A Mitchell criminal case involving Courtney Stork is moving ahead after multiple delays, with the defendant opting to represent himself. A judge has denied motions to suppress evidence tied to two 2025 searches, and a new motions hearing is set for Feb. 17.

Mitchell law enforcement leaders say violent crime remains low and most calls involve property crime or drug activity, even as overall incident counts can look high due to the city’s size and thorough reporting

The Mitchell City Council voted 6-2 to override Mayor Jordan Hanson’s veto and move ahead with a $9,400 preliminary design agreement for a proposed five-hole par-3 short course at Lakeview Golf Course.

Delegation Encourages Administration to Quickly Approve South Dakota Disaster Declaration
“[G]ranting a major disaster declaration would allow the state to continue removing debris, repairing roadways, and rebuilding critical electrical infrastructure, as well as continue disaster mitigation activities.”

Central Electric Cooperative and other regional Touchstone Energy Cooperatives are accepting nominations for the fifth annual Who Powers You Contest through April 19, 2026, recognizing local people making a difference.

A South Dakota House committee voted 9-6 on Feb. 2, 2026, to defeat a bill that would have removed enhanced-permit requirements for concealed carry on public college campuses.

The South Dakota Department of Health reported three additional influenza-related deaths in the past week, bringing the 2025-26 season total to nine as statewide flu activity remains widespread.

Dakota Wesleyan University’s theatre department will stage a one-hour cabaret fundraiser Feb. 6 at 401 Create by LifeQuest, featuring Broadway musical numbers and scenes from recent campus productions.