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‘Bouncing back’ Northern Hills’ housing market experiences an obvious resurgence By Heather Murschel Black Hills Pioneer

NORTHERN HILLS — Restoring the health of the housing industry is a crucial step in putting America back to work, and it’s starting to really turn around in the Northern Hills. Officials say this resurgence is attributed to the fact that more potential homebuyers seemed to have a positive attitude about making an investment in real estate — a feeling that is shared by individuals throughout South Dakota as well. Home sales are up and interest rates are at record lows. As a result 2,323 more building permits were issued for new residential construction in South Dakota than in 2011. “Most of the markets across South Dakota are experiencing a healthy uptick,” President of South Dakota Association of REALTORS Jim Tharp said. “A strong housing market is vital for the economic recovery and growth of communities, towns and for South Dakota as a whole,” Tharp said. In 2012, home prices in the Northern Hills

increased by 2.2 percent, the median sale price increased from $148,500 to $151,000, the number of sales has increased by 12 percent and the number of days a property stays on the market has decreased 11.3 percent to an average of 86 days — all of which are signs of success. In the Northern Hills the individual and vacation home markets are flourishing — especially in Spearfish where permits increased by nearly 150 percent, or $13 million compared to 2011. The new housing market in the Queen City is booming. Building permits issued for new construction increased by nearly 150 percent in 2012, compared to 2011 when only 26 new housing unit permits were issued. Bryan Walker, executive director of the Spearfish Economic Development Corporation said, this is welcomed news for area contractors and great for the local economy. He said that historically, the construction trade accounts for more than 400 jobs in the Spearfish community, resulting in approximateSee HOUSING — Page 3

After several years of sluggish sales, homes are flying off the market. Pioneer photo by Jaci Conrad Pearson

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HOUSING Continued from Page 2 ly $13.8 million in direct wages. “These jobs are very important to the overall health of the local economy,” Walker said. In October 2012, the number of new housing permits issued in Deadwood also increased by seven, compared to 2011 when only one permit was issued for a new housing unit and so far this year there have been eight permits issued. In Lead, the number of new housing permits stayed even. In 2011 they had two and in 2012 they had two. Belle Fourche also remained relatively even with seven new housing permits in 2011 and eight new housing permits in 2012. Cathy Eaton, 2012 President of the Northern Black Hills Association of REALTORS, said realtors are more optimistic today than they have been in the past. “It’s a fabulous time to buy a home,” she said. “The market is a lot more aggressive right now.” Lower priced homes that are in good condition are selling quickly and buyers are cautious, well educated and they’ve done their research so they receive a good value for their money, Eaton said. Several factors contribute to this change, but the owner of the Real Estate Center in Belle Fourche said the oil boom in North Dakota is one of the contributors that have kept the market in the Northern Hills growing, because more people have the money to invest. The major indicators to consider when examining the success of the real estate market include volume of sales, median

sales prices and how many days a property remains listed — all of which have increased. So what’s one of the main reasons the market is on a rebound? Right now, South Dakota has some of the lowest interest rates in the nation. This plays a huge role in the resurgence because more first time homebuyers are realizing they can afford a home of their own. “The Federal Reserve is taking additional steps to spur a housing comeback, and this is the result of their actions,” said John Ainsworth, a mortgage lender with First Interstate Bank in Deadwood. “For the first time, it’s bringing homeowners to the table because they are finding their mortgage payment would be about the same as paying rent.” He said the low interest rates are also helpful to homeowners looking to move into larger homes because the overall cost has been lowered, allowing them to spread their money even further. Sale numbers for existing homes are also on the uptick. According to the Northern Black Hills Association of REALTORS, more than 450 homes were sold in the Northern Hills compared to 2011 when a total of 364 homes were sold. The average sale price in those areas also increased from $170,245 to $176,923, but the most active price range for homes is $125,000 to $149,000. Detailing their individual markets, local realtors weighed in on the potential growth. With nearly 14 years of experience in the real estate business, John Keene with RE/MAX Gold in Deadwood said he’s been compiling data for the last seven years to gauge trends, and everything is up. “We’re bouncing back, which feels really good,” Keene, who serves both Lead and Deadwood, said. “There is a lot more vol-

ume, more opportunity for sales and we’re starting to absorb some of our inventory that is in our market.” His research of local real estate data found that in the Lead-Deadwood area real estate sales were well over $11 million in 2012, compared to $10.5 million in 2011. But, he said there are a lot of things at play here. “So many things drive the market, such as the employment opportunities, the schools, recreation and gaming so I want to concentrate on all the positive things that are going on here and that’s what sells homes,” he said. Sure the North Dakota oil boom is bringing potential buyers to the Northern Hills, but the most dramatic change was experienced in Belle Fourche. Renee Bisgaard with the Black Hills Team in Belle Fourche said her community is “booming” and a lot of that has to do with what is going on up north. “More and more people are looking at our community because it’s affordable, close to everything and has a lot to offer,” she said. It’s also a buyer’s market. The average listing price for a home in Belle Fourche is $161,000, but the average selling price is $127,000 and that has dropped from where it was in 2011 by $33,000. Bisgaard said the drop is playing a role in the rising demand for residential property and driving sales numbers up because more people can afford to buy a home.

In October 2012, crews from Katon Construction work on constructing a new home at the Reserve on Higgins Creek, an active residential housing development in Spearfish. This was just one of many building permits for new housing construction in Spearfish, as they were up by nearly 150 percent or more than $13 million in 2012, compared to 2011. Pioneer photo by Heather Murschel

Pioneer photo by Jaci Conrad Pearson

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Tourism numbers up from 2011 Officials optimistic about 2013 season By Kaylee Tschetter Black Hills Pioneer

NORTHERN HILLS — With multiple tourist attractions in the Black Hills, including Mount Rushmore and the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, as well as natural attractions like the Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway, caves, lakes, rivers, and hiking trails, it’s no surprise that tourism numbers were up 6 percent in 2012 compared to 2011 for the region. Statewide, tourism numbers were up 5 percent overall. “The Black Hills would have a little bit higher ratio with our additional tourism economy,” said Nort Johnson, president and CEO of Black Hills, Badlands, and Lakes Association. “We’re showing some positive numbers with regard to website traffic and inquiries, however, it’s early, and weather plays a key role for our spring tourism,” Johnson said. “For people on the front range, the Black Hills becomes a nice spring getaway before our other attractions open up.” While the Black Hills serve as a close getaway for residents in neighboring states like Montana, Minnesota, and Wyoming, unpredictable weather can affect tourism numbers. “Five years ago we had blizzards every weekend in May in the Black Hills and that will certainly prevent those weekend trips,” said Johnson. Johnson said tourism officials are optimistic about numbers for 2013, despite another potential threat — the summer fire season.

“The big fear is the dry forest conditions preventing our guests from having campfires, and in the event of a fire, that could have a pretty devastating impact on us,” Johnson said. “Hopefully we’ll get some moisture to help out.” One event that will help publicize our tourist-friendly market is the Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers’ fourth annual Spring Mega Media Cast and Blast, on May 7-9 in western South Dakota. The cast and blast will unite writers, television, and radio personnel to cover events including turkey hunting from Edgemont to Belle Fourche, area firearm manufacturers, and spring fishing in the Black Hills. “The media will be accompanied by corporate sponsors — one of the reasons that is a benefit for us is that these corporate sponsors learn more about the favorable business climate in South Dakota and the firearms and outdoor-friendly atmosphere in western South Dakota,” said Johnson. “They may be inclined to do business here, which is positive for everybody.” The Deadwood Chamber of Commerce partnered with several businesses in the Black Hills and the state tourism department in order to host the event. “It’s a great event with respect to tourism and traditional economic development,” Johnson said.

The Black Hills serve as a convenient vacation area for residents in neighboring states like Montana, Minnesota, and Wyoming. Tourism officials are optimistic about numbers for 2013, despite unpredictable weather and the impending threat of the summer fire season. Pioneer file photos

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Belle Fourche thriving In 2013

By Paul Higbee Special to the Pioneer

BELLE FOURCHE — Belle Fourche is a town that knows how to make location work to its advantage. The Butte County seat, with a population of 6,500 and growing, has always looked beyond county lines for commerce opportunities. For decades it has served as the agricultural and legal services center

for a vast “tri-state area,” comprised of northwestern South Dakota, northeastern Wyoming, and southeastern Montana. Now western North Dakota can be added to the mix as Belle Fourche develops industries that contribute to the remarkable North Dakota oil boom. Belle Fourche’s location immediately north of the Black Hills means an annual influx of out-of-state visitors, including

hunters, motorcyclists, fossil seekers, winter sports enthusiasts, and those drawn to learn about Belle’s authentic Old West heritage. Seth Bullock, Buckskin Johnny and Calamity Jane left their mark on local history, and in the 1890s Great Plains cowboys knew Belle Fourche as the trail’s end. That meant the cattle they moved would be loaded onto train cars, and they themselves could collect their pay and spend it in

rowdy cowboy fashion. That history, and other regional heritage, is interpreted in the beautiful Tri-State Museum, above the banks of the Belle Fourche River. Given its connection to early day cowboys, it’s not surprising that Belle Fourche played an integral role nationally in advancing the sport of rodeo. As has been the case every Fourth of July since 1918, Belle See BELLE FOURCHE — Page 7

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Continued from Page 5 Fourche will host the world-famous Black Hills Roundup this summer. It’s a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association event. Additionally, South Dakota’s top young cowboys and cowgirls will be in town June 19-23 to compete in the South Dakota High School Rodeo Finals, and throughout the summer there will be ranch and jackpot rodeos, plus rough stock competition—all at the storied Roundup grounds. The biggest Belle Fourche story of 2013, however, is how the community is amping up its industrial development efforts related to servicing nearby Wyoming oil, gas and coal fields, and North Dakota oil ventures. The Belle Fourche Development Corporation, for years a Chamber of Commerce component, became an independent entity at the start of the year. It committed itself to hiring a fulltime economic development director in 2013. The town’s newest major industry, Pipeline Plastics, will begin full operations this year. Construction of the company’s plant, where 40 employees will work, began in late

2012 with Gov. Dennis Daugaard present for the groundbreaking. Pipeline Plastics will manufacture piping for energy industries in North Dakota and other states, and for water service systems nationally for decades to come. Just down Highway 212 from Pipeline Plastics work continues at the new, state-of-the-art Industrial and Rail Park. Infrastructure will support plants of any size. City bonds of $4.5 million made the 100-acre park possible. The Canadian Pacific rail tracks runs along the park’s southern property line, and the park is developing its own rail yard. Not even the most casual observer could fail to notice the tremendous increase in traffic through Belle Fourche the past couple years, especially north and south along Highway 85. That’s the route connecting Belle to the North Dakota oil fields. The traffic has brought about increased demands for local fuel and food sales, as well as other retail. Epitomizing the growing demand for retail for travelers is the mammoth size of a new Cenex travel plaza that opened at the junction of Highways 85 and 212 in April.

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Counting the ways gaming has grown By Jaci Conrad Pearson Black Hills Pioneer

DEADWOOD — Over the past 23 years, Deadwood gaming has grown into more than a $1 billion industry annually. In fact, since gaming began in November of 1989 and through December 2012, total gaming action seen in the Wild West city totals just more than $16 billion. “We are definitely a billion-dollar industry!” said Deadwood Gaming Association Executive Director Tom Nelson. “Simple math tells you that 10 percent hold on $1 billion is $100 million in gross revenue. And that means $9 million directly to the state.” Nelson said that Deadwood gaming definitely contributes tremendously to the local economies. “Primarily the payroll that the employees get flips many times throughout the commu-

nity — the sales tax, the property tax, all the other taxes which people pay just for consuming,” Nelson said. “In addition, the gas tax people pay for coming to Deadwood and leaving Deadwood and the bed and booze tax for the area is huge, especially for the hotels in the Lead-Deadwood area, the bars, the restaurants. Not to mention, the contractors’ excise taxes which are paid for the building of places like Deadwood Mountain Grand, the Lodge, Cadillac Jack’s and others.” There is roughly a 10 percent profit margin in Deadwood’s gaming, with a 90 percent overall payout. Of that $1.1 billion, around $1 billion is returned to gamblers in the form of winnings each year. Around $100 million is realized by the casinos in revenue. “The Deadwood gaming industry saw $1,143,131,192 in gaming action this year

and the customers get 90 percent of that back,” said Celebrity Hotel General Manager Ken Gienger. According to Deadwood Gaming Association estimates, the gaming industry supports 2,000 jobs in Deadwood, with an average annual salary of $20,000, resulting in at least $40 million in payrolls. Since gambling began, Deadwood’s gaming industry has paid close to $259 million in state and local taxes. “Lawrence County and the school districts and the other communities in Lawrence County all get a check from the state that comes directly from Deadwood Gaming,” Nelson said. A 9 percent tax is collected each month from the casinos, with 1 percent going to the state’s general fund and 8 percent distributed in the following manner: 40 percent to tour-

ism, 10 percent to Lawrence County and 50 percent to the gaming commission fund. Among other things, the administrative costs of the Commission on Gaming are paid from the commission fund which amounted to 6.93 percent of total revenue collected in 2012. In addition, $100,000 was distributed to the State Historical Preservation Loan and Grant fund and up to $30,000 can be distributed to the Department of Social Services for Gambling Addiction Treatment and Counseling Program grants. This year, $5,645 was distributed to this line item. In 2012, the net municipal proceeds paid to the city of Deadwood reached $6.8 million and in accordance with state law, the distribution of funds in excess of this amount changed; 70 percent of the excess was transferred to the state’s general fund, 10 percent See GAMING — Page 13

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LEAD — From continuing with infrastructure upgrades and repairs, to installing state-ofthe-art science experiments and expanding education and outreach efforts, officials at the Sanford Underground Research Facility have been extremely busy this year. Once the laboratory 4,850 feet underground was ready for occupancy in May of 2012, scientists immediately began setting up their experiments. But the work to improve the lab for science didn’t stop there, as crews are still working to upgrade and repair the Ross and Yates shafts, to make it possible and easier to move personnel and equipment in and out of the underground lab. Funding also changed. In prior years the Sanford Lab had been funded by the National Science Foundation, as well as through state and private dollars. In February of 2012 that all changed when the U.S.

Department of Energy began funding 100 percent of operations at the Sanford Lab. Though private and state dollars still fund infrastructure improvements underground, as well as some education and outreach efforts, operational dollars flow to the Sanford Underground Research Facility from the Department of Energy, through the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in California.

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A federal fiscal review conducted last fall showed high efficiencies with funding at the Sanford Underground Research Facility, said Dr. Kevin Lesko, one of the leaders in development at the lab. The review was conducted by an independent group of five experts commissioned by the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory to assess the financial condition of the lab for cost effectiveness. Sanford Lab Executive Director Ron Wheeler reported that the lab has been consistently under bud-

get in all areas. “They all agree that we are spending our money very wisely and appropriately for the scope of work we are doing here,” Wheeler said. “They don’t think we can cut anything out.” Furthermore, the Sanford Lab recently received the good news that it would not be affected by the federal sequestration. The U.S. Department of Energy will provide $14.5 million of its expected $15 million for operating costs, and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory will absorb the $500,000 shortfall. For the 2013 federal (DOE) fiscal year, which runs from Oct. 1 to Sept. 30, Wheeler said last month that the Sanford Lab expects to spend an estimated $12.9 million on operational costs. In addition to its operational costs, officials at the Sanford Underground Research Facility are spending $6.7 million in private dollars on infrastructure improvements. These include im-

provements to the Yates and Ross shafts, which are being conducted in an effort to increase safety, support future underground lab construction, and make it possible to transport personnel and materials into the depths of the Sanford Underground Research Facility. The state Legislature also approved a $2 million target investment this year for the Sanford Lab. The money, which lab officials expect to receive in July, will be used to continue making steel upgrades in the Ross Shaft, in order to make the lab attractive for larger experiments. Wheeler explained that though the Department of Energy is funding operations, federal funding will not support infrastructure upgrades unless they are tied within a specific experiment proposal. Since the Ross Shaft rehabilitation is a five-year project, researchers would be hesitant to add a project like that to their funding timetable. But, using the state’s $2 million, he said, the Sanford Lab will move forward with the improvements to make the lab even more attractive for experiments that could last for up to 40 years or more and possibly attract millions of outside dollars to the state. District 31 Rep. Fred Romkema, who served on the appropriations committee that pushed the funding request through in the general budget, said, “The state of South Dakota, Denny Sanford and others, have invested in the mine with the goal of garnering scientific knowledge and subsequent viable economic benefit for Lawrence County, South Dakota, and our country.”

