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Hi Black Hills, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: SDAHO turns 100, Sara Frankenstein joins the US Civil Rights Commission, and Ian Munsick unveils a Cowboy Bar + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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📰 In the news
From 1926 to today: SDAHO marks 100 years as South Dakota healthcare’s unified voice, representing 52 hospitals and 120 long-term care facilities. On policy and workforce, it has supported leaders statewide, including the Black Hills — read the full story.
New voice in civil rights: Rapid City attorney and former Miss South Dakota Sara Frankenstein was selected to a six year term on the US Commission on Civil Rights, a national advisory panel to Congress — get details on her appointment.
Historic hotel collaboration announced: Wyoming star Ian Munsick will open his Cowboy Bar & Western Grill in Deadwood this August, inside The Landmark Hotel & Casino, featuring classic decor and indoor and outdoor stages — get all the details.
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
Make a night of it: Between community theatre productions, concerts, and the occasional how-did-they-do-that moment, Historic Homestake Opera House keeps Lead’s arts scene buzzing in a century-old gem rebuilt with love. The glow lingers as audiences spill into the night, smiling and chatting all the way home.
Hot dog night, upgraded: When the week calls for comfort, The Prairie Dog Taproom serves artisan hot dogs with house-made toppings, a bison swap option, and its signature Miner’s Mischief sauce. Pair with self-pour taps and low-key live music for a simple, satisfying plan that hits the spot.
Refresh your TBR stack: Henry’s Books is Spearfish’s community-loved indie with a sharp, curated mix: new fiction, nonfiction, kids, and YA. Shelves to browse, recs to trade, and that new-book smell… the kind that recharges your TBR and your mood, always.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →
Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
Thinning hair? Don’t treat the wrong thing: When my ponytail started thinning, I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, sprays, etc.) and not one of them lasted. Turns out, most products target the strand, not the follicle… and that’s the whole problem. Once follicles go dormant, they need targeted help to come back. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn about my favorites here →
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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📆 Black Hills for grown ups
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🌲 Forest Bathing @ Henry’s Books (Spearfish) | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Grab your boots and your patience for birdsong, then let local expert Madison Ferguson lead some Forest Bathing, a mindful wander in the Hills, no bathtub required. It pairs with the Spearfish Mini Read’s In the Distance, free to attend, community-backed, donations welcome.
🍺 MoonCats @ Lost Cabin Beer Co. (Rapid City Taproom) | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Craving rootsy pickin’ with your pint? MoonCats, a North Dakota trio packing banjo, washboard, upright bass, and harmonies tighter than your hiking boots, roll into Lost Cabin with singalong originals, choice covers, and the kind of stomp that turns barstools into dance floors.
🎤 An Evening with Bijou Belle @ The Rushmore Hotel & Suites (Rapid City) | Friday (3/13) at 7:00 PM – Call it a proper homecoming: Bijou Belle returns to the Black Hills for an exclusive live set and an up-close meet-and-greet. Think grown-up night out with real seats, you can actually hear the lyrics, and hometown charm you cannot fake.
🛍 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.
🍽 Dinner in the Dark Part 3 @ The Box Elder Events Center | Wednesday (3/18) at 6:00 PM – This immersive dinner at The Box Elder Events Center dials down the lights and cranks up taste, aroma, and texture. It’s Dinner in the Dark, Part 3, a guided experience where your palate mingles, your nose leads, and your phone sits quietly.
☘ St Patrick’s Day Sexy Bingo Bash @ Robbinsdale Lounge (Rapid City) | Wednesday (3/18) at 7:00 PM – Throw on something green and head to Robbinsdale Lounge for Sexy Bingo, the classy kind of chaos we pretend is culture. Expect thousands in cash and prizes, plus a costume contest, because nothing says St. Paddy’s like yelling bingo in shamrock tights.
🍻 Blues, Brews & BBQ Fest @ Spearfish City Park | Thursday (3/19) at 6:00 PM – If you’ve waited for a sign to trade chores for ribs and riffs, here it is. Eddie 9V returns to Spearfish City Park Pavilion, fresh off Red Rocks. Pit 14 smoke, Crow Peak pints, and a free, all-ages blues blowout.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Black Hills report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 64°F – Low: 27°F – Precip: 28%
A chance of rain after 4pm. Mostly sunny. High near 64, with temperatures falling to around 55 in the afternoon. West wind 13 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 55 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: Rain likely before 8pm, then snow likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 27. Wind chill values as low as 20. Northwest wind 5 to 29 mph, with gusts as high as 54 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 43°F – Low: 24°F – Precip: 66%
Snow likely. Mostly cloudy. High near 43, with temperatures falling to around 41 in the afternoon. East wind 3 to 8 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: Snow. Cloudy, with a low around 24. East wind 2 to 7 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
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