Thanks to the tremendous support from our KDSJ, KOTA Radio, Eagle Country, X Rock, Q-92, and Z106-3 listeners, our Feed the Need Food Drive for Feeding South Dakota collected 5,157 pounds of food-providing 4,298 meals for our food-insecure neighbors in the Black Hills. You can always contribute. You can contact Feed...

New federal charges, stacked county court calendars, and finalized hospital tallies show the 2025 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally continues to move through South Dakota's legal and medical systems months after the engines shut down. The rally's extended footprint includes child‑exploitation charges, a Meade County docket...

Gov. Larry Rhoden's first budget includes a $296,000 increase for South Dakota Public Broadcasting to offset lost federal funding and preserve the network's government transparency work, according to his budget address delivered Tuesday. Rhoden told lawmakers the money will support SDPB's "open government platf...

Gov. Larry Rhoden opened his first budget Tuesday, holding K-12 education, healthcare provider rates, and state employee pay flat as the state adjusts to slower sales-tax growth and prepares for the 2026 legislative session. The plan relies on $51.6 million in new ongoing revenue and increases reserves to 12.5 percent,...

South Dakota Public Broadcasting will feature three documentaries highlighting young people with disabilities from Rapid City and Spearfish in its Thanksgiving Day programming lineup. The special programming block, airing Thursday evening, showcases stories of resilience and creativity among youth with intellectual,...

Black Hills State University has earned top honors in Research.com's 2026 rankings. The Spearfish campus was named the best college in South Dakota and also ranked number one for affordability. University President Steve Elliott says the recognition highlights BHSU's welcoming spirit and commitment to personalized educ...

Monument Health, the region's only hospital provider, is bracing for major changes after Sanford Health announced plans for a $500 million medical campus in Rapid City. The new facility, backed by a $300 million donation from philanthropist Denny Sanford, will include a 168‑bed hospital and specialty clinics by 2030....

The Spearfish Rec & Aquatics Center is inviting the community to embrace the holiday spirit with a brand-new tradition: Light Up the Season. From December 1 through December 31, residents and visitors can tour Spearfish and enjoy dazzling light displays created by local homeowners and businesses. This festive in...

A worldwide measles resurgence that stripped Canada of its disease-free status is hitting close to home across the Northern Plains, where falling vaccination rates have left communities vulnerable to the highly contagious virus. South Dakota has reported 12 confirmed measles cases since May, according to the state D...

South Dakota health officials are urging residents to get flu vaccinations as national health experts warn of a potentially difficult flu season, coming on the heels of what health officials called the state's most severe season in 15 years. Why it matters The U.S. flu season is just beginning to ramp up, but int...

A committee of South Dakota lawmakers expressed support Thursday for legislative efforts to rein in powers that some committee members said Republican former Gov. Kristi Noem abused. The Legislature's Government Operations and Audit Committee, which met at the Capitol in Pierre, endorsed draft legislation that would...

Power was cut to much of Western South Dakota and Wyoming Thursday. Black Hills Energy explains the work they did to restore power to Western South Dakota and beyond. According to a social media post from Black Hills Energy, the outage comes from a transmission facility located outside of our system that caused gene...

As the federal government reopens, South Dakota farmers are getting some clarity, too, with a Farm Bill extension. But support organizations say smaller farms remain in a tough spot to boost land health and profits. Once again, Congress reauthorized the Farm Bill by one more year, rather than renegotiate this sprawl...

🔺 Nov. 13, 8:30 p.m. MST - Power has been restored to nearly all Black Hills Energy customers impacted by today's regional transmission outage. Some customers may be experiencing partial power in areas of their home or business. If that's the case, you are encouraged to check for a tripped breaker or an outlet with ...

The Deadwood City Commission held its first reading of the proposed 2026 municipal budget Monday,November 10, 2025 totaling $25,088,965-down more than $2 million from the previous year. Finance Officer Jessicca McKeown attributed the decrease to the completion of a $3 million water redundancy line project and debt r...

Rural-centric organizations remain worried about the loss of family farms and how it changes a town's identity, and they hope South Dakota farmers have more conversations about a transition plan. Between 2012 and 2022, the number of South Dakota farms decreased by more than 3,600, while the average farm size increas...

Thursday, November 6 Armchair Travelers Book Club ~ come tell us about your favorite children's or pre-teen book Sturgis Public Library's Lushbough Room, 12:00 pm Thursday, November 13 Sturgis Area Arts Council Meeting Sturgis Public Library's Lushbough Room, 2:30 pm Friday, November 21 History at High Noon ...

While chronic joint pain surged across most of America over the past decade, South Dakota emerged as a puzzling exception-one that challenges researchers' understanding of what drives arthritis-related suffering. Between 2011 and 2021, South Dakota was one of only four states where joint pain prevalence actually dec...

South Dakota Public Broadcasting endured a brutal year. The broadcaster survived a proposed 65 percent budget cut. It lost all federal funding. Now it races to raise $2 million before Halloween. SDPB has nine days. The network raised $1.9 million-95 percent of its goal. Success means survival. Failure could end S...

South Dakota drivers are among the millions of Americans engaging in aggressive driving behaviors at alarming rates, according to a comprehensive study released in September by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The national survey of 3,020 drivers found that 96 percent of American motorists admitted to at least...

South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds is pushing back against President Trump's plan to provide $40 billion in assistance to Argentina, warning that associated beef imports could devastate American ranchers already struggling with market challenges. Rounds met with Trump and Agriculture Secretary Rollins on Tuesday after...

Microplastics are turning up not just in oceans and rivers but across the Northern Plains, from South Dakota's prairie lakes to Montana's mountain streams. Regional studies confirm the presence of plastic fragments in water and soil throughout the interior U.S., though statewide counts remain scarce, and nanoplastic...

U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson drew a hard line last Thursday, October 16, 2025 against extending COVID-era health care subsidies. He declared he won't vote to reopen the federal government if it means continuing what he called fiscally irresponsible payments to families earning up to 700 percent of the federal poverty lev...

La Niña conditions are present and are expected to persist through December-February, according to the Climate Prediction Center, which forecasts a shift to neutral during January-March 2026. Forecasters say a La Niña winter typically brings below‑normal temperatures to the Northern Plains while prec...

