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Rodent or riparian restorer: East-west views diverge as state considers beaver protections
Some Black Hills residents have a growing appreciation for large rodents with environmental engineering prowess: beavers. The admiration spans from foresters to anglers and ranchers. It stems from beavers’ role in mitigating forest fires, retaining water during drought, and creating and maintaining wetland habitats. However, this newfound enthusiasm emerges as state data indicates a decline […] The post Rodent or riparian restorer: East-west views diverge as state considers beaver protections appeared first on South Dakota Searchlight.
Spearfish Update: Seasonal Door-to-Door Sales, Staff Shortages, and Infrastructure Projects Underway
As summer approaches, residents of Spearfish, SD, may see more door-to-door business activities. Companies often offer services like home, vehicle, and property repairs during this season. Locals should check the credentials of these service providers to ensure they are legitimate and offer quality service.
Local Civil Air Patrol Marks 30th Anniversary of Tragic Plane Crash with Memorial and Community BBQ
The Civil Air Patrol's Lookout Mountain Composite in Spearfish recently held an open house and memorial service to mark the 30th anniversary of a plane crash. The event paid tribute to Eugene Sperber and Bill Christel from Green Bay, Wisconsin, who died when their plane crashed into a stock pond 100 miles northeast of Spearfish on May 2, 1994. Family members of the deceased and CAP members who participated in the search operation attended the service.
Did Stephen King Claim Trump Harmed a Dog?
Yes, Stephen King suggested that former president Donald Trump might boost his approval ratings by killing a dog. Here are the main points: - Stephen King commented that Donald Trump could become more popular if he killed a dog, noting that Trump has maintained support despite other controversies. - The comment attracted significant attention, with over half a million views and more than 1,000 likes, showing public interest in the topic. - People had mixed reactions to King's statement, with some agreeing and others upset by the notion of a politician taking such drastic actions. - King's remarks were made in the context of South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, who faced criticism for a social media post about shooting her dog. King's speculative comment highlights the polarized political environment and the public's interest in controversial figures like Donald Trump.
Spearfish Reminder: Ensure Licensing and Permits for Summer Projects and Door-to-Door Sales
As summer approaches in Spearfish, SD, the city is reminding residents and contractors to comply with local licensing and permit requirements. This reminder is due to an expected increase in door-to-door business activities, such as home repairs and magazine sales. The city stresses the importance of having a peddler’s permit to protect residents from scams and to ensure businesses are legitimate and insured.
The Most Beautiful Restaurants in South Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota
Dining out should be so much more than just a treat for your tastebuds. It should be appealing to your eyes as well. So which places in the Tri-State (South Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota) areas are as pleasing visually as they are to the palate?. People magazine is sharing Open Table's...
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