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It’s Friday, Black Hills! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Romantic small towns near the Black Hills, win ham and wine at bingo, and book bedazzling + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Quiet escapes with wide horizons: Looking for a romantic 3-day weekend near the Black Hills? Six South Dakota small towns, including Deadwood, Hill City, Watertown, and Hot Springs, offer lakes, museums, and cozy stays — see the six featured towns.
Small town kindness shines: A Plankinton mechanic loaned a car to a Rapid City father and son after their SUV died, keeping their Mayo Clinic trip on track as doctors report signs of improvement — read the full story.
Governance expertise strengthens strategy: Dakota Gold has appointed Brian G. Iverson to its board, bringing longtime South Dakota legal and regulatory experience as the company advances exploration in Homestake District of the Black Hills — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Add some art vibes: When your walls want soul and your DIY brain wants beads, Prairie Edge gathers Native American fine art, star quilts, beadwork, books, and real-deal craft supplies under one downtown roof. Expect textures, color, and tradition in conversation… and the kind of inspiration that sneaks up and stays.
Backyard upgrade incoming: If winter left your deck sketchy, BH Deck Dudes delivers code-solid builds and smart refinish work, with premium cedar, slick composite, and custom railings that feel original. This can be the summer your Rapid City hangout finally happens, backed by craftsmanship built to last.
Sushi night, sorted: From pristine rolls to comforting Korean plates, Hana Korean Grill and Sushi Bar nails the weeknight sweet spot, making dinner feel easy, not homework. Settle into the cozy Japanese-style room, linger a while, and let it play like a quick vacation.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🏠 Home in Focus Opening Reception @ Dahl Arts Center (Rapid City) | Friday (3/13) at 5:00 PM – Opening reception for a community photo show framing South Dakota as home, with youth, amateur, and pro shots vying for juried prizes and a People’s Choice vote. Expect burros, Badlands, and familiar skies, rendered with heart. No velvet rope, just neighbors, stories, and prairie pride.
☘ St Patrick’s Vendor Day @ Stay USA Cafe (Hot Springs) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Kicking off the year with a St. Patrick’s-themed vendor day, packed with local makers, Gail’s sweet treats. Shop a little, then lean into breakfast specials, or corned beef and cabbage with Irish soda bread, because balance. Regular menu still holding down the fort.
👪 Southern Hills Family Resource Fair @ Custer Elementary School | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Custer County’s one-stop Family Resource Fair is back, bigger, and free. Expect youth programs, health services, and neighbors who actually know stuff, all under one roof. Skip the wild goose chase, bring the kids, the questions, and maybe a tote for the swag.
🛍 Women & Wellness Marketplace Pop Up @ The Monument (Rapid City) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Women and Wellness pop-up, free to enter, brings together dozens of local, women-focused vendors, interactive demos, and feel-good finds. If your self-care routine is mainly caffeine and good intentions, come browse beauty, skincare, fashion, home decor, support local, then leave happily lighter, and calmer.
✨ Book Bedazzling @ Custer County Library | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Celebrate National Craft Day by bedazzling your favorite book with Petals & Pages and the Custer County Library, because literature deserves sparkle. Bring your own book, call 605-673-3549 with cover colors to RSVP, $20 covers supplies, instruction, and take-home gems, or drop in for $10.
🌿 House Plant 101 @ The Plant Shop (Rapid City) | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Confess your plant crimes at The Plant Shop’s House Plant 101 with certified arborist Hannah Hayes. Learn which houseplants suit you, spot pests, and keep your indoor greenery thriving, all for five bucks that boomerangs back as a gift card, plus a spring coupon.
🐾 Spay & Neuter Bingo Fundraiser @ American Legion Riders Post 71 Hot Springs, S.D. | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 PM – Do some good and shout bingo without leaving the neighborhood. This spay and neuter fundraiser has a proper $7 pulled pork sandwich, chips, and a cookie, no fuss, no kale. Eat well, chuckle with your neighbors, and help fewer surprise litters.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Black Hills report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 45°F – Low: 24°F – Precip: 41%
A chance of snow before 2pm, then a chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 45. Southeast wind 1 to 7 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24. East wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 47°F – Low: 13°F – Precip: 70%
Snow likely before 2pm, then rain likely. Mostly cloudy. High near 47, with temperatures falling to around 45 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 3 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: Rain before 7pm, then snow. Cloudy. Low around 13, with temperatures rising to around 17 overnight. North wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 38 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible.
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