High School Football: Broncs think loss will breed confidence Sep 21, 2009
The Broncs head to Deadwood on Friday to take on Lead-Deadwood in a Black Hills Conference game ... A couple of 9-man teams went crazy at the Prospector Bowl in Deadwood as Newell racked up 44 first-quarter points in a 78-27 win over Oelrichs and Philip, which came into the game averaging 73 points per game, actually increased that average in an 81-28 victory over New Underwood. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Costner emphasizes importance of friendship Sep 21, 2009
"Norg has taken an interest in Tatanka, something that we've established out in Deadwood. It's an information center, very humble. Norg has always appreciated that, as he's appreciated the history of his own state, and feels like that's a history that's been largely overlooked within this state and around. He feels like there's a lot of to offer, and there's a lot of pride where South Dakota is concerned." ... but he owns a stake in the Midnight Star Casino in Deadwood. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Murderer's sentencing changed to Sept. 30 Sep 19, 2009
DEADWOOD -- The sentencing date for convicted murderer Shane Bell has been changed to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, in Deadwood. Fourth Circuit Judge Randall Macy on Thursday had set a sentence hearing for Oct. 13, in Deadwood for Bell, who pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the Dec. 20, 2008, shooting death of his girlfriend, Bobbie McClure, in Spearfish. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Rain doesn't dampen crowd's mood at Deadwood Jam Sep 14, 2009
DEADWOOD -- Almost everyone you met Saturday at the 19th Annual Deadwood Jam had attended the music festival several years in a row. Many of them had been there for Friday's entertainment, as well -- even though it rained Friday night, and it was still pouring Saturday. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
BHSU professor teaches and plays jazz Sep 14, 2009
Royer saw an ad for a guitar amplifier, got his wife, Teri, in the car with him and headed up the hill from Spearfish to Deadwood. Royer walked into Rausis' apartment leaving his wife in the car while he checked the electronics to make the purchase: "Then 90 minutes later I walked out," he said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
More than $1 million in Vucurevich grants give boost to area organizations Sep 12, 2009
Northern Hills Alliance for Children -- 195,000 over three years to implement a community daycare to expand the number of child-care providers in Deadwood called First Step Children s Center offering care to 60 infants and toddlers in the Lead/Deadwood area. Black Hills Area Community Foundation will act as fiscal sponsor for the project. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Technology might be the answer8:53 pm | (No comments posted.) Sep 12, 2009
The 17 places where the Rounds administration plans to end service altogether are Britton, Howard, Tyndall, Parkston, Salem, Freeman, Canton, Flandreau, Clark, Clear Lake, De Smet, Deadwood, Platte, Philip, Beresford, Mission and Wagner ... Deadwood and Mission have been open four days a month. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
South Dakota closing 17 driver's exam stations Sep 6, 2009
Towns losing their driver's exam stations include Britton, Howard, Tyndall, Parkston, Salem, Freeman, Canton, Flandreau, Clark, Clear Lake, De Smet, Deadwood, Platte, Philip, Beresford, Mission and Wagner, said Cindy Gerber, the state's driver's licensing director. The communities were notified this past week. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Author cancels appearance at Festival of Books Sep 5, 2009
Actor and comedian David Cross has canceled his appearance at the South Dakota Festival of Books, set for Friday, Oct. 2, in Deadwood ... The South Dakota Festival of Books is scheduled for Oct. 2-4 in Deadwood. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
State to close driver's license stations (5476) Sep 5, 2009
Deadwood and Philip are among the communities; sites to close ... As part of a cost-saving restructuring, the driver licensing program will be eliminated in Deadwood, Philip, Mission, Britton Howard, Tyndall, Parkston, Salem, Freeman, Canton, Flandreau, Clark, Clear Lake, De Smet, Platte, Beresford and Wagner ... In Deadwood, renewals were offered once a week, and Tyndall and Wagner twice monthly. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Gambling slows down7:41 pm | (No comments posted.) Sep 5, 2009