Monument Health has finalized the purchase of Northern Hills Cinema in Spearfish, entering a lease agreement with local entrepreneurs Doug Markworth and Norm Fasse. This ensures the continued operation of the theater for the Spearfish community. The acquisition, part of Monument Health's long-term strategic planning...

South Dakota's healthcare infrastructure faces significant vulnerability to extreme weather and natural hazards, according to a groundbreaking Commonwealth Fund study that ranks the state among those at highest risk due to severe winter weather and extreme storms. The Commonwealth Fund State Scorecard on Climate, He...

South Dakota's national parks generated more than $524 million in visitor spending and supported more than 5,200 jobs in 2024, according to new data from the National Park Service and Headwaters Economics. The state's three National Park Service units - Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, and W...

South Dakota health leaders are trying to jump-start conversations about the world of social media and teens, including the tricky situation for parents when they want to establish safeguards. Researchers continue to examine the harms of excessive screen time and certain app features for all age groups. The developi...

South Dakota's traditional Medicaid expansion without work requirements resulted in significantly higher coverage gains than Georgia's Pathways to Coverage program with mandatory work requirements during the first 15 months of implementation, according to a study published Monday, October 6, 2025 in The BMJ. The res...

Jon Winkler, Riverfront Broadcasting Pierre, was awarded the 2025 Sports Broadcaster of the Year by the South Dakota Broadcasters Association (SDBA) at their annual leadership conference in Sioux Falls. The award recognizes a South Dakota sports broadcaster for their contribution to the field of sports broadcasting ...

Take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, an awareness event which aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. It is coordinate...

Farmers across South Dakota and the Northern Plains report tighter margins this fall as tariffs, weak exports, and heavy crops push prices down, even as the U.S. Department of Agriculture projects higher net farm income nationally for 2025. The federal government shutdown that began Oct. 1 has delayed farm payments ...

(From Mike Moen-Producer, Greater Dakota News Service The government shutdown is getting attention, but farmers in South Dakota also wonder where things stand with agriculture programs now that the Farm Bill has expired. With federal lawmakers locked in a budget stalemate, the current Farm Bill ended Tuesday. Oft...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) The federal shutdown hit day three Thursday, October 2, 2025 with South Dakota's congressional delegation offering competing visions for ending the standoff, even as all three Republicans blame Senate Democrats for the crisis. Federal workers are getting furlough notices, and...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) As the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally drew hundreds of thousands of bikers, vendors and tourists to the Black Hills, tribal leaders again pointed north toward Bear Butte-Matȟó Pahá in Lakota-and raised alarms that the annual roar is squeezing the sacred site. Be...

(From Scott Sundberg, Hub City Radio) A federal government shutdown could stall progress on Alzheimer's research, drug trials, and caregiver support, according to the South Dakota chapter of the Alzheimer's Association. State Executive Director Leslie Morrow said even a brief lapse in funding carries consequences...

Thursday, October 2 Armchair Travelers Book Club Come tell us about your favorite adult fiction book Sturgis Public Library's Lushbough Room, 12:00 pm Thursday, October 9 Sturgis Area Arts Council Meeting Sturgis Library's Lushbough Room, 2:30 pm Friday, October 17 History at High Noon "What's in the ...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) As Congress edges closer to a budget stalemate, South Dakota is staring down the barrel of real-world consequences. Federal paychecks, farm aid, and medical clinics face disruption if lawmakers can't reach a deal by Wednesday, Oct. 1 - though some vital checks will still arrive,...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is breaking with the Trump administration on two fronts - a warning about Tylenol and the government's role in what Americans see on TV. Speaking on CNN's Inside Politics, Thune pushed back after President Donald Trump and Health and...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Tax collections from the 2025 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally totaled $1.58 million, marking a 13% increase over last year's $1.4 million, the South Dakota Department of Revenue reported. State sales tax made up the largest portion at $901,513, up from $790,805 in 2024. The rally al...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Tribal leaders across South Dakota and the Northern Plains face mounting barriers to developing energy projects despite billions in potential federal support, according to a new Government Accountability Office report. The GAO found that the Department of Energy's Tribal Ener...

(From Todd Epp, South Dakota Broadcasters Association) A joint legislative committee advanced Governor Larry Rhoden's $650 million men's prison plan on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 13 to 2, after extended testimony on cost, size, and inmate care. Lieutenant Governor Tony Venhuizen, who chaired the summer prison ta...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) The 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally drew crowds larger than last year's, but the roar of pipes is sharing space with a quieter message: bring the kids. City of Sturgis officials report the 25- to 44-year-old age group increased by three percent between 2022 and 2023. New concer...

The Spearfish Transportation Safety Action Plan website has launched! Learn about the plan and process, leave comments and ideas on an interaction public input map, find out about public engagement opportunities, and sign up for email updates at . In addition, the Safety Action Plan team will be present at the Autum...

The Spearfish City Council will consider the final reading of the 2026 appropriations (budget) ordinance during a Special Session at 5:30 p.m. Monday, September 22. The proposed budget totals $58,504,415 in expenditures for the City's 26 funds. The largest portion of the budgeted expenditures is planned to be spent ...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Black Hills Corp. and NorthWestern Energy announced Aug. 19 they will merge in an all-stock deal worth about $15.4 billion, according to Reuters. Under the agreement, NorthWestern shareholders will receive 0.98 shares of Black Hills for each share they hold, Reuters reported....

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Commission is expanding the territory in the Black Hills where hunters can use dogs to chase mountain lions. The change approved this week adds areas in the eastern and southern Hills. Commissioners also lifted a permit requirement for hu...

The Sturgis & Meade County Animal Shelter has reached full capacity and is unable to accept additional animals at this time. Sturgis Police Chief Geody VanDewater said shelter staff are doing everything they can to care for the animals currently in their care, but space limitations are being pushed beyond normal...

This September, nonprofit Vitalant is, for the first time, offering blood donors an extra check on their health while they help save and improve the lives of patients. All who give blood Sept. 1-30 will receive a free hemoglobin A1C test providing donors key health information. Diabetes Can be Detected Early More...

