Billy Lurken

Billy Lurken is the News Director for the Mitchell Radio Group. Have a news tip? Send an email to news@kmit.com

Obituaries

2 years ago

Carol Vilhauer, 68, Mitchell

Carol died Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Firesteel Healthcare Center in Mitchell. Funeral services […]

Obituaries

2 years ago

Larry Boehmer, 86, Mitchell

Larry died Monday, January 29, 2024, at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls. Mass […]

High School

2 years ago

South Dakota boys high school basketball scores from Tuesday, January 30th

BOYS PREP BASKETBALL Aberdeen Christian 61, North Central 32 Aberdeen Roncalli 62, Tiospa Zina […]

High School

2 years ago

South Dakota girls high school basketball scores from Tuesday, January 30th

GIRLS PREP BASKETBALL Avon 51, Menno 21 Brandon Valley 44, Marshall, Minn. 41 Brookings […]

Local

2 years ago

Joint Appropriations Committee hears testimony regarding financial expenses caused by natural disasters

(SDBA) In a hearing before the Joint Appropriations Committee this morning, testimony highlighted the […]

Education

2 years ago

DWU to host Scholarship Day competition on February 16th

MITCHELL – High school students interested in enrolling at Dakota Wesleyan University in August […]

Local

2 years ago

Is it time to re-examine 50 year old sales and property tax relief program for low-income seniors and the disabled?

PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) — Some members of the Joint Appropriations Committee think it might […]

Local

2 years ago

Legislative panel shoots down South Dakota bill to raise the age for marriage to 18

PIERRE, S.D. (AP) — Sixteen- and 17-year-olds call still wed in South Dakota after […]

Education

2 years ago

Senate Education Committee passes school safety bill

PIERRE – South Dakota State Senators want basic requirements in place to assure the […]

Crime

2 years ago

Joint Appropriations Committee hears from Department of Corrections Secretary Wasko

PIERRE, S.D. (SDBA) — The Joint Appropriations Committee hearing on Monday on the Department […]

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Lifestyle

10 hours ago

Bird Flu Outbreak Hits South Dakota Turkey Flocks

South Dakota is facing a major bird flu outbreak, with more than 135,000 turkeys destroyed at three facilities to contain the spread. North Dakota has also reported cases, losing over 60,000 turkeys in commercial flocks. Agriculture officials stress that poultry products remain safe to eat despite the outbreak.

Government

10 hours ago

AG Marty Jackley Launches Campaign for Congress

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has officially entered the race for Congress, launching his campaign in his hometown of Sturgis. Jackley, now in his fourth term as Attorney General, joins State Senator Casey Crabtree in the Republican primary to replace Congressman Dusty Johnson, who is seeking the governor’s office. Highlighting his conservative record, Jackley says he will prioritize public safety, border security, economic growth, and accountability in Washington while continuing to serve as AG.

Crime

10 hours ago

Huron Contractor Sentenced for Defrauding Customers

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced that Huron contractor Julio Morales-Ortiz has been sentenced for defrauding seven customers out of more than $36,000. Morales-Ortiz pleaded guilty in Beadle County Circuit Court to theft by deception, receiving a suspended 10-year prison sentence, probation, and jail time.

Government

10 hours ago

Freedom Caucus Pushes Back on $650M Prison Plan

South Dakota lawmakers will meet in a special session to decide on a proposed $650 million men’s penitentiary in Sioux Falls, but members of the Freedom Caucus remain opposed. While Lieutenant Governor Tony Venhuizen, who led the prison task force, says he’s confident in the plan’s passage, caucus members fear the price tag could balloon to $1 billion. Governor Rhoden’s office maintains the project is capped at $650 million.

Government

10 hours ago

Mitchell Plans Second Fire Station to Speed Up Response Times

Mitchell city officials are proposing a $2.5 million fire station on the north side of town to improve emergency response times and reduce insurance costs for residents. The station would be built near the old water treatment plant on Highway 37, with design work beginning in 2026 and an opening planned for 2027. City leaders say the new location will allow firefighters to reach the north side more quickly, while housing four firefighters who will share equipment with the current Public Safety building.