Community Calendar

Join Sean Hollearn on Monday, January 5th at 5:30pm at the Sturgis Public Library for a class on building health skills. This week we will focus on building healthy habits and learning practical ways to care for your overall well-being. No registration is required, but appreciated. RSVP by calling the library at 605-347-2624, or email Sierra at [email protected]

Join us at the Joy Center with financial expert Victoria Funk, who will go over important tips for business tax preparation. As the year comes to a close, businesses have a valuable opportunity to optimize their financial and tax positions. Learn how to examine your expenses and incomes, maximize deductions, and review retirement plans. Other important steps will be examined such as what impacts your taxable income and the benefits of consulting with tax professionals. From this event, you will be able to evaluate your business’s financial goals and plan accordingly for the upcoming year.

Wondering how to take the next steps to grow your business and hire employees? Join industry experts Shelly Rose, Coeur Wharf, Synova Nicolaisen, Black Hills HR Consulting, and Jennifer Martini, Board of Directors of Black Hills SHRM for the first of four practical workshops in the series to kick-start the process of hiring employees. This workshop series is perfect for any small business owner, whether you’re new to having employees or want to make sure you’re compliant and following industry best practices. In this workshop, learn about putting together and posting job descriptions, understanding labor markets, and getting the most out of your interview and hiring process.

Not all marketing is created equal—and not every strategy fits every business. In this insightful webinar, we’ll guide you through the key decisions that shape effective marketing. This includes identifying your target audience, setting a realistic budget, and evaluating the ROI of various tactics. Learn how to balance short-term wins with long-term brand building, and explore the fundamentals of digital marketing to stay competitive in today’s landscape. Whether you're a small business owner or a valued employee, this session will help you align your marketing efforts with your business goals.

You’ve now interviewed your candidates and are ready to hire your first employee. But as all small business owners have experienced, you don’t know what you don’t know. Learn from industry experts Shelly Rose, Coeur Wharf, Jennifer Martini, Board of Directors of Black Hills SHRM, and Synova Nicolaisen, Black Hills HR Consulting about the danger zones when you have employees and how to find the resources you need to be compliant and follow industry best practices. During this in-person/online session we will cover:
⦁ Contractors vs Employees
⦁ Limits for Part-time Labor
⦁ Age Requirements
⦁ Other hot topics

Being familiar with applicable areas of employment law will help keep your business running smoothly and keep you out of HOT water. You DO NOT need to attend session 1 to attend later sessions.

All selected students will receive scholarships to attend the NSTI! The scholarship will cover the cost of on-campus housing, food, and workshops, so the camp is free! During this one-week-long summer camp, you will be introduced to different aspects of transportation engineering, such as planning, materials, and transportation modes, among other topics. You’ll also have an opportunity to participate in hands-on lab activities in workshops and learn from experts about the transportation sector and the problems transportation engineers solve.

Eligibility Criteria:
-Entering grades 8–12 (as of 2025-2026 school year)
-Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 (out of 4.0)
-Completed algebra (or will be qualified to enroll in coming school term)
-Interested in engineering, science, or technology

All selected students will receive scholarships to attend the NSTI! The scholarship will cover the cost of on-campus housing, food, and workshops, so the camp is free! During this one-week-long summer camp, you will be introduced to different aspects of transportation engineering, such as planning, materials, and transportation modes, among other topics. You’ll also have an opportunity to participate in hands-on lab activities in workshops and learn from experts about the transportation sector and the problems transportation engineers solve.

Eligibility Criteria:
-Entering grades 8–12 (as of 2025-2026 school year)
-Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 (out of 4.0)
-Completed algebra (or will be qualified to enroll in coming school term)
-Interested in engineering, science, or technology

All selected students will receive scholarships to attend the NSTI! The scholarship will cover the cost of on-campus housing, food, and workshops, so the camp is free! During this one-week-long summer camp, you will be introduced to different aspects of transportation engineering, such as planning, materials, and transportation modes, among other topics. You’ll also have an opportunity to participate in hands-on lab activities in workshops and learn from experts about the transportation sector and the problems transportation engineers solve.

Eligibility Criteria:
-Entering grades 8–12 (as of 2025-2026 school year)
-Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 (out of 4.0)
-Completed algebra (or will be qualified to enroll in coming school term)
-Interested in engineering, science, or technology

All selected students will receive scholarships to attend the NSTI! The scholarship will cover the cost of on-campus housing, food, and workshops, so the camp is free! During this one-week-long summer camp, you will be introduced to different aspects of transportation engineering, such as planning, materials, and transportation modes, among other topics. You’ll also have an opportunity to participate in hands-on lab activities in workshops and learn from experts about the transportation sector and the problems transportation engineers solve.

Eligibility Criteria:
-Entering grades 8–12 (as of 2025-2026 school year)
-Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 (out of 4.0)
-Completed algebra (or will be qualified to enroll in coming school term)
-Interested in engineering, science, or technology

All selected students will receive scholarships to attend the NSTI! The scholarship will cover the cost of on-campus housing, food, and workshops, so the camp is free! During this one-week-long summer camp, you will be introduced to different aspects of transportation engineering, such as planning, materials, and transportation modes, among other topics. You’ll also have an opportunity to participate in hands-on lab activities in workshops and learn from experts about the transportation sector and the problems transportation engineers solve.

Eligibility Criteria:
-Entering grades 8–12 (as of 2025-2026 school year)
-Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 (out of 4.0)
-Completed algebra (or will be qualified to enroll in coming school term)
-Interested in engineering, science, or technology