Making right attachments is key
By Carol WalkerI remember the first day I saw them, two innocent fawns grazing near the dam at Major Lake, not acting as if they were at all threatened by my presence. It made me wonder, “Where is...
View ArticleSlate Creek Grille survives water woes
By Kacie SvobodaLast week, the Slate Creek Grille ran dry as weeks of pressure issues culminated in a complete water loss on Sunday, Aug. 7.The restaurant began experiencing low water pressure in late...
View ArticleHarney Peak name to change
By Carrie MooreNearly two years after the original request was made, the decision to rename Harney Peak is now a reality.During its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, Aug. 11, the U.S. Board of...
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Hill City crash claims life
Fatal Crash — From left, emergency personnel question Kenneth Sheridan, 69, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, who rear-ended a pickup truck in front of the Hill City Visitor Information Center. The passenger,...
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Tucker Day Rodeo fun for all
A good time — Kiya was happy with her performance at the Tucker Day Rodeo on Sunday, Aug. 14. She competed in the baton relay, pole bending and cattle roping. [PN Photo/Kacie Svoboda]By Kacie...
View ArticleMemorial to be held for “Wildcat” Jim
By Bev Pechan On Saturday, Aug. 28, a life celebration and memorial will take place from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Keystone Community Center for “Wildcat” Jim Morrow, who passed away several weeks ago in...
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Christopher R. Wells
Christopher R. Wells, 36, passed away on July 1, 2016, after a long battle with illness.A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 27, at Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home, followed...
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Thomas Arthur Craig
Thomas Arthur Craig was born on April 4, 1952, to Ed and Willamina Craig. He went to school in Sioux Falls, S.D., and worked for the Sioux Falls Water Department. He lived in the Hillyo Apartments in...
View ArticleIs cricket munching catching on?
By Kacie SvobodaIf the sight of Bear Grylls slurping up maggots or crunching through a giant beetle makes your stomach turn, you may want to skip this column because this week, an article asking if...
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Ranger Field ‘useable venue’ by Homecoming
Moving Dirt — After weeks of delays, the Ranger Field renovation finally began to haul away its extra topsoil to the Hill City Cemetery last week. From there, the city becomes the owner of the dirt and...
View ArticleBudget approved
By Carol WalkerShort and sweet, that is what the Hill City Council meeting was on Monday night as the council quickly dispatched the business of the city. They had the second reading of the 2017...
View ArticleCrosswalk could get crossed out
By Kacie Svoboda At the Keystone Town Board Meeting last Wednesday, Aug. 17, trustee Lynette Gohsman pushed for the city to begin the process of eliminating the crosswalk closest to Highway 40 on...
View ArticleArchery tournament set for Saturday
By Carol Walker With archery season just around the corner, Hill City Young Life invites hunters and target shooters to “pull out the arrows and rosin up the bow” and...
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Wine, Brew & BBQ smokes competition
Sponsor BBQ — From left, Bob Stanfiel and Shane Alexander of the B-S BBQ Outlaws cook up a tasty feast to thank the Wine, Brew & BBQ’s local individual and business sponsors. These sponsors help...
View ArticleWalter Miles Gardner
Walter Miles Gardner was born May 4, 1933, in Keystone, S.D., to Miles E. and Dorothy M. Gardner. Walter grew up in the Keystone area where he worked various mining jobs before he was employed by...
View ArticleYes, you can go back, but it’s not really the same
By Bev Pechan Next week, about 90 people are expected to show up for Keystone’s all- school reunion. Some will be locals and others will be coming from other states to relive the days of being...
View ArticleKeystone budgets for bridge repair
By Kacie SvobodaFor those concerned with the Swanzey Street bridge repair, the board’s decision at the second budget hearing on Thursday, Aug. 25, brought both good and bad news.The city of Keystone...
View ArticleParade entries needed
By Bev PechanFeel like showing off and having a good time? Keystone's Holy Terror Days Association is looking for entries for its annual parade on Saturday, Sept. 10.Trophies will be awarded for the...
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Wine, Brew & BBQ fires up a big crowd
Best Brisket — Tony Bala of Rapid City and his family accept the blue ribbon for the best brisket category of the Kansas City Barbeque Society sanctioned competition. Bala's barbeque outfit is called...
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Foundation awards $30K to nonprofits
Ranger Field donation — Members of the Ranger Field Renovation committee accept a check from the South Dakota Community Foundation to help with the field renovation project. From left are Pat...
View ArticlePresident Obama says to find a new business model
By Carol Walker “If you’re making that profit by trapping hard-working Americans into a vicious cycle of debt, you’ve got to find a new business model.” - President Barack Obama.On this point, I have...
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A ‘Patchwork of Books’
FAME GOES WORLDWIDE — The Patchwork of Books sale will take place this Saturday near the Hill City Public Library and, prior to the event, two baskets are on display at the library, giving individuals...
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As fall approaches, think about quilts
Made with love — Sue Anderson displays a number of pillowcases which will go to local children. The pillow cases will be on display at the Hill City Outdoor Quilt Show this weekend. [Submitted Photo]By...
View ArticleHoly cow! It’s Holy Terror time again
By Bev Pechan Get ready for Keystone’s 34th annual “redneck rendezvous” on Saturday, Sept. 10 – Keystone’s official year-end celebration of the busy tourist season and time to let it all hang out just...
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