Mount Rushmore Event Boosts Local Economy | Pierre News

Freedom 250 at Mount Rushmore wasn’t just a patriotic spectacle—it was a major economic win, pumping over $2.3 million into South Dakota’s economy and drawing nearly 4,000 visitors from 40 states. Hotels in Rapid City hit record revenue, global audiences tuned in billions, and Tourism Secretary James Hagen calls it a long-term investment that proves showcasing iconic landmarks can turn local tourism into worldwide recognition. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6cdd2ce2588951cf