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Dakota State University President José-Marie Griffiths to Step Down, Transition to First-Ever Chancellor Role
Dakota State University President José-Marie Griffiths announced this academic year will be her last leading the university. Serving since 2015, Griffiths will transition into DSU’s newly created chancellor role, aimed at expanding the university’s national leadership in cybersecurity.
Pierre Mail Carrier Avoids Prison After Admitting to Stealing Menards Rebates
A Pierre mail carrier, Nicholas Travers, will avoid prison after admitting to stealing Menards rebates. U.S. District Judge Eric Schulte sentenced Travers to one year of unsupervised probation and ordered restitution.
National Fire Prevention Week: South Dakota Officials Urge Safety Precautions at Home
It’s National Fire Prevention Week across South Dakota. Fire officials are reminding residents to check smoke detectors, monitor lithium-ion batteries in devices and tools, and never leave cooking unattended.
Big Sioux River Corridor Bike Trail Expansion Near Lien Park Set to Open by November
The Big Sioux River Corridor bike trail expansion near Lien Park is expected to be completed by November. The $2.7 million project adds a mile of trail, including the city’s first elevated boardwalk through the treetops.
Mitchell Area Community Theater Responds After City Council Denies 2026 Funding Request
The Mitchell Area Community Theater is speaking out after the Mitchell City Council denied its request for 2026 subsidy funding.
Sturgis Man Dies After Single-Vehicle Crash in Summerset, South Dakota
A 70-year-old man from Sturgis has died following a single-vehicle crash in Summerset. According to the South Dakota Department of Public Safety, the man was driving west on Sturgis Road Friday when his vehicle struck a road sign and a telephone pole after veering into a ditch.
Mitchell High Marching Band Perseveres Through Tough Conditions at Iowa Regional Championship
The Mitchell High School marching band is regrouping after a challenging weekend at the Bands of America Regional Championship in Waukee, Iowa.
South Dakota Supreme Court Hears Black Hawk Sinkhole Lawsuit During October Term
The South Dakota Supreme Court is in session this week at the Knudson School of Law in Vermillion for its October term.
Four Arrested After High-Speed Chase Linked to Rape and Kidnapping in Sturgis
Sturgis police have arrested four people following a high-speed chase tied to the rape and kidnapping of a 15-year-old girl. Authorities say the victim escaped a Sturgis home Monday and reported being sexually assaulted and forced to take illegal drugs.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
What to do if you’re underwater on your car loan
More car buyers are finding themselves in a tough spot financially. According to a recent report from Edmunds, more than 26% of new-vehicle trade-ins in the second quarter of 2025 had negative equity — the highest share in more than four years.
1 week ago in Sports
Raleigh, Suarez, Crawford homer and Mariners top Tigers 8-4 for a 2-1 lead in the AL Division Series
The Seattle Mariners are on the brink of a spot in the AL Championship series for the first time in 24 years. Cal Raleigh hit a two-run homer, Eugenio Suarez and J.P. Crawford had solo shots and Seattle beat the Detroit Tigers 8-4 on Tuesday night to take a 2-1 lead in the AL Division Series.
1 week ago in Sports
Judge rallies Yankees past Blue Jays 9-6 to save season and avert ALDS sweep
Aaron Judge hit a tying homer and drove in four runs during a clutch performance for the ages, and the New York Yankees staved off elimination by rallying from five runs down to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 9-6 on Tuesday night in Game 3 of their AL Division Series.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Bob Ross paintings to be auctioned to support public TV stations after federal funding cuts
Thirty paintings created by the bushy-haired, soft-spoken Bob Ross will soon be up for auction to defray the costs of programming for public television stations suffering from cuts in federal funding.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Questlove, Twenty One Pilots and Raye to present at Rock Hall
A glittering list of music figures will help present awards at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony this year, including Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Questlove, Twenty One Pilots, Missy Elliott and Raye.
1 week ago in National
Comey will make first court appearance in Justice Department case accusing him of lying to Congress
Former FBI Director James Comey is set to make his first court appearance Wednesday in a Justice Department criminal case accusing him of lying to Congress five years ago.
1 week ago in National
Hurricane Priscilla moves along Mexico in the Pacific as Tropical Storm Jerry churns in the Atlantic
Hurricane Priscilla weakened in the Pacific as it moved Wednesday along the west coast of Mexico while Tropical Storm Jerry in the Atlantic was expected to strengthen on a track for the Leeward Islands, forecasters said.
1 week ago in College, High School,
Sports Roundup: Wednesday 10/8/25
Mitchell Golf The Kernel boys golf team had their final day at the State Tournament yesterday. Mitchell ended in seventh…
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Here are the 3 fashion trends that ruled spring runways
As Paris Fashion Week wrapped up this week after myriad debuts and shake-ups, three trends took hold. Shoulders were broadened and jackets snapped to attention. Skin showed on the wearer's terms. And dressy, formal fashion came back — lighter, simpler, and meant for real life, not just red carpets.
1 week ago in World
Priscilla nears major hurricane status as new tropical storm forms in the Atlantic
Hurricane Priscilla neared Category 3 status on Tuesday in the Pacific as a new tropical storm formed in the Atlantic, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.
1 week ago in National
National Guard members from Texas are in Illinois in Trump’s latest move to send troops to cities
National Guard members from Texas were at an Army Reserve center in Illinois on Tuesday, the most visible sign yet of the Trump administration's plan to send troops to the Chicago area despite a lawsuit and vigorous opposition from Democratic elected leaders.
