Rapid City News Room (725 items)

Informal open house slated for April 24 invites questions, written comments RAPID CITY, SD--The Rapid City Community Development Department is hosting an open house on proposed changes to the City's Tax Increment Financing Policy.  The open house is scheduled for Tuesday, April 24 at 2 p.m. in the Third Floor…

At the Monday, April 16 City Council meeting, Mayor Steve Allender presented a mayoral proclamation, declaring April 15-21 as National Volunteer Week in Rapid City.    Local volunteer organizers appeared with the Mayor for the proclmation presentation.  Almost 241,000 South Dakotans volunteer time and services each year, making South Dakota…

AIR FORCE RETIREE NAMED APRIL'S VETERAN OF THE MONTH Pascal Bedard known for his 'how can I serve you' attitude RAPID CITY, SD--Humbled by his work growing up in the family's dairy and wood business, Pascal Bedard aspired to make something great of his life.  In 1981, he decided to…

North Middle School Courtyard and Exterior Drainage Project Recognized RAPID CITY, SD--The Rapid City Area School District is being recognized with the Rapid City Sustainability Award for the Courtyard and Exterior Drainage Improvements Project at North Middle School.             The District was recognized at the April 16 City Council meeting. …

RAPID CITY, SD--The Rapid City Planning Commission today approved three planned developments including an apartment complex in north Rapid City and for a residential development in the Johnson Ranch Subdivision area.             The Commission approved a request by Select Construction for Doeck LLC for an apartment complex at 3124 Champion…

RAPID CITY--Mayor Steve Allender has scheduled his eighth public presentation on the Civic Center Arena expansion.             The presentation is scheduled for Thursday, April 5 at 6:30 p.m. in the Black Hills Ballroom of the Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn.   The presentation is sponsored and hosted by the Rushmore Plaza Holiday…

RAPID CITY, SD--A total of 263 building permits were issued in March by the City's Building Services Division with a total valuation of $17,029,327.             For 2018, the City has issued 665 building permits with a total three-month valuation of $142,512,940.  During the first three months of 2017, the City…

RAPID CITY, SD--As spring approaches and temperatures begin an upward swing, the City receives an increased number of requests for special event and parade permits.             City permits are required for parades and special events on City property.  Scheduled walks, demonstrations, processions and marches using City streets, sidewalks, alleys or…

Library, Swim Center, Ice Arena will be open but closed Easter Sunday RAPID CITY--City administrative offices will be closed Friday, March 30 in observance of Good Friday, affecting city transit and trash collection services.  Some City facilities will be open Good Friday and closed on Easter Sunday.             Rapid Transit…

Long-time director Angie Weeks departing after 30 years of service to program RAPID CITY, SD--Ann Hines has been named manager of the Black Hills Retired Senior Volunteer Program+ (RSVP+) effective April 1.  As manager of the program, Hines will provide oversight to several hundred volunteers who provide services to local…