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Prescribed burn near Belle Fourche
BELLE FOURCHE, S.D. (KELO) — If you see a large amount of smoke in the air near Belle Fourche Friday, don’t be too alarmed. South Dakota Wildland Fire will set a 300-acre portion of the Belle Fourche Reservoir on fire today. The area is in a state game...
US Forest Service will allow exploratory drilling for gold near Spearfish Canyon this summer
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) - The US Forest Service concluded Monday that exploratory drilling for gold just above the western rim of Spearfish Canyon ‘will not significantly impact the human environment.’ The Gold Crest Exploration Drilling project, organized by Colorado-based mining company Solitario Resources, is set to begin in early June. Though this project will not involve mining in the immediate future - only searching for gold - it has drawn criticism from environmental activism groups.
Young shooting suspect appears in court
RED OWL, S.D. (KELO) — A boy appeared in court this week, accused in a deadly shooting last year. The Meade County Sheriff’s Office says the suspect was summoned into court on Monday. He is charged in the death of 30-year-old Dylan Evans of Piedmont. Authorities say the...
Spearfish seniors empowered, celebrate life at luncheon
SPEARFISH, S.D. - It’s Older Americans Month and every day is a celebration of life where seniors are “Powered by Connection” at the Spearfish Senior Citizen Center. This is the 61st anniversary where the Administration for Community Living (ACL) reaffirms and encourages communities to give back to their older Americans with events.
Private Oasis in Spearfish: 5-bedroom home on expansive lot
SPEARFISH, S.D. - Situated on an expansive 6.44-acre lot, this home offers a rare blend of privacy, comfort, and scenic beauty, making it an ideal family retreat. With 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, including a primary bathroom featuring a walk-in tile shower, dual vanity, and walk-in closet, this property caters to luxurious living. Unique amenities abound, such as a 12x32 covered deck, perfect for both indoor and outdoor lifestyles.
Watch, eagle rescued near Belle Fourche released back into wild
COLUMBIA, S.D. - Over two months ago, trucker Vuk Dursic was driving a semi-truck near Belle Fourche, South Dakota when he saw another truck strike a golden eagle. Dursic stopped his truck, wrapped the eagle in a blanket, and drove to a truck stop in Belle Fourche to get help.
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