This week in 1956, Elvis Presley went on the Steve Allen Show and performed his hit song “Hound Dog” to an actual hound. It made for a strange bit of television. Allen ambushed Elvis with the dog, asking him on the show without telling Elvis a dog would be waiting for him onstage with a top hat and a scowl.
Not only does Rapid City, South Dakota provide you with a variety of professional and personal growth opportunities, it also positions you within one hour of over 10 state and national parks. The outdoor recreational activity choices are endless.
The SunCatcher Therapeutic Riding Academy kicked off their Special Olympics Area Show, with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony hosted by Elevate Rapid City. The community was invited to watch as participants showcased skills they learned through their Special Olympics Equestrian and Therapeutic Horsemanship sessions.
Elevate Rapid City offers a premier Job Board for regional employers and job seekers. Those looking for help applying for jobs can access career coaches and resume reviews. It's also a great opportunity to post your resume so employers can find you. The weekly Hot Jobs highlights new openings from area business partners. As an investor of Elevate you can post a job for free. Contact us to learn more!
Dillon Matuska recently joined the Elevate Rapid City team as the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Manager. Originally from Gillette, Wyoming, Dillon moved to Denver, Colorado in 2015 where he spent eight years earning his degree and working with various businesses.
A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was recently held for Borracho's Mexican Diner and Cantina by Elevate Rapid City. Nearly 30 people were in attendance and enjoyed the free margaritas provided by this family-owned and family-operated restaurant.
A vibrant city and popular tourist destination, Rapid City, South Dakota comes alive as the temperatures rise each summer by offering countless events and fun things to do. Not only do locals spend their summers experiencing the unlimited outdoor recreational activity options, they also enjoy the annual events put on by local businesses year after year.
Rapid City celebrated the 2nd annual Elevate Business Awards Night in the LaCroix Hall at The Monument. Established in 2022, the Elevate Business Awards Night honors businesses, organizations, and people within our community for making significant contributions to our mission: elevate the region for all.
As growth continues to boom throughout Rapid City, our infrastructure is working to keep up. While the city continues to expand, new businesses and organizations enter our market every month, leading us to ask, “what’s that going to be?”
Moderated by Lori Frederick of Elevate Rapid City, the most recent Critical Issues Luncheon at The Rushmore Hotel discussed smart growth and economic development throughout Rapid City.