Belle Fourche, it is my turn in the hot seat. I am joined by Kristal Steeves, current Ward 1 Councilwoman, and we flip the script on the Black Hills Insider Podcast.

You hear why I am running for Ward 2 City Council, what my ties to Belle Fourche look like, and what experience I bring from years of working in business, finance, real estate, and community leadership. We also talk about the kind of representative I plan to be: steady, accessible, and focused on the basics that actually impact daily life.

If you live in Ward 2, or you just care about where Belle Fourche is headed, this episode is for you and don't forget to turn out and cast your vote April 7th, 2026 from 7am-7pm at the Community Hall across the street from City Hall!

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What happens when a world traveler puts down roots in a small town and builds something entirely her own?

In this episode of The Black Hills Insider, I sit down with MiKayla Boswell, owner and solo barber behind Beards and Shears. MiKayla has lived all over the world, most recently in Texas, before choosing the Black Hills as home for herself, her two boys, and her business.

We talk about what it really looks like to run a one woman barbershop, the leap of faith it takes to open your own doors, and why community involvement matters just as much as skill behind the chair. MiKayla also shares her experience serving on the Chamber board, relocating her shop from Belle Fourche to Spearfish, and balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship.

This episode is full of laughs, honest conversation, behind the scenes barber stories, and real talk about choosing small town life with intention.

If you love stories about local business owners, community builders, and people who took the long road to find home, this one is for you.

Don't forget to mention this podcast for 15% off your next services with MiKayla!

Find MiKayla online

Book an appointment: https://www.vagaro.com/beardsandshears/book-now

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076900838726

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beardsandshearsllc/

The Black Hills are more than scenic views and tourist stops. Beneath the pines are stories many people never hear.

In this episode of Black Hills Insider, I sit down with Levi, the voice behind History Below The Pines, a local project dedicated to uncovering forgotten, overlooked, and sometimes uncomfortable Black Hills history.

We talk about how History Below The Pines started, why Black Hills history hits differently than anywhere else, and how legends, lore, and real events often intertwine. Levi shares what he’s uncovered through deep research, the stories that surprised him most, and why preserving local history matters for our community today.

This conversation flows through hidden stories, misunderstood history, spooky legends, and the responsibility that comes with telling stories tied to real people and real places.

If you live in the Black Hills or love its history, this episode will make you see familiar places in a whole new way.

🎧 Follow and support History Below The Pines

https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBelowThePines/photos

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Today on Black Hills Insider, I’m sitting down with Hannah Wolf, the owner of Elizabeth Ann’s Bridal, a brand new bridal shop in downtown Belle Fourche.

Hannah was born and raised right here in Belle Fourche, left to learn and grow in the fashion and bridal world, and then made the brave decision to come home and build something of her own.

In this episode, we talk about her family’s deep roots in the community, the legacy behind the name Elizabeth Ann’s Bridal, what it really feels like to open a brick and mortar business in a small town, and the fear and faith that come with taking a big risk.

We also talk about the kind of experience she wants every bride to have when they walk through her doors and why coming home ended up being the best decision she ever made.

If you love small town stories, local businesses, and real conversations about chasing a dream, you’re going to love this episode.

Check her out online!

Website https://www.elizabeth-anns-bridal.com/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/elizabeth.anns.bridal

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580237566487

In this episode of Black Hills Insider, I sit down with Alexandra Hanson, better known as PeeDee Hanson.

PeeDee is a western wildlife and landscape artist, a former coffee hut and tapas house business owner, and a passionate community supporter who proves you do not have to stay in one lane to build a meaningful life. Today, she is focused on showing her work at art shows and teaching others how to paint, helping people reconnect with creativity they may have set aside.

We talk about what it really looks like to evolve your career, take risks, and pivot without losing your identity. PeeDee shares honest insight into the business side of art, valuing your work, staying grounded in a small town, and continuing to give back to the community while building a life you love.

This episode is for creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone who has ever felt pulled in more than one direction and wondered if that was actually a strength.

WEBSITE: AlexandraHansenArt.com

FB & IG: Alexandra Hansen Art & Design

YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@PaintingWithPeedee

PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/PaintWithPeeDee

Welcome to the very first episode of Black Hills Insider.

In this introductory episode, host Falina Selchert shares the heart behind the podcast, why it was created, and what listeners can expect in future episodes.

Falina talks about growing up in Belle Fourche, choosing to raise her family in the Black Hills, and why this region and its people hold such a special place in her heart. She also explains why this podcast goes beyond just one town and is meant to highlight businesses, entrepreneurs, and community members from across the entire Black Hills region.

Black Hills Insider is about real conversations, honest stories, and the people building something meaningful here. Not highlight reels. The backstories.

New episodes drop every Wednesday.