But gambling action slowed down this summer in Deadwoods gaming halls and in many of South Dakotas video lottery establishments. July numbers showed betting was down at the poker and blackjack tables in Deadwood and was off by 10 percent or more at the 25-cent, 1, 5, and 25 slot machines in comparison to July 2008 ... Overall, the gross revenue from slots and cards at Deadwoods 139 establishments was down 2. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Lead Opera House director laid off Sep 4, 2009
The project is paid for by grants received from Deadwood Historic Preservation and the State of South Dakota. Winter shows are now possible with the installation of floor heating that will keep the theater warm. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Landowner wins rail dispute Sep 4, 2009
A judge has sided with a landowner in a dispute over railroad right of way from Deadwood to Whitewood in western South Dakota. Landowner Charles Brown argued that the right of way reverted to him when the rail line was abandoned in the 1970s. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
States Veterans Commission looks to reaffirm its existence9:26 am | (No comments posted.) Sep 2, 2009
He is the county veteran services officer in Deadwood. The commission also is looking at mission statements from Kansas, Missouri and Wyoming. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Panel wants to know more about roulette devices9:44 am | (No comments posted.) Sep 1, 2009
Published: Monday, August 31, 2009 9:44 AM CDT PIERRE - Slot machines are legal in Deadwoods gambling halls, but roulette wheels arent ... The roulette devices came to the attention of state gambling regulators when a Deadwood business ordered one for delivery ... Deadwood gambling halls are allowed to have up to 30 slot machines and card tables per building. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
SD men released from jail in co-worker's death (1756) Aug 31, 2009
Forty-nine-year-old Curtis Buchholz Sr. of Loomis, S.D., 26-year-old Curtis Buchholz Jr. of Mitchell, S.D., and 24-year-old Michael Buchholz of Deadwood, S.D., were released from a Gillete jail on Friday. They had been held overnight on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter in the death of 44-year-old Peter Nels Huke of Mitchell, S.D. But, an autopsy later showed Huke died of a heart attack. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Three face manslaughter charges Aug 29, 2009
Michael Buchholz, 24, of Deadwood, S.D., Curtis Buchholz Jr., 26, of Mitchell, S.D., and Curtis Buchholz Sr., 49, of Loomis, S.D., are scheduled to appear in court Friday afternoon. The Buchholzes are charged with involuntary manslaughter in the death of Peter Nels Huke, who was found dead at 6:25 a.m. Thursday at Action Mechanics on Swanson Road, south of Southern Drive, Matheny said. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Football on the airwaves Aug 26, 2009
For Black Hills State fans, Solid Gold Oldies in Deadwood, at 980 AM, will broadcast all Yellow Jacket football games. The station will also split its time between Spearfish, Lead-Deadwood and Sturgis prep games. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Historic group hosting public meeting9:26 am | (No comments posted.) Aug 25, 2009
In the SDPO office, he works with the National Register of Historic Places, certified local governments, historic markers, and the Deadwood Fund Grant Program. The event will start with refreshments and a cash bar. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Town hall meeting to examine health-care reform Aug 24, 2009
"I was, frankly, appalled that our three representatives (in Congress) had no plans to come here to hear our views and clearly state theirs," said Don Atyia of Deadwood, who describes himself as a "right-leaning independent.". Atyia said he supports health care reform but believes the far-reaching plan pushed by Obama to be "a total debacle." He remains frustrated that neither Johnson nor Herseth Sandlin will have a public meeting on health care in western South Dakota, although he is gratified... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Alaska man convicted of murder due back in SD court Aug 22, 2009
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - A convicted killer whose death sentence was overturned by the South Dakota Supreme Court is scheduled to be back in circuit court in Deadwood ... SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - A convicted killer whose death sentence was overturned by the South Dakota Supreme Court is scheduled to be back in circuit court in Deadwood. (Juneau Empire)