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Above, The Sanford Lab and the Large Underground Xenon experiment has been gaining national attention lately as the experiment prepares to flip the switch on the experiment. Courtesy photo Top, Curt Nehrkorn, 24, a graduate student at the University of California Santa Barbara, checks readings on the Large Underground Xenon experiment. Pioneer photo by Adam Hurlburt

Currently the Sanford Underground Research Facility hosts about 14 active science experiments. Of those, six are physics experiments, four are associated with geology and another four are performing research in biology, with a strong emphasis on biofuels. The two largest experiments in the lab are 4,850 feet underground at the Davis Campus — the Large Underground Xenon dark matter detector and the Majorana Demonstrator neutrinoless double-beta decay experiment. Last summer, the LUX ex-

periment began the careful, slow, and arduous process to move its very sensitive detector from its surface facility at the Sanford Lab underground to the Davis Campus and into a massive water tank that will act as a shield from cosmic rays. Moving the detector underground took two days. Once scientists got their LUX detector in place, they spent several months filling the water tank with highly purified water, testing instrumentation, and performing various checks and balances to ensure complete accuracy. Now, Sanford Lab Deputy Lab Director Mike Headley said he expects LUX officials to begin the search for dark matter this spring. Within about two weeks of operation, the LUX will be the most sensitive dark matter detector in the world. Though nobody has ever been able to directly detect it, scientists believe dark matter exists because of the estimated amount of mass in the universe. “Our galaxy is spinning way too fast, based on the matter we can see,” Heise said. “The best explanation for that is that there is dark matter up there holding it together.” The Majorana Demonstrator experiment, which seeks to study a very rare form of radioactive decay in neutrinos, also had an exciting year so far. From electroforming the world’s purest copper underground for use in the construction of their experiment, which must be completely free of cosmic rays, to assembling the first of a series of enriched germanium detectors, Majorana scientists were busy this year. “It’s quite an exciting time right now,” said Majorana scientist Ryan Martin. In addition to LUX and Majorana, the Sanford Lab also kept a close eye on the LongBaseline Neutrino Experiment. The experiment, otherwise known as LBNE, seeks to study how neutrinos change type in transit. Ultimately its researchers hope to shoot a beam of neutrinos from Fermilab near Chicago, through the earth to a detector that will be See SANFORD LAB — Page 12

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SANFORD LAB Continued from Page 11 built at the 4,850-level of the Sanford Lab. The distance between Fermilab and Lead is perfect for studying how neutrinos change form in transit, scientists say. The Long-Baseline Neutrino Experiment, a Department of Energy-funded venture, does not currently have the funds to move underground, but researchers are actively seeking international participation to raise the $135 million necessary to put the detector at the Sanford Lab underground. However, currently the Department of Energy is proceeding with plans to build a surface LBNE laboratory in Kirk Canyon, which will allow researchers to conduct some early science. While scientists were making plans to move into the Sanford Lab to conduct their research, Kathy Hart and Tom Trancynger were developing a model that would help scientists understand the rock formations in the lab. Working as geologists for the Sanford Lab, the pair developed a new model, which highlights the various types of rocks and rock densities at the Sanford Lab. The model will help physicists understand the material particles have to travel through before they reach the Davis Campus.

Education and outreach

From setting up live video conferences from the Davis Campus labs underground to helping high school students with their senior projects, education and outreach efforts were also lively this year.

The Black Hills Pioneer Officials at the Sanford Lab took their story on the road this year, speaking to various civic groups around the state. As part of those presentations, they used videoconferencing technology and high bandwidth Internet capabilities, to connect to civic groups in Sioux Falls, Huron and Aberdeen. Members of those audiences got to talk live with scientists working nearly a mile underground at the Sanford Lab. While some lab officials were doing education and outreach for adults, others were working with students from throughout the region. Dr. Peggy Norris, deputy director of education and outreach at the Sanford Lab, stayed busy working with classroom groups from throughout South Dakota and Wyoming, giving tours and conducting engineering and science challenges designed to help students understand what is going on at the lab. Environmental Manager John Scheetz and his team also worked with a LeadDeadwood High School student to help him with his senior project to develop sand filters that would help the lab further understand its water treatment process. Further, Spearfish High School science teacher Steve Gabriel was able to bring science in the lab to a few of his students, by getting them involved with setting up physics flow meters. Additionally, officials with the Sanford Lab Environment, Health and Safety Department and the Communications Department worked with the S.D. National Guard 82nd Civil Support Team to conduct a disaster training exercise. The event had soldiers from the 82nd CST bringing in experts to help assess a simulated “gas odor”

Scientists at the Sanford Underground Research Facility are currently working on 14 experiments, including the search for dark matter. Pioneer photo by Adam Hurlburt emanating from the lab. The purpose of the exercise, which featured the landing of two Blackhawk helicopters at the lab site, was to give area soldiers experience in disaster response. Laboratory Director Mike Headley said it has been a very productive year. “With completion of the Davis Campus,

installation of LUX and Majorana, and improvements in the Ross and Yates shafts, this past year has seen incredible progress at the lab,” Headley said. “We’re already looking to the future. Additional experiments will increase the lab’s longevity and build upon South Dakota’s investment in the facility.”

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GAMING Continued from Page 9 was distributed to other municipalities in Lawrence County, pro rated according to population, 10 percent was distributed to school districts in Lawrence County, pro rated based upon the previous year’s average daily membership and 10 percent was distributed to the City of Deadwood. Per state law, the amount which is distributed to the school districts is offset by a dollar for dollar reduction in state aid which the district receives. When gaming in Deadwood began, there were no dime slots, no 50 cent machines, no penny machines and a $5 bet limit. Historic preservation funding from the city and state were virtually non-existent and the town’s infrastructure needs couldn’t be addressed because of inadequate funding on the part of the city. Today, as a direct result of Deadwood gaming, the state historic preservation commission receives $100,000 annually, the city

of Deadwood receives at least $6.8 million annually and has received more than $145 million in tax revenue since gaming began in November 1989. This has been used to make great strides in improving the city’s infrastructure needs, as well as preserving many of its historic buildings. Lawrence County has received $11.4 million in tax revenue since that time.

Historical gaming numbers – counting the ways gaming has grown

At the end of Deadwood’s first year of gaming in 1989, Deadwood had 27 black jack tables, 9 poker tables, 59 nickel slots, no dime slots, 267 quarter machines, no 50 cent machines, 76 dollar slots and no $5 machines, for a total of 437 units. In just two months, the total handle was $23,136,277, with table game revenues at $488,861.54 and

slot machine revenues at $1,717,957.10, for total gross revenues of $2,206,818.64. There were 24 gaming licenses at the end of 1989. Nearly 24 years later, the latest cumulative annual figures available through the South Dakota Commission on gaming, through February 2013, show 47 black jack tables, 48 poker tables, 2547 penny machines, 108 nickel slots, 50 city slots, 2 dime slots, 376 quarter machines, 13, 50 cent machines, 268, $1 slots, 73, $5 slots, and 9, $25 slots for a total of 3,446 gaming devices and 95 tables. Total handle thus far in 2013 is $169,205,257. Total 2013 table game revenues total $2,025,890. Total slot machine revenues total $13,713,721. Total gross revenues total $15,739,612. There were 134 gaming licenses in Deadwood at the end of February, down from 140 in February of 2011. Part of the decrease can be attributed to the closing of the Gold Dust on Main Street in Deadwood. The Gold Dust had six gaming rooms for a total of 177 machines. “What we are seeing is that the average

bet per machine in Deadwood is going up because of those machines not being available,” Gienger said. “Those customers who would frequent the Gold Dust are now spending more time at other places. But when you have a big block of gaming rooms shut down in a busy area of Main Street, that gives customers a negative perception on how gaming is going in Deadwood.” Gienger feels that Deadwood is in a shifting mode, as new hotels and gaming floors are being built off of Main Street, which is affecting Main Street business. “Those new hotels and gaming floors are also bringing in some new customers to Deadwood because of what they can offer and those customers are frequenting Main Street businesses,” Gienger said. “We all know that in business you are going to have years of growth and years of static production. Because of this our overall gaming and hotel numbers can continue to grow, it’s just that the growth numbers are shiftSee GAMING— Page 14

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Nelson said as far as the future goes, it’s difficult to pinpoint a trend for Deadwood. “It is still a little bit of a roller coaster. The higher bet limit has been a great help, but table games are only 8 percent of gross revenue,” Nelson said. “Deadwood was a growth industry for about 20 years. We enjoyed about a 7 percent growth every year. We had a bump when the smoking ban came into effect and the downturn of the economy in 2008. However, the past few years have been encouraging. The higher bet limit has helped.” Looking down the road, Nelson is concerned that the Chamber of Commerce and the individual properties have found it necessary to pro-

mote even more and more. “This is good news/bad news,” he said. “The good news is more people are coming to Deadwood but not necessarily spending more, but still coming to Deadwood. The bad news is that promotions, or free play, by individual properties are considered gross revenue and are taxed at 9 percent. This is at least $1 million a year of unjust tax to the industry. That million dollars could go to payroll, property improvements, reducing debt, or many other things. But instead it’s going to the state in the form of unfair tax.” Nelson also pointed out that Deadwood gaming is constantly challenged by other venues, with South Dakota lottery being one. “In their attempts to look at new games, new bet limits, and new payouts,” Nelson explained. “The lottery is becoming more and more like Deadwood, which waters down the whole gaming mystique. In addition, there are flights to Las Vegas directly from Rapid City. This makes Las Vegas a huge competitor for Deadwood. Plus just about all the other states have gaming. And in addition, tribal gaming in South Dakota continues to grow.” At the end of the day, Nelson said that other statistics for the Deadwood area prove that gaming is a very strong industry. “Department of Labor stats for employment, housing and income show that we’re very strong,” Nelson said. “Sales tax from the Department of Revenue shows our area as very strong. And the South Dakota banking authority shows our area is very strong because of the amount of money being lent out to individual properties for building improvement, cash flow, etc.”

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DEADWOOD — For nearly 30 years the Shriners of western South Dakota have spent more than $262,000 on 75,000 gallons of gasoline, to make more than 1,200 trips to Minneapolis and Chicago — all to help area children get the medical care they need. The Naja Temple Shriners Transportation Division, with its Masonic Center based in Deadwood and its Shrine Club based in Rapid City, has been transporting patients to Shrine Hospitals since 1984. Currently the organization serves about 448 patients from western South Dakota, transporting them to Shriners Hospitals in Minneapolis, Chicago, and Cincinatti for orthopedic care, cleft lip/cleft palette, and burn care, respectively. During those trips, the Naja Temple Shriners Transportation Division takes care of all transportation costs, and pays lodging expenses for overnight stays. Patients and their families are only asked to pay for their own meals. Jim Hopkins, chairman of the Naja Temple Hospital Division, who had just returned from transporting a 13-month old and a 14 year old to the hospital in

Minneapolis, said the Shriners do it because the kids need the care. “Why do we do it? Because the kids need it,” Hopkins said. “They need the medical treatment they are getting from the Shriners Hospitals. A lot of the families can’t afford to provide their own transportation, so we just feel it is part of the dedication we have to the Shrine and to the kids we serve.” With 22 Shrine Hospitals across the country, Hopkins said the Shriners Hospitals have served 15,700 youth. Children are often admitted to the hospitals for surgeries and multiple treatments when they are infants, and remain in the care of the Shriners until they are 18 years old, or until they no longer need treatment. In some cases, treatment is extended to age 21. “An infant who comes in with a cleft foot, that is an ongoing treatment,” Hopkins said. “So there is whatever the procedure would be to straighten the foot, and then they have to lengthen the leg to make up the difference in length, because of the one foot being turned under. It could require several years of treatment and surgeries to correct that problem. The same is true of cleft lip and cleft palette. That is an ongoing process until it is complete.”

Not every temple has a Transportation Division, so Shriners in the Northern Hills feel especially happy to assist the kids in western South Dakota. Here in western South Dakota, Hopkins said there are about 65 men who serve as volunteer drivers, and of those, about 16 come from the Northern Hills area and from as far away as Alzada, Mont. Though the transportation division is based

in Rapid City, the headquarters for the Naja Shrine is in Deadwood. While Hopkins said the annual cost to transport youth to Shriners Hospitals is significant, it varies from year to year depending on circumstances. He declined to give an annual average because of the drastic differences in trips, gas prices, and other factors. In addition to getting children to the hospitals, the Transportation Division also

transports children to other facilities for further testing such as MRIs that are done at other hospitals. Currently, Hopkins said the Naja Temple Shriners Transportation Division averages about 65 trips a year, or about five trips a month. About two-thirds of those, Hopkins said, are trips to Minneapolis — a distance of more than 600 miles. “Of the 13 temples that the Twin Cities hospital serves, we are the farthest one away,” Hopkins said. “Our costs are a little more. Our time commitments are a little more. But we are happy to do it.” But without the Masons there would be no Shriners. Roger Thomas, the worshipful master of the Golden Star Lodge #9 in Lead explained that the Shriners are a high level of Masons. But there are many others who contribute to the community as well. Lead’s Masonic chapter is the Golden Star Lodge #9, while Deadwood’s is called the Deadwood Lodge #7. Both Lodges share the Deadwood Masonic Center as a meeting place. Since 1887, the Golden Star Lodge #9 has been active. A fraternal organization, the group currently helps clean up a portion of Highway 85 from Kings Grocery See SHRINERS — Page 20

The Shrine Circus, held in Deadwood every year, helps raise money for the Deadwood Masonic Lodge operations. The Deadwood Masonic Lodge is the central meeting place for a variety of Mason activities, including the Shriners Transportation Division. Pioneer file photos

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SPEARFISH — Each year Black Hills State University students devote thousands of hours of service participating in volunteer projects in the local community, around the country and throughout the world. From competition food drives with other universities and cleaning up local highways to sending African school children clothing and educational materials, BHSU civic-minded students make giving back part of their higher education. Erica Whitiker, BHSU student engagement and programming coordinator, said volunteering helps students become well-rounded members of society. BHSU has 75 student organizations, all of which provide some sort of community service. “When going out to be a global member of our society, it’s important for students to get involved with student organizations that give them the venue to volunteer,” Whitiker said. BHSU recognizes students annually for their contributions to the community. Several of the BHSU student organizations participate in annual events such as the Spearfish Fall Festival, Make A Difference Day, the Red Shirt Cultural Exchange, and Alternative Spring Break. Whitiker said students are also constantly holding food and clothing drives and making cards to take up to the local hospital. “You can learn a lot from being actively engaged in the community or throughout

During a BHSU Yellow Jackets football game last fall, the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee welcomed 10-year-old Noah Misselt, center, from Box Elder to be the Make-A-Wish representative for the day. Noah joined the football team as the honorary team captain and joined the four team captains at the 50-yard line for the coin toss.

campus,” said BHSU student Devin Lynn, the coordinator of civic engagement for the university, noting that community service provides valuable experience that students can use in their future careers or as they further their education in graduate or professional school. In his position as coordinator of civic engagement Lynn provides a connection between the community and student organizations. Lynn said during last fall’s Make A Difference Day more than 40 BHSU students participated in volunteer activities throughout Spearfish. Jhett Albers, BHSU athletic director, said community service is built into the university’s athletic program. The programs each participate in volunteering throughout the year as well as have representatives on the BHSU Student Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC). Like the student organizations, the athletic programs dedicate their time to annual community service projects such as adopt-a-highway, volunteering in the schools, and Coaches vs. Cancer, a program funded by the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches. The program empowers schools and communities to join the fight against cancer through basketball coaches leading fundraising and advocacy efforts. “It is important for student athletes to participate in volunteer efforts because they are often role models for younger peo-

ple in the community,” Albers said. “When our athletes are service oriented, they model those positive characteristics.” Kristen Carmichael, assistant volleyball coach and SAAC coordinator, said SAAC has a goal of one community service project a month. SAAC representatives have provided community service to many organizations, both locally and nationally. Last fall, BHSU and the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology (SDSM&T) raised more than 1,000 pounds of food during a food drive competition between the two schools. The donated food was split between the Spearfish and Rapid City food pantries. “The food drive was really fun because (BHSU athletes) just love to compete with Tech,” Carmichael said. The SAAC also holds a fundraiser each October for the Make-A-Wish Foundation as a part of the NCAA Division II Week of Wishes. The BHSU SAAC also raised nearly $2,000 during February’s Special Olympics Polar Plunge and will be organizing the upcoming South Dakota Special Olympics Summer Games. The group is also looking at other monthly volunteer opportunities such as babysitting on Valentine’s Day, Carmichael said. “It’s important for students to get involved with community service. We are trying to prepare student athletes to be something after they graduate. It is a win-win; they give back and get something out of it as well.”

