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3 weeks ago
Mitchell Drug Case Moves Forward as Defendant Chooses to Represent Himself
A Mitchell criminal case involving Courtney Stork is moving ahead after multiple delays, with the defendant opting to represent himself. A judge has denied motions to suppress evidence tied to two 2025 searches, and a new motions hearing is set for Feb. 17.
3 weeks ago
Mitchell Police Say City Remains Safe as South Dakota’s 2025 Crime Report Nears Release
Mitchell law enforcement leaders say violent crime remains low and most calls involve property crime or drug activity, even as overall incident counts can look high due to the city’s size and thorough reporting
3 weeks ago
Mitchell City Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto on Lakeview Par-3 Short Course Design Agreement
The Mitchell City Council voted 6-2 to override Mayor Jordan Hanson’s veto and move ahead with a $9,400 preliminary design agreement for a proposed five-hole par-3 short course at Lakeview Golf Course.
4 weeks ago
Central Electric Cooperative, Touchstone Energy Co-ops Open “Who Powers You” Contest Nominations Through April 19
Central Electric Cooperative and other regional Touchstone Energy Cooperatives are accepting nominations for the fifth annual Who Powers You Contest through April 19, 2026, recognizing local people making a difference.
4 weeks ago
Mitchell High School to Hold National Letter of Intent Signing Day Feb. 4
Mitchell High School will host a National Letter of Intent Signing Day event Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, in the MHS Commons, recognizing student-athletes committing to compete in college sports.
4 weeks ago
South Dakota Reports Three More Flu Deaths; Seasonal Total Reaches Nine as Cases Rise
The South Dakota Department of Health reported three additional influenza-related deaths in the past week, bringing the 2025-26 season total to nine as statewide flu activity remains widespread.
4 weeks ago
DWU Theatre to host cabaret fundraiser
Dakota Wesleyan University’s theatre department will stage a one-hour cabaret fundraiser Feb. 6 at 401 Create by LifeQuest, featuring Broadway musical numbers and scenes from recent campus productions.
4 weeks ago
Mitchell Public Library Sees Highest Circulation in 10 Years, Adds New Digital Magazine and Comics Collections
Mitchell Public Library reported its highest total circulation in the past decade in 2025, with physical and digital checkouts rising from 2024. Library officials also noted increased visitor traffic and new OverDrive digital collections.