There will be a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at 6:30 p.m. at Black Hills State University Lyle Hare Stadium to remember and honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, including the 343 firefighters, 60 police officers, and 10 EMS personnel, as well as those who have passed since. Everyone is welcome to climb ...

Thursday, September 4 Armchair Travelers Book Club Sturgis Public Library's Lushbough Room, 12:00 noon Thursday, September 11 Sturgis Area Arts Council Meeting Sturgis Public Library's Lushbough Room, 2:30 pm

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Iris Metals Ltd. is deepening its investment in South Dakota's Black Hills, reporting Thursday, August 28, some of its strongest lithium drilling results to date at the Edison project. The company completed a Phase I diamond drilling program of 15 holes totaling 2,278 meters ...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) The 2025 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally generated more than $1.58 million in state and local tax collections, according to the South Dakota Department of Revenue. That's a 13 percent increase from 2024, fueled by a record 1,181 vendors, up 32 percent from the year before. The break...

Stay informed. Stay prepared. Whether it's a weather alert or City event, stay connected with real-time updates straight to your inbox or mobile device! "We want to highlight the simple, free, customizable options residents and visitors have to receive notifications from the City and encourage everyone to take ...

Former staff members of South Dakota Public Broadcasting have started an alumni group to assist the network and its Friends organization in the wake of federal funding cuts. The group has four mandates: 1. Give money to SDPB to fund programming and operations; 2. Ask others to donate funds to SDPB and Friends; 3. Ad...

Well-behaved dogs of all shapes and sizes, accompanied by their owners, are welcome to Dog Days at the water park from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, September 2, at the Spearfish Recreation and Aquatics Center. The pools are open for the pooches to swim, chase tennis balls, and enjoy some time in the water before the pools are dra...

Black Hills Corp. and NorthWestern Energy announced an all-stock merger on Tuesday, creating a new regional utility with a combined enterprise value of $15.4 billion. The merger, which was unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both companies, will form a single entity headquartered in Rapid City, South Dak...

Students and teachers soon will be celebrating the first day of school in Spearfish public schools. To ensure a safe start to the school year, the Spearfish Police Department reminds motorists and pedestrians to be alert near school zones. "After a summer of becoming acclimated to not seeing school buses, traff...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota Public Broadcasting faces another funding challenge while it faces a substantial cut to its federal funding. But the new technology could also provide new opportunities for SDPB and South Dakotans. SDPB is evaluating "NextGen TV," or ATSC 3.0, to pot...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) As of Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, no law-enforcement agency has publicly confirmed a motorcycle fatality outside South Dakota involving a rider en route to, or returning from, the 2025 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. That absence of confirmation does not prove such deaths did not occur; ma...

Fall Clean Up is Friday and Saturday, September 12-13th. The Spearfish Restricted Use Site (RUS) will be waiving fees for residents of the City of Spearfish and Lawrence County on these days. The RUS will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fees will be waived for residential disposal of all acceptable items on these days...

All are invited to stop by Black Hills Energy Sports Complex, 350 W. Highway 14, for a free Touch A Truck Event from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, August 23rd! This event is organized by the City of Spearfish Safety Committee. "We're excited to host this family-friendly, hands-on experience to explore and int...

The Spearfish City Council Aug. 4 ratified the professional services agreement with SRF Consulting for the development of a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan, aimed at eliminating fatal crashes and significantly reducing severe injury crashes related to the City's street system. SS4A is a pro...

(From Scott Sundberg, Hub City Radio, and Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota lawmakers opened two days of hearings this week in Aberdeen on the state's property tax system, hearing hours of public testimony about rising bills, uneven tax burdens, and possible reforms. The issue affects nearly every Sout...

The South Dakota Commission on Gaming is alerting the public about an increase in fraudulent online casinos falsely claiming to be affiliated with licensed South Dakota gaming establishments. These unauthorized platforms use misleading advertisements, fake apps, and cloned websites to deceive consumers, posing signific...

Congress voted to eliminate all federal funding for public media beginning October 1, cutting $1.1 billion nationwide with little warning. South Dakota Public Broadcasting will lose $2.2 million a year-roughly 30 percent of its annual budget. SDPB now faces immediate programming cuts, budget revisions, and a major p...

(From Mike Moen, Minnesota News Connection, Northern Plains News) A growing number of Americans rely substantially on Social Security payments, according to a recurring survey led by a key senior advocacy group, with fresh insights from Minnesotans as well. Every five years, AARP asks the public how it feels abou...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) In the rolling prairies and small towns of South Dakota, access to health care remains a stubborn challenge. For many rural residents, the nearest clinic can be hours away, and the cost of care is often out of reach. But a new wave of pharmacist-driven mobile health clinics is w...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News South Dakota's teacher shortage extends beyond simple vacancy numbers, according to education policy analysts. Here are five essential facts every South Dakotan should understand about this ongoing crisis. 1. Rural Districts Face the Steepest Challenges Small, rural school ...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) As South Dakota and the nation face summer storms, a new national poll reveals strong bipartisan opposition to proposed federal cuts to weather forecasting and disaster relief programs, including the National Weather Service and FEMA. South Dakota's lone congressman, Rep. Dus...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) 🏥 Emergency departments across South Dakota and the Midwest are reporting a surge in tick bites this summer, with data pointing to one of the busiest peak seasons for ticks in recent years. 📊 As of July 21, 2025, emergency rooms in the Midwest have seen 85 visits for ti...

(From Mike Moen, Greater Dakota News Service) In South Dakota and its neighbors to the west, grassroots groups are recruiting rural residents and other underrepresented people to seek elected office, including the local level. Organizers say they think there's renewed energy to bring fresh voices to politics. The...

(From Brett Peveto, Greater Dakota News Service) Most Gen Z high school students and their parents are unaware of the range of options available to kids after graduation, according to a new survey. The Gallup Panel findings revealed more than half of families know "a great deal" about working at a paid ...

Western South Dakota is beautiful, but it can also be unpredictable. Whether you're heading to the Badlands, Wind Cave, Black Elk Peak, Spearfish Canyon, or anyplace in between, make safety your top priority. Our response organizations are often stretched thin by responding to those who are unprepared for outdoor re...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) A new peer-reviewed study finds that four-day school weeks-adopted by a growing number of districts in South Dakota and neighboring states-are linked to lower student achievement, especially in non-rural schools and among female students. The research, which analyzed student ...

