Black Hills

Mount Rushmore, carved from ancient Black Hills granite, erodes so slowly it could last millions of years. Geology, history, and preservation keep the famous faces recognizable.

South Dakota Halloween ideas inspired by local legends, TV icons, and prairie life—from Mount Rushmore to Captain 11 and beyond.

A gaming sensation takes a rare breather in South Dakota, leading to an unexpected meeting that blurs the lines between reality and the digital world.

Where should extraterrestrials land in South Dakota? Stadiums, airports, and national parks top the list.

Picture this: cowboys and bison come together under the wide South Dakota sky. It’s a celebration of heritage you won’t want to miss.

South Dakota first frost dates vary by city and elevation. Find your city’s average frost date to protect outdoor plants.

Wildfire smoke fills South Dakota skies as risk rises in the Black Hills, prairie counties, and across the state during dry summer months.

Before selfies, before TikTok—just bikes, bands, and big energy. Relive the Sturgis Rally like it used to be

South Dakota’s wildfire history includes massive prairie blazes and Black Hills fires like the Jasper and Legion Lake infernos. Smoke still shapes our summers.

Lightning safety in South Dakota: how to measure distance by thunder, lightning strike risks, and rare local deaths.