Fire in Brookings, SD, damages 18 businesses, displaces residents, community plans fundraiser for recovery.

A fire on December 30th in Brookings, South Dakota, damaged 18 downtown businesses and displaced residents from apartments above. The fire started at Brost's Fashions and spread, causing smoke and water damage. The community is rallying to support recovery efforts, with a trivia night fundraiser scheduled for January 7th at Wooden Legs Brewing and donations accepted online. Two adjacent buildings remain closed for safety evaluations.

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