We want to share part of an essay that was submitted by Maia, one of my (Rhonda) previous 4th-grade students as part of her college application.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 14% of people in Rapid City live in poverty. With those numbers on the rise, one local organization is looking to combat the food insecurity crisis in the community.

As the Thanksgiving festivities come to an end, many of us find ourselves facing the delightful dilemma of what to do with all those delicious leftovers.

In this step-by-step guide, Rhonda Pearcy walks us through the process of preparing a mouthwatering brined turkey that will leave your guests asking for seconds.

Fork Real Café is a place where food and community intersect in Rapid City. This unique café has become a cornerstone of the community, serving delicious meals to people from all walks of life.

Attendees will have the opportunity to taste delicious food samples, and have a chance to win a variety of food experiences–from full Thanksgiving meals made to order or a 5-course meal made in-home, to a spaghetti splash dinner event, or amazing specialty cakes—all donated by the talented chefs featured at the Dinner Auction.

We are a better place thanks to the fantastic individuals who volunteer on a regular basis at Fork Real Community Café. One of those amazing people is Laura Cann

We are so thankful for Lisa and Carl Saunders! Lisa volunteers with us every single week at the Café, and Carl assists us with special events.

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) - On Tuesday, Elevate Rapid City held its second annual awards ceremony, an event to spotlight the work that local businesses do for the community and local economy.

SPEARFISH — More than 200 women gathered on May 23 to celebrate accomplished businesswomen at the Pivot Great & Small: Celebrating Women in Business Awards Luncheon at the Spearfish Holiday Inn Convention Center.

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) - A pay-what-you-can restaurant in Rapid City is planning to be on the move... but not in the way you might imagine.

Fork Real Café wants to take its mission to feed people on the road. The café has launched a “30 N 30” campaign to raise money for a food truck or trailer.

Fork Real Café wants to take its mission to feed people on the road. The nonprofit café is launching a “30 N 30” campaign on Wednesday to raise money for a food truck or trailer.

With the legislative session already underway in Pierre, Rapid City’s Fork Real Café was recognized and honored by the South Dakota Retailers Association for the work they do in the Rapid City community.

Fork Real Café in Rapid City has been honored with the South Dakota Retailers Association’s annual Community Service Award.

The South Dakota Retailers Association (SDRA) has recognized the Fork Real Cafe in Rapid City with its annual Community Service Award.

News Center One stopped by the Chefs Dinner Auction at the Dahl Arts Center on November 5.

The Rapid City Journal highlights the Chef’s Dinner Auction, taking place this Saturday November 5 at the Dahl Arts Center.

Rising Inflation has caused more people to struggle to get necessities such as food and one Rapid City business is doing what they can to feed the community despite rising supply costs.