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“At the center of everything we do is a simple, but powerful purpose,” said Koch Hazard Architects principal Stacey McMahan. “We strengthen community with intention and creativity.”

They’re celebrating their 65th anniversary, which will commence with a party June 26 from 4-6 p.m. followed by a Levitt at the Falls concert across the street sponsored by none other than Koch Hazard. The Vindys will be taking the stage from Youngstown, OH surrounded by food trucks and community vibes.

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“These ladies currently fighting or conquering breast cancer are the strongest people I’ve ever met,” said co-program coordinator of Casting for Recovery - South Dakota (CfR)-South Dakota Paige Schultz.

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America turns 250 🇺🇸, and there is no better place to celebrate than downtown Rapid City. Join a multi-day free festival filled with hometown pride, community spirit, and the kind of moments that bring people together.

Expect a full lineup of live music, a vibrant parade through downtown streets, local food trucks, a lively Kids Zone, a 5K, and unforgettable nights capped with fireworks🧨, a spectacular drone show lighting up the Black Hills sky, and regionally-renowned concerts headlined by country superstar Chancey Williams and local icon Brandon Jones.

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When planning a 605 Sprinter Van Trip to Yankton last July, Brittany Wagner of Yankton Thrive wanted every stop to represent a different side of the town.

“Some locations highlighted outdoor adventure and recreation, while others focused on local flavor, history, shopping, or entertainment,” said the director of tourism. “We also wanted places that created memorable experiences for visitors, whether that was waterfront views, unique dining experiences, or hidden gems locals love.”

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It’s a vibe.

"The Official Guide to Local Flavor" officially released this past February, and already has had such a demand Southeast South Dakota's Amy Bailey says the non-profit will launch an additional run this fall. Guides are distributed throughout the region for free at high-traffic locations like visitor centers, hotels, attractions, and at businesses who are featured in the guide (along with being online).

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Visitors can literally step inside history with the Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Homes tours, thanks to the Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial Society.

The Discovery Center is open June through August and is a space for non-digital play. Children can dress up in prairie costumes, play house with a cast-iron stove, pretend to do the wash, and “attend” school.

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