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Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center (HARCC) The Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center (HARCC) serves as a destination appealing to historians, geologists, paleontologists, archaeologists, genealogists, authors, scholars and the general public. It is a testament to the mining industry that helped shape America, allowing it to grow into an industrial nation. HARCC is a research center with a reputation for thoroughness assisting in multi-disciplined fields of study expanding HARCC’s credibility as a national resource, and, by its very nature, creates greater research opportunities on a state and national level. HARCC is a facility designed to host classes taught by state and national institutions of higher education focusing on the vast array of in-house materials. HARCC provides museum environmental standards allowing it to host both permanent and traveling exhibits of interest to scholars, tourists and members of the community. Lastly, HARCC provides a unique perspective of the Black Hills that goes handin-hand with the work being done by the Sanford Underground Research Facility.

Open year round to the public, the HARCC is wheelchair accessible. Room rental and document reproduction rates are available. Business hours are Monday – Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or by appointment.

150 Sherman Street Deadwood, SD

605.722.4800

www.DeadwoodHistory.com

605-423-4444 Black Hills Special Services Cooperative, an extension of 12 western South Dakota schools districts, has called Sturgis home for nearly three decades. We value our many connections to the community. Currently we are interested in interviewing potential Direct Support Professionals who would be employed to work with people who have developmental disabilities, in classrooms, residences, our Sturgis office, and at our Pleasant Valley campus.

Kiwanis Club of lead

A local service club dedicated to providing assistance to our local youth and the elderly. Chartered in 1925, the Kiwanis Club of Lead has been actively supporting the Lead and Deadwood communities for over 85 years. Through service projects and fundraising activities, the Club donates to and supports many community and special projects. Some of these projects include: The Community Birthday Calendar and the Prospector Bowl. $1,000 Scholarships for 2 graduating Seniors • Kids Voting American Legion Boys & Girls State • RIF American Legion Baseball • American Legion Government Day Little League Baseball • PTO • Students of the Month & Year Lead-Dwd HS Art Club • Lead-Dwd HS Speech & Debate Lead-Dwd HS Athletics • Post Prom • Lead Rec Center Library Tapes • Community Christmas • Festival of Trees Northern Hills Crisis Outreach • Neighborhood Housing Angel Tree • Senior Tree • Dictionary Project for 3rd Graders Lead-Deadwood Elementary Triathlon Sing each month at Golden Ridge Assisted Living Facility

Meetings every Monday night at 6:00 p.m. at the Roundhouse Restaurant in Lead. The public is welcome. Anyone interested in learning more, please contact a Kiwanian or call 584-1777

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During the early 1970’s and a national movement of deinstitutionalization, a group of parents initiated the effort start a facility in Spearfish for people with disabilities. With the help of community leaders, Northern Hills Training Center was successfully founded. We believe that people supported have human and legal rights which they do not have to work for or earn; have responsibilities that are an inherent part of their rights; and have the right to receive the supports and services they need to live in the community. Our four primary services include: residential, prevocational/vocational, medical and service coordination. The goal of residential services is to provide assistance and support to people with disabilities so that they can have opportunities to socialize and to help them become as independent as possible within their living environment. In order to provide a variety of choices for people, these supports are offered in a variety of settings including group homes,

supervised apartments, family homes and traditional community housing. The supports offered by staff in residential services cover a wide variety of daily living skills. The goal of residential services is to provide assistance and support to people with disabilities so that they can have opportunities to socialize and to help them become as independent as possible within their living environment. Our prevocational/vocational programs help people find employment. The goal is to help people find and prepare for the job of their choice. These choices may include working on a crew or working independently in the community. The medical/nursing staff supports people in assessing their health care needs and assisting them to access the quality health care services available in Spearfish and surrounding communities. The service coordinator is a primary advocate for the person supported and ensures that what is important to a person and what is important for a person is identified and addressed. Northern Hills Training Center supports approximately 130 people.

Days of ’76 Museum Live re-creations of the town’s rich history began in 1924 through the Days of ’76 celebration and award-winning rodeo. The celebration began as a way to honor Deadwood’s pioneers – the prospectors, miners, muleskinners and madams who poured into the Black Hills in 1876 to settle the gold-filled gulches of Dakota Territory. The Black Hills’ newest museum documents the celebration and rodeo. The Days of ’76 Museum features exceptional displays of carriages, firearms, American Indian artifacts, and illustrates Deadwood’s enduring friendship with Buffalo Bill Cody. Admission is $7 for adults, $2 for children ages 7-13 and free to children 6 and under. Family rates available. (The museum is free to Deadwood History members.)

The Days of ’76 Museum is wheelchair accessible. The gift shop is located on the first floor.

Open year round. Call 605.722.4800 for information on facility rentals and group tours.

625 Harvard St. • Spearfish, SD • 605.642.2785

Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Black Hills Post #5969 Deadwood

Post 5969 became reality in February 1946, when Jim Shea and Toby Dahl acquired a charter from the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States of America (referred to as the VFW). Toby Dahl was first Commander in the old City Building. When it burned down the club was moved to Main Street. The Ladies Auxiliary received its charter in November 1946 with Clara Mae Ruth as President. Renovations by the veterans began in the quarters on Pine Street in 1964. Moving into this building that had been a car dealership, plus home to several grocery stores in May 1965 had Milbert Albrecht as Commander and Betty Bender as President. One of the earliest community services provided by the VFW as recalled by Pat Wescott and Ray Koskela was serving as Honor Guard for fallen comrades. Many may recall the Lighting of Bikes for area children. As a nonprofit organization we are continually enlarging our outreach in service to the community by various fund raisers. Present Post Commander is Art Nelson along with Betty Bender as Auxiliary President. Veterans who have fought on foreign soil are encouraged to apply for membership. Any surviving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter or sister is eligible to apply for the Ladies Auxiliary. More information is available by calling our Post 5969 at 722-9914. Any time you see an American flag being marched up Main Street or hear the Star Spangled Banner being played please place that right hand over your heart in remembrance of those who were tested to preserve our way of life. It is a matter of respect. They deserve no less.

18 Seventy Six Drive, Deadwood, SD 605.578.1657 www.DeadwoodHistory.com

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Community Partners 908 Washington St., Lead, SD 57754-1227 (605) 717-0195 Parsonage (605) 717-2277 Church

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160 W. Main St., Lead, SD 57754 • 605.584.3110

Sunday’s Schedule

Wednesday’s Schedule

Children’s Sunday School 9:30 AM Morning Service 10:30 AM Evening Service 6:00 PM

Bible Study and Prayer 7:00 PM

A Christ-Centered Church Because Golden Hills Baptist Church desires to be a Christ-centered church, all of our worship and service is focused on the glorious person of the Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, we unashamedly preach and teach doctrinal truth from the Bible revealing the Lord Jesus Christ as He is so that we can be changed into His image. If you are seeking to know, worship, serve, and glorify the Christ of the Bible, we invite you to come and hear how you can be “complete in Him” Who is our Creator, Redeemer, and Lord.

Articles on the “Blessedness of Forgiveness” & “Religious But Uncertain?” can be found at goldenhillsbaptistchurch.wordpress.com

Deadwood Elks Lodge #508 Buy, Fix, Keep: Building Neighborhoods Together. Our Mission: NeighborWorks® Dakota Home Resources assists in providing safe, decent, and affordable housing and revitalizing neighborhoods to improve the quality of life in our communities NeighborWorks® Dakota Home Resources is a non-profit organization providing assistance to residents of the Black Hills and western South Dakota who need help purchasing, repairing, and retaining their homes. By offering affordable housing and community focused programs, we strive to improve the quality of life for lower-income families and entire neighborhoods. Thanks to the help and support of volunteers and donors, our organization is able to offer lending, home rehab, and education, all under one roof. During the week of July 7 – 13, 2013, we will be touching the lives of hundreds of residents in our community by reaching out to those in need. NeighborWorks® Dakota Home Resources, Meade County, City of Sturgis and Meade School District 46-1, along with Group Mission Trips (formerly Group Workcamps Foundation) located in Loveland, Colorado, is sponsoring the 7th Northern Black Hills Workcamp. We are seeking organizations to help “sponsor a house” by donating $370.00 which will be used to purchase building materials locally for use on a home of a family selected to receive Workcamp assistance. Your name/business will be identified on signage placed at the home. Please send donations to NeighborWorks® Dakota Home Resources, attention Workcamps. Thank you in advance for your contribution. Together we can help make a difference.

605-578-1401 • www.neighborworksdhr.org

PO Box 584, Deadwood 578-1333 Club 722-5224 Secretary

If you’ve been around the Hills for a while, there is a good chance that your children, or even you, have directly benefited from one of the many Elks sponsored programs. Besides operating the largest privately funded scholarship program in the U.S., The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks sponsor a nationwide youth free-throw contest called Hoop Shoot, supports the D.A.R.E. Drug Awareness program in schools along with numerous programs and activities specifically for Armed Services Veterans. Locally, Deadwood Lodge #508 sponsors an annual Easter Egg Hunt and the Lead-Deadwood Middle School Student of the Month awards. Each spring, our Youth Appreciation Banquet honors the achievements of over 300 students and their families from around the region. We are a contributor to the Post Prom events in all of the area high schools, contribute to numerous local athletic events and send a high school student representative to Boys and Girls State each year. Additionally, we answer many individual funding requests for those in need. Members of Deadwood Lodge #508 truly exemplify the Elks mantra “Elks Care, Elks Share”. The Deadwood Elks Lodge lounge, once the hub of Deadwood’s social dance scene, is much quieter these days. Located right above Deadwood Harley Davidson and next to the Franklin Hotel, it still sports a full bar and is open weekend nights. Recent renovations have restored its magnificent view overlooking Deadwood’s Main Street. Members enjoy one of the best vantage points for taking in Deadwood’s many busy events.

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Black Hills Parrot Welfare & Education Center

The Adams Museum is the Black Hills’ oldest history museum. In 1930 pioneer businessman W.E. Adams founded the Adams Museum in downtown Deadwood with the purpose of preserving and displaying the history of the Black Hills. He donated the building to the City of Deadwood and placed the operation of the organization in the hands of a board of directors. The Adams Museum is home to some of the Black Hills’ greatest treasures including Potato Creek Johnny’s gold nugget, beloved American illustrator N.C. Wyeth’s pencil sketch drawing of Western legend Wild Bill Hickok, the mysterious Thoen Stone record of the Ezra Kind party’s discovery of gold in the Hills in the 1830s, and a one-of-a-kind plesiosaur (marine reptile).

In addition to exhibits on all three levels, a western history bookstore is included on the main floor, and a meeting room is located on the lower level. Open year round, the Adams Museum is wheelchair accessible. A suggested donation of $5 per adult, $2 per child is appreciated. Call 605.722.4800 for information on facility rentals and group tours.

Black Hills Parrot Welfare & Education Center is about a lot more than just Parrots. Incorporated as a non profit 501 (C-3) in 2007 and moving to Belle Fourche in 2009, their experience with exotic birds reaches back decades. While their primary functions include education to K-12 children as well as adults about avian species, their conservation, care and biology. They also provide rehabilitation, consultation, avian care classes and adoption. In addition they closely monitor the latest advancements in avian medicine and continually improve the facility to enhance the educational experience of the visiting public. The latest additions include a Toucan exhibit featuring 5 different species (some very rare). Also the finishing touches are being put on an egg exhibit in the park that will include bird eggs from all over the globe, all new website www.blackhillsparrotwelfare.org and updated facebook page. Many new avian products are being added to the on site store. Remember they operate with an all volunteer staff, with 100% of proceeds from sales and donations going to the care of the birds. Black Hills Parrot Welfare & Education Center is open 10:00 – 5:30 Fridays and Saturdays. Tuesday thru Saturday (Memorial- Labor Day) $5.00 Adults and $3.00 Kids 4-12 for an annual pass that is good for as many visits you would like. Many Volunteer Opportunities exist. Make sure to mark your calenders for the 4th Annual “Parrot Festival” June 15th & 16th 2013 A (FREE COMMUNITY EVENT) featuring renowned Avian Guest Speakers, Entertainment, Birds of Prey, Parrots, Raffles, and much more.

54 Sherman Street Deadwood, SD 57732 605.578.1714 www.DeadwoodHistory.com

11132 Valley 1 Rd., Belle Fourche, SD 57717 • 605-892-2336

Spearfish Nutrition Site Tree House Café/Meals on Wheels 430 Oriole Drive | Spearfish, SD 57783

Founded in 2004 LIKE THE NORTH STAR Our mission in life is to point people to Jesus. Jesus isn’t found in a bunch of rules and regulation. A relationship with Jesus should be a guilt-free experience. It doesn’t have to take all the fun and excitement out of life. It happens when you get to know Him in a real, active, organic, life-changing way. When you come and visit us, expect to be comfortable. Jeans and T-shirts are the normal attire. We’ll worship and pray and our lead minister, Matt, will talk for a while. Don’t worry, though—we don’t let him talk too long! We’ll take communion and, if you are a believer in Jesus, you’re welcome to take it with us. There will be an offering for people who call North Point home; we don’t expect you to give when this happens. We just want you to get to know us, to see if we’re a good fit for you. Hope to see you soon.

Celebration Service is at 10:05am Sunday mornings in the Spearfish High School Auditorium

Citizens of the Spearfish community 60 years young plus, have an exceptional opportunity to meet friends and neighbors in a relaxed environment at the Tree House Café (Spearfish Nutrition Site). If you enjoy good nutritious food, meeting people and great conversation, then you need to stop in and see what the newest craze in town is. Good High Quality nutritious food is essential to our well being and at the Tree House Café, that’s precisely what you will get. We offer three hot entrees and an extensive variety of side dishes Monday through Friday 11:00 – 1:00. Even though we are a Senior Meals Program, we encourage all ages to join in and enjoy our offerings. There is no fee for seniors, only donations are accepted. Guests under 60 are charged a fee of $6.59 plus tax. We are a non-profit federally funded program relying exclusively on donations, grants, fundraisers, memorials and some state and federal funding.

Through our Meals-On-Wheels program, seniors unable to adequately cook for themselves and are homebound can have a noon meal delivered to their home Monday through Friday by volunteers who graciously donate their time to help us out. Only donations are accepted for this service. Our ultimate goal is to bring awareness of the importance nutritious food has in our daily lives. Not only is food a vital part of daily living but fellowship plays a big role in knowing that there is a place one can go and feel welcomed.

For more information, call 642-1277

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The meticulously restored 1892 Victorian mansion with original contents recounts the tragedies and triumphs of two of Deadwood’s founding families. The Queen Anne-style home was built by pioneer businessman Harris Franklin. The oak interiors, hand-painted canvas wall coverings, stained glass windows, thoroughly modern 19th century plumbing and electricity, telephone service, and original furnishings chronicle Deadwood’s transition from a raucous mining camp into a prosperous and technologically rich city. W.E. Adams purchased the home in 1920, and after his death in 1934, Adams' second wife Mary closed the doors. The house sat silent for almost 60 years. Mary Adams left everything intact from the sheet music in the piano bench, the books in the library, the china in the pantry, to the patent medicines in the bathroom, the gilded settee in the parlor, and even the cookies in a cookie jar. Under the direction of the City of Deadwood’s Historic Preservation Commission and the Adams Museum, historic preservation experts painstakingly restored the mansion to its former glory. The home is open daily in the summer when the beautiful gardens are in full bloom. During the fall and winter, the mansion serves as a stage for special tours. The Mary Adams Orientation Center, adjacent to the house, features an elegant gift shop. The His-

toric Adams House is wheelchair-accessible on the first floor. Spring and fall hours are in April and October, Monday – Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with tours on the hour. Summer hours are May through September, daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with tours on the half hour. The last tour of the day is at 4:00 p.m. Call for details on winter hours. Admission is $7 for adults, $2 for children ages 7 – 13 and free to children 6 and under. Family rates available. The museum is free to Deadwood History members. Call 605.722.4800 for information on facility rentals and group tours.

