South Dakota History
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The Miami-born, Cuban American musician, who died Dec. 8, played music that embraced Latin rhythms, roots, rock 'n' roll, and country. Originally broadcast in 1995.
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Gehry, who died Dec. 5, designed the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, and the Disney Concert Hall in LA. His work has been likened to sculptures rather than buildings. Originally broadcast in 2004.
More Arts & Life stories
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The arrival of wintry temperatures serve as a reminder that unhoused populations need potentially life-saving support.
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The Veterans Wildland Fuel Module works to mitigate the risk of wildfires in Rapid City and the surrounding community, while also creating career pathways for veterans.
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In this 2002 Dakota Life story, SDPB examines the works of Tony Chytka, a bronze sculptor from Belle Fourche.
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This summer, some undergraduate students at SD Mines are foregoing the traditional summer vacation to attend a 10-week summer research program that integrates ceramics with science.
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Speaker of the House Jon Hansen is the first to announce in the 2026 governor's race. We get analysis from our Dakota Political Junkies and hear from the candidate himself.
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Turner County is breaking ground on a new courthouse, replacing the historic courthouse that had been in place since 1902.
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The South Dakota Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, or ELCA, is reelecting its leader to another term.
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The Independence Day Celebration Parade in downtown Sioux Falls is cancelled this year.
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As thousands climb to the peak of Crazy Horse for the first Volksmarch of 2025, changes are looming at the world’s largest mountain carving.
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Bethany Brookshire, author of "Pests," discusses the definition of a pest and why elephants qualify. Plus, the pests of South Dakota: Beavers, coyotes and prairie dogs.
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An ornithologist discusses the birds that sweeten South Dakota's skies with song. He shares his favorite chirps and also explores how birds are adapting to hotter winters.
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The 28th Annual Festival of Cultures is made possible by the LSS Multi-Cultural Center, and it features all-day live entertainment, vendor booths, food trucks and activities.