Hometown Newspaper Covering the Greater Belle Fourche & Butte County Area in South Dakota
BELLE FOURCHE—On the morning of September 11, 2001, the world changed forever as the first of four coordinated terrorist attacks struck the World Trade Center in New York City. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the attacks. The Center of the Nation 9/11 Remembrance organization will host two days of activities Sept. 11–12 to […]
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BELLE FOURCHE—With only fifteen members, the small but mighty Fire & Iron Motorcycle Station 118 has been working hard to raise money and support important causes in the local community. On Sunday, September 6, they hosted the Show Me Your Pink Poker Run for local cancer warriors. The Poker Run was held to raise money […]
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NEWELL—For three days, the little town of Newell expanded to welcome friends, family, visitors, competitors and anyone else looking for something fun to do during Labor Day weekend. The 67th annual Newell Labor Day celebration kicked off Saturday, September 5, and ran through Monday, September 7, with action-packed activities each day. On Saturday, September 5, […]
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PIERRE, S.D. — The South Dakota Highway Patrol will conduct a three day School Bus Safety Outreach event September 8–10 to increase public awareness and reinforce safe driving behaviors around school buses statewide. During the outreach period, troopers will partner with school districts to observe bus routes, monitor loading zones, and ensure motorists follow state […]
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NEWELL—A fun afternoon was spent cheering on favorite teams during the Newell Ranch Rodeo on Saturday, September 5. With six teams competing in a variety of unique events, spectators had a great time watching the action while rooting for their favorites throughout the afternoon. The afternoon began with a team calcutta. All six teams were […]
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NEWELL—The line to get a hearty meal of barbecue and all the fixings ran all the way through the fire station and out the door at the annual Fireman’s Barbecue on Saturday, September 5. The popular event brings the community together during the Labor Day celebration to support the Newell Volunteer Fire Department. There are […]
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NISLAND—Families and friends made the trek down an old, dusty gravel road to get to the place with rows and rows of beautiful, brightly colored flowers for the second annual Sunflower Festival on August 29, hosted by Joyful Blooms Flower Farm. The weather was warm and the lines were long as the public made their […]
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BELLE FOURCHE—An afternoon of coming together for good food, competitive cornhole and time with friends and family, all while supporting a good cause, was the backdrop for the 3rd annual Belle Silver Lining Cornhole Tournament on August 29. Once again, the benefit was hosted at the outdoor horseshoe court at the Moose Lodge. Supporters who […]
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BELLE FOURCHE—The Center of the Nation Sportsman’s Club opened its doors to the public on August 30, inviting visitors to come out and tour the facility, learn more about the club and how to get involved while enjoying some good food. It was an opportunity to experience what happens behind the gates of the private […]
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SPEARFISH, S.D.—South Dakota Kids Belong invites the community to an evening of stories, connection, and hope during its upcoming gala, Community Starts Here: An Evening with South Dakota Kids Belong, on Thursday, September 17, 2026. The event will begin at 6 p.m. at Elkhorn Ridge Resort in Spearfish. Dinner will be provided by Fork Real […]
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