Government

2 days ago

Sioux Falls Council Outlines Process to Fill Upcoming Vacancy After Sarah Cole’s Departure

Sioux Falls City Council members have set the process for filling an upcoming vacancy created by Councilor Sarah Cole’s move out of the city. Nominations are due Dec. 5, with the appointment scheduled for Dec. 9.

2 days ago

OPINION – Angels in Adoption

South Dakota’s Marcus and Jackie Isakson have been honored as this year’s Angels in Adoption by the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute for their extraordinary commitment to fostering and adoption.

3 days ago

Thanksgiving Week Garbage & Recycling Collection

In observance of Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 27, there will be no garbage or recycling collection. Wednesday and Thursday’s pickups will both occur on Wednesday, November 27, while Friday’s collection will run as normal. The Regional Landfill will be closed on Thursday. Schedules may change due to weather. Questions? Call 995-8465.

6 days ago

Attorney General Jackley Joins Fight for Farmers and Integrity of Renewable Fuel Standard

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley, along with the Attorneys General of Iowa and Nebraska, sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice, Department of Energy, Environmental Protection Agency, and Securities and Exchange Commission requesting an investigation into large refineries that may be circumventing the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program.

6 days ago

Thune Says Government Shutdown Nears End as Senate Moves Toward Reopening

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Thursday that Congress is nearing a deal to reopen the federal government after 41 days of closure. The Senate is expected to vote soon on a measure to fund key federal programs and temporarily extend government operations.

1 week ago

China Commits to Purchase 12 Million Metric Tons of U.S. Soybeans, Boosting Midwest Producers

Nate Franzen, President of Ag Banking at First Dakota National Bank, noted that much of the region’s soybeans are shipped west by rail to China, making the Dakotas especially sensitive to international demand.

1 week ago

Sioux Falls Police Take Action to Protect Residents from $181K Crypto Scam Losses

Authorities are placing warning signs near crypto ATMs and training business owners on how to spot potential fraud victims, says Sergeant Jake Harris of the Department’s Fraud Division.

3 weeks ago

Mitchell Hosts 9th Annual Toshiba and U.S. Bank Pheasant Charity Hunt to Support Students and Veterans

Mitchell Hosts 9th Annual Toshiba and U.S. Bank Pheasant Charity Hunt to Support Students and Veterans

3 weeks ago

Marshall County Authorities Investigate Fatal Tractor Accident Near Langford

The blaze, determined to be accidental, followed the farm incident. Responding agencies included the Langford Fire Department, Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, and the South Dakota State Fire Marshal’s Office.

3 weeks ago

South Dakota Education Secretary Takes Action Against Ten Teacher License Applicants

According to KELOLand, one applicant, Clive Bremser of Pierre, was denied certification for 18 months after failing to disclose prior arrests but later took a paraprofessional role at Mitchell High School.

3 weeks ago

Rapid City Police Search for James Spencer After Gunfire and Weapons Seizure

Officers responded to Waterloo Street around 4 a.m. and found bullet holes between apartments. Investigators recovered a stolen handgun, 11 additional firearms, ammunition, and THC products.

3 weeks ago

Poll Shows Tight Race Between Dusty Johnson and Larry Rhoden for South Dakota Governor

U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson leads with 28 percent support, while incumbent Larry Rhoden follows closely with 27 percent.

3 weeks ago

Brookings Police Warn of Counterfeit $50 Bills Circulating in South Dakota

The Brookings County Sheriff’s Office says the fake notes share the same serial number, have a lighter blue tint near President Grant, and feel different from real currency

3 weeks ago

Yankton Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Major Cocaine and Fentanyl Trafficking Case

Attorney General Marty Jackley announced that 31-year-old Calahan Stark pleaded guilty in Yankton County Circuit Court to possessing cocaine and fentanyl with intent to distribute and bringing drugs into jail.

3 weeks ago

Austin Hoffman Announces Candidacy for South Dakota Attorney General, Focuses on Law Enforcement and Public Safety

Austin Hoffman, current Attorney General of McPhearson County, has officially entered the race for South Dakota Attorney General.

3 weeks ago

Semi Truck Collides with Train in Hudson, Lincoln County — No Injuries Reported

HUDSON, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office says a semi hauling grain was struck by a train in Hudson Monday…

3 weeks ago

Mitchell Landowners Seek to Merge Property Plats to Lower Taxes — County Officials Say State Law Blocks It

At Monday’s Mitchell Planning Commission meeting, Davison County landowners urged approval to merge property plats in an effort to reduce tax bills. According to the Mitchell Republic, some residents have already hired surveyors and filed zoning and plat applications with both city and county offices.

3 weeks ago

Sioux Falls Man Scammed Out of $181,000 by Callers Posing as FBI, CIA, and Interpol Agents

Sioux Falls police say a local man lost $181,000 to fraudsters posing as international law enforcement agents.

3 weeks ago

Sioux Falls Food Pantries Brace for Surge as Federal Shutdown Threatens SNAP Benefits

With the federal government shutdown threatening to halt SNAP benefits, Sioux Falls nonprofits are preparing for a sharp rise in food assistance needs.

3 weeks ago

Governor Larry Rhoden Proposes Zero-Interest Loans to Expand Sioux Falls and Rapid City Airports

Governor Larry Rhoden has announced a plan to offer zero-percent interest loans to support major expansions at the Sioux Falls and Rapid City airports.

Recent Headlines

2 days ago in National

College football coach John Beam from ‘Last Chance U’ has died after being shot, Oakland police say

Laney College football coach John Beam, who was featured in the Netflix series "Last Chance U", has died after being shot on campus, the Oakland Police Department said Friday, and a suspect has been arrested.

2 days ago in College, High School, Local Sports, Sports

WEEKEND SPORTS: HS State Championship final games, Dakota Wesleyan busy weekend, SDSU, Vikings & Timberwolves

State Championship football, Dakota Wesleyan, SDSU, Vikings & Timberwolves all in action.

2 days ago in Education, Local

South Dakota governor backs tax-credit donations for school choice program

Governor Larry Rhoden announced that South Dakota will expand the South Dakota Partners in Education Scholarship program to allow donor tax credits for contributions to accredited public and private schools, marking a notable shift in education-funding policy and school-choice options.