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Davison County planners to consider lot-size variance, two plats Oct. 6
Government
1 day 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.

Mitchell man sentenced to 85 years in prison for rape charges
Crime
5 days 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
5 days 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.

Headed toward Canton next week? Highway 11 crossing to close Monday
Roads & Traffic
5 days ago
Closure Scheduled on S.D. Highway 11 Near Canton for Railroad Crossing Improvement Project

Traveling toward Canton next week? A railroad crossing replacement will close S.D. Highway 11 north of U.S. Highway 18 beginning Monday, Sept. 28. Signed detours will be in place.

Car Show, Farmers Market and DWU Sports Highlight Mitchell Events
Entertainment
5 days ago
WEEKEND HAPPENINGS: Soccer, Cornicupia, Petal Pulls, and Local Shopping Fill Mitchell’s Weekend

Cornicupia, the National Pedal Pull Championships and the Palace City Farmers Market are among Mitchell’s events Sept. 26-27. Showers could affect outdoor plans Saturday.

news
6 days ago
Secretary Johnson is Accepting Nominations for John Lewis Youth Leadership Award

The John Lewis Youth Leadership Award is a statewide award recognizing individuals who have made a significant impact in their communities. Nominations are open through November 1, 2026.

Early voting in Mitchell, SD: What voters need to know for the 2026 election
Election
1 week ago
Early voting in Mitchell, SD: What voters need to know for the 2026 election

Early voting is underway in Mitchell and across South Dakota for the Nov. 3, 2026, general election. Here’s what Davison County voters need to know about voting early, absentee ballots, voter registration and identification requirements.

Local
1 week ago
How Mitchell Parents Can Save on Everyday Expenses

Whether it’s the grocery bill or the cost of heating your home through a long Davison County winter, paying for daily expenditures has become noticeably more expensive.

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