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

April 15, 2026 Robbi Longbrake965

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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A Simple Post, A Big Opening for Hitch’n Post Market

April 15, 2026 Robbi Longbrake2145

NEWELL—After months of remodeling, reordering, restocking, rehiring and creating anticipation for the entire town, it came down to one post on social media on Saturday morning, April 11, stating “we are open.” This was how the Hitch’n Post Market announced it was now open for business. No hoopla, no advertisement, no celebration, nope, just a […]

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Library Partners with K Bar J Leather Co. for Hands-On Craft Class

April 15, 2026 Robbi Longbrake1257

NEWELL—Creating something unique to pair with your favorite book was the idea behind the leather class offered by the Newell Public Library on April 10. Newell Public Library partnered with its neighbor, K Bar J Leather Co., to hold a class to make leather bookmarks. K Bar J owner Jay Olson was on hand to […]

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Dinosaur Easter Egg Hunt Draws Crowd at Hell Creek Museum

April 8, 2026 Robbi Longbrake764

BELLE FOURCHE—Imagine the excitement of hunting for eggs inside a dinosaur museum! Children ages five to twelve got to experience just that during a dinosaur-themed Dinosaur Egg Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, as part of the Dinosaurs of the Hell Creek Museum’s Grand Reopening. Kids and their families lined up outside the Museum, […]

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Dinosaur Museum Opens Doors for 2026 Season with Multi-Day Grand Reopening

April 8, 2026 Robbi Longbrake1839

BELLE FOURCHE—Dinosaurs of the Hell Creek Museum kicked off their 2026 season with a spectacular multi-day grand reopening. From April 1 through April 4, the museum invited the public to come explore the displays, enjoy the exhibits, and experience all the excitement it has to offer. If you have visited the Museum before, you are […]

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Outlaw Bar Opens Doors for Easter Potluck

April 8, 2026April 8, 2026 Robbi Longbrake764

BELLE FOURCHE—Sharing a meal with friends and family is at the heart of the holiday season, and at the Outlaw Bar, that tradition is taken seriously. For the past twelve years, owner Rhonda Schild has welcomed the community to enjoy a meal together during the Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Easter holidays. This Easter was no different, […]

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Community Fun: Easter Egg Decorating Contest for Kids and Adults

April 8, 2026 Robbi Longbrake605

BELLE FOURCHE—Making bright, colorful Easter eggs by drawing on them, dyeing them, and adding stickers is a fun, popular activity during the Easter holiday season. Rhonda Schild, owner of the Outlaw Bar, turned this tradition into a fun contest by inviting the public to come in and spend time decorating eggs on April 4. For […]

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Special Olympics & Inclusive Basketball Players Shine

April 8, 2026April 8, 2026 Beacon Staff780

On Tuesday March 24th a group of Belle Fourche youth competed in a Special Olympics basketball event held in Spearfish. Some of the highlights of that day are displayed here. The team consisted of Brady Pierce, Kendall Owen, Emma Juelfs, Gracey Weishaar, Harper Pottorff, Berklee Nore, Brekyn Montgomery, Logan Carson, Jaxon Sanderlin, Sadee Keil, Jadah […]

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Track Meets Cancelled for Inclement Weather

April 8, 2026April 8, 2026 Beacon Staff796

The first week of middle school track and field and the second week for high school was halted due to inclement weather moving into the area. The middle school was set compete at the Douglas (Box Elder) middle school meet on March 31st. The high school was set to compete at the Early Bird Invite […]

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Holy Thursday Celebration Brings Community Together

April 8, 2026 Robbi Longbrake1020

NEWELL—Neighbors gathered for an evening of fellowship, food, and fun to celebrate Holy Thursday on April 2 at Newell City Hall. Everyone was invited to the community program and encouraged to bring a friend! Meat was provided; the choices were lamb and chicken. For the potluck, each was encouraged to bring a side dish, salad, […]

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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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