Hometown Newspaper Covering the Greater Belle Fourche & Butte County Area in South Dakota
NEWELL—Standing up in front of people and asking to be judged is something most people would rather avoid. However, two brave musicians from Newell High School embraced the challenge when they competed in the 2026 Region 8 Solo and Ensemble Contest. The contest was for both vocal and instrumental performances. It was held at the […]
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BELLE FOURCHE—Oh no—the local newspaper had a misprint, and customers wanted what the ad promised! What could go wrong? Another delightful presentation of 1903 Reader’s Theatre Company at the Tri-State Museum and Visitor Center was held on Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 21 at 2 p.m. The play, Sly’s Grocery…and the Silver-Plated Cake […]
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BELLE FOURCHE—Shockwaves, chair massages and tasty hors d’oeuvres greeted visitors at the February Chamber of Commerce Mixer hosted by Belle Chiropractic & Massage on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Guests had the chance to experience the clinic’s innovative services firsthand while networking with other local business leaders. Dr. Colton Backhaus was set up and ready to introduce […]
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BELLE FOURCHE—There is so much regional history on display at the Tri-State Museum and Visitors Center that visitors could spend hours learning about Indian tribes, Black Hills Round Up history or ranching artifacts. New permanent exhibits have recently been installed to ensure a wide range of historical topics are covered. A new exhibit detailing haberdashery […]
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BELLE FOURCHE—The Belle Fourche City Council held its second regular meeting of the month on Monday, February 17. During the Mayor’s Report, City Administrator LaFayette provided additional context for Consent Agenda Item 1, explaining that the annexation had been approved by Planning and Zoning on December 2, 2020, and by the City Council on December […]
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The Bronc wrestling teams competed in regional tournaments over the weekend with the Lady Broncs competing on Friday, February 20th, followed by the boys on Saturday the 21st at Rapid City Central High School. The Lady Broncs had two of their five competitors earn top 4 spots punching their tickets to state. Kyra Vandenberg and […]
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On Tuesday, February 17th, the Broncs hosted Sturgis for both boys’ and girls’ basketball. Ahead of the games senior players were honored. Two Bronc cheerleaders were also honored. Senior Gavin Pearson, son of Wade and Ashley Pearson, plans to attend Dickinson State University to play football and pursue an Ag Education degree after graduation. Senior […]
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BELLE FOURCHE—An evening dedicated to those who volunteer, sponsor or attend any of the Belle Fourche Area Community Theater (BFACT) events was held Saturday evening, February 21. The Volunteer Gala was held at the Branding Iron Steakhouse Banquet Room. Attendees showed up dressed to the nines in keeping with the Broadway theme, and the evening […]
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NEWELL—For the second year in a row, the folks at the NVN Senior Center were treated to a lovely Valentine’s Day–themed concert performed by the Newell School Choir. The community was invited to the center to listen to the talented singers perform on Feb. 17. Newell Choir student Jace Schulte, kicked off the program as […]
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VALE—For as long as most anyone can remember, the annual Pancake Feed at the Vale Community Hall has been a February tradition. This year did not disappoint. The event was held Sunday, February 22. Hot pancakes, sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy were cooked up fresh by the members of the Vale Community Club. Hot coffee, […]
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