Hometown Newspaper Covering the Greater Belle Fourche & Butte County Area in South Dakota
SPEARFISH – Black Hills State University President Steve Elliott removed the interim tag to name Mark Nore Director of Athletics, effective immediately. Nore stepped in as the Interim Athletic Director in December 2023 following the resignation of Scott Larson. Nore continued his duties as head women’s basketball coach throughout the 2023-24 season. “Mark has […]
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Last week a large crowd gathered at the Belle Fourche Community Hall for an evening of socializing and celebration. The event was the annual Belle Fourche Chamber of Commerce (BFCC) awards celebration. Before beginning the awards presentations BFCC president, Cassie Pantone described the benefits of BFCC membership and thanked the many businesses […]
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BUTTE COUNTY-The newly formed Butte Volunteer Fire Department, located north of Belle Fourche, recently held a raffle for Polaris Ranger 1000 from ET Sports. The winner of this year’s raffle was Chad Escott from Faith, SD. BVFD netted approximately $22,000 and will use that money to purchase Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). The fire department has […]
Continue ReadingColleen Brunner has been a part of the Whatever It Takes Coalition since the early days, serving first as media liaison and, following her retirement as a reporter, she has served as a representative of the Newell Improvement Corporation. NIC is a non-profit organization serving the Newell, Vale and Nisland communities by improving infrastructure and […]
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Newell’s Junior class of 2025 hosted the prom this year. The theme for the night was “Let’s Glow Crazy,” and the Austin Auditorium was transformed into a brightly decorated neon dance floor. Grand March started at 7 p.m.
Continue ReadingNVN Senior Citizens’ Center Friday, April 19 at 5:30 p.m. Free Will offering with a variety of delicious soups to choose from. Come join us for fellowship, fun, and a live auction. Sponsored by Concerned Citizens of Butte County and Concerned Citizens of South Dakota.
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NEWELL—On Saturday morning, children and families gathered at the Newell school football field for the Newell Community Club’s annual Easter egg hunt. This event has long been a yearly tradition in Newell, bringing the community together to celebrate the holiday in a classic, fun, and festive way. The chilly weather did not stop anyone from […]
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NEWELL-School Board candidates met before a large crowd at a candidate forum sponsored by WIT Coalition held in the Newell Community Hall April 2. John Heisler introduced the candidates to the community and followed up with questions sent in by concerned citizens. Karl Hoyal was not present as he had realized that because of his […]
Continue ReadingNEWELL-There are two candidates for Mayor of Newell, Tara Tennis and Mayor Ken Wetz. They spoke before a large crowd April 2 to highlight their desires to become Newell’s mayor. Tara Tennis is concerned about the school and the prospect of what it could do to the community. Tennis grew up in Newell, moved away […]
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NEWELL—The Newell, Vale, and Nisland area community came together at the Newell City Hall on Holy Thursday to celebrate Easter with a potluck dinner, fellowship, communion, and song. The evening began with a meal that was prepared by Connie Donahey, Judee Willson, and Dixie Seaman. People brought side dishes, salads, and desserts to share. As […]
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