Convicted killer due back in S.D. court Aug 21, 2009
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. -- A convicted killer whose death sentence was overturned by the South Dakota Supreme Court is scheduled to be back in circuit court in Deadwood. Lawrence County State's Attorney John Fitzgerald says the purpose of the Sept. 1 hearing for 29-year-old Briley Piper is to lay out a schedule for future hearings. (Sioux City Journal)
Alaskan heads back to court Aug 21, 2009
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. -- A convicted killer whose death sentence was overturned by the South Dakota Supreme Court is scheduled to be back in circuit court in Deadwood. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Murder suspect seeks nullification of death penalty Aug 21, 2009
DEADWOOD -- An attorney for Spearfish murder suspect Shane D. Bell wants 4th Circuit Judge Randall Macy to declare South Dakota's death penalty law unconstitutional ... He has been held in the Lawrence County Jail at Deadwood since his Dec. 21 arrest for allegedly killing his girlfriend, Bobbi McClure. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
GOLF ROUNDUP: ESD shines on first day of West River Invite Aug 21, 2009
RED CLOUD ROLLS AT PRE-REGION: Red Cloud s Montana Sierra won a scorecard playoff over Belle Fourche s Tyler Burr to win the Pre-Region 4A boys golf tournament at Belle Fourche Country Club on a windy Thursday afternoon to lead the Crusaders to a 13-shot win over Lead-Deadwood in the team portion of the event. Red Cloud had a team score of 349 to Lead-Deadwood s 362 ... St. Thomas More s Ryan Schlechter (85), Hot Springs P.J. Wetzel (86), More s Louis Kjerstad (86), and Lead Deadwood s Jordan... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Man pleads guilty in rape of Lead-Deadwood student Aug 19, 2009
DEADWOOD -- Juan Miguel Otero, 22, of Chicago faces up to 65 years in the South Dakota State Penitentiary after pleading guilty Tuesday to rape and possession of child pornography ... Actions stem from incidents involving a Lead-Deadwood High School student between ages 13 and 16 ... Otero will remain in the Lawrence County Jail in Deadwood until his sentencing, which is set for 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 1. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Grueling Primal Quest race begins Aug 15, 2009
By Friday s end, the leading teams were expected to reach the fifth transition area, located just outside Deadwood ... The four teammates were arriving at the Deadwood area on mountain bike ... Today: Leading teams will be around the Lead-Deadwood area, heading to Cheyenne Crossing at Spearfish Canyon. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
'Fun' event good for South Dakota Aug 15, 2009
Imagine that competitors will, according to a Journal story (although the exact route is secret as of yet) pass near Deadwood, Crazy Horse, Old West forts, wild buffalo herds and abandoned gold mines. As the teams follow the challenging course, so do the eyes and ears of thousands of friends and family, and media covering this unusual event. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Smoke vote backers fire back10:09 am | (No comments posted.) Aug 13, 2009
After the law was passed last winter, the four businessmen - Mike Trucano of Deadwood, Mark ONeill of Henry, and Don Rose and Pete Thompson of Sioux Falls - sponsored a petition drive to refer the expanded ban to a statewide vote. Secretary of State Nelson initially declared there were sufficient valid signatures for the referendum to be placed on the November 2010 general ballot. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Cancer society opposes vote on smoking ban9:57 am | (No comments posted.) Aug 12, 2009
Frankenstein represents the four sponsors of the referral petition - Mike Trucano of Deadwood, Mark ONeill of Henry, and Don Rose and Pete Thompson of Sioux Falls - who are seeking a statewide vote in the November 2010 general election. Casey is attempting to block the vote so that the new broader ban can take effect as soon as possible. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Cancer Society seeks intervener status in lawsuit Aug 12, 2009
The Legislature this year passed a law to expand a smoking ban to bars, Deadwood casinos and video lottery establishments effective July 1. Bars and gambling businesses collected signatures to force a public vote in November 2010, but Secretary of State Chris Nelson rejected the petitions on the grounds that there weren't enough valid signatures. (Sioux City Journal)
8/11/2009, 9:57am Where there is smoke Aug 12, 2009
