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Applications now open for Sturgis Hotel BID funding
Published on August 27, 2024
The Hotel BID, funded by a $2 nightly occupancy tax on all hotel and motel rooms in Sturgis, was established by Title 26 to support public events, activities, and district promotions. To meet its goals, the Board focuses its funding on multi-day youth sports events or tournaments, new or enhanced m…
Sturgis faces budget challenges
Published on August 22, 2024
STURGIS - The City of Sturgis is confronting budget challenges that will require a united effort from the mayor, city council, and city staff to successfully overcome.Through review of the city’s finances over the past year it has been discovered that the city’s expenses are outpacing revenues. May…
An open letter from Sturgis Mayor Angela Wilkerson
Published on August 15, 2024
Please see the attached open letter to the citizens of Sturgis from Mayor Wilkerson
Sturgis Rally traffic count up over 2023
Published on August 13, 2024
STURGIS - Traffic entering Sturgis for the 10-day run of the 84th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally was up nearly 3% from a year ago according to the South Dakota Department of Transportation.The DOT reported that the total number of vehicles entering Sturgis from Friday, Aug. 2, to Sunday, Aug. 11, was 470…
City reveals 85th City of Sturgis Motorcycle Rally logo
Published on August 11, 2024
STURGIS – The City of Sturgis has revealed its 85th City of Sturgis Motorcycle Rally event mark which designers say represents the most foundational attributes of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.The designer said the mark is constructed as a badge that the Rally will use for the next five years, and i…
Spirit of Sturgis TT scheduled Aug. 11
Published on August 09, 2024
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – AMA Pro Racing, in collaboration with Øuterkind and the City ofSturgis, is proud to announce a major new event on the 2024 Progressive American FlatTrack schedule: the inaugural Spirit of Sturgis TT.This spectacle of motorcycle sport is scheduled for August 11, 2024, coincidin…
State’s oldest resident loves the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Published on August 05, 2024
STURGIS - Hazel Baumberger believes the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally has the staying power to make it to its 100th anniversary.Baumberger knows a thing or two about longevity. The Pierre woman, who is 108 years old, is the oldest living South Dakotan.And she loves the Rally.“I like the noise and most o…
Temporary traffic devices and speed reductions to be in place during Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Published on July 31, 2024
STURGIS - Due to the increased traffic volumes expected during the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) will activate temporary traffic signals at the following locations:S.D. Highway 34/79 and Nellie AvenueS.D. Highway 34/79 and Ft. Meade main entr…
Bachand to be honored on Military Appreciation Day
Published on July 30, 2024
STURGIS - Mike Bachand has led a varied and accomplished life as a military veteran, businessman, rancher, husband, father, grandfather, and city council member.This year, he is being honored for his many contributions to his country and community during Military Appreciation Day at the 84th City o…
Countdown begins for 84th Sturgis Rally
Published on July 26, 2024
STURGIS – The 84th City of Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is just a week away and preparations are well underway for this year’s Rally. A new premiere event has been added to the lineup this year that will continue the city’s legacy of motorcycle racing that dates back to 1938. The inaugural Spirit of St…