This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Blind Student's World of Frustrations and Quiet Heroism
Larry Larive, blinded by a 1970s fire, pursues college at Black Hills State. He relearns daily tasks, develops new senses to navigate campus, paints plans for an education degree, and faces empathy and doubt while pursuing a personal comeback against odds. His story shows resilience, grit, and small victories in a world of sounds and touch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spearfish
S. D
Larry Larive
Black Hills State
Spearfish Creek
Deadwood
Angus
Beulah
Wayo
Royal Club
Chevvyenne
Swallows
D. J. Toomey
Navy
Belle Fourche
Terry Cornella
John Sealy
Galveston
Tex
Raleigh
Japan
Bob Fox
Fox
Larry
Bonnie Cornella
Sand Creek
Old Dad Webb
Texas
Driscoll Cattle Co
Elaine Olson
Bonnie
Homestake
Cook Hall