Friday, July 18 - Homestake Opera House in Lead at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, July 20 - Harley-Davidson Point in Sturgis at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 23 - Herrmann Park in Belle Fourche at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, July 24- Outlaw Square in Deadwood at 7:00 p.m.

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) House Democrats are demanding South Dakota's Kristi Noem immediately rescind a new policy that restricts congressional access to immigration detention facilities, calling the restrictions a violation of federal law and the Constitution. Ranking Member Robert Garcia of Califor...

(From Scott Sundberg, Hub City Radio and Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Congressman Dusty Johnson has officially entered the 2026 race for governor of South Dakota. Johnson made his announcement Monday and followed up Wednesday with an appearance on the KSDN Midday Report to outline his plans and policy focus. J...

As summer kicks off, humans and pets alike are excited to enjoy the outdoors. Please consider conditions when planning trips, exercise, and daily routines to ensure your pet is safe and comfortable, and follow all animal ordinances designed for the wellbeing of the community. Spearfish is rife with beautiful are...

Thursday, July 3 Armchair Travelers Book Club Planning Meeting Sturgis Public Library's Lushbough Room, 12:00noon Thursday, July 10 S.A.A.C's July Meeting Sturgis Public Library's Lushbough Room, 2:30pm Sunday, July 20 Northern Hills Community Band Concert Sturgis Harley-Davidson Rally Point, 7:00pm Tues...

Across the nation, Independence Day will be observed over the upcoming holiday. The City of Spearfish encourages residents to celebrate and practice safety during all Fourth of July activities - and reminds everyone that fireworks are not allowed within City Limits nor the Black Hills Fire Protection District (See the ...

It's time for the 7th Annual Spearfish Battle of the Badges Blood Drive! Spearfish police, fire, and ambulance services are joining forces in a friendly competition to save lives! Pick your team, answer the call, and become a hero by donating blood from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22nd, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wed...

(From Paul Bougie, Dakota News Network) Starting July 17th, callers to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline will no longer hear the "Press 3" option for LGBTQ-plus support. The Trevor Project, which had answered more than a million of those calls, is losing funding. Susan Williams with the Transformation Pr...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota farmers and food businesses are facing a 42% price increase on chemicals needed to keep their products cold, which threatens to raise costs throughout the state's $32 billion agriculture industry as it endures record-breaking temperatures and extreme heat warnings. ...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) U.S. Bank's midyear outlook warns that national growth will slow, borrowing costs will stay high, and consumer spending will remain subdued---but South Dakota's economy remains resilient. The analysis comes as economists debate whether the U.S. will undergo a recession or fac...

As summer kicks off, humans and pets alike are excited to enjoy the outdoors. Please consider conditions when planning trips, exercise, and daily routines to ensure your pet is safe and comfortable, and follow all animal ordinances designed for the wellbeing of the community. Spearfish is rife with beautiful areas u...

The 25th Annual Spearfish 4th of July Parade will take place on Friday, July 4th at 12:15 p.m., beginning with a ceremonial B-1 Bomber Flyover to mark the official start of the event. This year's parade is proudly sponsored by the City of Spearfish, the Spearfish Area Chamber of Commerce, and Visit Spearfish. "...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Domestic violence shelters and legal aid providers across South Dakota remain under heavy strain in 2025, as both federal and state funding continue to decline. The impact has been particularly severe in rural areas, where private donations are now helping fill growing service g...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) A dangerous and potentially historic early-summer heat wave is gripping much of South Dakota, northwest Iowa and southwest Minnesota. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Watch from Friday morning through Saturday evening, with heat index values forecast to...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) A new memorial in Rapid City honors the Native American children who died at the Rapid City Indian Boarding School between 1898 and 1933. While the memorial marks a step toward healing, the land's fate after the school's closure reveals a deeper story of broken promises, systemi...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota is at the center of a growing national clash over carbon dioxide pipelines, with state officials taking aggressive action even as the federal government-and former President Donald Trump-remain publicly disengaged from the specific pipeline disputes. In March 202...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) A South Dakota gold exploration company received a 45 percent stock price target boost Tuesday, but its ambitious mining plans now face scrutiny from regulators, residents, and the realities of permitting. Canaccord Genuity raised Dakota Gold Corp.'s target price to $12 per s...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) A recent study by the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) reveals that increased medical expenses during the COVID-19 pandemic led to a significant decline in consumer spending across the United States, with pronounced effects in rural states like South Dakota. The re...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) A new study suggests South Dakota and the northern Plains could get early warnings about disease outbreaks in people-by watching what's happening to local dogs first. Researchers found that pet insurance claims for illnesses like Lyme disease, giardia, and Valley Fever in dog...

Thursday, June 19, 7:00 p.m. - - Adams House, Deadwood Sunday, June 22, 7:00 p.m. - - Harley Davidson Rally Point, Sturgis Thursday, June 26, 7:00 p.m. - - City Park, Spearfish

Thursday, June 5 Armchair Travelers Book Club will be discussing authors C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien Sturgis Public Library's Lushbough Room, 12:00 noon Thursday, June 12 Sturgis Area Arts Council Meeting Sturgis Public Library's Lushbough Room, 2:30 pm Thursday, June 19 - Sunday, June 22 "My Fair Lad...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota continues to lead the nation with the lowest unemployment rate, holding steady at 1.8 percent in April 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This rate is less than half the national average of 4.2 percent, underscoring the state's robust labor mark...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) COVID-19 activity remains low across South Dakota and the northern Plains as of early June, according to the South Dakota Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Public health officials say summer increases have occurred in previous years, and...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota ranks 31st in the country for income levels when adjusted for cost of living, according to WalletHub. The study used data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the Council for Community and Economic Research. The state's median income, adjusted for cost of living, i...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Home construction is falling behind demand in South Dakota while prices climb to record highs, according to new state data and a national housing study. A new study by Harvard and University of Pennsylvania researchers shows the problem goes beyond South Dakota. The study, pu...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Chinese imports fill shelves and supply chains across South Dakota, from Sioux Falls to Rapid City. Most of these goods are consumer products, electronics, and parts for vehicles and farm equipment. The following list is based on 2024 data from the U.S. International Trade Co...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Lion Rock Resources has reported a major gold find at its Volney Project, about 12 miles southwest of Spearfish and 9 miles west of Lead in South Dakota's Black Hills Mining District. Surface sampling returned gold values as high as 189.5 grams per tonne from float material a...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Federal spending reductions have significantly impacted South Dakota's state agencies and programs, with total cuts exceeding $23 million since January, according to the South Dakota Bureau of Finance and Management. That's according to reporting by Northern Plains News. T...

