Governor Larry Rhoden has signed several pro-military and veteran bills into law, continuing his strong support for military personnel and veterans. Key legislation includes Senate Bill 6, which aids federal military school buildings, House Bill 1161, focusing on veteran designations, and HB 1188, allowing nonresident military members to purchase temporary waterfowl licenses.
Mitchell Main Street is getting a facelift with road closures starting this week for upgrades at Fourth Avenue and Main Street. The project includes new asphalt, sewer and water line replacements, ADA-compliant ramps, and improved stormwater management.
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The Mitchell City Council will tour the CHR building at 1515 N. Sanborn Blvd. today as part of a work session.
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources has approved nearly $140 million in funding for clean water projects across the state. This investment, which includes grants and low-interest loans, will support drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater projects in various communities, including Aberdeen, Bison, Box Elder, Dell Rapids, Huron, and Mitchell.
South Dakota is joining a multi-state effort to seek approval for a $39.1 million settlement with Apotex, a generic drug maker accused of inflating prices and limiting competition.
Governor Rhoden has been actively signing important legislation at the South Dakota State Capitol. On Thursday, he signed six bills aimed at prioritizing the well-being of South Dakota residents, including House Bill 1061, which ensures parents have access to their children’s medical records.
A private bus rolled over on I-90 near Vivian, South Dakota, on Saturday afternoon, sending several passengers to local hospitals. The crash, caused by hazardous road conditions due to snow and ice, fortunately resulted in no fatalities, and none of the injuries were life-threatening.
South Dakota has earned a prestigious AAA credit rating from Fitch Ratings, maintaining its strong financial position. Governor Rhoden praised the state for achieving its 136th consecutive balanced budget, a key factor in securing the top rating.
Thousands of pounds of ground coffee have been recalled due to a labeling error, affecting hundreds of 12-ounce bags of Our Family Traverse City Cherry Decaf Light Roast Ground Coffee. The recall was initiated by the FDA on March 13th, 2025, after the product, which was mislabeled as decaffeinated, was found to contain caffeine.
