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Galena: The Ghost Town that Refuses to Die

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Galena, South Dakota, a historic mining town nestled in the Black Hills, is often considered a ghost town but is far from being completely abandoned. Thanks to the dedication of its residents and the preservation efforts of the Historical Society, Galena is truly a "ghost town that refuses to die."

Aired: 09/23/25 | Expires: 10/05/28

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Sandy Rhoden: South Dakota Rising

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Vanished South Dakota: Ardmore

Ardmore was located in Fall River County.

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Vanished South Dakota: Crandall

Crandall was located in Day County.

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Vanished South Dakota: Cascade

Cascade was located in Fall River County.

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Vanished South Dakota: Okobojo

Okobojo was located in Sully County.

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SDPB Documentaries

Vanished South Dakota: Miscol-Lightcap

Miscol and Lightcap were located in Corson County.

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SDPB Documentaries

Vanished South Dakota: DeVoe

DeVoe was located in Faulk County.

Clip: 0:36

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Vanished South Dakota: Putney

Putney was located in Brown County.

Clip: 1:13

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Vanished South Dakota: James

James was located in Brown county.

Clip: 2:49