Hometown Values Hometown People Hometown Newspaper. Thank you for reading the only locally owned newspaper in the Territory. Since 1876... your hometown newspaper

22 Van Buren Street Deadwood, SD 57732 605.578.3724 www.DeadwoodHistory.com

Trinity United Methodist Church A gift to your library is a gift to the entire community.

Hearst Library 315 W. Main • Lead, SD 57754

605-584-2013

Our library is located on Lead’s Main Street between the Historic Homestake Opera House and the Black Hills Mining Museum.

Stop in for a cup of coffee or cappuccino ~ stay to read the paper or take advantage of the

FREE internet & wireless access! • Library cards are free with proof of Lawrence County residency.

• AvAilAble For CheCkout Are:

Sunday Worship Service 9:00 a.m. Fellowship following Worship • Sunday School for all ages Lord's Cupboard • Christian Ministry Center

111 S. Main Street, Lead - 605-584-1328

New release print books, audio books, e-books, movies and magazines

• ProgrAms the librAry oFFers:

Preschool story hour, home school library skills class, library book club, adult and children's knitting groups and summer reading programs for all ages.

Visit our website: www.leadlib.com • E-mail: hearstlibrary@sdln.net Library Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. 10am-7pm • Thurs. & Fri. 9am-5pm • Sat. 9am - 1pm

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By Wendy Pitlick Black Hills Pioneer

STURGIS — Whether they are giving money to help with kids’ medical expenses, buying a pair of soccer shoes or paying registration fees for band camp, over the last 10 years Realtors for Kids has given about $450,000 to the youth of the Northern Hills. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the organization that is characterized by local realtors who have a heart for kids. “If there is a kid who has a need, we want to be able to help,” said Denny McKay, 2012 president of the Northern Hills Realtors for Kids organization. “We don’t want any pats on the back. We just want people to know there is an organization here that will collect money for kids and that 100 percent of the money that comes to Realtors for Kids is given back to the kids.” Some examples of assistance Realtors for Kids has provided include paying a medical insurance deductible for a financially disadvantaged family, so their diabetic child could receive a badly needed insulin pump. Another example is when Realtors for Kids bought a clarinet for a child who wanted to play in the school band, but couldn’t afford an instrument. One parent, who received an unexpected gift from Realtors for Kids, wrote to the organization to thank them. “I received some necessities and educational toys thanks to you. I really appreciate this. It was like Christmas to my kids. You don’t know how much you have given me and my kids. We all appreciate it so much. For a mother with no job, no car and little money, you sure have made my year. The kids love the toys they got, and I love the stroller. Now instead of staying in my wonderful apartment, I can take all my boys for a walk and they can play with other kids which they didn’t get to do very often before. You have given us new hope.”

Realtors for Kids has given about $450,000 to area kids in its 10 years. Shown here are auction items donated for the 2013 benefit auction. Pioneer file photo

McKay said Realtors for Kids helps to fund a variety of children’s needs. Funding priorities are given for children who are victims of abuse, neglect or abandonment; children who have a temporary or ongoing medical condition, or have a need for medicine or medical supplies; and for children who want to participate in school and community programs but do not have the funds to do so. “We have always said that if a child has a talent and a desire, and is financially disadvantaged, we are going to help that kid,” McKay said. Last year, McKay said the organization gave about $65,000 to 250 children in the Northern Hills. Of that money, McKay reported that $28,000 of it went to help kids with medical issues. The rest helped youth pay fees associated with activity participation, or helped provide necessities like clothing for kids in need. With strong ties to the various Northern Hills school systems, the S.D. Department of Social Services, and other nonprofits like Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), McKay said Realtors for Kids always finds youth to help.

“We just want to be able to help parents and kids,” McKay said. “We have this passion to help kids get to the next level.” Originally started as a way to help kids who didn’t have the funds to participate in soccer, McKay said the first Realtors for Kids auction raised about $5,300 in 2002. After that, the organization received its 501c3 status in 2003. The organization is owned by the Northern Hills Association of REALTORS, which has 148 realtor members and is based in Spearfish. Since that first auction, fundraising efforts for the organization have grown exponentially. Last year, the group raised $80,000 to help kids. “We didn’t have any idea what we were going to do with the money, we just wanted to support kids,” McKay said. “The idea was that we wanted to give something back to our community.” Currently, McKay said the organization has a goal to raise $100,000, so they can help even more kids. But no matter how much money they raise, McKay said 100 percent of it will be spent on kids. “What we have said from day one was however much money we raise, that’s the money that is going to go out,” he said. “Our goal is to be broke every year, to invest the money in these kids and what is going on.”

BUSINESS

Realtors for Kids gives $450K to area youth

MIKE'S PAINT & BODY 2922 S. 4th Ave., Spearfish 605.642.8633

Mike’s Paint and Body is a full service collision repair facility serving Spearfish, and surrounding areas. Their lead technician has been in the auto body industry for 30 years. He is ASE and ICAR certified. Their refinish department features a Master PPG Certified Painter with more than 25 years experience in the auto body industry, and 20 years applying PPG products. Using industry leading paint materials manufactured by PPG, he is capable of seamless color matching and award-winning clear coat application. Whether from a collision, a weather-related incident or any other cause, the team will restore your vehicle to its pre-accident condition. They’ll help take the stress out of your life by getting your vehicle fixed and returned to you in a timely manner.

PROFILE

BUSINESS

10 years of helping kids

PROFILE

SPEARFISH REC & AQUATICS CENTER

122 Recreation Ln., Spearfish 605.722.1430 www.spearfishreccenter.com • Owner: City of Spearfish • 22 Yearly and 65 Seasonal Employees • 2013 Playful City USA The Spearfish Rec and Aquatics Center has something for everyone! They provide a fun, safe and friendly place for personal growth, physical fitness and positive social development. They cater to families, seniors, adults, youth and special groups. They thrive on providing fun, active and affordable opportunities for the community and their visitors.

4.5 Years in Business

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TOOLS & EQUIPMENT We’ve Moved & Expanded

So there’s more to Choose from! Floor sanders, fans, wallpaper steamer, carpet stretchers & tile saws. Concrete chainsaw & concrete electric saw with vacuum, Cat 340E mini and much more!

Cat Mini Excavator

Come see the new Skidsteer Attachments: Rock bucket, trencher 8” wide 48” deep, clean up with our new angle broom, 62” tiller, breaker auger & more!

We are now offering

Inflatable Bounce Houses & Obstacle Course! Taking Reservations now! 605-210-0553 or 605-723-7677 Bounce House

Ross Equipment Rental & Sales 18731 US Hwy 85 North, Belle Fourche (in the B&K Complex #4)

The Road to Recovery Starts Here. We specialize in helping patients recover from surgery or injury with the latest techniques in physical therapy and sports medicine. By explaining what caused your condition and giving you the tools to correct it, we strive to set you on the path to a pain-free future.

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Opening at 9:30 a.m. Monday-Saturday

640 N. 7th Street, Spearfish (next to Lueders - 1 block East of Main St.)

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United Way campaign in dire need of donations

B y H eather M urschel Black Hills Pioneer

SPEARFISH — Northern Hills United Way needs help. Donations dramatically decreased in 2012 and officials struggled to meet the $160,000 fundraising objective. So the 2013 goal has been set at $150,000. “All donations raised in the Northern Hills stay in the Northern Hills to support programs and services that help area residents,” said Renee Parker, executive director of United Way of the Black Hills. A total of 24 nonprofit organizations that are focused on health and human service needs receive funding from United Way in this area. Parker said the decrease in donations is due to the closure of PREMIER Bankcard in Spearfish, because its employees contributed more than 40 percent of all the donations. “At a time when resources were already scarce, and community needs were high, Northern Hills United Way agencies re-

ceived a significant reduction in funding due to the closure. This translated into fewer resources available to help people in need,” said Parker. “The impact one donation makes is immeasurable. By working together we can strengthen our community and accomplish far more than any of us can alone.” Northern Hills United Way 2012 fundraising campaign co-chairwoman Mary Pochop said despite the closure, last year everyone came together to attempt to raise the necessary funds. “The strength of the United Way is built on a team effort, everyone doing what they can,” she said. “Some can give a little, and some give a lot and we are hopeful that we will attain our goal and continue to have a large impact on the community.” Pochop said the nonprofit organizations depend on this funding to assist local people in need. See UNITED WAY — Page 31

Spearfish Regional Hospital employees take a break after assisting the Northern Hills United Way with local park cleanup efforts as part of the annual Day of Caring event, where individuals in Spearfish, Belle Fourche, Lead and Deadwood come together to participate in a variety of community service projects. This year’s Day of Caring will be held on Sept. 19.

Northern Hills Area United Way member agencies

Tom Willnerd, of Great Western Bank in Spearfish, volunteers his time to assist efforts of the Northern Hills United Way, an organization that supports 24 nonprofit agencies in Spearfish, Belle Fourche, Lead and Deadwood. Courtesy photos

211 Helpline Center American Red Cross Black Hills Area Chapter Artemis House Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Black Hills Boy Scouts - Black Hills Area Council CASA of the Northern Hills Catholic Social Services Community Health Center of the Black Hills Consumer Credit Counseling Service of the Black Hills Feeding South Dakota Girl Scouts — Dakota Horizons Habitat for Humanity of the Black Hills Imagination Library Book Program Kids Club Kids Lutheran Social Services Canyon Hills Residential Center Meals-on-Wheels NeighborWorks Dakota Home Resources Northern Hills Alcohol and Drug Services Prairie Hills Transit Retired and Senior Volunteer Program Salvation Army of the Black Hills Senior Companion Program of South Dakota Spearfish Nutrition Site Wellspring Western Resources for DisABLED Independence

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PROFILE

INTEGRITY MEATS

404 Industrial St., Belle Fourche 605.892.6215

• Larry & Alana Strickland, Co-Owners/Managers • 8 Employees • HACCP Certified Processing Plant Integrity Meats is a custom & state meat processing plant. They carry South Dakota Made cheese, Hutterite chickens, fresh & frozen cuts of meat, halves or whole sides of beef and pork, and a variety of ready to eat products including summer sausage, salami, chipped beef, jerky, beef sticks, pickled items. They also offer wild game processing in the fall. Their excellent customer service allows them to put quality and honesty at the top of the list. 12.5 Years

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REGIONAL HEALTH • 4,862 employees • Spearfish Regional Hospital received the 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Spearfish Area Chamber of Commerce • Regional Health received the Award of Excellence from the Spearfish Economic Development Corporation Regional Health is a tax-exempt, integrated, community-based heath care system of more than 40 health care facilities serving western South Dakota, southeastern Montana, northeastern Wyoming, southwestern North Dakota and northwestern Nebraska.

in Business

PROFILE

A WILD LIFE TAXIDERMY

NEW AT TRAK GUNS 3316 E. Fairgrounds Loop Rd., Spearfish 605.642.3976 • Owner: Travis Ruff • 2 Employees Travis Ruff is a professionally trained taxidermist and a graduate of Advanced Taxidermy Training Center of NW Montana. All mounts are lifetime guaranteed. Travis has added this new service to Trak Guns.

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New

The Festival of Trees is the largest fundraiser for the Spearfish Zonta Club. Pioneer file photo

BUDGET APPLIANCE, FURNITURE & DOLLAR STORE 613 State Street, Belle Fourche 605.892.2030

• Owners: Ellis & Mary Lou Tripp • 2 Employees Budget Appliance & Dollar Store opened May 1, 1993 the dayafter Sears closed. Over the last 20 years they sold different brands of appliances. Their appliance line today is Speed Queen, GE, Crosley, Hot Point and Daewoo. They also carry furniture by various vendors and dollar store items. About 9 years ago they opened their dollar store and even though they’ve had to increase some prices, they still offer a lot for a dollar or less.

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PROFILE

AMERICINN

2312 Dakota Ave., Belle Fourche 605.892.0900 • Owner: Greg Raisanen • 25 Employees In times that are ever changing to a faster and faster pace, it’s refreshing to know that there are businesses around who still preserve the proven traditions. AMERICINN offers complimentary breakfast including waffles; biscuits and gravy; gluten free items; and much more. Bring your swimsuit to enjoy their heated indoor pool and hot tub. They also offer wired and wireless internet service in each room. AMERICINN is a completely pet free and smoke free property with reasonable rates. The property has recently been updated including new paint and bedding. For special occasions or just to get away, they invite you to stay over!

7 Years in Business

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PROFILE

in Business

STATE STREET COOP

512 State St., Belle Fourche 605.723.1111 State Street Co-op is a new business in downtown Belle Fourche. This cooperative of several smaller businesses was organized by Deb McCart of Miki Dee's Boutique. The small business co-op consists of Ooh-La-La by Holly Main, Calamity Jane's Tack and Dakota Properties - Heidi Weolber, Weather Hat Company owners Jack and Jenny Scholl, Granny G's Girls by Deb Wheaton, Express Yourself cards and paper by LaRae Hanson and, of course, Miki Dee's Boutique by Deb McCart. State Street Co-op offers shoppers a unique relaxed shopping experience with the wide range of items and gifts; and having the business set up with several different "owners" allows each of them to work fewer hours than if they were in their own building. Stop in and shop -- from baby items, to jewelry, clothing, gifts and more. There is something for everyone at State Street Co-op.

4 Months in Business

25 years of service Zonta Club of Spearfish celebrates landmark anniversary

By Heather Murschel Black Hills Pioneer

SPEARFISH — During the last 25 years, the Zonta Club of Spearfish has made quite an impact on this community through the service and dedication of its members. Their mission is to raise funds to allocate toward organizations that support the needs of women and children. This anniversary not only commemorates the journey of the club since its inception, it provides an opportunity for its members to look toward the future. The Zonta Club of Spearfish was charted in 1988 with 25 active members. Today, there are 42 active members who work together on a variety of projects. Because of their fundraising efforts, the club is able to donate about 95 percent to support nearly 20 Spearfish organizations that support the community and the school district. Their only fundraiser of the year is the Zonta Festival of Trees, which is a four-day event that begins in December. After 22 years, the event still draws hundreds of community members who attend to admire trees adorned in a variety of decorations that incorporate certain themes, and partake in the many events that embody the holiday season. In December 2012, the event generated $40,000 so the club can in turn donate those funds back to the community. Another event that greatly impacts the community is the Zonta Young

Women’s Leadership Forum, which occurs every spring. Its purpose is to support and encourage young women in the community to develop the necessary skills for success. Patty Roadifer, a charter member who has remained involved in the club since then, said this forum is one of their biggest accomplishments over the years. Last year alone, more than 70 Spearfish High School freshmen and sophomore students gathered to learn more about themselves, set goals and receive advice on how to become strong, successful and professional women. The purpose is to invite a group of freshmen women to attend and participate in the forum, and then they are invited back the next year to refine the plans they made the previous year and develop even more skills for success. In addition to the forum, the club initiated a scholarship opportunity for young women at Spearfish High School who are in their senior year. Amber Wilde, the president of the Zonta Club of Spearfish, said this is their way to recognize the hard work of a deserving young woman in our community and assist her in achieving her goals. Members of the Zonta Club of Spearfish have also immersed themselves at the elementary school level. In recognition of Zonta International’s most notable members, the club has organized an Amelia Earhart contest. See SERVICE — Page 38

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Northern Hills United Way’s fundraising goal for 2013 is $10,000 less than in 2012. But the organization still assists nearly 30 organizations.

