"Among common side effects of community growth and development often is the loss of local treasures such as beloved buildings or historic lands.

Blood Run, home to the Oneota indigenous people until 1714, could face such a fate.

The area still contains historic artifacts from the days when the Oneota established the site as a trading post. And as a National Historic Landmark, the location's significance is federally recognized.

So the state's proposal to buy 300 acres of the land is a smart move in order to help maintain Blood Run's cultural and historic importance. The move is even more important in light of the development in South Dakota and Iowa that's sprouting around the site.

And it makes sense to solicit financial help from Sioux Falls since this city is the nearest population center to Blood Run. So it's good that state officials are looking to with connect with Forward Sioux Falls VI as that organization plans its fundraising efforts."

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Editorial Board: 300 acres of Blood Run ideal site for state park (The Sioux Falls Argus Leader 9/15)

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Blood Run: Historic site considered natural fit for state park (The Sioux Falls Argus Leader 9/15)