Clear Lake & Deuel County, South Dakota

Saddle up and grab a patch of prairie at America’s most natural rodeo bowl — the legendary Crystal Springs Rodeo.

In 2020, we visited the community of Clear Lake, South Dakota, and learned more about a unique potluck cooked over an open fire.

As the use of AI grows across the nation, South Dakota is beginning to catch the eye of AI data center projects. One was recently talked about at a Deuel County Commission meeting.

The Public Utilities Commission is approving a major new wind energy project in northeast South Dakota.

The SDPB production team is excited to announce the seven communities that will be featured on the 28th season of Dakota Life.

A Chicago-based company applied to build over 60 wind turbines in Deuel County.

It's a challenge to keep small businesses alive. But some small town bakeries can help define a place while offering sweet treats along the way.

Rural nursing homes are closing at a fast rate. And as they do, entire communities feel the loss. This story is part of South Dakota Focus: The Uncertain Future of Nursing Homes.

In Deuel County, the shutdown of Clear Lake’s nursing home has made some people angry. They blame state lawmakers and the Good Samaritan Society. In some ways, the loss is even stronger because of the community’s long history with the organization.

Permits for two Deuel County wind projects have been restored by the South Dakota Supreme Court.The Deuel County Board of Adjustment unanimously voted to…