UNITED WAY Continued from Page 29 “Without the United Way’s contribution, many families will not receive the help they need to live a happy and successful life,” Pochop said. “When a donation is made it impacts local nonprofit organizations that serve our communities of Belle Fourche, Spearfish, Lead and Deadwood.” The funding, she said, helps people in areas of basic human needs, counseling, domestic violence, life skills education, senor services, transportation services

and youth services. Support ranges from providing meals to those who are hungry, treatment for troubled teens or helping women and their children escape domestic violence. Of every $1 donated, 85 cents goes directly to help with these needs because United Way has created partnerships that increase the impact of every donation. Parker said more than 50 volunteers worked extremely hard leading up to the December 2012 deadline to make up this shortfall by distributing information about United Way and asking businesses

and individuals to give. Last year, the Northern Hills United Way board of directors met with every organization that receives funding. “During these presentations there was a consistent theme. At a time when resources are at their lowest, more people are in need of help,” said Parker. “Knowing the extensive needs of our agencies, our hope is that the goal will be exceeded so that more help can be given, and more people can be served.” In addition to these fundraising efforts, United Way also organizes the annual Day of Caring event, where vol-

unteers are encouraged to participate in community projects throughout the Northern Hills. This year’s event will be held on Sept. 19 in conjunction with United Way’s kick off event held at the Holiday Inn and Convention Center each year. This year’s fundraising chairmen are John Derrek and Jim Kallas, and they will be initiating several events to encourage area residents and businesses to contribute to their cause this year. For more information on how to contribute, contact United Way of the Black Hills at 343-5872 or send a donation to 621 Sixth St., Ste. 100, Rapid City, SD 57701.

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Recognized by the most

IMPORTANT

Community Critics in the Northern Black Hills: DEADWOOD CHAMBER MEMBERS NEW MEMBERS IN 2012:

Allblackhills.com Black Hills Grab-A-Cab Black Hills Playhouse Black Hills Reptile Gardens Black Hills Veterans March Black Hills Wedding Chapels Deadwood 1876 Theater Deadwood Dog House DeMersseman, Jensen, Tellinghuisen, Stanton & Huffman Devils Tower Natural History

Diamond Lil's Bar & Grill Friends of the NRA Frog Works Photography Guides To Go High Country Guest Ranch Homestake Mansion Jake's Fine Dinning Korczak's Heritage/ Crazy Horse Memorial Laughing Water Restaurant/ Crazy Horse Memorial Lead's Own Bumpin’ Buffalo

Lotus Up Madame Peacock's Accessory Lounge Northern Hills Barber Shop Chorus Prairie Berry, LLC Prairie Harvest Mercantile & Gifts Pub N Grub RR Waste Solutions Second Chance Pawn Soaring Eagle Zipline South Dakota Air and Space Spring Hill Suites Vore Buffalo Jump

BE A PART OF ONE OF THE MOST PROGRESSIVE CHAMBERS IN SOUTH DAKOTA

DEADWOOD CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

• Internet Directory Listings & Links - Award-winning website with record number of visits in 2012. • Membership Official Guide Listing - Largest distribution of any South Dakota Chamber. Over 250,000 printed and distributed to information centers, travel shows, meeting planners, relocation packets and individual inquires. • Membership Labels or Disc - Deadwood Chamber membership list printed on labels or disc. • Relocation Inserts - Provide us with your information and we will mail it out with our initial replies. • Convention Welcome Packets -We will include your information in thousands of attractive welcome packets to conventions and meetings held in the city and surrounding communities. • Monthly Mixers - A personal invite to all monthly mixers with an opportunity to share your business information and talents with our members in a relaxed atmosphere. • Visit & Ribbon Cutting - Put your business in the news with a visit from the Deadwood Chamber Staff. • FAM’s - Familiarization Tour host. Deadwood is asked to host many tour group leaders, travel agents and travel writers to familiarize them with our area. • Economic Information - Community profile, demographic information, general business statistics, business development assistance. • Annual Events - The biggest and best events in the region bring tens of thousands of people to the area. • Chamber Board Room - Use of the Chamber Board Room for business meetings. • Member-To-Member Coupon Booklet - The coupon booklet is a one time only coupon and entitles discounts or special promotions from businesses participating in the Member-To-Member Program. • Community Guide - Free Publication

Pat Roberts, President Louie Lalonde,Vice President Chuck Turbiville, Secretary Rich Turbiville, Treasurer Ron Russo Georgeann Silvernail Mary Kopco Tom Rensch Matt Pike Ken Gienger Dr. Dan Leikvold Brad Hemmah Willie Steinlicht Dan Neal Jeanna Dewey Tracy Island

DEADWOOD CHAMBER STAFF

George Milos, Executive Director Vicki Johnson, Controller Marta Artz, Membership Director Sarah Anderson, Event Coordinator Lee Harstad, Marketing Director Heather Milliren, Co-Sales Director/Office Manager Katie Malin, Co-Sales Director/Sponsorship Manager Brooke Larson, 2013 Deadwood Chamber Intern

HISTORY AND INFORMATION CENTER STAFF Approximately 150,000 Guests Visit The Information Centers Each Year Sophia Bichler, Manager Kathy Toscana Carolyn Cypher

For more information on Membership with the Deadwood Chamber call 605-578-1876.

767 Historic Main St. Deadwood, SD

605-578-1876 www.deadwood.org

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New businesses

new owners, new locations in the Northern Hills Madame Peacock’s Accessory Lounge

Dakota Plains Auction

DEADWOOD — Madame Peacock’s Accessory Lounge opened for business in May under the ownership of Julie Geyerman. The store offers customers women’s accessories, clothing, jewelry, handbags, boots, hats, scarves, and novelty wigs. There is also a bar that serves beer, soda, and water. The store is located at 638 Main St.

LEAD — Dakota Plains Auction, owned and operated by Rick and Margi Olesen, recently moved from Rapid City to Lead. According to their website, Dakota Plains Auction offers “estate sale services, full or partial buyouts, and high quality consignments.” They also offer expert evaluations of merchandise and free pickup of items. The store is located at 809 W. Main St.

artists are welcome to use the space to teach their own classes as well. Art enthusiasts can find the store at 611 Main St.

environment,” Wingen said. Belle Fourche Physical Therapy has been open since Oct. and is located at 1515 5th Ave.

Belle Fourche Physical Therapy

Killian’s Tavern

BELLE FOURCHE — Julie Wingen recently opened Belle Fourche Physical Therapy. She provides all-inclusive physical therapy services including orthopedic, joint and muscular pain, neurological conditions, vestibular dizziness, headaches, pregnancy pains and more. “I opened up to provide physical therapy in a relaxed, fun

SPEARFISH — Killian’s Tavern opened in June under the ownership of Nick Caton. Killian’s Tavern is a classic American steakhouse with an emphasis on quality and family. Killian’s Tavern’s menu offers a variety of items including steak, seafood, duck, appetizers, and desserts. Killian’s Tavern also hosts a monthly See NEW BUSINESSES — Page 35

Pioneer photo by Jaci Conrad Pearson

Spankies Bar and Grill

Mountain Valley Vision Center

LEAD — Carla Ford and Vicki Mason opened Spankies Bar and Grill on May 15. The bar is an extension of their original business, Spankies Café, which is located right next door. The bar offers drinks, basket food and other Southern cuisine, a pool table, darts, and a stage for live music entertainment. Hungry customers can find the bar at 314 W. Main St

West River Studio

TLC Cleaners SPEARFISH — TLC Cleaners, owned by Pat Hersch, recently moved locations. The store specializes in dry cleaning, laundry service, clothing alterations and tailors. TLC Cleaners is now located at 1420 N. Ave.

SPEARFISH —– Drs. David and Jessica Czerney took over Mountain Valley Vision Center in January 2012. The center provides eye exams for adults and infants, contact lens fitting and vision therapy. Mountain Valley Vision Center is located at 1236 N. Ave.

SPEARFISH — Gary and Nancy Tripp opened West River Studio on July 6. The Tripps design custom silver jewelry, and their studio showcases numerous local artists. The studio also sells paintings, turned wood items, hand crafted gift items, beads, and glasses. Nancy teaches jewelry making classes, and Gary teaches silversmith classes, but Pioneer photo by Heather Murschel

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SEDC Spf Econ Spearfish Development Process

Economic DEvElopmEnt corporation "arE You moving Your companY in thE right DirEction?" Main & Kansas - P.O. Box 550 Spearfish, South Dakota 57783

SPEARFISH ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION WOULD LIKE TO THANK ITS MEMBERS FOR THEIR CONTINUED SUPPORT IN 2013!

605-642-3832

www.spearfishdevelopment.com

Since 1980, the Spearfish Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) has worked hard to expand and diversify the local economy. Committed to supporting job growth, SEDC provides assistance to existing businesses wishing to expand, while also trying to recruit new businesses to the Spearfish community. Over the last 10 years, SEDC is proud to have assisted a wide-range of businesses create and/or retain over 850 jobs which annually has provided a direct economic impact of $38.3 million on the local economy. In Spearfish... We Mean Business. "Improving lives by creating economic opportunities for our community and it's residents."

PLATINUM Ainsworth-Benning Construction Black Hills Power First Interstate Bank Montana Dakota Utilities Co. Spearfish Regional Hospital GOLD Auto Choice Black Hills Pioneer Butte Electric Cooperative, Inc. Great Western Bank GSE Clay Lining Technology, Inc. Holiday Inn Knology Lawrence Title Company Lehman Trikes USA Pioneer Bank & Trust SDN Communications Spearfish Electric & Heating Spearfish Forest Products Spearfish Motors. Inc. TMone Versatile Carpets & Interiors Wal-Mart SuperCenter Wells Fargo of Spearfish White's Queen City Motors Wolff's Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

Elkhorn Ridge Golf Course at Frawley Ranches Elkhorn Ridge RV Resort & Frawley Ranches Fidler-Isburg Funeral Chapel Financial Advisors of the Black Hills Financial Benefits Inc. Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant Hills Material Company Hills Product Group Hood & Nies, P.C. Interstate Engineering Johner & Son Jorgensen Development Ketel Thorstenson, LLP. Knecht Home Center of Spearfish Landmark Realty & Development Co. Lowe Roofing McDonald's of Spearfish Midstate Reclamation S.D. Phaze Electric Precision Blending Prestige Auto Sales Spearfish Family Dentistry Spearfish School District 40-2 Street Image Three Waters LLC Waupaca Northwoods, LLC. Western Dakota Insurors, Inc. William & Associates-Architecture, Inc.

SILVER All About Potential Family Chiropractic, PC Amigos, LLC Barker Wilson Law Firm Black Hills Federal Credit Union Black Hills State University Black Hills Urethane Brady, Pluimer, P.C. Century 21 Spearfish Realty Croell-Redi Mix Dakota Equipment Rental/Chain Saw Center David M Dorsett Regional Senior Care Donovan Construction

BRONZE Daniel & Donna Contonis Dan & Karol Green Georgia Feist John & Cathy Segrist Kristi & Kip Wagner Mary Ellen Lantis Rick & Lori Little A&B Business Equipment A-1 Transmission Specialists Absolute Realty Absolute Realty Amann & Graslie Dentistry, PC

American Family Insurance, Bob Burnett Animal Care Center of Spearfish Baron Properties, LLC Black Hills Laundry Black Hills Painting Canyon Hills Center Captain Clean of the Northern Hills Cedar House Coca Cola Bottling Company Dana Dental Arts Double D Builders, Inc. Edgewood Vista Senior Living Ellingson Drilling Estes Campbell Law Office First Western Insurance Agency Flanagan's Irish Pub Foxhammer Inc. Fred Ening Real Estate Gene's Lock Shop Gold Pages Publishing, Inc. H2E Inc. Help-U-Rent Hemeyer Enterprises Homes and Land Magazine J.A. Erickson & Company, PC Kadrmas, Lee & Jackson, Inc. Karl's TV & Appliance, Inc. Kingsbury Design & Drafting Konstant & Klein Appraisals, Inc. Konstant Appraisals, Inc. L. Ruth Engineering LLC Lamb Painting Lantis Enterprises Logic Builders Meyer & Dana Orthodontics Minitman, Inc. Mountain Shadow Estates Mr. Movies of Spearfish Northern Hills Board of Realtors Northern Hills Cinema Northern Hills Training Center Oakridge Development, LLC.

O'Neill's Floor Covering PACE Strategic Development LLC Papa Murphy's Pizza Paramount Technical Products Pepsi Cola/Admiral Beverage Corporation Perkins Family Restaurant Pro Build Quik Signs Robinson Builders Inc. Sharkey Plumbing & Heating, Inc. Sharon Hoggatt, C.P.A. Spearfish Animal Hospital Spearfish Eye Care Center Speedy Mart, Inc. SRAM/Quarq Technology, Inc. Stadler Industrial Service Taco Johns Terry Components The Real Estate Center of Spearfish Western Sky Media, Inc. Williams Properties ASSOCIATE Bell's Motor Lodge Motel Blayne & Karen Pummel Center for Business, Entrepreneurship & Tourism Ed & Mary Furois Howard & Elaine Owens Howard & Elaine Perry Jon Pochop Ken & Erin Halsey Lonnie Humbracht Mike & Liz Manning Prairie Hills Transit Richard & Linda Horak Spearfish Evans-Tonn Ditch Company Subway of Spearfish

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NEW BUSINESSES Continued from Page 33 Sushi night. “We just want to have a good time, serve good food, and encourage people to have fun and relax,” Caton said. The restaurant is located at 539 W. Jackson Blvd.

Adrenaline Junkies DEADWOOD — Adrenaline Junkies in Deadwood recently changed ownership. Tim and Sandy Cleveringa have been operating the business since May, along with their son Scott. The business offers ATV, snowmobile, motorcycle, and small engine repair and part replacement. The store is located on 175 Sherman St.

Willow Boutique and Spearfish Uniform Center SPEARFISH — Tracy Dufloth opened Willow Boutique and Spearfish Uniform Center in January. The store offers a wide variety of medical uniforms, or “scrubs,” at affordable prices. The store also sells accessories, handbags, scarves and jewelry. The store is located at 1420 N. Ave.

Outlaw Saloon BELLE FOURCHE — Keith and Josh Douglas opened Outlaw Saloon on Dec. 15. The bar serves refreshments like beer, liquor, and wine, and also serves pizza. The Outlaw Saloon is located at 616 5th Ave.

American West Plaza/ Rancher Grille BELLE FOURCHE — American West Plaza was recently changed to include The Rancher Grille, The Trading Post, Trails End Saloon, and American West Catering. The businesses re-opened in June

Pioneer photo by Jaci Conrad Pearson and are all owned by Todd Fierro. American West Plaza is located at 1807 5th Ave.

Auto Zone SPEARFISH — Auto Zone was opened on Aug. 6. Auto Zone offers automotive replacement parts and accessories to fit cars, sport utility vehicles, vans, and light trucks. Auto Zone is located at 2429 Platinum Dr.

Cherry Berry Yogurt Bar SPEARFISH — Cherry Berry Yogurt Bar opened in Sept. The yogurt bar is self-serve and offers a variety of frozen yogurt in unique flavors like

Sea Salt Caramel Pretzel, as well as an extensive topping bar. They also serve coffee, cocoa, and cappuccino. The store is located at 1420 N. Ave.

Belle Fourche Family Chiropractic BELLE FOURCHE — Dr. Abby Petersek opened a new chiropractic office in September. Belle Fourche Family Chiropractic offers spine stabilization and realignment in order to “take the stress off the nervous system” and provide all-over pain relief. The clinic is family-centered See NEW BUSINESSES — Page 37

Pioneer photo by KayleeTschetter

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Bank

like Family

Baggers

are our Business

Tired of being treated like just another account number? Make the change to Dakota Territory Federal Credit Union, and get the personalized attention you deserve.

SAVINGS Shares Share Certificates IRA’s

First full-production custom conversions for Sportster and Dyna.

CHECKING Personal Commercial ATM/Debit Card

CONSUMER LOANS Personal Automotive Real Estate Student Visa Credit Card

Spearfish, SD

Jake’s Laundromat (Formerly Gold Brick Laundromat)

OTHER SERVICES

Clean Facility

Gift/Travel Cards Mobile Banking Internet Banking

Upgrading Parking

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NEW BUSINESSES Continued from Page 35 and all ages from infants to the elderly are being seen for their chiropractic needs. Walk-ins are welcome, they accept all major insurance providers, and the facility is handicap accessible. The clinic is located at 1407 5th Ave.