Grace Balloch Memorial Library's Summer Reading Program begins June 2nd! This year's theme is "Color Our World." "We've got a great schedule of events planned for summer reading and encourage everyone to get signed up to participate," Library Director Amber Wilde said. For the reading challeng...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota State University assistant professor Ryan Hanson has received a $452,892 grant from the National Science Foundation to study how human cells interpret and respond to stress, the university announced Thursday. Hanson's three-year project will focus on the c-Jun N-...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Sioux Falls recorded its third-lowest seasonal snowfall on record this winter with just 16.1 inches, nearly 30 inches below the normal 45.3 inches. The 2024-2025 winter marked the first time since 2012 that Sioux Falls received less than 20 inches of snow. The last comparable...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Dakota Gold Corp. plans to drill approximately 80,000 feet at its Richmond Hill gold project in 2025, according to a company announcement Tuesday. The exploration company also reported leadership changes and progress on feasibility studies as it advances two Black Hills mining p...

As the seasons change and the growing season kicks into full gear, residents are reminded to maintain their properties, especially yards, trees/shrubs, and sidewalk areas, pursuant to Spearfish City Code. "It's the time of year when we start cleaning up our properties from the winter and look forward to enjoyin...

Foreign ownership of agricultural land in South Dakota has climbed from about 113,000 acres in 2011 to roughly 380,000 acres in 2022, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That figure accounts for approximately one percent of the state's privately held farmland. This marks a sharp increase from the num...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) A recent federal court decision has ended the ability of private citizens and advocacy groups to challenge racially discriminatory voting laws in South Dakota and six other states, limiting local enforcement of the Voting Rights Act. The 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals rule...

Federal officials are defending plans to purchase a new $50 million Gulfstream jet for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and senior agency leaders, even as concerns mount over executive air travel and government waste. During a Tuesday hearing of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security, Admi...

NeighborWorks Dakota Home Resources welcomes home a new family at the corner of 8th and Aurora in Belle Fourche, SD. The lot with a long history of decay will host a housewarming for the new family of the 805 Aurora home on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 3:00 pm. From decay and rubble, to ashes to the foundation for memo...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Charter schools are expanding across the Northern Plains, but closures are rising just as fast, often with little warning to families. According to the Network for Public Education's 2025 report, "Doomed to Fail: An Analysis of Charter School Closures." Why It Ma...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) No, South Dakotans aren't getting $2,400 stimulus checks this month-despite what internet rumor mills are churning out. Online claims-including a May 12 post on HuntingtonNewsNetwork-say residents will automatically receive the money through leftover federal relief funds and ...

The public safety leadership model will soon be changing for the City of Spearfish with the retirement of Public Safety Director Pat Rotert in June. In its place, the Chief of Police and Fire Chief will begin reporting to the City Administrator. "The creation of the Public Safety Director position in 2019 and D...

South Dakota Wing, Civil Air Patrol, has received a rare National Commander's Unit Citation award. The award, recognizing four notable accomplishments during 2024, was presented at CAP's joint South Dakota Wing and North Central Region conference, May 3 in Spearfish. "South Dakota Wing exemplified our core v...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) U.S. District Judge Karen Schreier of South Dakota has been appointed to a newly formed national task force focused on strengthening the safety and independence of the federal judiciary. The Judicial Security and Independence Task Force, created by the Administrative Office o...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota continues to lead the Midwest with the fewest unemployment claims per capita, according to a new WalletHub study released Thursday. The state ranked ninth nationally for the largest decrease in unemployment claims compared to the previous week and placed first in...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Wildfire smoke from as far away as Canada and the western United States is now a regular health threat in South Dakota and across the Northern Plains. New research indicates that climate change is exacerbating the issue, increasing the frequency of smoky days and the associat...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) When you turn on your faucet in Rapid City, the water flowing into your glass likely comes from Pactola Reservoir, a critical water source at the center of a heated debate about mining in the Black Hills. Your Water at Risk? The U.S. Department of the Interior recently wit...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Native artists are reshaping South Dakota's art scene-but their stories rarely reach beyond their communities. Building a Home for Native Art The Oglala Lakota Artspace opened in Kyle in 2021-the first community arts center on the Pine Ridge Reservation, according to First...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) In the first 100 days of President Donald Trump's second term, new tariffs have caused South Dakota families to pay more for food, farm inputs, and consumer goods. Federal budget actions are also forcing cuts and closures at libraries, arts programs, public broadcasting, and ...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota Public Broadcasting faces a major new funding threat after President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday ending federal support for NPR, PBS, and their affiliate stations, including SDPB. The order directs the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to ha...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Sen. Mike Rounds is cautioning Congress against auctioning military radio frequencies for 5G networks, emphasizing potential risks to national security and South Dakota's military installations. Rounds, a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, highlighted that ...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota's business leaders say the state's economy depends on immigrants. Many warn that tougher immigration enforcement could worsen the state's worker shortage. Immigrants in the Workforce According to U.S. Census Bureau data, immigrants held 5.2 percent of jobs in ...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota farmers face new uncertainty as changes to federal wetlands rules threaten the status-and value-of thousands of acres of cropland. Sackett Decision Upends Wetlands Protections The uncertainty began in May 2023, when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Sackett v. E...

