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The Black Hills in southwestern South Dakota are something of an oasis in the otherwise barren Great Plains. Amid the beautiful granite mountains and lush forests are located Mount Rushmore, the Crazy Horse Monument, Wind Cave, Jewel Cave, and Badlands National Park.

An inside look at various parks , caves and monuments in the Black Hills

The attractions of the Black Hills tend to be immense, as is the mountain range with it's jagged cliffs

South Dakota is full of history, place to see and things to do. One the southwest side lays the Black Hills. The Black Hills got their name because of the pine trees that grow there has so dark of pine that it almost looks black.

The Black Hills of South Dakota are remote and beautiful. Once the center of gold prospecting and frontier living, the Black Hills now attract tourists with varied interests.

The spectacular Black Hills and Badlands of South Dakota can really be appreciated from the back of a horse.

Sylvan Lake is a great place for out of State vacationers.

The Black Hiills are located in South Dakota. Black Hills Gold has grapes, grapevines, and leaves.

Its hard to narrow down where to visit and what to do on vacation. Hopefully this short list, written by someone who lived in South Dakota for ten years, will help you decide how to best plan your trip.

Custer, South Dakota, in the rugged Black Hills is a popular vacation destination.

Some wonderful inns and bed and breakfasts are located near major towns and offer excellent weekend getaway options for couples wanting a romantic stay in the beautiful Black Hills area of South Dakota.

Here is a look at some of the bed and breakfast options South Dakota has to offer.

South Dakota, was named after the Indian tribes of Lakota and Nakota (Sioux); a state gifted with magnificent scenery and breathtaking beauty, crystal clear waters and bright blue skies.

It is like be at a fair for one week. You have a chance to meet people from all over the Untied States and the world.

The Black Hills Institute of Geological Research preserves and researches fossils found in the area of South Dakota and around the world. They give important research and educational materials to teachers and museums on the topic of Paleontology.

It is a very learning experience to see.

The Black Hills South Dakota has a lot to offer for people and families that are interested in mountains, nature and the American West.

Custer City is the gateway to the best that the Black Hills have to offer, including, Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park and the Crazy Horse Memorial.

Mt. Rushmore's Fourth of July show will go on, in spite of rumors of cancellation due to dry weather.

The final leg of our trip covered a great stretch of road through Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Kansas. These roads provided some great scenery and some great stops. This is what you can expect.

Crazy Horse has been nearly sixty years in the carving, and to this day, visitors can still watch artists at work, as they contribute to the memorial meant to honor the culture, tradition, and heritage of North American Indians.

South Dakota badlands, once was a sacred place for the American Indians. Who once stalked the buffalo on its plains, even the coyote howls echo off the walls of this deep canyons and around 500 wild mustangs run free.

Are you looking for a nice, outdoors, family-friendly vacation? The Black Hills of South Dakota offers one of the best vacation opportunity for families.

Is history repeating itself? As outrage over South Dakota's abortion ban grows, another mystery is put to rest.

Visiting Mount Rushmore is not just a great sightseeing trip, it's a history lesson and a look into man's quest for leaving a legacy for others to enjoy and marvel at.

Located next to Ellsworth Air Force Base, the South Dakota Air and Space Museum offers displays of fighter aircraft, a B-1 bomber, and the first stratospheric air balloon launch in the US.

A guide to some of the popular attractions all over South Dakota.

Vacationers to The Black Hills will find a variety of restaurants to eat in and to enjoy western atmosphere

Deadwood, South Dakota, was known as the toughest town in the Dakotas. After nearly calling it quits, Deadwood has come back to life. Preservation officials label it a miracle.

Prospecting for gold may sound silly to some, but it’s got enough of a following to support a healthy niche industry for anyone who wants to give it a try.

In a city known for Black Hills gold, historic landmarks and breathtaking vistas, it is easy to find a way to give someone special a monument to your affections.

Summertime is when families take grand road trips to tour the magnificent western states. I you get a chance to vacation our west over the Independence Day holiday, be sure to catch the spectacular fireworks in the dramatic settings near Yellowstone and Mt.Rushmore.

