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4 weeks ago

First Bison Calf of Season Born at Custer State Park

Custer State Park officials announced the first bison calf of the season, marking a spring milestone alongside recent wildlife births in the park.

Voting Ballot

4 weeks ago

South Dakota GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Debate CO2 Pipeline Issues, Property Rights

Republican candidates for South Dakota governor debated eminent domain and CO2 pipelines, while Democratic candidate Dan Ahlers criticized proposed property tax changes.

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4 weeks ago

Jackley Joins Nationwide Effort to Classify Xylazine as Controlled Substance

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley is urging Congress to pass legislation targeting xylazine, a dangerous drug increasingly linked to deadly overdoses.

Mitchell School Board Approved

4 weeks ago

51 Mitchell High School Students Inducted into National Honor Society

More than 50 Mitchell High School students were honored this week with induction into the National Honor Society, recognizing academic achievement, leadership, and service.

4 weeks ago

Demolition Begins on Former Mitchell High School Building

Demolition of the old Mitchell High School is now underway, with crews beginning work on the 64-year-old building as officials urge the public to avoid the area.

Mom, Baby, and Doctor

4 weeks ago

New 5-Year Plan Aims to Improve Infant Health and Postpartum Care in South Dakota

Health leaders have introduced a five-year strategy to reduce infant mortality and improve postpartum care, focusing on safe sleep education and better access to services for families.

Mitchell Residents are invited to a community meeting at the corn palace

4 weeks ago

Corn Palace Shrine Circus Returns to The World’s Only Corn Palace, Tickets on Sale Now

The Corn Palace Shrine Circus is back in Mitchell with multiple showtimes, family-friendly entertainment, and ticket giveaways from local radio stations. Reserved and general admission tickets are now available.

Lake Mitchell Dam

4 weeks ago

Lake Mitchell Dam & Downstream Analysis Update

A variance request for Lake Mitchell Dam has gained support from state regulators, potentially allowing long-delayed lake and watershed improvement efforts to move forward.

Prairie Valley Farms annual sale

4 weeks ago

Prairie Valley Farms Charolais to Host Final Bull Sale After 46-Year Legacy

Prairie Valley Farms Charolais will hold its final bull sale this April in Platte, marking the end of a four-generation family operation.

DWU names finalist in it's Dinstinction awards

4 weeks ago

DWU’s Stark lecture brings renowned Holocaust scholar to campus

Dakota Wesleyan University will welcome educator Brendan Murphy for the annual Stark Lecture on April 9, featuring discussions on faith, antisemitism and Holocaust education.

Lake Mitchell, frozen

4 weeks ago

Lake Mitchell Dam Study Prompts Variance Request as Dredging Project Hangs in Balance

The City of Mitchell is seeking a state variance after a new dam study found Lake Mitchell cannot meet required flood standards, potentially impacting the long-anticipated dredging project.

Dakota Wesley University announces hall of fame inductees

4 weeks ago

DWU announces 2026 Performing Arts Hall of Fame inductees

Dakota Wesleyan University will honor three individuals for their contributions to the performing arts during its third annual Performing Arts Hall of Fame banquet on May 2.

Recent Headlines

6 hours ago in National

US infant formula supply is ‘safe,’ FDA says after looking for potential contaminants

A new analysis of chemicals in U.S. infant formula found reassuringly low levels of heavy metals, pesticides and other potential contaminants, federal health officials said Wednesday.

6 hours ago in Entertainment

Josh O’Connor usually hates watching his movies for the first time. ‘Disclosure Day’ was different

Josh O'Connor heard a quote once that said that Steven Spielberg was like "the director of every child's imagination." The British actor may not have grown up in a moviegoing family, but he was still very aware the Spielberg thing as a '90s kid. It's just in our psyche, O'Connor told The Associated Press in a recent interview.

6 hours ago in Sports

Broncos’ 2-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons retires after 32 interceptions in his 9-year career

Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons has retired following a nine-year career, including eight seasons with the Denver Broncos. The Broncos announced Simmons' retirement on Wednesday and noted the news came exactly 10 years after the team selected the safety in the third round from Boston College in 2016.