Midwest Motors BELLE FOURCHE — Dave Fremont and his nephew Ryan opened Midwest Motors in December. They sell used cars and offer true market value trade in appraisals. According to their website, “We want to sell you your next car and the one after that...by giving you the best price, the best service, and by being as completely straightforward as you’d expect.” Midwest Motors is located at 19107 US Hwy 85.

Rocket Scooter and Skate SPEARFISH — Krista and David Lynch opened their new, family-operated business Rocket Scooter and Skate in November. David designs custom longboards, but their shop also sells scooters, skateboards, safety gear, men and women’s apparel, sunglasses, and offers repair services and part replacement. Skate enthusiasts can find the shop at 541 W. Jackson Blvd. See NEW BUSINESSES — Page 39 Pioneer photo by KayleeTschetter

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National Recognition Products Sales Location Order your graduation invites and more! Quality products & low prices with local service! Mary can help you and your child get set up for easy online ordering, nrponline.com Call for access information.

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Nelson Chiropractic 1930 North Avenue • Spearfish, SD

605-642-5196

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30-5:00 • Open Saturdays 8:30-Noon

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SERVICE Continued from Page 30 Wilde said this contest is to raise awareness about her contributions through certain activities. Some years the club has initiated poster contests, essay contests and reference contests in conjunction with the local public library. Zonta International is a global organization of executives and professionals working together to advance the status of women worldwide through service and advocacy. Founded in 1919, today there are more than 30,000 members belonging to more than 1,200 Zonta Clubs in 63 countries and geographic areas, Zontians all over the world volunteer their time, talents and support to local and interna-

tional service projects, as well as scholarship programs aimed at fulfilling Zonta’s mission and objectives. As members of the club, their mission is to improve the legal, political, economic, educational, health and professional status of women at the global and local level through service and advocacy; to work for the advancement of understanding, goodwill and peace through a world fellowship of executives in business and the professions; to promote justice and universal respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms and to be united internationally to foster high ethical standards, to implement service programs, and to provide mutual support and fellowship for members who serve their communities, their nations, and the world.

The Zonta Club of Spearfish organizes the Young Women’s Leadership Forum each spring to encourage high school freshmen and sophomores to develop the necessary skills that will directly contribute to their success as women and as a professional. This is just one of the contributions the club makes to support and encourage women in this community. Pioneer file photo

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SPEARFISH — Dave and Roxey Whitted, and Lisa Rear, opened a new pet store on June 1. The store has lizards, fish, and birds in stock and offers supplies for the care of these animals. The pet store also offers dog and cat supplies like coats, collars, toys, and food. “I want to thank people that have supported our store, we’ve been doing really well in the community,” said Rear. Pet lovers can find the store at 1410 N. Ave.

Spearfish Crossfit SPEARFISH — Spearfish Crossfit opened in March under the ownership of head coach Tyrell Gill. The gym offers group classes for functional fitness, including

Stagecoach Gifts DEADWOOD — Stagecoach Gifts in Deadwood has been open for 31 years but recently came under the new ownership of Joanna Taylor. The store sells souvenir items, T-shirts, sweatshirts, and books related to Deadwood. Customers can find Stagecoach Gifts at 651 1/2 Main St.

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SPEARFISH ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION 106 W. Kansas St., Spearfish 605.642.3832 • President, Barbara Zwetzig • Executive Director, Bryan Walker

Spearfish 605.639.0154

• Owner: Chris Malo • 9 Employees Baggers are their business. The first full production custom conversion for Sportster and Dyna. Baggster is creating a new market for lighter custom touring. For more information, visit our website www.baggster.net

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1951 Junction Ave., Sturgis 605.347.5110 • Owner: Jerry Casteel • 4 Employees

Casteel Auction and Real Estate, Inc. has been in the Auction Business since 1979. They have several auctions of all types per year in the area. They have been actively involved in Farm/Ranch, Residential, and some Commercial real estate since being licensed in 1984.

The main goal at Casteel Auction and Real Estate, Inc. is to open their company's services to instate and out of state companies and individuals. They want to work with them on different options or methods of marketing for Real Estate or Personal Property that they wish to liquidate or purchase. Casteel Auction and Real Estate Inc. staff are ready to visit with you on all your Auction & Real Estate questions.

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MACK'S AUTO BODY, LLC 3120 4th Ave., Spearfish 605.642.4143 • 888.786.2257 • Owners: Eugene & Jeneen Mack • 11 Employees Mack’s Auto Body offers the following “in-house” services: frame, body & spray facility; plastic media stripping and “Ultimate Lining” Spray-On Bedliners. Owner Eugene Mack takes pride in all his work and is a “hands-on” boss involved in every aspect of the job. Mack’s Auto Body backs their work with a 100% warranty.

20 Years in Business

PROFILE

BAGGSTER

CASTEEL AUCTION AND REAL ESTATE, INC.

Casteel Auction conducts and handle several auctions for charities, golf clubs, Arts Council, Ducks Unlimited, Turkey Federation, Rodeo Clubs, and benefits in this area every year. They make a conscious effort to stay involved and support our local community.

Spearfish Economic Development Corporation is a private not-for-profit corporation which assists in the development of business in the Spearfish area.

33 Years

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PROFILE

Spearfish

Economic DEvElopmEnt corporation "arE You moving Your companY in thE right DirEction?"

BUSINESS

SPEARFISH — Boyce and Kylie Voorhees opened a new business in March 2012. Their pizzeria is part of a chain that started in Nebraska and offers Italian cuisine like appetizers, salads, pasta, Stromboli and pizza, as well as soft drinks and beer. Happy hour is every day from 3-6 p.m. and offers a $1 discount on tap beer, and half-priced garlic or cheese bread with any pizza purchase. The store is located at 1420 N. Ave.

BUSINESS

North Avenue Pet Store

Sam and Louie’s New York Pizzeria

PROFILE

LANDSPORT

1035 Lazelle, Sturgis 605.720.1590 • 877.687.7267 • Owners: Randy Tinnell & Kevin Jakopin • 14 Employees Landsport makes custom heavy-duty ramps for the construction and trucking industries as well as the military. If you want to load it, stage it, or bridge it, they can build it!

5 Years in Business

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BELLE FOURCHE — Jason Hill opened Dark Art Studio in April 2012, but the shop moved to a new location on Dec. 1. Dark Art Studio offers tattoos, piercings, and daily specials. “Tag Team Tuesday” allows for two artists to work on the same tattoo for $100 per hour, and “$30 Thursday” offers tattoos for $30 if completed within a half hour. All piercings are $25 except microdermal implants. Dark Art Studio is now located at 803 5th Ave.

strength and conditioning. “We just focus on a community feel … and an encouraging and high-energy place to work out,” Gill said. The gym is located at 3308 W. Fairground Loop #4.

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SANDSTONE SENIOR LIVING

2010 Wildmill Dr./Village Ln., Spearfish 605.642.4910

• Owners: James & Nancy Barron • 15 Employees Sandstone Senior Living provides a continuum of Senior Oriented services bridging the gap between one's independence and their possible need for assistance. Sandstone Village's Philosophy: • Prolonging Independence - They believe that the concept of “homes with help” supports this philosophy and may make it possible for individuals or couples to remain living independently with minimal impact to their current situations by making simple, gradual adjustments. • Promote Freedom of Lifestyle - Remaining with your spouse as long as possible means so much to all of us. The availability of minor forms of help when needed may make it possible for couples to remain together longer. Sandstone Village realizes this and it forms part of the foundation of this concept. And if the time comes when one partner requires more assistance, little disruption to the lifestyle of the other occurs while more extensive assistance is available just next door for the other. • Providing Peace of Mind - Knowing that your home is secure and being looked after while you’re away, that someone is always 3 Years there to answer your call for help, and in Business that your spouse or loved one will be cared for if you’re not there gives you peace of mind. Sandstone Manor's Philosophy: To offer a homelike atmosphere, where Seniors can make a smooth transition from leaving their homes, to our assisted facilities. There's always coffee, fruit, and cookies at the snack bar. The front porch is a cozy place to watch the activities of the family oriented neighborhood. The residential design, inside and out, make Sandstone Manor a pleasant place to call home. 16 Years in Business

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Bringing rodeo to the small screen in a big way

Western Sky Media signs exclusive contract with RFD-TV

By Adam Hurlburt Black Hills Pioneer

Replay operator Jake Kiley, of Spearfish, sets up one of several GoPro cameras that Western Sky Media uses to capture unique video shots at live PRS events. Courtesy photo

SPEARFISH — It’s the classic story of local boys make good … or something like that. Spearfish-based television production company Western Sky Media will soon be delivering the TV broadcasts of Belle Fourche-based Professional Roughstock Incorporated’s (PRS) rodeo events to RFDTV’s 40 million-plus U.S. television viewers. Western Sky Media is part of the agreement with RFD-TV to provide them with exclusive PRS coverage for the next two years. The Spearfish production company has brought PRS events to television since 2006, and to network TV specifically since 2009, but this is something altogether different. RFD-TV, which refers to itself as “rural America’s most important network,” currently reaches 40 million U.S. homes, and every Friday night, as of May 3, those homes will have the opportunity to catch a half-hour of PRS rodeo action — by way of the Northern Hills. Western Sky Media’s production team for the Pro Roughstock show hails almost entirely from the Northern Hills. Bryan Lessly, of Spearfish, owner of Western Sky Media, is the show’s producer; Grant

Wellford, of Spearfish, is the director, Carl Welford and Gina Lende, both of Spearfish, are videographers, along with Shane Artz, of Central City; Jake Kiley, of Spearfish handles post production editing and web graphics, Lindsey Koppinger, of Spearfish, is the show’s primary editor, BHSU student Katelyn Walton handles graphic design work, Jim Sigle, of Spearfish, is the show’s key grip and Spearfish’s Michelle Kane, of Black Hills PR, handles pubic relations and social media affairs for the show. “We do it (the show) with a crew of nine to 10 people, most of who are from the Northern Hills – it’s really homegrown talent. We’ve been very fortunate to have a stable crew to travel with us. We’re extremely excited to be a part of the RFD family,” Lessly said. “I really hope that they feel that Pro Roughstock can be a cornerstone for the network.” Lessly and his crew are doing everything they can to secure that cornerstone spot, working hard to make their show stand out not only to the network, but to the fans as well. “We’re trying our best to use new technologies in our rodeo project. We’re in See RODEO — Page 41

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1910 N. Main St., Spearfish 605.642.7000 • 800.657.8053 • Owner: Todd Jensen • 25 Employees • GMC and Cadillac "Mark of Excellence" Dealer When customers walk through the glass doors into Spearfish GMC Cadillac, they will notice the dealership has been completely transformed inside and out. “We wanted to have a completely new product when we were finished with our renovation and I believe we’ve accomplished that,” said Todd Jensen, owner of Spearfish GMC Cadillac.

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In 2012, every square inch of the outside of the building was either painted or completely redone and crews replaced the roof. Inside, Jensen said everything from the service area and the customer waiting room to the sales offices and the showroom have been changed completely. “I think when people walk in they will instantly notice how bright everything is,” Jensen said. “It just looks fresh and new and I’ve received a lot of very positive responses from our customers.” “I would like to invite customers, both new and old, to stop in and take a look whether it’s for service or to look at one of our vehicles,” he said.

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BELLE FOURCHE PHYSICAL THERAPY

1515 5th Ave., Ste. 202, Belle Fourche 605.723.0185

• Owners: Julie Wingen, DPT; Cody Young, PT Belle Fourche Physical Therapy is a therapistowned outpatient physical therapy clinic. The staff at Belle Fourche Physical Therapy are dedicated to providing individuals with the highest quality of comprehensive, evidence-based, and individualized physical therapy services to enhance their overall physical health, fitness, and quality of life. The clinic is dedicated to assisting individuals in achieving their maximum level of physical function in the most cost-effective and efficient manner. Our clinical team provides preventative and rehabilitative services to help reduce pain, restore function and mobility, and promote well-being. Julie Wingen, DPT attained her Doctorate in Physical therapy from the University of South Dakota after receiving her bachelor’s degree in biology from South Dakota State University. Julie worked with Cody Young, PT at High Plains Physical Therapy for the last couple years, where she continued training to expand her manual therapy skills to augment treatment for orthopedic conditions. She also has a broad range of experience in pediatrics and neurorehabilitation, which she utilized on her trips to Guatemala and the Dominican Republic to provide physical therapy services and distribute wheelchairs.

Videographer Frank Gambino, of Casper, Wyo., establishes his camera position at the Pro Roughstock Event in Lexington, Ky. in January. Courtesy photo

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Julie remains active in the South Dakota Physical Therapy Association serving as a member on the Political Action and Legislative committees, is a member of the Belle Fourche Lady Lions, Chamber, Bible study group and church softball team. She enjoys living in the Black Hills and looks forward to serving the community of Belle Fourche and surrounding areas.

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the process of making things more mobile. We’re also innovating different camera angles. We’ve got a little phantom drone that will fly a GoPro camera around the animals when they’re moving across the arena floor,” Lessly said. “To me it all has to boil down to ‘can it tell the story better?’ Ultimately that’s what it is, it’s the story that really builds the excitement. “We’re looking at building a second-screen experience, because more and more people watch TV with a tablet or a smartphone on their lap, we’re going to try to leverage that with our app to provide backstories and statistics,” he added. “Our app will also have terms and definitions. We want to create those kinds of second-screen experiences. The app will provide another vehicle for sponsorship, too.” But why pro roughstock rodeo in the first place? “For years the roughstock events were widely seen as the most exciting of the rodeo events, they’re wild, unpredictable, they’re man vs. beast,” Lessly said. It doesn’t hurt that Lessly’s father was a rodeo fanatic, either. He grew up listening to his father talk rodeo; his childhood family vacations always listed westward and almost always included a trip to the rodeo grounds. And, as Lessly says fondly, the Black Hills are the cradle of rodeo. It was only natural then, after Lessly began his television career, that he would one-day work to bring rodeo to the masses. “When this opportunity came up it was a natural for me,” Lessly said. “We had an opportunity to expand something from here out to a national audience.” Beaming highly polished half-hour rodeo events into 40 million homes is no easy task, though. Lessly said the turnaround time from filming to final product is currently about three weeks. The on-the road team travels from place to place with PRS events,

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they shoot hours of footage on as many as six cameras during the event and then send all that footage back to the Western Sky Media studio in Spearfish where a crack team of editors work to cram as much action into each show as possible. “The hardest thing for us is to get all of the action into 22 minutes. For each live event we produce a half hour TV show, which is only 22 minutes of content,” Lessly said. “It’s a challenge to choose the best action in the show. Technology overcomes issues with doing this from a rural location. The challenge, logistically, is getting everyone here (in Spearfish) to the live events. “The events this year started in Billings, Mont., then Gillette, Wyo., then Lexington, Ky., Redding, Pa., Roanoke, Va., then we’re headed to Gonzales, La., Toldeo, Ohio, Redmond, Ore., Cape Girardeau, Mo., we’ll be in Belle Fourche in June, and then in September we’ll start up again in Loveland, Colorado.” The events themselves are open to anyone, amateur or pro, as far as competition goes. There are three competition categories: bareback, saddle bronc and bull riding. Riders from all over — Midwest, West Coast, East Coast, even Australia — have competed. And the animals, much like many of the riders, are all locally sourced to each event. The only certain faces on the show are those of the on air talent. “Justin Mckee does our play-byplay, he’s widely known from PBR and hosts the NFR preshow in Las Vegas. He’s really good to work with because he knows the business. Our color commentators are Monte ‘Hawkeye’ Hanson, three-time world Saddle Bronc champion — known for his standing dismount, Spud Whitman, a five-time PBR Bull Riding finalist and current president of Professional Roughstock Inc., and Kelly Timberman, he was the world bareback riding champion. He retired from riding last year to work for broadcast crew,” Lessly said. The first episode of Pro Roughstock on RFD-TV airs at 8 p.m. mountain time on Friday, May 3.

