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South Dakota's Great Faces: Peter Norbeck

DD, Mar 10, 2010 10:33

South Dakota recognizes Peter Norbeck as one of South Dakota’s Great Faces because of his dedication and commitment to the state’s tourism industry. Norbeck was South Dakota’s ninth governor and long-time public official.

Deadwood Launches Blackjack Texting Promotion

DD, Mar 08, 2010 04:33

Mobile phone users can now text in to play blackjack and win prizes from the Deadwood Chamber and Visitors Bureau.

South Dakota's Great Faces: George Hunter

DD, Mar 03, 2010 11:04

George Robert Hunter of Deadwood was a prominent businessman his entire life, and his support and contributions to two major landmarks in South Dakota also make him one of South Dakota's Great Faces.

Mount Rushmore Develops Action Plan to Address Mountain Pine Beetle Infestation

DD, Mar 01, 2010 08:14

Mount Rushmore National Memorial has assembled a Naitonal Park Service Rapid Resource Assessment Team to create an action plan to address the Mountain Pine Beetle epidemic that is causing ponderosa pine mortality throughout the Black Hills.

South Dakota's Great Faces: Clarence Jurisch

DD, Feb 25, 2010 11:17

Clarence Jurisch was born and raised in Southwestern South Dakota, and always had an affinity for the Badlands.

Prairie Berry Winery Wins International Award

DD, Feb 23, 2010 02:06

"...South Dakota. On the wine map, it might as well be Siberia."

South Dakota's Great Faces: Bud and Doris Livermore

DD, Feb 18, 2010 01:45

Bud and Doris Livermore of Fort Pierre were among the organizers of the official South Dakota Hall of Fame.

Sioux Falls Guest House Inn and Suites Joins Guest House International

DD, Feb 12, 2010 12:00

BOOMERANG HOTELS announces the opening of the Guest House Inn and Suites, Sioux Falls, SD (formerly Kelly Inn).

South Dakota's Great Faces: Oscar Micheaux

DD, Feb 10, 2010 08:50

Oscar Micheaux was one of the first African American filmmakers in the United States, and one of the first African American settlers in South Dakota.

Explore Small-Town USA

DD, Feb 08, 2010 03:15

South Dakota’s Great Faces: John Gutzon Borglum

DD, Feb 03, 2010 08:19

Gutzon Borglum (John Gutzon Borglum) is most notably known in South Dakota as the man who directed the carving of Mount Rushmore National Memorial. While making his mark both on South Dakota history and the visitor industry, he was known for other artistic works as well.

2010 Visitor Industry Luncheon to Feature Harley-Davidson Executive

DD, Feb 02, 2010 11:40

The annual Sioux Falls CVB luncheon will feature nationally recognized Harley-Davidson Senior Vice President and Global Chief Marketing Officer, Mark-Hans Richer.

South Dakota Art Museum hosts quilt trunk show

DD, Feb 02, 2010 11:34

Members of the Brookings Area Quilter’s Guild will present a quilt trunk show, Saturday, Feb. 13, at 1 p.m. at the South Dakota Art Museum.

JazzFest 2010 Adds 5K Run and Fun Walk

DD, Feb 02, 2010 11:27

WHAT: JazzFest 5K run/1 mile fun walk
WHEN: Saturday, July 17th at 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: Yankton Trail Park, Sioux Falls, SD

Valentine's Classic To Be Held Next Weekend

DD, Jan 28, 2010 01:10

Dakota Spirit is hosting the 9th Annual Valentine’s Classic on February 6 and 7, 2010 at the Sioux Falls Arena. This two-day event will host over 160 of the top cheer and dance teams from the region.

Center of the Nation All Car Rally

DD, Jan 27, 2010 08:15

Plan now for a trip to the Center of the Nation's All Car Rally, held June 18-19, 2010!

Tourism Launches New Online Co-op Program

DD, Jan 25, 2010 09:06

The South Dakota Digital Revolution, a new co-op program, is now available to both large and small businesses in the visitor industry. The center of a revamped Tourism Web site, the Digital Revolution aims to benefit visitors to South Dakota through cross-linking features, which automatically suggest additional attractions, based on what the visitor has already viewed.

Top Tourism Leaders Recognized by Gov. Rounds

DD, Jan 22, 2010 08:32

Gov. Mike Rounds and the South Dakota Office of Tourism presented awards to top visitor industry leaders Thursday evening at the 2010 Governor’s Conference on Tourism in Pierre.

South Dakota Bucks National Trend: Visitor Numbers Up

DD, Jan 22, 2010 08:00

South Dakota had a record number of visitors in 2009, according to a Global Insight study released Thursday evening at the 2010 annual Governor’s Conference on Tourism in Pierre.

Tourism Advisory Board Elects Officers

DD, Jan 19, 2010 03:43

PIERRE, S.D. – The Governor’s Tourism Advisory Board has elected new officers for the coming year.

Frank Smith of Gettysburg was elected board president during a meeting today in Pierre. Jim Schade (SHAY’-dee) of Volga was elected vice president/president elect.