(GAZETTE WIRE) - INTERIOR — The Badlands National Park has shattered previous attendance records, welcoming over 1.2 million visitors in 2025, according to the latest report from the State Department of Tourism. Officials attribute the surge to the extended shoulder season and a global marketing campaign highlighting the park's stark, otherworldly beauty. Local businesses in Wall and Interior report a 15% increase in revenue compared to the previous year.

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