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Belle Fourche Wellness Fair Expands with New Marketplace Addition

April 22, 2026 Robbi Longbrake1051

BELLE FOURCHE—An opportunity for the community to not only learn about wellness, but visit with providers and check vitals and labs was offered at the 12th Annual Wellness Fair and Marketplace at the Belle Fourche Rec Center on April 18. A few changes were made this year to diversify the offerings a little bit and […]

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Family Fun Day Explores “The Science and Beauty of Crystals”

April 22, 2026 Robbi Longbrake663

BELLE FOURCHE—An action-packed, fun-filled Family Fun Day discovering “The Science and Beauty of Crystals” was held at the Tri-State Museum on the afternoon of April 19. The turnout was robust, with 34 people showing up to learn about crystals. The afternoon began with a video explaining just what a crystal is—solid material where the atoms […]

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Newell Lions Club Hosts Pancake Supper Fundraiser

April 22, 2026 Robbi Longbrake1215

NEWELL—Good food for a good cause was served up at the Newell Lions Club Pancake Supper on April 17. In exchange for a freewill donation, one could enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy. The Newell area community showed up to support the Lions Club and help them raise money to support a variety […]

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Glamour and Style Shine at Newell High School Junior Prom

April 22, 2026 Robbi Longbrake934

NEWELL—One of the highlights of every school year is Junior Prom. The students at Newell High School celebrated the yearly formal all dressed up in glamorous gowns and sharp tuxedos for an unforgettable evening. On Friday evening, April 17, the junior class transformed the Austin Auditorium into an Evening on the Bayou. The Grand March, […]

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Election Decided by Just Two Votes in Ward 2 Race

April 15, 2026 Robbi Longbrake1131

BELLE FOURCHE—One always hears how every vote counts, and in the Belle Fourche City Council Special Election, that proved true in the most literal way possible when the outcome for Ward 2 was decided by just two votes. Voters went to the polls on April 7 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Community […]

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A Lasting Tribute: Flagpole Dedicated in Memory of Ryan In’t Veld

April 15, 2026 Robbi Longbrake954

BELLE FOURCHE—The landmark-sized flagpole, a commanding presence over the Roundup Sports Complex near the baseball fields, was dedicated in memory of Ryan In’t Veld on the evening of April 8. Mayor Randy Schmidt opened the ceremony with welcoming remarks for those in attendance. “Today we stand together in gratitude, reflection and support of a family […]

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A Sweet Night for the Lady Broncs Golf Team

April 15, 2026 Robbi Longbrake1329

BELLE FOURCHE—For the fourth year in a row, the community showed up hungry and ready to support the Lady Broncs Golf Team at their annual Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser on April 10 at the Belle Fourche Country Club. In addition to spaghetti, meat sauce and bread sticks, the event boasts a dessert auction, both silent and […]

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New Mini Exhibit Explores Rocks and Minerals at Tri-State Museum

April 15, 2026 Robbi Longbrake601

BELLE FOURCHE—A new mini exhibit is now on display in the space that greets visitors near the museum entrance. Rock On opened to an all-day reception at the Tri-State Museum on Saturday, April 11. Red Onion Marketplace made chocolate cupcakes with rock candy topping and coconut lime cupcakes for the reception. Coffee and drinks were […]

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Spring Style Takes the Spotlight at Pasque Ladies Fashions

April 15, 2026 Robbi Longbrake1049

BELLE FOURCHE—The private showing of the newest spring fashions was held at Pasque Ladies Fashions on April 9. The boutique transformed its storefront into a stylish fashion show reminiscent of a Paris high-fashion runway. The event, aimed at ushering in the spring season, featured a spring flowers backdrop and brightly colored spring fashions. Michelle Evans, […]

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Hop to the Polls: Peeps Spreads Joy and a Voting Reminder

April 15, 2026 Robbi Longbrake963

BELLE FOURCHE—A bright yellow baby chick, Peeps, was spotted out on Easter Sunday on the corner of National Street and US 85. The Peeps was waving, jumping and handing out colored plastic Easter eggs while spreading holiday cheer. In addition to extending joy, the Peeps had a larger message: GO VOTE! When one opened the […]

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Belle Fourche Bronc Hall of Fame Honoree Jim Grapentine

September 23, 2026September 24, 2026 Beacon Staff

BELLE FOURCHE–Part of the Homecoming pregame festivities included the induction of local businessman and long time Bronc supporter Jim Grapentine as a Bronc Hall of Fame Contributor. Jim, with granddaughter Belle Senior Ellie stand all smiles in front of Homecoming crowd. Jim ia the manager of the Belle Fourche Lynn’s DakotaMart. He also with wife […]

Burning of the B Ignites Homecoming Spirit

September 23, 2026September 24, 2026 Beacon Staff

By Sarah Jeitz,  BELLE FOURCHE–Homecoming at Belle Fourche High School brought students, families and community members together on Friday, Sept. 18 as the Broncs hosted the Hot Springs Bison. The football game opened with a scoreless first quarter, with neither team able to find the end zone. Hot Springs took the lead before halftime and […]

Youth Rodeo Takes Center Stage on the Fair’s Final Saturday

August 12, 2026August 13, 2026 Robbi Longbrake

NISLAND—While the rest of the fair was winding down, the youth rodeo kids were just getting started! Once again, the last Saturday of the Butte-Lawrence County Fair was dedicated to the Nisland Fair Youth Rodeo, giving the young riders a day of their own to compete under the hot August sun. The Nisland Fair Youth […]

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