Dakota Wesleyan University has announced this year’s recipients of the prestigious Clarke Awards, recognizing two individuals whose leadership, service and dedication have made a lasting impact on both the university and the Mitchell community. Wagner and Giblin will be honored during DWU commencement festivities as recipients of one of the school’s highest annual honors.
The Mitchell Board of Education reviewed minor updates to the district’s elementary handbook Monday night while also discussing student eligibility policies, approving personnel changes and recognizing career and technical education students.
High school softball results/next games, Mitchell girls golf and boys tennis in action, Kernel baseball earns No. 11 seed in Class A standings, Twins face the Marlins and the Timberwolves face the Spurs in Game 5 tonight.
The 2026 South Dakota Miss Basketball award winner, Ashlyn Koupal.
Chef Louie’s, one of Mitchell’s most iconic restaurants, is officially making its return. The Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce and Connect Mitchell Committee will host a groundbreaking ceremony May 20 for the new steakhouse location along the Highway 37 bypass.
The Mitchell School District has selected Todd Obele as the next principal of Longfellow Elementary School. Obele, currently superintendent of the Henry School District, will begin his new role July 1, replacing longtime principal Lisa Heckenlaible, who is retiring after years of service.
American Legion Post 18 will host its annual Memorial Day Program at 10 a.m. on May 25 at the Servicemen’s Cemetery in Mitchell. The public is encouraged to attend the ceremony honoring those who served the nation.
High school softball slate loaded with Mitchell also in action, Kernel boys tennis begins ESD meet today, Twins get past Guardians on the road and NBA Playoff Semifinals continue with a pair of Game 4’s.