Riverfront Broadcasting salutes The Class of 2025! Fill out the form BY CLICKING HERE on myeaglecountry.com, then listen to our sister station Eagle Country 95.9/96.3 and us, of course, on Black Hills Gold Hits KDSJ 980 AM and in the Northern Black Hills at 103.5 FM as we spotlight our area High School Seniors. At the ...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) The Trump administration wants to change how the Endangered Species Act protects wildlife in South Dakota and across the country. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed to remove habitat destruction from the legal definition of "harm" under the Endangered Speci...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota Public Broadcasting is facing a new funding challenge. The Trump administration plans to ask Congress to cut all funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. This move could mean the loss of PBS and NPR programs across the nation, including South Dakota. ...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota has not reported any new measles cases in 2025, even as outbreaks grow in nearby states and across the country, according to the South Dakota Department of Health. The last measles case in South Dakota was in July 2024. The department said a Pennington County adu...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Denials and delays of federal disaster aid in Arkansas, Mississippi, and South Dakota mark a dramatic shift in U.S. emergency response. President Donald Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem are pursuing a "state-first" approach that is reshaping FEMA's ...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Climate change is starting to affect outdoor activities in South Dakota.

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota's unemployment rate dropped to 1.8 percent in March, down one-tenth of a point from February and among the lowest in the nation. The state's labor force grew by 700 workers over the month, reaching 492,900. The number of unemployed South Dakotans fell by 100, lea...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Homeowners in South Dakota are paying sharply higher insurance premiums, with rates rising faster than in most neighboring states due to severe weather and the increasing cost of rebuilding, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis.

Thursday, May 1 Armchair Travelers Book Club will be discussing the works of Willa Cather and Ivan Doig Sturgis Public Library's Lushbough Room, 12:00 pm Auditions for "My Fair Lady" Sunday, May 4 from 6:00-8:00 pm Monday, May 5 from 5:00-6:30 pm Grace Lutheran Church, 1061 Sherman Street, Sturgis SD ...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) Your wallet, your job, and your community are all feeling the pinch of South Dakota's economic stagnation, even as some cities boom. It's a tale of two economies that's reshaping daily life across the state. According to U.S. Census Bureau data reported by the United State...

The City of Spearfish is hiring for upcoming seasonal positions. CLICK HERE for more information and to apply! Public Works/Parks Department Laborers: Parks, Recreation, & Forestry; Cemetery; Spectator Recreation; Streets; and Wastewater Treatment Facility. Requirements: Laborers will work 40 h...

On Saturday, April 26, 2025, take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, an awareness event which aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. It is coordinated by the Drug E...

(From Todd Epp, Northern Plains News) South Dakota's new governor, Larry Rhoden, a Republican, has emerged as one of the region's most popular state executives, according to recent polling data showing varying levels of support for governors across the Northern Plains. Rhoden, who took office in January after for...

Join the Spearfish Area Chamber of Commerce at the 31st Annual Taste of Spearfish on Monday, April 28th. This is your opportunity to try many local specialties all in one convenient location. Bring your friends and family and come hungry! Several of your favorite local food and beverage purveyors will be set up in t...

From aging rural bridges to water systems in need of modernization, South Dakota confronts major infrastructure challenges requiring substantial investments and novel approaches across virtually every sector. Northern Plains News has drawn these conclusions from research on the state's infrastructure. Rural Trans...

South Dakota Sen. Mike Rounds has joined a bipartisan effort to ensure AM radio remains available in all new vehicles, citing the medium's importance for rural communities and emergency communications. Rounds is among 60 senators now co-sponsoring the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, which would require automakers to...

The South Dakota Board of Regents announced the state's public university system will implement a 2.9% tuition increase at nearly all of their institutions for the upcoming academic year-after remaining nearly flat for the last five years-while continuing to prioritize affordability and access for students statewide. ...

The effort to require AM to remain in vehicles sold in the U.S. has passed another legislative checkpoint. The bill that would ensure dashboards offer AM has secured the necessary 60 supporters in the Senate, ensuring it could overcome any potential hold on a floor vote. The milestone came in bipartisan fashion, as Sen...

Governor Larry Rhoden announced a new plan Monday, March 31, 2025 to help South Dakota homeowners pay less in property taxes. The proposal would allow counties to add a small sales tax to offset lower property taxes. "The people of South Dakota deserve a real property tax cut," said Governor Rhoden at a...

The Spearfish Restricted Use Site (RUS) will be waiving fees for residents of the City of Spearfish and Lawrence County from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, April 18, and Saturday, April 19. Household waste will not be accepted. Regular fees apply to appliances containing freon and tires without rims. Refrigerators and fre...

Our April "Artists of the Month" are local quilters that have their quilts on display at the Sturgis Public Library all month long. Stop in and vote for your favorite! Thursday, April 3 Armchair Travelers Book Club will be discussing books by Anne Tyler and Joyce Carol Oates Sturgis Public Library's Lush...

South Dakota Republican Senator Mike Rounds criticized officials for leaking information on Signal during a military operation in Yemen. Rounds spoke with CNN's Wolf Blitzer on "The Situation Room" on Thursday. The senator, who serves on the Intelligence and Armed Services Committees, addressed the inciden...

President Trump said Tuesday during a White House meeting that he'd be happy to see public broadcasters National Public Radio and Public Broadcasting Service lose their federal funding, Fox News reports. "Well, I would love to do that," Trump told a reporter who inquired about the DOGE Subcommittee Hearing...

There is a loud and clear message from broadcasters that Congress needs to take two steps during the current session to help local radio thrive and allow stations to continue serving their communities with emergency alerts, trusted news, and local sports. State broadcasters' associations representing all 50 states, the...

From territorial-era embezzlement to modern credit card controversies, South Dakota's $7.3 billion government operation faces recurring questions about accountability despite new reform efforts. While recent allegations of fraud are in the news, the state's history is peppered with controversies over stolen money an...

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced plans to eliminate the Federal Emergency Management Agency during a Cabinet meeting on Monday, sparking controversy and raising questions about the future of disaster response in the United States. Noem made the brief statement while discussing various Department of ...

Gov. Larry Rhoden reset several major state initiatives after the Legislature rejected key proposals from former Gov. Kristi Noem in the 2025 session. The policy shifts span prison funding, property taxes, and eminent domain as Rhoden navigated a Legislature increasingly influenced by populist, pro-landowner Republi...

The 2025 Spearfish Municipal Election will be held from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8th at the Senior Citizen's Center, located at 1306 North 10th Street, with elections for Mayor and City Councilors in Wards 1, 2, and 3. The Spearfish City Council members whose 3-year terms expire in 2025 include: Ward 1...

