SDPB Spotlight

Connect with SDPB and your neighbors about topics that matter to South Dakotans with SDPB Spotlight. Each month SDPB invites you to lend your perspective and experience to conversations that help us all better understand the history, issues, and events that impact South Dakota’s communities.

August: Forest Management

South Dakota is home to over 1.2 million acres of forest land, primarily ponderosa pine in the western Black Hills. SDPB goes deeper into The Black Hills National Forest and the tourism, timber industry, landowners and other stakeholders who depend on its health and sustainability.

Coming Up - September: Literary Heritage

In the Moment takes a literary road trip on the way to the South Dakota Festival of Books. We’ll follow the breadcrumbs of our state’s literary heritage, explore the works of iconic authors, and meet some of the region’s rising literary stars. Tell us your favorite South Dakota book and how it changed your perspective on the place we call home. Leave a message at 605-951-0740.

In Case You Missed It

July: Summer School Civics Lessons

In July, SDPB Spotlight takes you to summer school. Find out what our students are learning in school civics classes, take a few SDPB civics tests, and learn how curriculum is set by school boards across the state.

June 2021: Rodeo

In June, SDPB Spotlight took a closer look at South Dakota’s rodeo traditions. From State High School Rodeo Finals in Fort Pierre to rodeo culture throughout the state, SDPB presents rodeo’s people and places.

And join the broader conversations throughout each month on SDPB’s

In the Moment, South Dakota Focus, and at SDPB.org/Spotlight