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Clydesdales coming to Sturgis for 85th Rally


STURGIS – The iconic Budweiser Clydesdales are coming to Sturgis this year. The Clydesdales, an enduring symbol of the brewer’s heritage, tradition and commitment to quality, will appear at the opening ceremonies of the 85th City of Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, and again during Military Appreciation D…

Countdown on for 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally


STURGIS – The countdown is on for the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, and the City of Sturgis is proud to welcome riders from across the globe.Held August 1–10, the 2025 Rally is shaping up to be the most thrilling in its 85-year history. It continues to be a celebration of the culture, community, a…

City of Sturgis honors officers and citizen with awards


STURGIS – At the July 7 Sturgis City Council meeting, Sturgis Police Chief Geody VanDewater recognized several members of the community for their extraordinary actions during a recent traffic emergency that unfolded at the intersection of Exit 32 and Junction Avenue.VanDewater honored Officer Teal …

Gloria Tramontin Struck named Grand Marshal of the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally


STURGIS – The City of Sturgis is proud to announce that Gloria Tramontin Struck will serve as Grand Marshal of the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.This announcement comes on a special day for Gloria – today, July 7, 2025, is her 100th birthday.Gloria is a living legend and one of the most respected f…

City of Sturgis shares fireworks info for the 4th of July holiday


STURGIS – Fireworks season is almost here, and the City of Sturgis wants to remind everyone to enjoy the celebrations safely and responsibly.“Fireworks are a fun tradition, but they also come with responsibility,” said Sturgis Volunteer Fire Department Chief Scott Lensegrav. “We want everyone to en…

First Sturgis Music on Main event is June 11


The Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau is taking on the Sturgis Music on Main series, and the group’s executive director said they couldn’t be more thrilled about it.“This event has been such a well-loved tradition in our community; our chamber team and Board of Directors is loo…

City of Sturgis seeks residents to serve on Ordinance Advisory Committee


STURGIS  – The City of Sturgis is inviting residents to apply for appointment to a newly established Municipal Ordinance Advisory Committee, a standing advisory group tasked with reviewing and recommending improvements to the city’s municipal code.The Sturgis City Council recently adopted a resolut…

Schillig brings nearly 30 years of experience as new Sturgis Ambulance Service Director


STURGIS — With nearly three decades of service in emergency medical care, including experience in 30 states and Canada, Aden Schillig’s mission has never changed: help people — and help others do the same.Now, he brings that mission to Sturgis.A native of Dresden, Kan., Schillig has always felt the…

City seeks non-profits to work Rally photo tower


STURGIS - The City of Sturgis has an opportunity this year for local non-profits to earn money while having fun.  The city needs groups to host the photo tower near the intersection of Junction Avenue and Main Street during the week of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.Groups have the opportunity to hos…

Sturgis Community Center needs lifeguards


STURGIS – The Sturgis Community Center is in need of certified lifeguards.Each year in order to staff for pool hours and for swimming lessons the Community Center needs about 10 lifeguards. Currently they only have five lifeguards, said Sturgis Community Center Director Rod Heikes. If you have an i…

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