# black hill (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover black hill. Page: Feed: --- ## [Solutions-based programs filling resource gaps in schools](https://www.sdnewswatch.org/south-dakota-school-resources-promising-futures-fund/) _2026-08-21 · Elena Tittel · South Dakota News Watch_ South Dakota efforts that help disadvantaged students provide support for districts with high poverty rates. ## [Fact brief: Are there maternity care deserts in South Dakota?](https://www.sdnewswatch.org/fact-brief-south-dakota-maternity-care-deserts/) _2026-08-20 · Emily DeCock · South Dakota News Watch_ Regions with no obstetric clinicians or birthing facilities are most prominent in the Midwest and South. ## [CUPs: What they are, why Crooks residents sued Sioux Falls](https://www.sdnewswatch.org/south-dakota-smithfield-crooks-sioux-falls-lawsuit/) _2026-08-19 · Molly Wetsch · South Dakota News Watch_ The lawsuit over a conditional use permit reflects a longstanding tension between residents, often of rural areas, and those who make decisions about how the land around them gets used. ## [Fact brief: Did a recent poll specifically ask South Dakotans whether they approve of Trump?](https://www.sdnewswatch.org/fact-brief-south-dakota-poll-trump-approval/) _2026-08-18 · Michael Klinski · South Dakota News Watch_ A check of recent reports on the president's popularity. ## [South Dakota voter guide](https://www.sdnewswatch.org/south-dakota-voter-guide-primary-general-election/) _2026-08-18 · Molly Wetsch · South Dakota News Watch_ Everything to know about registering and voting in statewide elections, and who and what are on the ballot. ## [SD taxpayers spend millions on cyberattacks after federal grant rejected](https://www.sdnewswatch.org/south-dakota-cyberattacks-government-spending/) _2026-08-17 · Bart Pfankuch · South Dakota News Watch_ Recent security hacks on local governments in South Dakota are latest of more than 1,000 in the state over past five years. ## [Sturgis 2026 Final Days Deliver Hall of Fame Glory & Big Crowds](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/sturgis-2026-final-days-deliver-hall) _2026-08-16 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ Media recap of the 86th Annual Rally’s closing stretch: inductees, concerts, traffic counts, tourism boost & weather shifts ## [Special education federal shift: commitment remains, but future is unclear](https://www.sdnewswatch.org/south-dakota-special-education-federal-shift-civil-rights/) _2026-08-14 · Elena Tittel · South Dakota News Watch_ A recent federal shift in special education oversight raises uncertainty in future handling of civil cases involving discrimination based on disability. ## [Job Corps program in Black Hills open and fully funded](https://www.sdnewswatch.org/south-dakota-job-corps-nemo-government-funding/) _2026-08-13 · Bart Pfankuch · South Dakota News Watch_ The job-training facility for low-income youths and young adults at Nemo was under threat of closure by the Trump administration for nearly a year. ## [Fact brief: Is it legal to wear only body paint as clothing at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally?](https://www.sdnewswatch.org/south-dakota-fact-brief-body-paint-sturgis-rally/) _2026-08-13 · Emily DeCock · South Dakota News Watch_ The rally started Aug. 7 and runs through Aug. 16 in the Black Hills town. ## [Stay updated on your professional world (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OBtCeN2oyq7Q) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Keep in touch with people you know, build your career. ## [Sturgis 2026 Halfway Report: Yungblud Rides In on a Harley as Legends Rock the Stages](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/sturgis-2026-halfway-report-yungblud) _2026-08-13 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ Bigger crowds than expected, stacked concerts, and the real story midway through the 86th Rally. ## [Ahlers announces lt. gov. pick, finalizing November ballot for SD Democrats](https://www.sdnewswatch.org/south-dakota-ahlers-mccleery-governor-democrats/) _2026-08-12 · Molly Wetsch · South Dakota News Watch_ Steven McCleerey is a farmer and former legislator from Sisseton seeking the Democratic office of lieutenant governor for Ahlers. ## ['A new canvas:' Freeman Academy enters transitional period](https://www.sdnewswatch.org/south-dakota-freeman-academy-transition-private-school/) _2026-08-12 · Elena Tittel · South Dakota News Watch_ After over 120 years of serving the Freeman community, the private school is closing its doors to students and entering a transitional period. ## [Killed in Action in Jordan, Carried Home with Honor: Patriot Guard Riders Escorting PFC Isabella Gonzales](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/killed-in-action-in-jordan-carried) _2026-08-02 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ A Patriot Guard Rider’s firsthand account of the pride, grief, and unbreakable honor that carried a fallen Texas hero from the tarmac to her final resting place. ## [The Light of Night](https://southdakotamagazine.com/2026/07/31/the-light-of-night/) _2026-07-31 · john · SouthDakotaMagazine.com_ Can we save South Dakota’s dark skies? ## [Singing the Blues in the Black Hills](https://southdakotamagazine.com/2026/07/31/singing-the-blues-in-the-black-hills/) _2026-07-31 · john · SouthDakotaMagazine.com_ Bobby Joe Holman has been to music’s proverbial mountaintop, and he believes he found its peak in South Dakota. ## [Yankton’s Downtown Strip](https://southdakotamagazine.com/2026/07/31/yanktons-downtown-strip/) _2026-07-31 · john · SouthDakotaMagazine.com_ Yankton’s strip along the river has become a destination, and now the mall is re-opening. Is the town big enough for both? ## [Desperado Motorcycles Liquidation Auction: 33 Years of Hand-Built American Customs End This Weekend](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/desperado-motorcycles-liquidation) _2026-07-24 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ Bidding Closes Sunday at Noon – Own a Piece of Texas Chopper History from Master Builder Jeff Nicklus ## [Harley-Davidson Q2 2026 Earnings: North American Strength Drives Raised Full-Year Guidance](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/harley-davidson-q2-2026-earnings) _2026-07-23 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ Solid Retail Momentum, Dealer Discipline, and Strategic Progress Signal a Positive Turn for the Iconic Motorcycle Brand ## [Harley-Davidson Ignites the 86th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally with an action-packed schedule to ride](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/harley-davidson-ignites-the-86th) _2026-07-21 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ Get ready to ride into history — epic demos, Black Hills adventures, and unforgettable celebrations await in Sturgis 2026. ## [Play Both Sides Of The Lie (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/LaixASrhc7Ed) _2026-07-21 · **Sponsored**_ Two operatives, one manufactured war — uncover the Complete Truth after both campaigns. ## [Weekend Roundup!](https://southdakotamagazine.com/2026/07/17/weekend-roundup/) _2026-07-17 · Hannah Schaefer · SouthDakotaMagazine.com_ Three ways to spend your weekend in South Dakota. ## [A Celebration of South Dakota’s Diverse Cultures](https://southdakotamagazine.com/2026/07/16/a-celebration-of-south-dakotas-diverse-cultures/) _2026-07-16 · Stori Westphal · SouthDakotaMagazine.com_ The 605 Unity Jam in Wagner was a vibrant celebration of the cultures that make South Dakota unique. From music and dancing to community and friendship, our staff enjoyed capturing the spirit of the day. Browse the slideshow to see highlights from this unforgettable event. ## [Harley-Davidson Deadwood Motorcycle Debuts: Raw Post-War Bobber Style Meets Modern Cruiser Performance](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/harley-davidson-deadwood-motorcycle) _2026-07-14 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ The new black sheep of the Black Hills channels post-WWII garage builds, Sturgis rebellion, and Old West spirit in a strikingly dark, slammed package. ## [A Celebration of the Arts](https://southdakotamagazine.com/2026/07/13/a-celebration-of-the-arts/) _2026-07-13 · john · SouthDakotaMagazine.com_ Our July/August issue is out, and it’s packed with stories that celebrate our vibrant arts culture. Written in collaboration with Arts South Dakota and the South Dakota Arts Council, this 148-page issue also serves as our annual South Dakota Arts Journal. Here’s some of what you’ll read inside: Subscribe online or call (800) 456-5117 \[…\] ## [Weekend Roundup! Three Ways to Spend Your Weekend in South Dakota](https://southdakotamagazine.com/2026/07/10/weekend-roundup-three-ways-to-spend-your-weekend-in-south-dakota/) _2026-07-10 · john · SouthDakotaMagazine.com_ 1. Rooted: A Prairie Arts Weekend (July 10–12, Geddes) Head to the Missouri River region for this three-day celebration of art, music and place. Authentic Arts 605 in Geddes is hosting original art, workshops, demonstrations, wellness experiences, heritage stories, live music, food and prairie-inspired gathering spaces. A perfect weekend for slowing down and soaking in the landscape. \[…\] ## [Goodbye Cycle World: 64 Years of Motorcycle History Ends Abruptly](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/goodbye-cycle-world-64-years-of-motorcycle) _2026-07-09 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ No farewell issue. No grand sendoff. Just a sudden shutdown by its fintech owner. The inside story of how one of motorcycling’s biggest names disappeared. ## [High Road vs. Playground Tactics: Why Indian’s Attacks on Harley-Davidson Are Backfiring](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/high-road-vs-playground-tactics-why) _2026-06-16 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ While Indian spotlights its rival, Artie Starrs is quietly winning hearts, restoring pride, and earning respect — proving class and competence may be the smarter strategy. ## [Black Hills in Bloom](https://southdakotamagazine.com/2026/06/15/black-hills-in-bloom/) _2026-06-15 · john · SouthDakotaMagazine.com_ Black Hills wildflowers are bursting with color. Spearfish photographer John Mitchell captured this gallery over the weekend. ## [Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2026 Grand Marshal Tim Duffy: A Lifetime of Service, Brotherhood, and Wind Therapy](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/sturgis-motorcycle-rally-2026-grand) _2026-06-02 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ From the ashes of 9/11 to the open roads of the Black Hills—meet the man leading the 86th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and discover why this bucket-list moment means so much more than just the ride. ## [Tragedy and Triumph at the 2026 Isle of Man TT: Honoring a Rider's Legacy While Celebrating Racing Excellence](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/tragedy-and-triumph-at-the-2026-isle) _2026-05-31 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ The Mountain Course demands respect—recent qualifying losses and special edition machines remind us why. ## [Follow Releases, Get Reminders (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/e7kTOPGZcLwC) _2026-05-31 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a genre or a name and receive reminders on release day — free. ## [Dakota’s Doolittle Raiders](https://southdakotamagazine.com/2026/05/29/dakotas-doolittle-raiders/) _2026-05-29 · john · SouthDakotaMagazine.com_ Tracing the paths of two South Dakota war heroes ## [Yes, We Pe-Can](https://southdakotamagazine.com/2026/05/29/yes-we-pe-can/) _2026-05-29 · john · SouthDakotaMagazine.com_ Nut trees can flourish in a sliver of South Dakota, but will their growers ever be more than hobbyists? ## [Harley-Davidson 2025 Annual Report: Sales Dip, New CEO, and What It Means for Riders and Investors](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/harley-davidson-2025-annual-report) _2026-05-07 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ A challenging year with lower revenue and shipments—but cost cuts, fresh leadership, and 2026 models signal a potential turnaround. Here’s the easy-to-read breakdown. ## [Harley-Davidson Sprint 2027: Why the Sub-$6,000 Dream Fell Short – But This Could Still Be Your Ticket In](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/harley-davidson-sprint-2027-why-the) _2026-05-06 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ New CEO’s “Back to the Bricks” plan brings back the Sprint on a made-in-India X440 platform — targeting younger riders with a bike under $10,000. ## [Harley-Davidson’s “Back to the Bricks” Plan: A Fresh Ride Toward Profit and Passion](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/harley-davidsons-back-to-the-bricks) _2026-05-05 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ Q1 2026 earnings delivered some bumps in the road, but the new multi-year strategy promises stronger dealer profits, better bikes, and real growth for everyday riders and smart investors alike. ## [Indian Motorcycle Builds US Momentum Under Mike Kennedy — Harley-Davidson Hosts Historic Arabian Nights in Saudi Arabia](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/indian-motorcycle-builds-us-momentum) _2026-04-30 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ Indian gains ground with hands-on leadership visits, new manufacturing focus, and Scout Sixty rentals — as over 300 Gulf riders celebrate the Kingdom’s first culturally immersive Harley Nights. ## [Ducati 2026 Update: Desmo450 MX Desert Win, New Models in Showrooms & 100th Anniversary Momentum](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/ducati-2026-update-desmo450-mx-desert) _2026-04-21 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ Off-road victory, 2026 street bike rollouts, centenary celebrations, plus key Harley and BMW news from the past two weeks – essential updates for dealers and riders. ## [Harley-Davidson Financial Services Just Leveled Up: The 2026 Investor Presentation Every Rider Needs to See](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/harley-davidson-financial-services) _2026-04-16 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ 18% ROE, 71% U.S. market share, and a billion-dollar dividend back to the Mothership — here’s exactly what the big HDFS shake-up means for your next Harley loan, your dealer, and the entire two-wheel ## [Harley-Davidson Ends Annual Homecoming Festival – What This Means for Riders and the 125th Anniversary Blowout in 2028](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/harley-davidson-ends-annual-homecoming) _2026-04-13 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ From One Big Bash to Smarter Local Rides — A Refreshing Shift Riders Might Actually Love ## [Harley-Davidson Ignites a New Era with the Launch of RIDE](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/harley-davidson-ignites-a-new-era) _2026-04-09 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ A Fresh Brand Platform Rooted in Over a Century of Freedom ## [2026 Motorcycle Updates: Isle of Man TT Riders Confirmed, Ducati Centenario Teaser & More Big Reveals](https://2wheelmedia.substack.com/p/2026-motorcycle-updates-isle-of-man) _2026-03-20 · 2 Wheel Media · ~ 2 Wheel Media ~_ TT stars Evans and Jordan return, Ducati's 100th-anniversary Superleggera tease, rare Suzuki Katana edition, Morbidelli US launch, CFMoto grabs Kalex. ## [Happy New Year 2026 !!](https://lens.exploringentropy.com/happy-new-year-2026/) _2026-01-01 · lens · Exploring Entropy through Lens_ Its been a while since I got to come back here for a post. I love sharing stories of my little adventures, trying to capture the beauty around us through my view. But I do have more things I can handle right now and I am doing my best to work through them. 2025 was a hard year with its own challenges, lessons learnt, good and bad experiences, but in the end, its behind me now. What matters is what… ## [Throwback Thursday 004](https://lens.exploringentropy.com/throwback-thursday-004/) _2025-11-14 · lens · Exploring Entropy through Lens_ I want to share some of my pictures from the most happening city in the world, New York City. This picture was my first ever attempt at Image Stitching technique. It came out so well, that I think so far only I was able to tell where the stitching didn’t go well. During this trip to NYC, I went there with my friends during my masters. It was technically my first ever trip to NYC, sightseeing. We… ## [Throwback Thursday 003](https://lens.exploringentropy.com/throwback-thursday-003/) _2025-11-06 · lens · Exploring Entropy through Lens_ This story is about the time when I went chasing the Moon. This was an adventure to capture. I put on my telephoto lens on APS-C camera, which give me long focal length, pointed it towards the moon, changed the aperture around, and voila, I could suddenly see the Moon clearly on my camera screen. This was a random experiment from the balcony of my apartment. That’s when I decided, I am going to… ## [Rise and Fall of the Colors - Part 2](https://lens.exploringentropy.com/rise-and-fall-of-the-colors-part-2/) _2025-11-06 · lens · Exploring Entropy through Lens_ Well this series is about a year late, but at least its on time for the season. After the wonder sunrise shots I got with the gold and red at its peak, I notice some people chilling on the lake. So I got some ground shots with these majestic colors in the background. Here are a few pictures from people chilling on the lake. These shots were taken from a telephoto lens, so it was a little hard for… ## [Throwback Thursday 002](https://lens.exploringentropy.com/throwback-thursday-002/) _2025-10-30 · lens · Exploring Entropy through Lens_ This post is about the time I visited the grand canyon of the east - “Letchworth State Park” in New York. I was super into taking pictures of waterfalls and surprisingly most of the state parks in NY are full of them. I visited this park in 2017 with a group of friends I worked with. The fall season was just starting and I could already see the orange and the gold covering the canyon. The park had… ## [Throwback Thursday 001](https://lens.exploringentropy.com/throwback-thursday-001/) _2025-10-24 · lens · Exploring Entropy through Lens_ Its about time I come back to my photoblog. I have been wanting to get back to blogging more often, but life got it in the way and I made too many excuses. I was browsing through the Discover page and came across another photoblog, and it was beautiful. I got a lot of inspiration from that blog (Take a look here Jedda's Blog ). One thing I thought is low friction is to go through all of my… ## [Rise and Fall of the Colors - Part 1](https://lens.exploringentropy.com/rise-and-fall-of-the-colors-part-1/) _2024-11-15 · lens · Exploring Entropy through Lens_ Alright, its been a while but I have had a busy couple of weeks and I finally got back to process the pictures I captured 2 weeks ago. It was the peak of the Fall, and there was a lot of Fall action going on here. I captured too many pictures in different formats and I don’t want to bombard one post with all of them. First, as always, I drove to Black hill state park. It was flooded with amazing… ## [An Ode to the Benches](https://lens.exploringentropy.com/an-ode-to-the-benches/) _2024-10-17 · lens · Exploring Entropy through Lens_ On today’s adventure, I get lost in the woods. Now, its not like it was a tricky trail or something, I just got absent minded and forgot which way I came in. There is a reason why I was so distracted, and you will see why. The fall foliage is taking its sweet time getting here. I was walking around in the Black Hill State park, and I weirdly enough, I kept looking at these benches on the trail. I… ## [Wandering through the macro world](https://lens.exploringentropy.com/wandering-through-the-macro-world/) _2024-10-09 · lens · Exploring Entropy through Lens_ The overcast continues and it’s been over a week since I last saw sun. Either way, plan is to get out and shoot. Last night, while I was walking around the apartment, I saw small mushrooms buds growing around the trails. Thought this might be interesting and today I ventured out to look at the little world. First stop, was those exact mushrooms. Now its in a pretty wide open park behind some…