In 2009, the S.D. Legislature passed a law to ban smoking in bars, Deadwood casinos and video lottery establishments ... Until then, its business as usual in bars, Deadwood casinos and video lottery establishments where people can still light up. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Motorcycle accident injures Nebraska man Aug 10, 2009
Self was transported to Deadwood Hospital, according to a news release. Rapid Reply. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Tylers fall leaves Aerosmith tour in doubt Aug 8, 2009
Steve Mcenroe / APAerosmith lead singer Steven Tyler slips into his leather jacket before the start of the Legends Ride, in Deadwood, S.D, on Monday. . (MSNBC -- News)
Aerosmith guitarist says current tour in question Aug 8, 2009
In this Monday, Aug. 3, 2009 photo, Aerosmith lead singer Steven Tyler speaks at a news conference before the start of the Legends Ride, in Deadwood, S.D. Tyler, 61, of Aerosmith suffered head, neck and shoulder injuries in a tumble from the stage at a South Dakota concert and joked about the fall as he was put into the helicopter to be taken to a hospital, a concert spokesman said Thursday. (AP Photo/Steve McEnroe). (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Klaudt loses state Supreme Court appeal Aug 8, 2009
He was sentenced to 44 years in prison for the rape convictions and another 10 years after he pleaded guilty in Deadwood to witness tampering. Klaudt argued in his Supreme Court appeal that the judge in the case had abused his discretion by refusing three of Klaudt's requested jury instructions. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Rally camper dies of apparent heart attack Aug 7, 2009
and her passenger, Ellie Naill, were taken to the hospital following a crash on U.S. Highway 385 south of Deadwood. Miller rear-ended a vehicle stopped in heavy traffic. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Aerosmith's Steven Tyler falls from stage in SD Aug 7, 2009
FILE -- In an Aug. 3, 2009 file photo Aerosmith's lead singer Steven Tyler strikes a pose for fans as he prepares to mount his motorcycle for the annual Legends Ride in Deadwood, S.D. According to the Rapid City Journal, Tyler fell off the stage as the band was performing the song "Love In an Elevator" in Sturgis in western South Dakota Wednesday Aug. 5, 2009. (AP Photo/Steve McEnroe/file). (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Severe weather hits area Aug 5, 2009
Two injury accidents involving car and motorcycle collisions took place at Eighth and St. Patrick streets and at Deadwood Avenue in front of the Windmill Truck Stop. But they were unrelated to the storm, he said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
South Dakota tourism benefiting from soft economy Aug 4, 2009
Deadwood tourism flat. "Gaming has been flat, other than a couple months when we received a lot of snow and the roads were closed," Deadwood Chamber director George Milos said ... Milos said visitor numbers have been solid, but vendors and retailers are noticing the people are not spending as much money as they have in the past when they get to Deadwood. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Sturgis long a favorite locale to tie the knot Aug 3, 2009
Born and raised in Deadwood, Roth is full of ideas to help the bride and groom choose a location for the ceremony - and the honeymoon. She can even provide short-notice photographers and witnesses. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Loud American Roadhouse not worried about smoking ban effect Aug 1, 2009
First Gold Casino in Deadwood is another establishment in the area that has gone smoke-free within the last year. Seven of the 11 gaming rooms at First Gold do not allow smoking, general manager Brad Hemmah said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
The Fives: Shootings, standoffs and stabbings, a week of mayhem in the Hills and beyond Aug 1, 2009
And Pennington County State's Attorney Glenn Brenner summed it up well when he said, "It's a terrible tragedy, what has occurred, but it was an accident.The investigation into what led to a serious speedboat accident on Angostura Reservoir over the Fourth of July weekend continues. The good news here is that it seems that alcohol was not a factor in the accident and that even though one inured person was airlifted to Rapid City Regional Hospital, they have since been released.This week, that... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Court decision would give murderer Briley Piper to put his fate in hands of jury Jul 31, 2009