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DAIRY QUEEN GRILL & CHILL 208 Pine St., Belle Fourche 605.723.7222 • Owners: Craig & Tara Knapp • 25 Employees In a merger of two iconic brands, the Dairy Queen® system is shaking up not only the $3 billion smoothie category but also the competition by rolling out Orange Julius® Premium Fresh Fruit Smoothies and Orange Julius Original drinks to all DQ® locations. Customers will have a choice between Orange Julius Premium Fruit Smoothies and Julius® Original drinks. Orange Julius Premium Fruit Smoothies are made with real fruit, low-fat yogurt, and are blended fresh for customers upon ordering. Flavors include Strawberry, Strawberry Banana, Triple Berry, Mango Pineapple and Orange. The refreshing, frothy real fruit Julius Originals are also blended fresh and are available in the original Orange flavor as well as Strawberry, Strawberry Banana, Triple Berry and Mango Pineapple. The Dairy Queen system acquired the Orange Julius concept, famous for its frothy fruit blended beverages, in 1987, but the highly popular brand has been around for more than 85 years. The original began with Julius Freed, who operated an orange juice stand in Los Angeles. His friend Bill Hamlin liked oranges, but they upset his stomach. So Bill decided to blend his orange juice with a few choice ingredients that made it less acidic. Bill introduced the drink to Julius who then began selling the frothy, delicious beverage to customers. Soon fans were shouting, “Give me an orange, Julius!” Sales escalated and the name of an original was born.

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The Comfort Inn DEADWOOD — The Comfort Inn, which is located on the grounds of the Gulches of Fun amusement park and casino, came under the

ownership of Ron Island on Oct. 4. He said they are currently remodeling many of the rooms. Travelers can find the hotel at 225 Cliff St.

All Around Auto BELLE FOURCHE — All Around Auto recently came under the ownership

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of Scott and Tammy Gross, and Steve and Susie Gross. All Around Auto provides auto parts, repairs, and restoration. The shop opened in October and is located at 105 Ziebach St.

Jade Palace China Buffet SPEARFISH — The Jade Palace came under new ownership in July. Manager Florence Tan said that since her family assumed ownership, they painted inside and changed the front sign. The Jade Palace offers authentic Chinese cuisine in an all-day buffet. Customers can also order off of the menu, for carryout or delivery. The Jade Palace China Buffet is located at 715 N. Main St.

Spearfish Motors SPEARFISH — Spearfish Motors recently underwent a remodel that started last June and was

completed in Jan. Spearfish Motors is owned by Todd Jensen. The car dealership includes a new sign, a refinished waiting area for customers, car showroom, and exterior improvements. The dealership is located at 1910 N. Main St.

Mike’s Paint and Body SPEARFISH — Todd Jenson purchased Mike’s Paint and Body in October. The body shop replaces windshields, provides repair services, and auto bodywork. Car lovers can find the shop at 2922 S. 4th Ave.

Tristan’s New and Used

BELLE FOURCHE — Tristan’s New and Used opened on May 1. The shop offers new items, second-hand items, and items for consignment. Tristan’s New and Used is owned by Heath Lien and is located at 607 State St.

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VERSATILE CARPETS & INTERIORS 731 N. Main St., Spearfish 605.642.7300 • Owners: Tim & Lois Verhulst • 4 Employees Versatile Carpets & Interiors provides sales & installation of all types of flooring and window fashions. They offer sales and distribution of “Warm Floor” in floor electric radiant heating.

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By Jaci Conrad Pearson Black Hills Pioneer

DEADWOOD — When the First Step Child Care Center opened in March 2011, there were 13 children on the books. Hundreds of adult steps, baby steps, toddler steps and a wide range of other steps later, more than 110 children are enrolled at the center today. "We not only provide full, comprehensive programming for children, there's a big educational aspect we meet, as well," said First Step Child Care Center Executive Director Kayla Klein. "This center is able to offer the full comprehensive care portion and the educational portion, which has exceeded what initially we were hoping to accomplish. We meet with the kindergarten teachers regularly to make sure we're doing what we need to do to prepare the children." We're seeing more children than we initially thought we were going to. In the case of late-night care, we continue to look at that and I can see us getting there in the future. But as far as academics and the well-being of the children in the community, we have well exceeded our goal and we just keep building on it." The center, which is run by Klein, Operations Director Mallorie Bailey, 13 other full-time employees and nine part-time employees, sees an average of 52 children a day walk through the doors. "We have over 110 kids enrolled," Klein said. "Of those, 56 percent are from Lead, 24 percent are from Deadwood and the rest are from Sturgis, Spearfish, Nemo Road, Whitewood, Boulder Canyon,

Piedmont. For consistent kids, the number is around 52 people who have part-time and full-time contracts and around 10 percent of those are dropins." A full day, meeting the 60-kid capacity consists of 15 infants (six weeks to 18 months); 15 toddlers (18 months to age 3); 15, 3- to 4-year-olds; and 15, 4- to 5-year-olds. "In May our capacity level will expand from 60 to 120," Klein said. "We've licensed part of the elementary school, so we'll have our First Step early childcare portion and our Summer Steps after-school portion, which serves 5 to 14-year-olds." The cost of the Summer Steps program is $50 per week for unlimited hours Monday through Saturday. Through the program, children are afforded swimming lessons twice per week, volleyball, racquetball, excursions to the Adams House and other local venues, visits from everyone from Smokey Bear to Gordy Pratt and Game, Fish & Parks. Prior to the center opening, there was no state certified preschool/day care option with extended hours to meet the needs of the area's large pool of casino and service industry workers. Those who rallied to open the center did so to bring the much-needed choice to town. Lead-Deadwood Superintendent of Schools Dr. Dan Leikvold, president of the Northern Hills Alliance for Children board of directors, which oversees and administrates the First Step Child Care Center, was highly instrumental in the center's inception and opening, bringing a much-needed service to the area. His philosophy regarding early

childhood development and child care, the fact that there are benefits of early intervention, not only to individual children, but to society and the economy as a whole, drive his efforts to ensure the center thrives. "I am committed to early intervention and quality child care wherever it may take place, because research upon research clearly indicates that the benefits of early intervention are enormous for the success of our children, the financial efficiency of our schools, and overall positive impact to our economy," Leikvold said. "Front end loading, or putting more resources at the beginning of a child's development rather than at the end of it, undoubtedly does as much for our society and the education of our youth than virtually any other strategy or intervention we may implement." Initially, the center's hours were designed to accommodate casino workers, but initial numbers dropped off significantly and the center's hours are now 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. "We were open until midnight until all of our night kids dropped," Klein said. "Our goal is to get back there, get back to our initial goal of being open 24-7." The center has also proven very helpful for tourists and other visitors to the area. "Some even call a few months ahead of time," Klein said. "They fax in their paperwork, take care of it early, and then just bring their children in when they go sight-seeing, skiing, whatever." A typical day at the center starts with the 8 a.m. influx of children, breakfast and the major part of educational proSee FIRST STEP — Page 50

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FOX DENTISTRY 206 Ellison Ct., Lead 605.584.2482

• Owner: Steven W. Fox, DMD, PC • 6 Employees Fox Dentistry is a family practice that provides service in a relaxed, unhurried and friendly atmosphere. Doctor Fox encourages you to stay a “head” of your smile by brushing and flossing every day and seeing your dentist regularly. They invite you to come sit in their chair and enjoy the “ahh” inspiring view!

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First Step Child Care began in 2011 serving 13 children. Now, there are 110 enrolled in the Deadwood center. Pioneer photo by Jaci Conrad Pearson

PETE'S CLOTHING/ WESTERN WEAR

500 State St., Belle Fourche 605.892.4773 • Owners: Pete and Alberta Krush • 5 Employees Pete’s Clothing/Western Wear, located on the corner of 85 and State Street in downtown Belle Fourche, prides themselves on their personal service and unique store shape. Pete’s Clothing has a huge selection of men’s, ladies’ and children’s jeans, shirts, boots and hats. They carry ladies’ jewelry and purses. Pete’s carries a huge inventory of Tony Lama, Ariat, Lucchese, Hondo, Nocona, Double H, Olathe, Anderson Bean, and Horse Power boots; Resistol, Stetson, and Serratelli felt hats; American Bailey, Stetson, Resistol, Atwood, and Hat Biz straw hats. Pete’s Clothing is a tuxedo ordering center for all your formal wear.

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DAKOTA TERRITORY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 78 Cliff Street, Deadwood 605.578.3995

• Floyd A. Rummel, III, President • Lorraine Schmitt, Jamie Johnston, Tracy Hall, Joyce Hall, Gloria Rantapaa The Credit Union philosophy is having a member-owned, not-for-profit cooperative. Members deposit their funds and earn interest in the form of dividends. From that cooperative, members loan funds to other members at competitive rates. DTFCU serves businesses and individuals that live, work, worship or attend school within the geographic boundaries of the Lead-Deadwood School District. Some of the many products and services offered include share draft checking, share savings, debit cards, credit card accounts and Certificates of Deposit. Other services include: real estate, consumer loans, a night depository, various IRA accounts, ATM cards, gift/travel cards, money orders, wire transfers, mobile banking, internet banking, financial counseling, used vehicle evaluations as well as credit life and credit disability insurance.

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Members of the Phoebe Apperson Hearst Library Endowment Board pose in the children’s section of the library, which they have transformed from a “cave-like” atmosphere to a warm and inviting place to teach the joys of reading. Pictured, from left: Kim Borsch, Diane Mathisrud, Renee Bertrand and Katie Helling. Pioneer photo by Wendy Pitlick

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NELSON CHIROPRACTIC 1930 North Ave., Spearfish 605.642.5196 • Owner: John S. Nelson, D.C. • 5 Employees When Dr. Nelson moved to Spearfish in the summer of 1976, he was the second Chiropractor in our small community, there were only 3 medical doctors working in the Hospital and there were only 3 stop lights in town. But due to the fact that our City Fathers had vision and foresight - through planning/zoning and with programs like Economic Development, our small community has grown and matured to what we can appreciate today - one of South Dakota’s most progressive cities. Dr. Nelson’s practice has also grown. Currently, he is enjoying his third location, due to the demands on his conservative approach to health care and wellness. The sports community supports his treatment to the care of athletic injuries as well as prevention. There is a nation wide trend towards a healthier life style. With nutritional evaluation and counseling, he’s able to advise and improve a person’s wellness with nutritional supplements, diet modification, and exercise. Health care is becoming one of our greatest budget items. It is Dr. Nelson’s vision that Nelson Chiropractic continues to make health care effective and affordable.

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GYPSIE VINTAGE CYCLE 2007 Junction Ave., Sturgis 605.490.3632 • Owner: Coe D. Meyer In 1938, an Indian Motorcycle Dealer in Sturgis, South Dakota named JC Pappy Hoyel started the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. It was an informal gathering of his customers and friends designed to facilitate races, promote touring and above all reinforce the camaraderie of motorcyclist everywhere. It is this spirit that continues to dominate the rally today and it is in “Pappy’s” old shop that Gypsie Vintage Cycle continues to honor the vintage motorcycles of our past while promoting the indomitable spirit of today’s bikers. What kind of motorcycle did you ride in high school? How about your “Pappy?” Even Gramps’ first scooter may be sitting on their showroom floor just waiting for you. Gypsie Vintage Cycle specializes in vintage motorcycles of all makes and models with emphasis on American, English and Japanese manufacturers of the ‘50s and ‘60s. Their showroom features restored and near new motorcycles. Additionally, they maintain a large inventory of original and complete “project bikes?” Looking for a winter project? That’s our specialty!

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LEAD — From creating a wonderland of reading for young children, to updating computers for community use, the Hearst Library Endowment Board is proud to say that Lead’s library is one of the best around. And it’s all because of the community that has rallied its support behind the facility, creating a hub for

activity that involves more than just books. From hosting weekly story hour activities for children, to facilitating a summer reading program, to holding Cinco de Mayo community feasts, the Phoebe Apperson Hearst Library has become the gathering place for Lead. “We’re all on the board because See COMMUNITY — Page 54

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Officials optimistic about pine beetle battle in 2013 By Adam Hurlburt Black Hills Pioneer

DEADWOOD — Lawrence County officials, the Forest Service and mountain pine beetle gurus are

feeling optimistic about the coming battle with the beetle in Lawrence County this year. The largest positive impact on the 2013 mountain pine beetle

fight was the passing of House Bill 1050 during the 2013 state legislative session. This bill allocates emergency funding to fight the spreading pine beetle epidemic,

Lawrence County officials, the Forest Service and mountain pine beetle experts are optimistic about the battle with the beetle this year in Lawrence County, where the insects have increased in activity rapidly in the last three years. which is currently spreading faster in Lawrence County than any other county in the Black Hills. Lawrence County Deputy State’s Attorney Bruce Outka said

For the past two years Lawrence County has hired crews to chop down thousands of mountain pine beetle infested trees to kill beetles inside. Pioneer file photos

Lawrence County can receive as much as $955,000 from the state this year for the pine beetle fight thanks to the passing of this bill. Those funds are only available at a 50 percent match with the state that the county must attain on its own, though. Outka said that Lawrence County is optimistic that they’ll be able to cover most of that match through in-kind donations. Matching funds are due June 1. In 2012, Lawrence County spent roughly $1.7 million on the pine beetle battle, with funds coming from a variety of groups and organizations. So far this year the county has received $60,000 from the city of Spearfish, $50,000 from Spearfish Forest Products and $100,000 from the city of Deadwood. In addition to cash contributions, in-kind match dollars accounted for a total of approximately $267,500. “This program makes available $2 in state dollars for every $1 the county spends,” said Nathan Sanderson, policy advisor to Gov. Dennis Daugaard. “It can certainly be significant. The more county funds that are brought to bear, the more state funds can be leveraged.” “We’ve been working for several years now to fight this epidemic,” See PINE BEETLE — Page 51

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FIRST STEP Continued from Page 47 gram time, from around 9 to 11:30 a.m. "One of our biggest benefits is that we're also a preschool," Klein said. "We have a curriculum that is the same as the preschool standards for the State of South Dakota. We do assessments, preschool graduation, conferences, the exact same things that a preschool within a school district would do." 4-year-old Shea Allen takes a break from her morning music class to communicate what she likes best about the center. "It's fun. We do exercises like The Dragon Dance," Allen explained, but her favorite activity is a little bit mushier than music class. "I like to do Play-Doh. We make things. We've been making little snakes, balls...." Klein said that the center, in partnership with the Lead-Deadwood School District, will soon begin assessment tracking, mea-

suring center children against the general population and evaluating opportunities from there. Children receive three meals per day and nap time. The free and reduced meal program is administered at the center, as well. The annual operating budget for the First Step Child Care Center is $390,000. "We don't make money here. We lose money and we fund raise a lot," Klein said. "We would be in the negative around $90,000 to $100,000 if we did no fundraisers at all. We recently did a survey and for our preschool/child care services, we are charging the lowest in the entire area." The First Step Child Care Center is the beneficiary of many fundraising activities at the upcoming downtown Deadwood Cinco de Mayo festival. The First Step Child Care Center is administered by the Northern Hills Alliance for Children 12-member board and assisted by a seven-person Parent Committee.

Pioneer photo by Jaci Conrad Pearson

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PINE BEETLE Continued from Page 49 said Daugaard upon signing House Bill 1050 into law. “Communities, counties and private individuals throughout the Black Hills have assisted state efforts, and I’m pleased the legislature supported our proposal to get more funding to those local entities.” And these funds are certainly important to Lawrence County’s beetle battle. According to statistics gathered by Neiman Timber Company in 2012, Lawrence County saw the largest increase of pine beetle activity over the last three years. “In 2009, there were around 9,000 acres infested by the mountain pine beetle (in Lawrence County),” said Dave Thom,

Black Hills Regional Mountain Pine Beetle Working Group coordinator. “In 2010 that number grew to 20,000 and by 2011, had grown to 31,000. So from 2009 to 2010, the number more than doubled. From 2010 to 2011 it only increased by a factor of 50 percent. So treatments are making a difference.” Outka also feels Lawrence County’s work in years past has been very beneficial, providing building blocks for future work on this issue. He added that at the time of this article’s publication county officials will be working on cementing a more precise plan for the 2013 mountain pine beetle fight. “It’s fair to say that the county is still evaluating exactly what is going to happen this year,” he said. “Work probably won’t start until early fall, around Sept. 1.”

