Rolling out the red carpet in Rapid City

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Published on Monday, November 2, 2015

By Vern May

Rapid City is recognized as the "Little City with a Lotta Heart" and that was evidenced on Saturday, Oct. 24 when that community’s chamber of commerce hosted a meet and greet to welcome new friends and neighbours to town.

The event included displays and a gift bag for all attendees showcasing the diverse scope of community groups and organizations as well as local services and area businesses. This was the second time the chamber has presented this event, after a successful showing in 2013. Given the continued growth and number of new residents that have since arrived, the meet and greet was presented to share what the town has to offer. An intimate and lively crowd turned out to learn more and to take in a presentation about the community and a summary of its history.

Some first-timers to the community may be surprised to learn that the farming town of 450 is home to more than 40 local businesses, offering a wide range of products and services. Combined with the active slate of community groups and committees, Rapid City offers a busy schedule of activities including a local drama club, art classes, trivia night, weekly Texas Hold ‘Em events and more.

The meet and greet spoke to the vibrancy of the community and provided a snapshot view that demonstrated why Rapid City has been actively attracting new families and inspiring the construction of new homes in the riverside town.