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Deadwood taps into its long-lost Chinese history

June 12, 2013 in The Daily Republic

Census figures show that 221 Chinese people lived in Lawrence County more than a century ago, though some historians estimate that more than 400 Chinese people lived in Deadwood’s Chinatown alone. Continue Reading

Bighorns to be introduced in northern Black Hills

June 11, 2013 in The Daily Republic

DEADWOOD (AP) South Dakota wildlife officials plan to introduce up to 40 bighorn sheep in the Grizzly Gulch area near Lead and Deadwood in the northern Black Hills early next year.
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Colford, Peterson win titles in Deadwood marathon

June 3, 2013 in The Daily Republic

The event drew nearly 2,000 runners in the marathon, half-marathon and marathon relay.
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Deadwood gaming numbers down in April

May 31, 2013 in The Daily Republic

DEADWOOD (AP) Revenue from gaming in Deadwood is down for the third month in a row.
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Deadwood to try free parking trial this summer

May 29, 2013 in The Daily Republic

The Deadwood Business Club advocates free parking because members believe it will attract more visitors, and also will give employees a break. Continue Reading

Deadwood museum opening marred by wagon crash

May 28, 2013 in The Daily Republic

4 taken to hospital after spooked horse causes accident.
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Gold Dust Casino to reopen in Deadwood this summer

May 21, 2013 in The Daily Republic

A new group of investors wants to make significant renovations to the property that covers half a city block and create between 50 and 75 jobs. Continue Reading

2 families battling over Deadwood burial plot

April 18, 2013 in The Daily Republic

DEADWOOD (AP) Two families are battling over a burial plot in a Deadwood cemetery and the City Commission is caught in between.
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Two former SD lawmakers elected as cities’ mayors

April 18, 2013 in The Daily Republic

LEAD (AP) Two former state lawmakers have been elected as mayors of the northern Black Hills cities of Lead and Deadwood.
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Five Deadwood casinos up for sale

April 15, 2013 in The Daily Republic

Deadwood’s gambling industry brought in more than $1.1 billion in gaming revenue last year, but some buildings on Main Street now have fallen silent.
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