The annual cleanup day at Rose Hill Cemetery is Tuesday, April 1, when cemetery staff will be picking up decorations around the monuments in preparation for the summer. They will collect items that are protruding past the foundation of the monuments, in the ground surrounding the monuments, or items that have become un...

The City of Spearfish Public Works Department will be completing work on the East Colorado Boulevard Roadway Improvements Project #2304 beginning April 1, 2025. The project will extend from 700 feet west of Aurora Avenue east through the intersection with Colorado Loop and includes widening for turn and bike lanes, sto...

The state of South Dakota prepares an Annual Drinking Water Report for all community public water systems throughout the state, and the 2024 Drinking Water Report for the City of Spearfish is now available online. Copies are also available at City Hall. This report is done in compliance with the Safe Drinking Water ...

The Coeur Wharf Sustainable Prosperity Fund granted $20,000 to the City for the new skate park, set to be constructed this spring into summer at Spartan Park. "We thank Coeur Wharf Sustainable Prosperity Fund for their support on this project," Parks and Recreation Director Tyler Ehnes said. "This gra...

South Dakota's unemployment rate stayed at 1.9 percent in January, well below the national average of 4.1 percent, according to a report released Friday by the state Department of Labor and Regulation. The state's workforce grew to 491,500 people in January. That's up 0.2 percent from December and 1.5 percent higher...

The South Dakota Legislature's Joint Committee on Appropriations voted unanimously today (Tuesday) to fully restore South Dakota Public Broadcasting funding, rejecting former Gov. Kristi Noem's proposed budget cuts. The committee voted 15-0 to approve the Bureau of Information and Telecommunications budget, which in...

It's the time of year to consider "Freezin' for a Reason" to support Special Olympics South Dakota at the annual Polar Plunge, set for March 15th at the Spearfish Rec Center. The event, which is returning to Spearfish after the event was hosted in Deadwood, showcases participants from across the Northern H...

The City of Spearfish will have vacancies for the Mayor for a 3-year term and Council Members in Ward 1 for a 3-year term, Ward 2 for a 3-year term, and Ward 3 for a 3-year term, due to expiration of terms of office. Petition circulation may begin on January 31st and the deadline for filing a nominating petition is ...

Please keep sidewalks clear of ice and snow this winter for the safety of your neighbors and community. Snow removal from the sidewalk is an important public safety concern, especially around high pedestrian areas such as schools, clinics, hospitals, and shopping areas. City ordinance and the International Property ...

The 2025 pet tags are in, and the Spearfish Police Department encourages pet owners to stop in to get their pets licensed for the new year. By City ordinance, all pets residing within City limits are required to have a pet tag. Residents registering their pets need to provide owner contact information, basic informa...

The Madison Ice Rink on the south side of the Spearfish City Campground is now open! It will remain open as conditions allow and is open daily for public skating from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., except for Saturday mornings from 8-10 a.m. when it is reserved for the Northern Hills Chinook youth hockey club. It is not open to...

Terry Ree, half of the legendary comedy-music South Dakota duo Williams and Ree, died Saturday morning December 21, 2024 at the age of 75. His death was confirmed by the wife of Ree's bandmate, Bruce Williams, on Facebook. Earlier this year, the Deadwood Mountain Grand announced Williams and Ree's Nov. 30...

The deadline for the 2025 nominations to the Spearfish High School Athletic Hall of Fame and the Fine Arts Hall of Fame is January 3, 2025. The Athletic Hall of Fame aims to recognize men and women who have excelled through athletic participation, coaching, or contributions to the Spearfish High School athletic prog...

The Spearfish Police Department announces the promotion of Lt. Collin Smith to Police Chief, effective December 22, 2024. "After a very competitive and difficult selection process, I am pleased to make this announcement," Public Safety Director Pat Rotert said. "I am looking forward to seeing Collin g...

Voting is now open for Deadwood's Main Street Initiative Committee and the Deadwood Chamber's holiday decorating contest, open to all businesses and residents - with $2,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs! Winners will be chosen by popular vote from Deadwood businesses and one winner from each Deadwood neighborhood! Vo...

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem was on Capitol Hill Wednesday, making the rounds, trying to garner support for her nomination as the next Homeland Security Secretary. Noem was President-Elect Trump's pick for the position. She has been very outspoken about the need for more security on the southern border with Mex...

Programming could be at risk for South Dakota Public Broadcasting with Governor Noem's proposed budget cut. That's according to Ryan Howlett with South Dakota Public Broadcasting, who says high school sports coverage would definitely be lost as well as putting emergency weather alerts at risk. Noem proposed a three-poi...

In a thirty-minute address to a joint session of the South Dakota Legislature Tuesday afternoon, (12/3/24), Republican Governor Kristi Noem unveiled a more austere budget than in her previous budgets. She noted that the state has $44 million in available ongoing revenue, less than in recent years. Also gone are t...

Thursday, December 5Armchair Travelers Book Club ~discussing Western NovelsSturgis Public Library's Lushbough Room, 12:00noon Sunday, December 8Sturgis Community Christmas ConcertSturgis Community Center Theater, 2:00pm1404 Lazelle St, Sturgis

Saturday, November 16, 2024 was the opening of the Outlaw Square rink. It's not your usual ice rink. Deadwood's rink is a "glice rink" Bobby Rock, the director of Outlaw Square said it's very similar to ice. If you've skated before it won't take much of an adjustment, and even if you haven't it won't take ...

The Summerset Police Department is warning residents to be on the lookout for a re-emerging scam. Scammers will pose as law enforcement officers, claiming that people have a warrant for their arrest and that they need to make an immediate payment to "resolve the issue." Authorities say that no legitimate law ...

Dower's Hole, located near the intersection of West Rushmore Street and North Ames Street in Spearfish, is a treasured and beloved spot for locals to enjoy the natural beauty of Spearfish Creek. In an effort to preserve the creek and naturally-occurring swimming hole and reduce flood damages, the city asks that while r...

