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3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Jimmy Cliff, reggae giant and star of landmark film ‘The Harder They Come,’ dead at 81

Jimmy Cliff, the charismatic reggae pioneer and actor who preached joy, defiance and resilience in such classics as "Many Rivers to Cross," "You Can Get it If You Really Want" and "Vietnam" and starred in the landmark movie "The Harder They Come," has died at 81.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

These 6 kitchen tools can make or break your Thanksgiving dinner

It's the start of Thanksgiving week, the time when home cooks across America suddenly recognize the daunting task ahead. More than 90% of people in the U.S. celebrate the food-centric holiday and more than 1 in 4 attend meals that include more than 10 other people, according to the Pew Research Center.

4 weeks ago in Features, Trending

Pontifical secret revealed: Pope Leo XIV changes his Wordle start word each day

Pope Leo XIV opened a virtual meeting with American Catholic young people Friday by revealing a closely held pontifical secret: He uses a different Wordle start word each day.

4 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Travis Kelce plans to decide on retirement after the season, wants to give Chiefs time to prepare

Four-time All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce plans to wait until after the season to make a decision on retirement, though he did say Friday that he wants to make that decision early enough that the Kansas City Chiefs have time to prepare for the future.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ is officially eligible for the Oscars

"KPop Demon Hunters" is one step closer to another golden moment: The Oscars. The Netflix phenomenon is among 35 films features eligible for the animated feature film category at the 98th Academy Awards.

4 weeks ago in National

A federal judge blocked Trump’s National Guard deployment to DC but troops aren’t leaving just yet

A federal judge on Thursday ordered President Donald Trump to end the deployment of National Guard troops to the nation's capital. But the ruling is unlikely to be the final word by the courts, the president or local leaders in the contentious duel over the federal district.

4 weeks ago in College, High School,

WEEKEND SPORTS: End of State Tournament for Mitchell, DWU VB National Tournament & More

Mitchell rounds out State Tournament play, DWU sports filled weekend, Vikings game and SDSU football.

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Gov. Larry Rhoden Highlights Agriculture, Property Tax System at Watertown Farm Business Banquet

South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden reaffirmed his support for the state’s agricultural industry and defended the agricultural property tax system during the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Ag Committee’s annual Farm Business Banquet. More than 1,000 farmers and ranchers attended the event.

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4 weeks ago in

Johnson’s Digital Permitting Bill Passes Committee

The House Natural Resources Committee has unanimously advanced the bipartisan ePermit Act, legislation co-led by Rep. Dusty Johnson of South Dakota to modernize and streamline the federal permitting process. Supporters say the bill would move agencies toward a fully digital, more predictable review system.

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Attorney General Jackley Encourages Shoppers To Watch for Holiday Scams

Attorney General Marty Jackley is urging South Dakota shoppers to stay alert for holiday scams, including fake delivery messages and tampered gift cards. The Consumer Protection Division is offering guidance and support for anyone who believes they’ve been targeted.

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South Dakota Delays SDVotes Program Launch to 2027 to Allow More County Auditor Training

The South Dakota Secretary of State’s Office has postponed the launch of the upgraded SDVotes system to early 2027, citing requests from county auditors for more time to train staff and test the platform. Officials say the system is fully built and secure, with the delay focused solely on user readiness.

4 weeks ago in

DWU Sets Date for Annual “Christmas Joy!” Holiday Concert in Mitchell

Dakota Wesleyan University will host its annual Christmas at Dakota Wesleyan concert on Dec. 12 at the Sherman Center, featuring performances from multiple university ensembles. The community event offers a full evening of seasonal music with limited seating available.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

Fugees rapper Pras Michel sentenced to 14 years in prison over illegal donations to Obama campaign

Grammy-winning rapper Prakazrel "Pras" Michel of the Fugees was sentenced on Thursday to 14 years in prison for a case in which he was convicted of illegally funneling millions of dollars in foreign contributions to former President Barack Obama's 2012 reelection campaign.

4 weeks ago in Sports

NBA sees highest opening-month viewership in more than decade, record social media engagement

National NBA games being shown on NBC/Peacock, Amazon Prime Video or ESPN have drawn more than 60 million viewers through the first month of the regular season, the league announced Thursday, noting that is the highest opening total in 15 years.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

Mexico’s bullied pageant contestant gets payback by capturing Miss Universe crown

Fátima Bosch Fernández of Mexico was crowned Miss Universe 2025 on Friday, a dramatic victory for a 25-year-old at the center of the turbulent 74th staging of the popular beauty pageant in Bangkok who stood up to public bullying from one of the hosts.

4 weeks ago in Olympics, Sports

Milan Cortina Olympic mountains are wintry white after 1st big snowstorm of the season

The mountains that will host the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Olympics have been hit with their first significant snowstorm of the season.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Texans get 8 sacks and Bullock forces 3 turnovers in Houston’s 23-19 win over Bills

Buffalo's Josh Allen was harassed by Houston's defense all night Thursday and it was no different on his last play of the game. "Our d-line was getting to him and made him make that bad decision at the end and he threw the ball right to me," Houston safety Calen Bullock said.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Gary Mounfield, former Stone Roses bassist, has died at 63

Gary Mounfield, the former bass player of the Stone Roses and Primal Scream, two of the most influential British rock bands of the past four decades, has died. He was 63.

4 weeks ago in World

European leaders assure Ukraine of their support after US peace plan leaves them sidelined

The leaders of Germany, France and the United Kingdom spoke by phone Friday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, assuring him of their continued support amid the war with Russia as European officials scrambled to respond to U.S. peace proposals that apparently caught them unawares.

4 weeks ago in College, High School,

Sports Roundup: Friday 11/21/25

The Mitchell Kernels will have day two action today at the State Tournament, DWU Volleyball begins National Tournament play, Upcoming Tiger events, NFL and Timberwolves NBA Cup action.

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10 hours ago in Business, Government, Local, People

Rounds Highlights South Dakota Projects in Final Defense Authorization Bill

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U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds says the final Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act includes major investments for South Dakota military facilities and a pay raise for service members.

10 hours ago in Business, Government, Local

Two Nonprofits to Strengthen Services for Youth and Families

Abbott House has signed a letter of intent to acquire Wellfully in Rapid City, a move aimed at expanding youth mental health and behavioral health services across South Dakota.

11 hours ago in National

4 Republicans defy Speaker Johnson to force House vote on extending ACA subsidies

Four centrist Republicans broke with Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday and signed onto a Democratic-led petition that will force a House vote on extending for three years an enhanced pandemic-era subsidy that lowers health insurance costs for millions of Americans.