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South Dakota Officials Expect Strong Pheasant Season Following Record Harvest Last Year
The South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Department is optimistic about this year’s pheasant hunting season, which officially opens tomorrow and runs through January 31.
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South Dakotans Invited to Shape State’s Active Transportation Plan: Public Input Sought on E-Bike Rules and Pedestrian Access
State transportation officials are asking residents to share their feedback on South Dakota’s Active Transportation Plan, which focuses on improving walking, biking, and e-bike access across state highways.
2 weeks ago
Groundbreaking Marks Start of $15 Million Peaceful Pines Senior Living Center in Mitchell
A new era in Mitchell’s housing growth is underway with the groundbreaking of the Peaceful Pines Senior Living Center at 350 North Harmon Drive.
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Mark Brown Named Next President of Mount Marty University in Yankton
Mount Marty University has announced Mark Brown as its next president. Currently serving as director of the university’s biotechnology management program at the Sioux Falls campus, Brown will become Mount Marty’s 12th president.
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Mitchell Dedicates Sebert’s Beach in Honor of Former Mayor Lou Sebert’s Legacy of Service
A heartfelt tribute took place in Mitchell on Wednesday as city officials, residents, and family members gathered to dedicate Sebert’s Beach in memory of former Mayor Lou Sebert.
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Government Shutdown Enters Second Week as Senate Standoff Over Obamacare Credits Deepens
The second week of the federal government shutdown has begun, with most checks still not in the mail. Senate Majority Leader John Thune and the Trump White House are ramping up pressure as Senate Democrats hold firm on extending Obamacare premium tax credits.
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Parkston Considers Dissolving Police Department, Turning to Hutchinson County Sheriff for Law Enforcement Services
Parkston city officials are weighing a proposal to dissolve the local police department and contract with the Hutchinson County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement coverage. The plan, outlined by Sheriff Maurice Waltner and Mayor Tim Semmler, would provide up to 60 patrol hours per week starting January 1, redirecting the city’s $276,000 police budget to county services
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South Dakota Virtual Career Fair “Brew Up Your Future” Connects Job Seekers and Employers Today
Job seekers and employers across South Dakota can connect virtually at the “Brew Up Your Future” career fair, hosted by the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation.
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Mitchell Students Honored for Blue Ribbon Wins at 2025 South Dakota State Fair
The Mitchell Board of Education took time Tuesday night to celebrate student success, recognizing dozens of Mitchell students who earned blue ribbons at the 2025 South Dakota State Fair.
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Nominations Open for South Dakota’s First-Ever “Rising Award” Honoring Community Leaders
South Dakota First Lady Sandy Rhoden has announced the launch of the state’s first-ever South Dakota Rising Award, celebrating residents who make a positive impact in their communities.
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Mitchell Technical College to Renovate Campus Amphitheater After $1.2 Million Project Approval
Mitchell Technical College is set to begin a $1.245 million renovation of its campus amphitheater following approval from the Mitchell Board of Education.
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BNSF Train Carrying Grain Derails Near Kaylor, South Dakota — No Injuries Reported
A Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) freight train hauling grain derailed early Tuesday morning near Kaylor in Hutchinson County, South Dakota. Emergency crews responded around 7 a.m., though BNSF officials say the train derailment occurred closer to 5:15 a.m.
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New Big Sioux River Mural Brings Interactive Art to Downtown Sioux Falls
A new mural inspired by the Big Sioux River now brightens downtown Sioux Falls. Led by local artist Joe Schaeffer and funded through a $15,000 grant from the Gilchrist Foundation, the project invited community members to take part in its creation.
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Mitchell’s 2026 Budget Balances Without Lake Drawdown, Redirects $1.2M for Parks and Improvements
The City of Mitchell’s proposed 2026 budget comes in balanced at $82.6 million, helped by postponing the Lake Mitchell drawdown.
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Kidz-n-Coats Drive at Harvest Church Expands to Give 1,500 Coats to South Dakota Kids
The Kidz-n-Coats program at Harvest Church in Sioux Falls began with one boy’s act of kindness in 2009 and has grown into a major community event. This year, organizers are distributing 1,500 coats to help South Dakota children stay warm this winter.
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Montana Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash and Camper Rollover in Sioux Falls
A Montana man died and a woman was hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash and camper rollover Thursday evening near the I-90 off-ramp at North Cliff Avenue in Sioux Falls. The Ford F-350 struck a Toyota Sienna before rolling into a nearby field.
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Native Americans’ Day Parade to Celebrate Indigenous Culture Monday in Downtown Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls will celebrate Native Americans’ Day on Monday with a downtown parade featuring music, dancing, and nearly 40 units along Phillips Avenue. Events include a morning prayer at Lyon Park, a fun run, and a KELOLAND News livestream.
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Mitchell Corn Palace Festival Turns Small Profit After Big Entertainment Investment
The 2025 Corn Palace Festival in Mitchell ended with a modest profit of just under $4,000. Despite higher costs for headliners like Justin Moore and Bret Michaels, city officials say new upgrades and stronger marketing will boost future festivals.
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South Dakota Bands Shine at Youth in Music Championships; Sioux Falls Lincoln Takes Second
South Dakota marching bands earned top honors at the 21st annual Youth in Music Championships at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
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Mitchell School Board to Review $1.2 Million Amphitheater Upgrade Bid at Tuesday Meeting
The Mitchell Board of Education meets Tuesday, Oct. 14, to consider a $1.2 million bid from Great Place Construction for upgrades to the Mitchell Technical College amphitheater.