Dower's Hole, located near the intersection of West Rushmore Street and North Ames Street in Spearfish, is a treasured and beloved spot for locals to enjoy the natural beauty of Spearfish Creek. In an effort to preserve the creek and naturally-occurring swimming hole and reduce flood damages, the city asks that while r...

Beginning Tuesday, November 19, 2024, RCS Construction, Inc. of Rapid City, the City of Spearfish's contractor for the East Low Zone Water System Improvements Project, will close East Colorado Boulevard east of Aurora Avenue. This closure is necessary to complete construction of a new water main underneath Colorado Bou...

Thursday, November 7Armchair Travelers Book ClubSturgis Public Library's Lushbough Room, 12:00 pm Thursday, November 14Sturgis Area Arts Council MeetingSturgis Public Library's Lushbough Room, 2:30 pm Friday, November 15History at High NoonSturgis Public Library's Community Room, 12:00 pm

The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) will hold a public meeting open house to discuss and receive public input on a recently completed traffic study for the area of Old U.S. Highway 14, Interstate 90 (exit 10), and North Avenue in Spearfish. The public meeting open house is scheduled for Tuesday, Novem...

Water will be shut off to the City of Spearfish water service customers in the Elkhorn Ridge & Sky Ridge neighborhoods/Interstate 90 Exit 17 vicinity in Spearfish on Thursday, November 14 from 8 am until finished while preparations for a new water main connection are completed. The contractor will be notifying indi...

The Spearfish Middle School Student Council wants to invite all veterans and their families to their assembly on Monday, November 11 at 8:30 am as they celebrate and recognize their incredible service. This event is a way to honor veterans. Please call 605-717-1215 to let us know you are coming. Immediately following t...

Moody's Ratings has upgraded the rating of the city of Spearfish. Because of the financial position of the City and prudent use of debt, the city's existing sales tax bonds have been upgraded from A1 to Aa2 and the overall issuer rating of the city was improved from Aa3 to Aa2. The Moody's ranking scale evaluates bo...

Moody's Ratings has upgraded the rating of the city of Spearfish. Because of the financial position of the City and prudent use of debt, the city's existing sales tax bonds have been upgraded from A1 to Aa2 and the overall issuer rating of the city was improved from Aa3 to Aa2. The Moody's ranking scale evaluates bo...

The St Joseph Fall Traditional Turkey Dinner, sponsored by the Sisterhood of Mary, will be happening on Sunday, October 27, 2024 from 11:30 am-1:30 pm at 844 N 5th Street in Spearfish. There will be raffle prizes, a silent auction, and kid's activities. Cost: Adults $12.00, Kids $6.00. You can choose from Dine...

Take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, an awareness event which aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. It is coordinated by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DE...

Thursday, October 3Armchair Travelers Book ClubDiscussing books about Space and Space TravelSturgis Library's Lushbough Room, 12:00 noon Thursday, October 10Sturgis Area Arts Council MeetingSturgis Library's Lushbough Room 2:30pm Saturday, October 12Northern Hills G.O.A.T (Getting Our Acts Together) One Act Plays...

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley and Meade County Sheriff Pat West announce that a Louisiana man has been arrested for deceptive business practices involving an asphalt paving job. "These scams are aimed at taking advantage of people who need work projects completed as quickly as possible," said...

Tickets are on sale now for the Riverfront Broadcasting 20th Anniversary Celebration featuring John Schneider and special guest, Trick Pony founder, Keith Burns. The show is Saturday, October 12th, 2024 at The Park in Rapid City at 7 pm. John Schneider, who is best known for his role as Bo Duke in the television ser...

Mark your calendar for the annual Spearfish Fire Department Open House from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, October 10, at Station 1, 622 N. Canyon St. A part of Fire Prevention Week, the event provides an opportunity for residents to learn more about the fire department and volunteer opportunities, meet the firefighters, and parti...

The following is an announcement for the full closure of the entrance into the Sandstone Hills Development at the intersection of Sandstone Hills Drive and Colorado Boulevard in Spearfish. Beginning Wednesday, October 9, 2024, the Contractor for the Colorado Boulevard Sewer Upsize Project will close the entrance to ...

Everyone is invited to a ribbon-cutting at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8th, to celebrate the completion of the rehabilitation of the original rocket ship playground structure at Evans Park in Spearfish. For more information, CLICK HERE.

Black Hills Life Flight became the first emergency air medical program in western South Dakota with first responder status today. This means that when they are called to the scene of an emergency by 911 dispatch, EMS, or a Sheriff's or fire department, the pilot can identify a safe place to land the helicopter and the ...

In August 2024, the city of Spearfish hosted an open house to gather additional public input and feedback around potential short-term rental regulation, as well as offered an online survey for community members to take, and the survey results are available by CLICKING HERE. City staff will present the survey results...

The bill that would require automakers to keep AM radio in vehicle dashboards is heading to the full House after the House Energy and Commerce Committee voted 45 to 2 on Wednesday (Sept. 18) to advance the proposed AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act (H.R. 8449) for a vote. Rep. Earl "Buddy" Carter (R-GA) was a...

The Scenic Volunteer Fire Department would like to invite you to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for their new station on Saturday, September 28, 2024. They will be grilling hamburgers and hot dogs for purchase as a fundraiser starting at 11:00am. The Official Ribbon Cutting will take place at 2:00pm. Please plan to ...

'The Life & Music of Hank Williams, The Happy Roving Cowboy' will be held on Friday Sept 20th, 2024 at 1PM. This musical program is performed by Pegie Douglas of Hill City. This program is made possible through the South Dakota Humanities Council. There's free admission, is open to the public, and will be held at t...

The 34th Annual Deadwood Jam is coming up this Friday and Saturday, September 13-14. The concerts are free and take place at Outlaw Square on Deadwood's Historic Main Street. For more information, see below:

The Spearfish Restricted Use Site (RUS) will be waiving fees for residents of the City of Spearfish and Lawrence County on Friday and Saturday, September 13-14th. The RUS will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fees will be waived for residential disposal of all acceptable items on these days. Household waste will not be...

The City of Spearfish is seeking applications for a vacant position on the Planning Commission, which meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 4 p.m. to review Planning and Zoning related requests including subdivisions, annexations, and rezoning requests. Planning Commissioners have the opportunity to inf...