What's happened
South Dakota cowboys and cowgirls rounded up a herd of more than 1,500 bison in Custer State Park as part of an annual effort to maintain the health of the species.
Why it matters
The annual roundup is significant for maintaining the health of the bison species, which has rebounded from near-extinction, and for preserving the cultural and historical significance of the animals.
What the papers say
AP News reports on the successful annual roundup of bison in Custer State Park, highlighting the efforts of South Dakota cowboys and cowgirls. The Independent provides a contrasting opinion, discussing the National Park Service's proposal to potentially remove the famous wild horses in North Dakota's Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
How we got here
The annual roundup of bison in Custer State Park is a long-standing tradition aimed at maintaining the health of the species, which has rebounded from near-extinction. The National Park Service's proposal to potentially remove the famous wild horses in North Dakota's Theodore Roosevelt National Park has sparked debate and concern among advocates and officials.
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