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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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SDDOT Seeks Public Input on Statewide Transportation Plan Through Open Houses and Survey

The South Dakota Department of Transportation is inviting public input on its new statewide transportation plan aimed at improving highway safety and access.

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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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