Black Hills Pioneer

Black Hills Pioneer Pioneering News in the Black Hills since 1876. Open M-F 7:30 am-5:00 pm
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We are Seaton Publishing Company, Inc., a family owned media company serving the Black Hills region of South Dakota and Wyoming. The Pioneer is the oldest business in West River South Dakota and the only locally owned newspaper in the territory.

LEAD — In 1970, Rick Allen was on the C-130 plane with his fellow Marines, getting ready to fly to Vietnam, when the pla...
07/03/2025

LEAD — In 1970, Rick Allen was on the C-130 plane with his fellow Marines, getting ready to fly to Vietnam, when the plane was abruptly shut down. The troops were told to disembark and get into formation.

LEAD — In 1970, Rick Allen was on the C-130 plane with his fellow Marines, getting ready to fly to Vietnam, when the plane was abruptly shut down. The troops

SPEARFISH — When Maj. David Voss first saw the new Black Hills Salvation Army Thrift store in Spearfish, he was struck b...
07/03/2025

SPEARFISH — When Maj. David Voss first saw the new Black Hills Salvation Army Thrift store in Spearfish, he was struck by three things: the size of the sign from the highway, the effort staff put into decorating the store, and the packed status of t…

SPEARFISH — When Maj. David Voss first saw the new Black Hills Salvation Army Thrift store in Spearfish, he was struck by three things: the size of the sign from

SPEARFISH — The South Dakota Municipal League Hall of Fame honors public servants who have worked at a municipality in t...
07/03/2025

SPEARFISH — The South Dakota Municipal League Hall of Fame honors public servants who have worked at a municipality in the state for at least 20 years. Elected officials and hired employees are both eligible for induction.

SPEARFISH — The South Dakota Municipal League Hall of Fame honors public servants who have worked at a municipality in the state for at least 20 years. Elected officials and

SPEARFISH — The American Legion Ride 605, organized by the South Dakota American Legion Riders, is a four-day fundraisin...
07/03/2025

SPEARFISH — The American Legion Ride 605, organized by the South Dakota American Legion Riders, is a four-day fundraising event benefitting the South Dakota American Legion Foundation.

BELLE FOURCHE — Williams Rope Horse Company emerged with the title from the 16th annual Black Hills Roundup ranch rodeo ...
07/03/2025

BELLE FOURCHE — Williams Rope Horse Company emerged with the title from the 16th annual Black Hills Roundup ranch rodeo held Tuesday at the Black Hills Roundup grounds.

STURGIS — The Sturgis Post 33 Titans earned a doubleheader sweep over Spearfish Post 164 Tuesday evening at Strong Field...
07/03/2025

STURGIS — The Sturgis Post 33 Titans earned a doubleheader sweep over Spearfish Post 164 Tuesday evening at Strong Field, taking game one 8-1 and rallying for an 8-7 win in game two.

STURGIS — The Sturgis Post 33 Titans earned a doubleheader sweep over Spearfish Post 164 Tuesday evening at Strong Field, taking game one 8-1 and rallying for an 8-7 win

PIERRE — As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, the South Dakota Highway Patrol is urging all drivers to prioritize s...
07/03/2025

PIERRE — As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, the South Dakota Highway Patrol is urging all drivers to prioritize safety on the road. With increased traffic expected on the roadways, state troopers will be highly visible and focused on crash pr…

PIERRE — As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, the South Dakota Highway Patrol is urging all drivers to prioritize safety on the road. With increased traffic expected on the

DEADWOOD — Trike enthusiasts will gather in Deadwood this weekend in preparation for the 11th annual 3-Wheeler Rally.
07/03/2025

DEADWOOD — Trike enthusiasts will gather in Deadwood this weekend in preparation for the 11th annual 3-Wheeler Rally.

SPEARFISH — The Black Hills State University (BHSU) football team has announced the kickoff times for the six-game home ...
07/03/2025

SPEARFISH — The Black Hills State University (BHSU) football team has announced the kickoff times for the six-game home slate at Lyle Hare Stadium this fall. A total of two night games will highlight the schedule and a date with last year’s Rocky Mo…

SPEARFISH — The Black Hills State University (BHSU) football team has announced the kickoff times for the six-game home slate at Lyle Hare Stadium this fall. A total of two

In celebration of the 4th of July, our office will be closing EARLY at 1pm on Thursday, July 3. We will also be closed F...
07/03/2025

In celebration of the 4th of July, our office will be closing EARLY at 1pm on Thursday, July 3. We will also be closed Friday, July 4. There will be no paper Friday, July 4th or Saturday, July 5! We will resume normal office hours Monday, July 7.

Have a safe and happy Independence Day!🇺🇸

A man, who was allegedly wanted on warrants from two counties, was arrested today following an altercation with deputies...
07/02/2025

A man, who was allegedly wanted on warrants from two counties, was arrested today following an altercation with deputies.

WHITEWOOD — A man was arrested Wednesday morning after he fought with law enforcement officers along Interstate 90.

STURGIS — The Sturgis Post 33 Titans battled late but came up short in a 12-6 loss to Brandon Valley Post 131 on Monday ...
07/02/2025

STURGIS — The Sturgis Post 33 Titans battled late but came up short in a 12-6 loss to Brandon Valley Post 131 on Monday in Sturgis.

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315 Seaton Cir
Spearfish, SD
57783

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Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 5pm

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First published in Deadwood on June 8, 1876, the Black Hills Pioneer is the oldest business in West River South Dakota and the only locally owned daily newspaper in the territory. The Black Hills Pioneer is the flagship publication of Seaton Publishing Company, Inc. South Dakota. It is part of a family owned newspaper and digital media company providing local journalism to western South Dakota. It is the official newspaper for Lawrence County, Meade County and Butte County, including the towns of Spearfish, Lead, Deadwood, Whitewood, Sturgis, Vale, Newell, Nisland and Belle Fourche reaching nearly 5,000 subscribers Monday- Saturday. In addition, Seaton publishes the Nation’s Center News, the official weekly newspaper for Harding County including the communities of Buffalo and Camp Crook with over 1,200 subscribers. Another reader favorite is The Weekly Prospector, a free weekly ad shopper paper. Over 23,000 copies of The Prospector are carrier delivered, direct mailed and in newsstands in Lawrence, Meade, Butte and Harding counties in South Dakota, northeast Wyoming and southeast Montana. You can now also get local information on the “Explore Black Hills” free mobile app for iPhone and Andriod . Full of local business information- including where to eat, stay and play; geo locators for local Garage Sales & Real Estate Open Houses; National & State Park info; Hiking Trails; Motorcycle Touring and so much more!