SD Reports 170 New COVID-19 Cases On Wednesday

By Mitchell Now April 28, 2021 3:57 pm

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The governor says the bill protects religious freedom; critics question whether the out-of-state incident cited justifies a felony escalation.

Gov. Larry Rhoden on Friday announced legislation that would make disrupting a religious service a felony in South Dakota, arguing the change is needed to deter protests interfering with worship.

Senate Bill 113 would elevate an existing misdemeanor offense to a felony when a person intentionally targets a house of worship. Disrupting a religious service is already illegal under state law.

Business

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DWU Sioux Falls Nursing program has new location

Dakota Wesleyan University has relocated its in-person Associate of Science in Nursing program in Sioux Falls to 817 W. Russell St., citing expanded space and improved parking access.

Government

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Terry Sabers announces run for South Dakota House District 20 seat

Mitchell businessman and longtime community volunteer Terry Sabers says he’s running for the South Dakota House in District 20, focusing on workforce development, technical education and fiscal responsibility.

Government

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South Dakota Senate committee advances hemp-derived THC, kratom ban bills without recommendation

The Senate Health and Human Services Committee sent SB 61 (hemp-derived THC) and SB 77 (kratom) to the full Senate “without recommendation” after unanimous votes, signaling lawmakers are split on how — or whether — to regulate the substances.

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Glass Slipper Giveaway offers free prom dresses Jan. 31 at RiverTree Church in Mitchell

Students can pick out a free new or like-new prom dress during the 15th annual Glass Slipper Giveaway on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, at RiverTree Church in Mitchell. No application is required, and accessories are also available.