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DWU to dedicate newly renovated music space
Entertainment
7 hours ago
Dakota Wesleyan University to Dedicate Newly Renovated Music Space

The newly renovated music space and DWU will be dedicated on Wednesday, October 7th at 6:30 p.m.

Attorney General Jackley Requests Court Approval Of South Dakota Settlement with Sandoz Inc.
Government
1 day ago
Attorney General Jackley Requests Court Approval of South Dakota Settlement with Sandoz Inc.

Attorney General Marty Jackley joins 43 other states in settlement with Sandoz Inc.

Mitchell reminds residents to check sump pumps and keep discharge out of sewer system
Local
2 days ago
Mitchell Reminds Residents to Check Sump Pumps and Keep Discharge Out of Sewer System

Mitchell is reminding residents to check their sump pumps and direct discharge toward the curb when possible. Sump pump water must not enter floor drains or the sanitary sewer.

Dakota Wesleyan University named a “2026 Great College to Work For”
Education
3 days ago
DWU Shows Increased Enrollment and Strong Start

Dakota Wesleyan University reports a 3% enrollment increase for the 2026–27 academic year, reaching 917 students. Growth in online, nursing and dual credit programs comes as DWU introduces new academic offerings and campus updates.

Davison County planners to consider lot-size variance, two plats Oct. 6
Government
3 days ago
Davidson County Planners to Consider Lot-Size Variance, Two Plats Oct. 6

A proposal to create two approximately 2-acre parcels in an agricultural district is among the items on the Davison County Planning Commission’s Oct. 6 agenda.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Water Shutoff and Intersection Closure Planned for Sept. 30
Roads & Traffic
4 days ago
UPDATED | Road Closure: Mitchell Water Shutoff Revised for Oct. 1; Larger Area Affected

A water shutoff and intersection closure are scheduled for Sept. 30 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. near South Miller Avenue and Vincent Place in Mitchell while crews replace a water valve.

Mitchell man sentenced to 85 years in prison for rape charges
Crime
1 week ago
Mitchell Man Sentenced to 85 Years in Prison on First-Degree Rape Charges

A Mitchell man has been sentenced to 85 years in prison on each of two first-degree rape charges involving victims younger than 13. The sentences for Eric Mark Opperman, 49, will run concurrently.

DWU “Courageous Conversation” series scheduled
Education
1 week ago
DWU “Courageous Conversation” Series Scheduled

Dakota Wesleyan University will host the first of three Courageous Conversations on artificial intelligence in education Sept. 30 in Mitchell, focusing on how educators can use AI to strengthen students’ thinking skills.

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