Piper pleaded guilty later than year, waived a trial on the death penalty and Deadwood Judge Warren Johnson sentenced him to death ... His firm represented Piper in appealing the death sentence, and Binger said he expected new attorneys closer to Deadwood would be appointed to represent Piper for the death sentence trial. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
South Dakota court overturns Alaskan's death sentence Jul 31, 2009
FILE -In this April 17, 2007 file photo, Briley Piper is taken to a hearing in Deadwood, S.D. The South Dakota Supreme Court has overturned the death sentence of Briley Piper of Anchorage, Alaska, one of three men convicted of the March 2000 slaying of a Spearfish man ... G. Johnson of Deadwood sentenced the two to death. (Anchorage Daily News)
S.D. court overturns Alaska man's death sentence Jul 31, 2009
In its decision, the state Supreme Court noted that the judge who sentenced Piper, Circuit Judge Warren G. Johnson of Deadwood, told him that all 12 jurors would have to agree on a sentence if he put his fate in their hands. In fact, Piper would have gotten a mandatory life sentence if even a single juror had decided against death, the court noted. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Smoking ban dispute legal battle amped up9:48 am | (No comments posted.) Jul 30, 2009
Mike Trucano of Deadwood, one of the leaders in the petition drive seeking the statewide vote, filed a sworn statement in state circuit court that opens a new line of argument about why 2,552 signatures were declared invalid by Secretary of State Chris Nelson. State law requires petition circulators to verify before a notary public or other person authorized to administer oaths that all laws were followed in the signature-gathering process. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Gap in process opens way for petition dispute9:39 am | (No comments posted.) Jul 29, 2009
The referendum petitions original four circulators - Mike Trucano of Deadwood, Don Rose and Pete Thompson of Sioux Falls, and Mark ONeill of Henry - are now seeking a court order requiring Nelson to put the ban on the 2010 ballot. Nelson agreed with Stalleys affidavit that 2,552 signatures are on petition pages showing incorrect expiration dates for the public notaries and, therefore, those signatures arent valid. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Rodeo a hit with fans and participants Jul 28, 2009
The 87th rendition of the Deadwood Days of 76 Rodeo drew to a close Saturday night and by virtually all barometers, this year s version was an unqualified success. It really did run smoothly for us this year, Pat Roberts, the longtime rodeo chairman of the event, said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Smoking ban challenge rejected Jul 26, 2009
The Legislature this year passed the measure to ban smoking in bars, Deadwood casinos and video lottery establishments ... Disappointed and frustrated is how Deadwood Gold Dust Gaming casino general manager Tom Nelson described his feelings about rejection of the petitions. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Chutes close on Days of '76 Rodeo Jul 26, 2009
DEADWOOD For rodeo participants, the final day of a rodeo is often about making entry fees and paying travel expenses. Saturday at the Days of 76 Rodeo in Deadwood was no different ... The Deadwood rodeo is special. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
* The plight of the UKs ancient trees Jul 25, 2009
Ancient trees also hollow out: Fungi feed on the deadwood in the heart of the tree and invertebrates such as rare beetles move into the hollows, followed by birds and bats. Three-quarters of our 17 species of bat are known to roost in trees. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
South Dakota cowboys ride to the top Jul 25, 2009
DEADWOOD A couple of South Dakota bronc riders high-lighted Friday night s action at the Days of 76 Rodeo as Joe Gunderson of Agar and Joesy Hauser of Meadow posted the best rides of the performance in bareback and saddle bronc riding, respectively ... Gunderson, who came to Deadwood between stops in Rock Springs, Wyo. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Etbauer success keeps on coming Jul 24, 2009
DEADWOOD The first performance of the 87th annual Days of 76 Rodeo went off without a hitch Thursday night as the summer s hottest day to date turned into a near perfect night for riding and rooting for rollicking good rodeo action ... This is the first time I ve been to Deadwood, said Trell, who is quickly making his own name on the rodeo circuit as evidenced by his selection as the 2008 PRCA rookie of the year. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Whitewood historic building showing its age Jul 24, 2009
