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VIEWPOINT | Reauthorize parks upkeep funding to maintain tourism jobs, economic benefits

Guest column by Bob Deelstra

Aug 17, 2026
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For many years, we’ve welcomed families into Pleasureland RV from across the country, these travelers are looking for the same thing: a chance to unplug, enjoy the outdoors and make memories while visiting federal public land in South Dakota.

Tourism is one of the engines that drive South Dakota’s economy; these public lands, like Mount Rushmore, have a storied past and bring visitors to South Dakota from all over the world.

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SCOUTING REPORT | Selling bikes, Sturgis camping, ballot skeptics, award-winning ice

SCOUTING REPORT | Selling bikes, Sturgis camping, ballot skeptics, award-winning ice

Jonathan Ellis
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Aug 16
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