What is less well known about the story of the Little Big Horn than that Custer was a maniac is that the US government wanted the Black Hills of the Dakotas for the gold was that was an inconveniently discovered there after a treaty gave the land to the the Sioux.

While most people consider North Dakota a rural state rather than a tourist destination, the state offers beautiful hiking and other vacation spots.

If you have ever wanted to learn more about reptiles and some other fascinating animals of our great world, go to Reptile Gardens in the Black Hills of South Dakota.

This year South Dakota will be hosting the 50th Annual Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo in Rapid City.

If you want an interesting diversion this winter try the Black Hills Rodeo. An all indoor event you won't have to suffer from the elements.

The "Gorilla" project is a possible large-scale economic development venture in Union County, S.D. just north of Sioux City, IA. The project could employ thousands of people, but so far, no one knows what it is. This is typical economic development secrecy in S.D.

The Black Hills Stock Show is going to be huge this year with over 300,000 people expected to attend.

a truly unique Mexican restaurant in Forest Hills, NY

South Dakota is celebrated as the land of Mount Rushmore. You might enjoy adding your own face to the western scene at one of the best guest ranches in South Dakota

A massive but secret economic development project in extreme southeast South Dakota code-named "Gorilla" has much speculation. Some think it is a huge refinery; others, a coal plant of some sort. This article looks at both possibilities.

hankering for a little something extra for desert? Try Piu Bello's Desert Cafe in Forest Hills, NY

As we travel East from CO to MA we decided to visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Neither my husband nor I have ever been in the state of South Dakota before.

The Qwest Foundation awards grants to community-based programs across the U.S. that generate high-impact and measurable results, focusing on K through grade 12 education and economic development.

While South Dakota's governor and economic development officials remain mum about the so-called "Gorilla" project that could end up employing thousands and changing the character of a rural county, realtors playhard ball with acreage owners in project's path.

Visitors to Deadwood get a chance to experience some of the atmosphere of the old wild west

After my Husband's heart attack we took a much-needed vacation through South Dakota, Montana, and Wyoming.

Just off of I-90, Wall, South Dakota offers travelers a friendly and entertaining place to take a break from the road.

Wall Drug in Wall, South Dakota is an actual drug store. Wall Drug is a family owned operation. Wall Drug was started before air conditioning was used and travelers on the highway that goes by Wall, South Dakota would stop for ice water.

The presidents' noses are 20 feet long, each mouth is 18 feet wide, and each eye is 11 feet across. Had they been carved to their toes, the figures would have been 465 feet tall.

Do you believe in ghosts? Sightings of specters are reported all over the world everyday! Here are some of the reports made from the state of South Dakota by tourists, as well as, natives!

An inside look at the happenings of the Sturgis Bike Rally

Wall, South Dakota has so much to offer as a destination. It is next to the Badlands of South Dakota.

There are many free outings that your family can take while living in or visiting Sioux Falls, SD.

South Dakota brings its distinctive heritage and landscape to the festival circuit with events that will get people on their feet, either for dancing or climbing toward the sky.

This is an Update to the North Hills Trail. That connected to the Irongate Trail and the Crabtree Trail makes for one of the longer contiguous stretches of the Raleigh Greenway System.

Where can you get a stuffed or even a real mounted Jackalope with your free ice water? Well, if your headed through Wall, South Dakota you can't help but find the Wall Drug Store, which has been open since 1931.

"It's not called the Goodlands," said Loren Morlock as his daughter Nancy and I prepared to mountain bike North Dakota's Maah Daah Hey trail. We were attempting to complete the 110-mile Badlands singletrack in two days.

The Custer brothers were both risk-taking masters of the bluff. One on the battlefield and one at the poker table.

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Atlanta to South Dakota to Marysville is a wide swath of the US and the art by the winners of the Asylum Gallery Juried Print Show is just as varied in technique as well as theme

Clarence meets up with an old prospector in the Black Hills.

Central North Dakota is full of history. At the Missouri River Lodge you can be in the center of it.

Crazy Horse, a respected leader of the Lakota Tribe, was born near Rapid City, South Dakota around 1840. The name Crazy Horse was handed down to him from his father who then assumed the name "Worm".

