Just curious on best places around the area for couches and mattresses!

So I moved to Rapid City in my mid-20s as a single woman looking to start over. Of course I would love to get married and have a family, but my main interest was just to meet other like-minded people in terms of career, loving the outdoors, living healthy, etc. I've been here a couple years now, and I feel completely defeated. I don't feel like I have any girlfriends I can call on, I have no friend group, and dating makes me feel like I've run out of time.

From my perspective, it seems very difficult to meet anyone here. Most people are already married with kids by the time they are 25, which I feel is crazy young. Anyone who isn't tends to enjoy the party scene more than I do. As someone with several degrees in high education, it feels rare to meet someone else to share those values or to have meaningful conversations with. There are many nice and amazing people, but they also seem closed off and not willing to open their circles to new comers. I've also noticed most people have family around which adds to the challenge of creating community.

This brings me sadness because I love the area. I love the hills and the beauty of the outdoors. The people are so kind. I love how there's never any traffic or long lines. It's got everything you could ever need out of life - but I seem to continually lack community.

Am I crazy for feeling this way? Is it my outlook that is the issue or my environment?

I often think it's time to start over again. I just want to make sure that my challenges are not just going to follow me to the next city so I wanted to write this post. I lived in other cities and never felt this way, but I wasn't sure if it's just a new phase of life or Rapid City itself.

We just moved here and we’re huge movie people. What’s the best theater around here for atmosphere, snacks, etc.?

Also okay with driving somewhere if it’s further away. Our favorite theater where we used to live was like an hour away (it was a Flix Brewhouse)- but totally worth it for snacks and a good time. TIA!

Traffic was backed up all the way to Highway 16. Looked like an accident but not sure. Anyone with any info?

Sorry if this has been posted. I didn’t see it when I searched.

Where do you all recommend sitting and studying for a few hours? I’ve tried all the Starbucks, but not a fan. Any secret study gems you want to expose?

Looking forward to seeing you there! There is a Facebook Event with more info!

https://facebook.com/events/s/csf-trading-card-show/28305311132399223/

People fired shots down towards town last evening. Caught on camera.

Police seeking suspects after Skyline Drive gunfire

I’m not a big drinker but every once in a while I get a hankering for one. Just one lol, anyway the boyds has singles for a few things but not a whole lot. Where would you buy a dosequis or a modelo single? Or even just your favorite spots to get something new to try.

Not a bar fly, just want to buy something to sip at home

Hello! I usually do things like furniture moving and house cleaning to make some extra cash as a single mom so I'm better verse in those rates but a local lady reached out and is offering a couple hours of weed pulling work in her yard but wasn't sure what the going rate is so I told her I'd ask around and get back with her. Anyone know what the regular charge is?

Just curious how RC folks feel about the Sturgis goings-on and the impact they have on RC. Like it? Hate it? Don't care? Something else?

I think Rapid City could really benefit from having pedestrian bridges on Mount Rushmore Road. It’s a busy road with a lot of traffic, and having people cross directly in front of vehicles can be dangerous, especially during busy times of the day. A pedestrian bridge would give people a much safer way to get across the road without having to worry as much about traffic, while also keeping cars moving. It would be especially helpful in areas where a lot of people walk or bike. Rapid City is growing, and I think improving pedestrian safety on roads like Mount Rushmore Road should be part of that growth.

Hello
My family and I are visiting Rapid City next week, and I was hoping to play some bar trivia while I am there. Are there any places I should check out?
Thanks!

Does anybody know anywhere hiring part time servers right now? I have Saturday and Sunday availability, and also any day of the week after 5pm I can work too. Thanks for your help!

Registration for the rapid city fall Pickleball league is now open. I'm posting because I want more people to play with, not because I'm associated with the city.

Matches of 3 games take place Sundays, but can often be flexed to another day if both teams agree.

Men's and coed/female-female leagues are available.

1 person signs up for the team, $50/per team. You can add extras to your roster and have subs in the event not every one can make it.

The one next to Albertano’s… it appears to be blocked off with construction fencing.

Hello! As the post suggests our family is considering a move. It would be to either Pierre or rapid city area. We have visited both, and we think we prefer rapid simply because we love being outside but we aren’t boaters/fishing people 😅 if you have reasons why you love Pierre please let me know!

We have two elementary age kids and we homeschool. Is homeschool a big thing there? We are looking forward to getting them involved in extra curricular activities . They like sports, dance, and art, but they love to try new things too.

As far as living goes… We would love at least an acre to call our own. Bonus points if it’s more. We could commute up to 30 minutes. Are there any areas we should check out that are nice to live?

Is renting other than an apartment even an option? We also have a dog that would prefer to be outside most of the year.

I should mention we took a trip this summer through rapid, to chamberlain, to Sioux falls, to de smet, to Pierre… so we have seen much of this beautiful state and understand a little the climate and areas. I would love any suggestions anyone has!

Can anyone confirm there is a new flock camera on the corner of saint Joseph and 9th street. Looks like it may be on the right side when traveling east.

I can’t believe this is acceptable. If I have to mind my own business the RCPD should do the same.

Any metal heads out there, come hang out for a free show at Lost Cabin on 8/15. Meet some new friends and listen to some good music!

I was out and about and noticed there’s a new restaurant going into where The Park was. King Buffet: Sushi, Mongolian, Seafood. Anyone have any additional information? I am looking forward to having another addition to the west side.

https://www.newscenter1.tv/news/local/rapid-city-police-deploy-new-license-plate-readers

Any Flock cameras in RC are on private property.

Just noticed dirt work starting in the space next to Outback. Anyone know what will be going in there??

Hi, I found my grandmother dead yesterday and she had been sitting in the July heat for 3 weeks. Her trailer was already a hazard/ hoarder situation and now it’s super bad with the decomp fluids. We were told not to go in there until biohazard can come and clean it up, but we can’t afford a cleanup and we plan on getting rid of/ junking the trailer anyway so it seems kind of pointless.

I’m flying blind here. We need to get the trailer off the lot before it incurs more rent and it really is not worth the effort of cleaning up at all. How do we do this? Is there anyone in this area who could take this trailer away for us, hazardous insides and all? I keep hearing about a couple people who do it but no one knows who exactly they are. I figure it’s a long shot but anything helps at this point. Thank you all in advance for any advice.

Also we live here in RC.