A sawyer chunks a mountain pine beetle infested tree in this photo taken in the beetle tree cutting season last year. Pioneer file photo

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1828 5th Ave., Belle Fourche 605.892.2113 • Toll Free 866.892.2113 Tri-State Realty Inc. of Belle Fourche has been providing clients with all aspects of real estate services since 2002. Bob Gerkin, Alan Kindsfater, Tom Steele and Kathy Doornink are local agents with in-depth knowledge of this area. Bob Gerkin, Owner/Broker is licensed and serving clients in four states, South Dakota, Wyoming, Montana and North Dakota. Our agents have expertise in ranches, farms & agriculture land, land and lots, residential services and commercial real estate. To sell your property or for help in purchasing a new property, enlist the agents of Tri-State Realty. You'll be glad you did!

Several fifth-grade DARE students in Belle Fourche surround School Resource Officer Katie Allart as they prepare to graduate from the 10-week course. Allart began as full-time resource officer with the district in December 2012. Pioneer photo by Marla Loken

Belle Fourche schools welcome resource officer

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612 State St., Belle Fourche 605.892.3411 • Owners: Tom & Mary Riley Mary (Rosencranz) Riley, a Spearfish and BHSU graduate, prides herself on customer service and customer satisfaction. Providing great service, going the extra mile and having the patience to help each and every customer is what has taken the Office Emporium into their 50th Anniversary year. The Office Emporium offers custom picture framing and matting with acid-free mats and archival quality glass, laminating, shrink wrap and dry mounting any size prints up to 3’ x 4’ ft. Office Emporium does faxing, emailing, make copies and is the local UPS Shipping Center in Belle Fourche. They are the one stop shop for office supplies, business forms and stationery, address and notary stamps, office furniture and much more. The Office Emporium provides digital processing services, photo enlargements, print-to-prints, transfer film (all sizes), photos and slides to DVD. They offer a large variety of South Dakota Made Products, art supplies, fabric, notions, and books for those interested in quilting and crafts. Graduation products, announcements, caps and gowns, class rings and accessories are available at Office Emporium and online, and can help you with any graduation ordering you may need. Office Emporium has unique inspirational gifts, party supplies and greeting cards for all occasions. Visit our website for online shopping and catalogs at www.officeemporium.com and place your orders by emailing us at officeemporium@gmail.com

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A 2005 Black Hills State University something from happening to our kids,” graduate, Allart served with the Spearfish she said. Police Department for seven years beUsually school districts and police deBELLE FOURCHE — “Every day is a fore joining the Belle Fourche Police partments split the funding for a school different day. I never know what I’m going Department in May 2012. Although the resource officer, but in this case, the city is to be dealing with and I’m definitely busy.” tragic school shooting that took place in paying 100 percent. That’s how Katie Allart describes her Newtown, Conn., wasn’t the impetus for “The city council felt strongly enough days in her new role as Belle Fourche her current position, it did speed up the about having a school resource officer and School District Resource Officer. process. putting our kids first that they “I think the kids feel more comfortShe said that Rob Hansen, decided they could take on the able now that I’ve been around for over chief of the Belle Fourche financial burden to keep their a month. At first they were nervous and Police Department knew she kids safe,” Allart said. curious and most thought because of my was interested in serving as a Her main goal as school presence, something bad was happening. resource officer and after hearresource officer is the safety Now I’m a part of their everyday life,” said ing that the district’s superintenof students and staff while Allart. dent was interested in that idea attending school or work. In she was told that it addition, she helps students would be her primary learn how to make responsible position in January. choices in avoiding drugs and Katie “The situation in violence. Connecticut basically Allart “I want to help them become started the position responsible citizens through for me earlier than I education and I want to be a had planned,” said Allart. She positive role model for the youth in our began her on-campus duties in schools,” she said. December 2012. Allart divides her time serving the stuSince the shooting in dents in the district’s high school, middle December, schools have worked SPEARFISH COINS school, two grade schools and alternative to increase the physical safety of & ANTIQUES school. students including adding extra 414 N. Main, Spearfish “I want to make sure the kids feel safe locks on the doors, increasing (located at the south end of Main St.) and while my main goal is the safety and video monitoring and adding mir605.717.8375 security of the students, I am there to enrored glass to offices. Allart said • Owners: Dean & Mary Merrill force the laws within the schools’ grounds Steve Willard, the Belle Fourche Spearfish Coins & Antiques has a large selection of and assist the principals as needed,” she School District Superintendent, antiques, memorabilia, coins and currency unique said. is working diligently to keep the to this area with with fair prices. Allart is a member of the South Dakota district’s children safe. Association of School Resource Officers “He is taking it seriously and and is currently first vice president of the wants to learn from tragedies to South Dakota DARE. To date, 85 fifth prevent them from happening graders completed the DARE course unhere. He’s very proactive and 4 Years in Business der her teaching. he’ll do what it takes to prevent

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STURGIS PHOTO & GIFTS 1081 Main St., Sturgis 605.347.6570 • Owner: Bob Davis We specialize in custom picture framing and have built the largest framing shop in the Black Hills. We serve western South Dakota, plus eastern Montana and Wyoming. We also have an art gallery that features Black Hills landscape photography by Bob Davis, plus western art by the area’s best artists. We also feature home decorating items and many unique products not found anywhere else in the Black Hills.

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BLACK HILLS POWER Black Hills Power has been improving life with energy in the Black Hills area since 1883. They're an investor-owned utility and part of the Black Hills Corporation family. Their nearly 70,000 customers live in 20 different communities throughout western South Dakota, northern Wyoming and southeastern Montana. They emphasize the traits that have contributed to their success in the past and will be critical to their success in the future. VISION: BE THE ENERGY PARTNER OF CHOICE Black Hills Power strives to be the energy partner of choice. Whether customers are served by their regulated or non-regulated businesses, Black Hills Power wants them to value their service and business relationship. MISSION: IMPROVING LIFE WITH ENERGY Every day, Black Hills Power wants to be improving life with energy. They produce, market and deliver the vital electricity that their customers need. Through their efforts, products and services, they also share their personal energy to strengthen their communities and support growth and development.

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RE/MAX in the Hills of Spearfish is dedicated to serving both buyers & sellers throughout the Northern Black Hills of South Dakota & Wyoming. They specialize in: • Residential • Land • Commercial • Multi-Family Properties RE/MAX In The Hills was ranked #1 in total sales for 2012 from the Northern Black Hills Association of Realtors.

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BUFFALO JUMP SALOON & STEAKHOUSE 5877 Old Hwy 14, Beulah, WY 307.643.7173 • Owners: Joleen & Darren Hart • 17 Employees The Buffalo Jump Saloon & Steakhouse has an Old West atmosphere. The original part of the building was a general store and dates back to the late 1890's. The restaurant features an old-time bar, is friendly, and serves top quality food and drinks.

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BLACK HILLS STATE UNIVERSITY

1200 University St., Spearfish 800.ALL.BHSU • www.BHSU.edu • President: Dr. Kay Schallenkamp • Full-time faculty and staff: 362 • Part-time faculty and staff: 106 • Top South Dakota University for affordability and quality: Named by ThatCollegeKid.com, a student blog created in 2007 to discuss college life, as the top school in the state as far as quality for the price. • Top 10 Safest Schools in the Nation: Named to the CampusExplorer.com list of Safest Colleges in the U.S. • Top 200 Colleges for Native Americans: Named by the editors of Winds of Change Magazine. • Best for Vets: Ranked in the top 25 universities nationwide deemed the Best for Vets for business schools by Military Times. Also named to the 2013 Best for Vets four-year college list and the 2013 list of Military Friendly Schools. • Patriotic Employer Designation: For ongoing support of the men and women in the National Guard and Reserve. • 68 All-RMAC Academic Honorees in 2012-13: BHSU student-athletes earned academic and athletic recognition from the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference, including BHSU’s first-ever RMAC Championship, as the University continues its transition to NCAA Division II. Black Hills State University transforms lives through innovative, high-quality academic programs and a dynamic learning community. Choose from 63 bachelor, 7 master, and 5 associate degree programs on the Spearfish campus. BHSU also offers courses online and in Rapid City. The only comprehensive University in western South Dakota, BHSU has an enrollment of nearly 4,500 students from all 66 counties in South Dakota, 44 states, and 26 other countries. Founded in 1883 as a teacher preparatory school, BHSU has earned a reputation for changing the lives and futures of its students. The faculty, who are known for their dedication and commitment, work one-on-one with students as they pursue excellence in the rigorous academic programs offered at the University.

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PARTY TIME LIQUOR 731 N. 12th St., Spearfish 605.642.4700

• Owners: Barry, Helen & Theresa Bibler • 6 Employees Party Time Liquor has the largest wine, liquor and beer selection in the Northern Black Hills! Choose from microbrews, imported and seasonal beers, South Dakota wines and so much more. Check out their large gift center to find the perfect gift for any occasion. Party Time Liquor will also take special orders at no extra charge. They always offer friendly, personal service and competitive prices.

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• Owners: Greg Hartman, Scott Hartman and Jef Mattern • 38 Employees • CIC Master Craftsmanship Award for Davis Campus (the underground lab at Homestake Mine) Wolff ’s covers all aspects of plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning. New construction, remodeling and service. Residential - Commercial - Industrial. They also provide on the job training.

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SPEARFISH FOREST PRODUCTS, INC.

1510 W. Oliver St., Spearfish 605.642.7741 • Owner: Neiman Enterprises, Inc. • 200 Employees • 170 Contractors, Logggers & Truck Drivers The Neiman Family has owned and operated sawmills in the Black Hills since the 1930’s. They are one of the largest producers of Ponderosa Pine products in the United States and are the producers of Heartland Wood Pellets.

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BLACK HILLS PHYSICAL THERAPY

520 N. Canyon St., Spearfish 605.642.7996 • Owner: Cathy Sulentic-Morcom, P.T. • 6 Employees • Cathy Sulentic-Morcom was selected Physical Therapist of the year 2006 by the South Dakota Physical Therapy Association. She has practiced in Spearfish for 27 years. Black Hills Physical Therapy is an independently owned and operated private physical therapy practice that has served the Northern Hills Communities for 18 years. They provide state-of-the-art, hands-on physical therapy to every client they serve. Every treatment is provided by a licensed physical therapist. They have certified programs in industrial medicine, ASTYM (soft tissue treatment), office ergonomics and safe return-to-work interventions, custom orthotic fabrication, women’s health treatment of pelvic pain and incontinence, Anodyne light for peripheral neuropathy therapy, and much more.

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1410 North Ave., Ste. 6, Spearfish 800.364.8846 • 605.642.4778 • Becky Covell, Ruth Doyen, Cole Rehorst, and Mike Wagner National Mutual Benefit is a fraternal life insurance society that has a proud history of helping others. They provide individuals, families, and businesses with financial security through modern, competitive life and disability income insurance programs and annuities. When you become a member of National Mutual Benefit, you have access to many opportunities and programs at no additional cost that can improve the quality of your life and the lives of those around you. Their goal is to develop and maintain high quality permanent relationships with people by providing outstanding service and carrying out their motto of People Helping People in Time of Need. Celebrating

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we love the library,” Borsch said. “That’s just all there is to it. This is by far the best library I have come across. I used to take a lot of trips and my goal was to stop in small towns and go to the library. There was a little one in Guttenberg, Iowa that came close, but not quite.” Formed about 10 years ago with a mission to raise money to establish an endowment that would ensure the long-term future of the library, the Library Endowment Board consists of Renee Bertrand, Katie Helling, Kim Borsch and Diana Mathisrud. Over the last decade the board has raised more than $17,000 for the library endowment, has purchased new computers with a matching grant to the library, has furnished the teen reading section, and has transformed the basement of the library from a dungeon of books into a bright and cheerful place, where children regularly learn about the joys of reading. “If you were down there before, it was kind of cave-like,” Borsch said of the children’s section, located in the basement of the library. “It’s been a dramatic change down there,” said Library Director Cyndie Harlan, adding that tourists to Lead from large metropolitan areas have commented about the high quality of the Lead library’s children’s section. “That’s how friendly it is downstairs. The kids love it and the parents love it, and it’s really because of these guys. It’s just spectacular.” But the children’s library, though one of the most popular parts of the facility, is certainly not the only bright spot. A true hub of the community, the library hosts meeting groups, information seekers, a knitting club, movie nights, Cinco de Mayo Mexican food nights, pie seekers, and more. The coffee is always hot, and cold drinks are always available, while smiles greet patrons as they walk through the door. “There are a lot of closed places in Lead, but this is not one of them,” Borsch said. “It’s nice because it’s not just the library where people come, check out books, and leave.” “The community is behind us and is happy to come to the events that we have,” said Mathisrud.

“This is the place to come,” Harlan added, and her numbers prove it. Usage at the Lead library has grown steadily over the last six years. Circulation has increased by 15,000, while attendance at the library has increased by nearly 10,000 visits per year. Lead residents and visitors checked out a total of 36,278 items in 2012. That includes 1,050 more adult books, and 703 more teen books, which Harlan said is nearly double the amount in 2011. Additionally, in 2012 patrons checked out 1,277 more children’s books, 613 more audio books, and 1,535 more movies. In fact, Harlan reported that over the course of last year patrons checked out a total of 10,209 movies. In addition to the print materials, Harlan reported that library patrons also took advantage of e-books, checking out 566 of them last year. Of course, Mathisrud said, underneath all of the library activities is a constant effort to raise funds for the library endowment that will guarantee the facility’s future. Formed as a vision of Orville VanDeest, the Foundation has four main fundraisers per year — a wine and chocolate tasting, a pie sale during Lead Live festivities in the summer, a Cinco de Mayo feast, and an art auction which is done in cooperation with the LeadDeadwood Arts Council. Last year’s wine and chocolate fundraiser, Harlan said, brought in almost $5,000 with admission fees and a silent auction. Board members are in the process of planning the same event for this year, which will be held April 5 at the new fire hall in Lead. The event will feature all the wine patrons can drink, and all the Chubby Chipmunk chocolates they can eat, for $15 at the door. Silent auction items will also be available. “You can’t go wrong with wine, chocolate and books,” Helling said. Overall, Borsch said the board members are very excited about the progress that has been made at the library, and they are looking forward to a bright future at the facility. “We feel awesome about it and it’s a great accomplishment,” she said. “We wouldn’t be here if we didn’t enjoy doing it.” For more information about the Phoebe Apperson Hearst Library, or about the Library Endowment Board, call 584-2013.

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Providing smiles to change lives By Marla Loken Black Hills Pioneer

Six people have received free orthodontic treatment thanks to Meyer and Dana Orthodontics Smile for a Lifetime program. Courtesy photo

SPEARFISH — A Spearfish orthodontics office is on a mission to create self-confidence, inspire hope and change lives. All of these objectives are wrapped up in the beauty of a smile. For nearly two years Meyer and Dana Orthodontics has been the local chapter of the Smile for a Lifetime Foundation, a non-profit charitable organization that seeks to change lives in their community. Black Hills Chapter of Smile for a Lifetime provides quality orthodontic treatment for patients who are not in a position to obtain it on their own. “Since we’ve started, we’ve been able to bless six individuals who have been awarded orthodontic treatments,” says Meyer and Dana Orthodontics Treatment Coordinator Marcy Horak, “We surprise them. We make it a party with cake and balloons. It is such an incredible thing, not only for patients, but for the office, knowing that we are changing the lives of someone who might not otherwise be able to afford orthodontic treatment.” “Applicants show that their needs are truly functional, meaning they can’t even properly chew or eat their food,” said Horak. And Horak explains that the treatment isn’t just a quick fix or only the beginnings of a beautiful smile, “It is free treatment from start to finish.” Prospective candidates can download an application from the Meyer and Dana Orthodontics website. Requirements include a photo, letters of reference, and verification of family income, all of which says Horak, play a factor in determining who is chosen as recipients. Recipients are chosen by a volunteer board composed of a wide variety of business professionals. Doctors and staff of Meyer and Dana Orthodontics are not involved in any part of the selection process.

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