Black Hills 4th of July Firework Shows 2026
Celebrate Independence Day in the Black Hills of South Dakota with our complete 2026 guide to 4th of July fireworks shows, parades, and local festivities. Explore a wide range of events from Rapid City’s fireworks displays at Fitzgerald Post 22 Stadium, Black Hills Speedway, Rapid City Elks Golf Course, and Arrowhead Golf Course to Black Hills area celebrations in Belle…
Take a Hike … At Little Elk Creek
Words by Dawn Kocina Photos by Kevin Eilbeck PhotographyMap illustration by Lyndsay Hedman Situated near Piedmont, South Dakota, this moderately challenging route follows a creek perfect for family-friendly adventure. We sent one of our staff writers (a self-described non-hiker) out with her kids, ages 6 and 8, to experience Little…
Feathers & Family
For 12-year-old Alex Fitzgerald, volunteering looks a lot like getting to play with his favorite two-winged creatures and a little quality one-on-one time with mom. That’s because a year ago, the Rapid City family saw an opportunity to get involved in the community and they dove head-first into service work…
A Sweet Lesson In Gratitude
Every February, Youth & Family Services (YFS) staff turn their kitchen into a sea of sprinkles, frosting and sugar cookies. Over 1,000 dozen cookies (that’s not a typo) will be baked, frosted and delivered to the organization’s supporters — a favorite tradition of both the receivers of the cookies and…
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