. The second-ranked Raiders defeated the Bobcats 1…

www.keloland.com/sports/rapid-city-stevens-dell-rapids-earn-sunday-wins

What to know about starter homes in South Dakota

Here is a summary of data on starter homes in South Dakota and how it compares to the rest of the country.

www.newscenter1.tv/news/state/south-dakota-starter-homes/article_31dbdf8c-7cc2-59fb-bd84-097e63752414.html

Property tax panel discusses high rates with the public in Rapid City

A forum featuring a panel of experts gathered at the South Dakota School of Mines in Rapid City to discuss the escalating cost of property taxes.

www.newscenter1.tv/news/property-tax-forum-in-rapid-city-public/article_f928128a-ff74-11ee-9438-7718f5261512.html

Marshals football returns to the Black Hills

Plus, SD Mines football hosts annual spring game

www.blackhillsfox.com/2024/04/21/marshals-football-returns-black-hills

Rapid Citian Laura Armstrong: It appears that Rapid City’s Vision Fund is losing the ability to see our future properly — The South Dakota Standard

Rapid City’s historic Vision Fund , established in the aftermath of the 1972 flood , has played a pivotal role in Rapid City's development. The fund’s revenue comes from a sales tax created through a special election to fund the construction of the Barnett Arena . Once the bonds were paid,

www.sdstandardnow.com/home/rapid-citian-laura-armstrong-it-appears-that-rapid-citys-vision-fund-is-losing-the-ability-to-see-our-future-properly

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Storytime & Crafts with Jane

April 23rd - 4-H Youth Program Advisor Jane Amiotte shares stories that connect children to nature, followed by a craft.

rapidcitylibrary.org/event/10267939

Tot Time - WaTiki® Indoor Waterpark

April 25th - Let the little ones splash carefree during Tot Time at WaTiki®! Enjoy the Waterpark and have a totally tubular time every Thursday in April.

www.watikiwaterpark.com/events/tot-time

Scared Scriptless (April 26th)

Scared Scriptless (April 26th) Hosted By Seraphim Theatrical Entertainment. Event starts on Friday, 26 April 2024 and happening at Pure Bean Coffeehouse, Rapid City, SD. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information.

allevents.in/rapid%20city/scared-scriptless-april-26th/200026300310756

Black Hills Environmental Coalition Weekly Meetings

Join the Black Hills Environmental Coalition every Monday at 9 AM at the Rapid City Library in the Hoyt room for a casual meet-up focused on community resiliency and collaboration to address the climate crisis. Whether you're deeply involved in environmental efforts or simply looking to learn more and contribute, your presence is welcome. For the latest updates, including holiday cancellations, join our WhatsApp group: Join WhatsApp Group. For more information, visit our website: www.BlackHills.Earth.

Benefit Spaghetti Feed & Silent Auction by Black Hills Raptor Center

The Black Hills Raptor Center is hosting a benefit spaghetti feed and silent auction on Saturday, April 27, from 4:30 to 7:30 PM at Canyon Lake United Methodist Church (3500 Canyon Lake Drive). Enjoy a delicious spaghetti meal for $10 per plate or $30 for a family of four or more. Participate in our silent auction featuring a range of fabulous items donated from across the Black Hills and purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win a stunning falcon-themed quilt crafted by Board member Steve Benn. Attend one of three live bird programs scheduled for 5 PM, 6 PM, and 7 PM. Bake sale items and Raptor Center merchandise will also be available for purchase. Support this great cause and learn more about our feathered friends. Tickets can be acquired via the Raptor Center website: blackhillsraptorcenter.org or at the door.

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