Mitchell’s fall leaf-collection program is underway through Nov. 21, giving residents a chance to dispose of yard waste before winter. City crews will make rounds weekly, with guidelines for pickup and drop-off posted on the city’s website.
The Mitchell Police Department is alerting residents to reports of checks being stolen from outgoing mail, following a similar warning issued by the Yankton Police Department.
In Mitchell, SD, expect sunshine and mild temperatures through midweek, with breezy and cooler conditions developing by Friday as clouds increase and rain chances return.
Mitchell High School and Mitchell Middle School both outperformed state averages in South Dakota’s 2025 education report card, earning strong marks for academic achievement and student progress across core subjects.
With colder weather settling in, Mitchell city crews and the South Dakota Department of Transportation are preparing roads for winter conditions across Davison County. Drivers can expect routine snowplow operations, sand placement at major intersections, and continued traffic signal adjustments at several Mitchell intersections.
Looking for fun beyond Halloween candy? From live music and family activities to fall-themed events, Mitchell offers plenty to do this weekend, Oct. 30 through Nov. 1.
Families in Mitchell can expect a chilly, windy Halloween night on Friday, Oct. 31, with temperatures dropping into the upper 20s and gusty northwest winds. The National Weather Service forecasts mostly cloudy skies and advises dressing warmly for evening trick-or-treating.
New parking fees and fines in Downtown Sioux Falls are drawing concern from City Councilor Curt Soehl, who fears the changes may reverse years of economic growth and revitalization.
Extreme cold expected in Mitchell SD. this week. Local residents are bracing for record cold temperatures in South Dakota.
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