Chillers said representatives of the state program and the Deadwood Historic Preservation Commission are interested in seeing the building restored. Chillers said finding a nonprofit organization or group to buy the building and take on the restoration is urgent. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Days of '76 parade gathers young volunteers Jul 24, 2009
DEADWOOD Deadwood s annual trip down memory lane will be highlighted by some younger generations riding floats up the city s historic Main Street ... The parade also features numerous teams of horses, oxen and mules driven by experienced teamsters who bear the expense and effort of bringing their animals to Deadwood for the two days of parades ... Parade: 1:30 p.m., today and 10 a.m. Saturday, through downtown Deadwood, starting and ending at the Days of 76 rodeo arena. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Rodeo: Suhn, Solomon lock up Days of '76 events Jul 23, 2009
and Cory Solomon of Prairie View, Texas, were timed-event winners during Wednesday s competition at the Days of 76 Rodeo in Deadwood ... The rodeo continues today at the Days of 76 rodeo grounds in Deadwood. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Deadwood ponies up $2.9 million to help build convention center Jul 22, 2009
Deadwood ponies up 2 ... DEADWOOD -- The Deadwood City Commission barely blinked Monday when it approved a 2 ... 9 million payment toward the construction of a resort and convention center next to U.S. Highway 85 at the top of Deadwood Hill. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Top talent coming to Days Jul 21, 2009
In a sport where heritage and history are cherished and the past is an integral part of the present, few events better represent rodeo s historic tradition than Deadwood s Days of 76 Rodeo ... What cowboys love about Deadwood, said George Milos, director of the Deadwood Chamber of Commerce, is not only the history of the town, but they love the history of the rodeo arena, the old wooden arena and the wooden chutes. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Gun slingers gather at Cabela's Jul 20, 2009
Club members Shane and Shannon Croft of Deadwood were on hand Saturday to compete with other area gun slingers to determine who the "fastest gun" was. "We won't be shooting at each other face to face, like in the Western movies, but it's the same type of competition," Shane Croft said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Spearfish man accused of murder facing new charge Jul 19, 2009
DEADWOOD, S.D. -- A Spearfish man accused of murdering his girlfriend and trying to kill her sister is facing another charge. In addition to murder and attempted murder, 30-year-old Shane Bell is charged with commission of a felony with a firearm. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
7/16/2009, 9:52am The money or the land Jul 17, 2009
But the discovery of gold changed all that and led to an infusion of miners, settlers and, eventually, communities like Deadwood, Lead and others. The dispute eventually resulted in the 1876 Battle of Little Big Horn and the defeat of George Custer. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
27,000 photographers to "walk" this weekend Jul 16, 2009
So this Saturday, some 27,000 walkers in 914 cities will be out in force, snapping away as they cruise the streets of everywhere from Los Angeles and New York to Eureka Springs, Arkansas; Salmon, Idaho and Deadwood, South Dakota. Local leaders assign photo projects along the way (photographing local sites). (USA Today -- Tech)
SDSU hosting West River Golf Tournament Jul 15, 2009
There will be a putting contest at 11:30 a.m. and the golf tournament is scheduled for a shotgun start at 1 p.m. The banquet and auction will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the First Gold Hotel and Casino in Deadwood. SDSU has reserved a block of rooms at the hotel for that night, so call 1-800-274-1876 to reserve one. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Court: Landowners have railroad right of way title on former proposed Dunrail route Jul 11, 2009
The South Dakota Supreme Court has determined that private landowners along the route of an abandoned railroad between Whitewood and Deadwood own the rail bed ... In the mid-1990's, a development group financed by actor Kevin Costner proposed building a tourist railroad from Rapid City to Deadwood ... A spur line would have to be built from Whitewood to Deadwood to connect to an existing rail line from Rapid City. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