The significance of local stories in socializing children in Lakota culture was the fact that these local stories took the place of books. The tribe's "true meaning" was their relationship with their Creator - "T'ukasila" or "Grandfather".

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Let's face it, most people treat their pets as good as family members, some even go beyond this. Here's some help to finding that pet kennel that's right for your four legged friend.

Spring has sprung and with it comes the sound of chirping birds, sizzling grills, and the roar of motorcycles. For all those who live to ride and ride to live, here are a few upcoming biker rallies to whet your whistle.

The year in which The Battle of Little Big Horn was fought was 1876, yet its significance is found in the fact that it was the culmination of some 400 years of wars between the various tribes of Native Americans on one side.

Tips for planning a vacation that's fun for the whole family and suggestions for nearby family vacations in the Upper Midwest

A Look at some of the Most Famous or Infamous Native Americans

Must-sees, insider tips, and route suggestions.

"Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee" will premier on HBO on May 27. The epic movie event is presented by Executive Producers Dick Wolf and Tom Thayer.

Sal learns that as much as she loved her mother, she is not responsible for her actions.

Plan your summer vacation to see the world's best 3-night fireworks contest in Gillette, Wyoming. Plan to also visit nearby Yellowstone Park, Grand Tetons, and Mount Rushmore.

Thirty million bison once roamed the Great Plains, and with a little policy, they can be returned. As economic conditions worsen across the plains states, the prospect of a national bison commons becomes more viable.

With proper preparation you should have no trouble passing the South Dakota Bar Exam.

A two-day event was held in Pierre, South Dakota to unveil the South Dakota War Memorial. The dedication featured Vietnam-era displays along with a parade and ceremonies with high profile speakers and performers.

Dr. William O. Farber, one of the most influential citizens in South Dakota history and mentor to famous broadcasters and U.S. Senators, died March 23, 2007 at the age of 96.

If you like to eat Italian food you will love Spezia Italian Restaurant in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

The South Dakota Legislature recognized the need to educate their hunters as early as 1955. During this time, the number of hunting related accidents was on the increase, especially with young hunters.

Newborn screening in South Dakota helps assure that newborns in this state have the opportunity to at least begin life as healthy as possible.

This paper discusses the relationship between child labor and economic development in India and concludes that child labor deprives children of opportunities to learn higher-level skills needed for high-wage jobs.

All countries want to achieve higher rate of growth to provide its citizens higher living standards, national prosperity and a higher quality of life. But have they achieved real progress in both.Has character any role in economic development?

An historical festival takes place at Fort Sisseton in the Fort Sisseton State Park in South Dakota every year during the first full weekend in June. This year it will take place from June 6th through the 8th.

Emilee Gehling J.D. rides a commuter train for 40 minutes into Washington DC to work for Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley. Although she enjoys her fast paced work environment, this South Dakota native looks forward to the ride back to her Maryland home each evening.

Andrew Smith, the author of Moondust: In Search of the Men Who Fell to Earth, recently published a polemic in the British newspaper The Guardian, entitled Plundering the Moon, that argued against the economic development of the Moon.

This paper explores the link between crimes and economic development. Many theorist associate social factors more closely to crime rate than biological and physiological factors. Both industrialized and non-industrialized countries suffer from crime.

The Department of Defense has announced the certification of a weapons of mass destruction civil support team in South Dakota.

Forest Hills, located in the heart of Queens, offers a wide variety of restaurants. Here is a list of some of the top ones.

Information about renaissance fairs held in South Dakota and Nebraska; including dates, times, locations, ticket prices, and highlights

WE have all seen and heard the story of the West from the White Man's point of view. Take the time to explore over the Native American Byway through North and South Dakota and get the Native American side of the story.

Al's Oasis in the best restaurant in Chamberlain, South Dakota. Chamberlain, South Dakota is a city with a population of less then 3000 people. Chamberlain, South Dakota is located in the center of South Dakota and it has the Missouri River running by.

The South Dakota legislature has issued a direct challenge to Roe V Wade. Did the constitution change while I was sleeping?