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Mitchell School District Reports Slight Enrollment Decline, Elementary Numbers Increase
The Mitchell School District reports a minor drop in overall enrollment for 2025, with approximately 2,600 students, down from 2,640 in 2024, according to Superintendent Joe Childs.
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Lake Andes Woman Sentenced for Dollar General Break-In, Theft and Property Damage
A 26-year-old Lake Andes woman has been sentenced after admitting to breaking into a Dollar General store last March. Magdalene Silk pleaded guilty to felony property damage after stealing cigarettes and beer and causing thousands in damages.
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Family Dispute in Central Sioux Falls Turns Deadly; Man Fatally Stabbed, Suspect Arrested
Sioux Falls police say a family argument ended in tragedy Monday afternoon when 70-year-old James Lipscomb died from stab wounds.
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Attorney General Jackley Announces Brookings Man Indicted on 50 Counts of Distribution of Child Pornography
PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that a Brookings man has been indicted on 50 felony counts…
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Senator John Thune Blames Democrats as Federal Government Shutdown Continues
South Dakota Senator and Senate Majority Leader John Thune spoke out as the federal government entered a shutdown, attributing the impasse to Democrats’ far-left demands. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called it a Republican shutdown. Government operations will remain closed until Congress approves a new funding bill, Thune told Bret Baier of Fox News.
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Sioux Falls Thrive Shuts Down Operations Amid Funding Shortfalls; Programs Continue With Other Organizations
Sioux Falls Thrive, known for its work in food security, affordable housing, and youth enrichment, is closing operations.
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South Dakota Lawmakers Approve $650 Million Sioux Falls Prison; Lawmaker Urges Study of North Dakota’s System
South Dakota lawmakers approved funding for a $650 million prison in Sioux Falls, but State Rep. Mike Derby suggests studying North Dakota’s system.
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Mitchell Approves $3.39 Million Loan for North Ohlman Street Utility Project and Roundabout
The Mitchell City Council has approved seeking a $3.39 million state loan to replace century-old sewer, water, and storm drainage lines on North Ohlman Street.
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Sioux Falls Man Charged With Murder After Deadly Stabbing on North Dakota Avenue
Sioux Falls Police say 70-year-old James Lipscomb died after being stabbed Monday on North Dakota Avenue.
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South Dakota AG Marty Jackley Praises North Dakota’s Decision Not to Challenge Carbon Pipeline Eminent Domain Ban
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says he appreciates North Dakota AG Drew Wrigley’s decision not to pursue legal action against South Dakota’s new law banning eminent domain for carbon pipelines.
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Judge Revokes Bond for Sioux Falls Man in Deadly DUI Crash That Killed Two Teens
A judge has revoked the bond of Damion Laurelez, a Sioux Falls man facing manslaughter charges after a fatal crash that killed two teens and injured several others. Laurelez tested positive for THC during a motions hearing, leading to his bond being reset at $300,000.
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Sioux Falls Man and Woman Arrested After Parking Dispute Leads to Aggravated Assault, DWI, and Weapons Charges
Sioux Falls Police arrested 48-year-old Mary Loyer and 43-year-old Raymond Shimel after a parking dispute in the 200 block of North Fairfax Avenue escalated into an aggravated assault.
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ROAD CLOSURE – 700 BLOCK WEST HANSON – 10-1-2025
The 700 Block of West Hanson Avenue from Minnesota Street to Montana Street for Gas Main Improvements will be closed…
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Olivet Man Charged in Child Sex Abuse Case
A 35-year-old Olivet man, Jacob Constant, has been indicted on multiple felony charges, including rape, aggravated incest, sexual contact with a child, and sexual exploitation of a minor. Authorities say the abuse began online and escalated over several months.
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Mitchell’s First Woman Mayor, Alice Claggett, Passes Away at 97
Mitchell is honoring the legacy of Alice Claggett, the city’s only female mayor, who has died at 97. Claggett served three terms from 1998 to 2006, helping bring Cabela’s to Mitchell, advocating for affordable housing, and supporting the creation of the local skate park.
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Aberdeen Woman Facing Arraignment Over Threat to Gubernatorial Candidate
A 69-year-old Aberdeen woman, Shauna King, is scheduled for arraignment this week after allegedly threatening Republican gubernatorial candidate Toby Doeden at a Northern State University football game.
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Education Cuts on the Line as Federal Budget Deadline Hits
South Dakota schools could face significant funding cuts if Congress approves President Trump’s proposed Department of Education budget. Sioux Falls alone could lose nearly $3.7 million, potentially affecting staffing, class sizes, and after-school and Title One programs.
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Congressman Dusty Johnson to Run for South Dakota Governor
Congressman Dusty Johnson has announced his candidacy for South Dakota governor in 2026, choosing not to seek another term in Congress. Johnson says he feels called to lead state government and aims to provide voters with clear reasons to support his campaign.
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Governor Rhoden Declares October Cybersecurity Awareness Month in South Dakota
Governor Larry Rhoden has proclaimed October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month in South Dakota, emphasizing the need to protect the state’s infrastructure, economy, and residents from growing digital threats.
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Highway Patrol Plans Statewide Sobriety Checkpoints in October
The South Dakota Highway Patrol will conduct sobriety checkpoints in 16 counties throughout October, including Brule, Davison, Minnehaha, Pennington, and Yankton. The checkpoints, carried out with local law enforcement and funded by the Office of Highway Safety, aim to remind drivers not to drink and drive.
