Mitchell will see a cool and unsettled start to the work week with rain and thunderstorms Monday, followed by gradual warming and additional shower chances by Friday.
Drivers in Mitchell should prepare for a long-term closure of the eastbound Interstate 90 on-ramp at Exit 332 beginning May 19.
A Mitchell man has been found guilty of two counts of first-degree rape involving children under 13 years old following a change of plea in Davison County Circuit Court. Sentencing is scheduled for Sept. 25, 2026.
Mitchell will see summerlike warmth Friday and Saturday before thunderstorms move into the area Sunday, bringing the potential for gusty winds and hail.
Mitchell’s housing market is seeing more homes for sale and softer prices this spring, giving buyers more opportunities while sellers adjust to changing market conditions. Realtor.com data shows inventory is up more than 22% year over year as median listing prices decline heading into May.
The Palace City Farmers Market is set to return to downtown Mitchell on June 6, bringing locally grown produce, homemade goods and handcrafted items to the Corn Palace Plaza each Saturday through the end of September.
Davison County residents planning to vote in South Dakota’s June 2 primary election must register by May 18. Voters can check their registration status online or download a voter registration form before the deadline.
Residents in Mitchell and across South Dakota are being urged to stay alert as scam calls, fake text messages and online fraud attempts continue to increase in 2026.
A proposed 38-unit apartment complex overlooking Lake Mitchell moved closer to construction after the Mitchell Planning Commission recommended approval of a new Tax Increment District tied to the Legacy Pointe development along North Harmon Drive.
Mitchell and the surrounding area will host a busy lineup of entertainment, athletics and community events this weekend, including live music performances, cancer awareness races, collegiate athletics and graduation ceremonies.