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2 hours ago in Local, Roads & Traffic

The First Roundabout in Mitchell Nears Completion

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Construction of the new Mitchell roundabout

Mitchell welcomed the start of construction on its first roundabout in May and is awaiting its completion.

4 hours ago in Government, Lifestyle, Local

Mayor Hanson Proclaims October 9th, 2026 “Squirrel Appreciation Day”

Following an incident involving a squirrel, Mayor Hanson asks local residents to admire the local squirrel population and marks October 9th, 2026, as Squirrel Appreciation Day.

6 hours ago in Government

Retirement Laws Committee to Meet

The Retirement Laws committee is set to meet at the State Capitol to discuss an adjustment to the salary of the Executive Director of the South Dakota Retirement System.

6 hours ago in Local

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Free Flu Vaccination Clinic Being Held at the Mitchell Corn Palace

The Mitchell Corn Palace will be holding a free flu clinic Tuesday, October 13th from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. open to children ages six months to 18 and adults agers 64 and younger.

7 hours ago in Crime, Local

Mitchell Police Department Issues a Press Release Regarding Animal Cruelty Incident

The Mitchell Police Department announced that officers responded to an incident regarding animal cruelty and have since referred the case to an outside agency and the Davison County State's Attorney.

Entertainment

8 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Linkin Park documentary ‘Unshatter’ tracks band’s emotional return to recording, touring

For years after the death of frontman Chester Bennington, members of Linkin Park weren't sure if the band would — or should — continue to exist. The new documentary "Linkin Park: Unshatter" takes fans inside the uncertainty, grief and creative risk behind their return, including raw footage of early recording sessions, conversations and experimentation that eventually led to Emily Armstrong joining the group.

8 hours ago in Entertainment

Lightsaber Darth Vader used in ‘I am your father’ duel in ‘Empire Strikes Back’ goes up for auction

In July, a lightsaber with Luke Skywalker's severed hand from "The Empire Strikes Back" sold for $3.75 million at auction, the highest price ever fetched for a prop used in a "Star Wars" film according to the auction house. Now, someone can buy the saber that did the severing.

1 day ago in Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Weekend Happenings: DWU Blue & White Days highlight Mitchell events Oct. 9–11

Dakota Wesleyan’s Blue & White Days bring alumni gatherings, a parade and Tiger athletics to Mitchell during the Oct. 9–11 weekend.

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Features

Mitchell Community Scholarship Fund Radiothon was a success!

The Mitchell Community Scholarship Fund will hold its 23rd annual Radiothon fundraiser Monday, Feb. 23, on KOOL 98-3 and KMIT. Donations support scholarships for seniors at Mitchell High School and Mitchell Christian School, with prize drawings for pledges.

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50 minutes ago in Sports, Trending

Mike Ditka, the quintessential Chicago Bear and a Pro Football Hall of Famer, dies at 86

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Mike Ditka, who personified the toughness and grit of Chicago in a Hall of Fame career as a player and coach of the Bears and the leader of arguably the most dominant team in NFL history, has died. He was 86.

1 day ago in National, Trending

Hurricane Isaias is expected to get stronger on its way to Florida, Alabama and Mississippi coasts

Isaias surged toward the U.S. Gulf Coast on Thursday as the first hurricane of the Atlantic season, prompting mandatory evacuations, school closures and local government shutdowns in parts of Florida.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Tropical Storm Isaias forms, is forecast to become a hurricane and hit US Gulf Coast this week

Tropical Storm Isaias formed early Wednesday in the warm waters off eastern Mexico and forecasters said it was expected to strengthen into the first hurricane of the Atlantic season before hitting the U.S. Gulf Coast later in the week.