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Rural Mainstreet Index Shows Toughest Farm Economy in Five Years Across Small Towns

Small farming communities are facing their toughest economy in five years, according to Creighton University’s Monthly Rural Mainstreet Index.

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Davison County Commission Approves Jail Training Role, Fairgrounds Fee Hike, and New Agreements

The Davison County Commission approved several updates and resolutions during last week’s meeting. Commissioners voted to create a new training position at the county jail, raise fairgrounds setup and teardown fees, and add an Amazon Prime membership to cut shipping costs.

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Dakota Wesleyan University Crowns 2025 Blue and White Days Homecoming Royalty

Dakota Wesleyan University has named its 2025 Blue and White Days Homecoming Royalty. Nursing major and senior class president Jaelyn Benson of Garretson and student-athlete Landon Ruesink of Dell Rapids were crowned during last night’s ceremony.

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Public Invited to Share Feedback on Highway 115 Corridor Study Between Dell Rapids and Sioux Falls

The South Dakota Department of Transportation is seeking public input on a corridor study for S.D. Highway 115, stretching from 4th Street in Dell Rapids to East Dike Place in Sioux Falls.

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Mitchell Park Board Bans Food Trucks at City Sporting Events Due to Parking Concerns

The Mitchell Park and Recreation Board has voted to prohibit food trucks and mobile vendors from setting up during sporting events at city parks, citing limited parking.

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DWU to honor Distinguished Alumni, Legacy Family

MITCHELL, S.D. — Dakota Wesleyan University will honor three distinguished alumni and present its […]

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ROAD CLOSURE – SNEAD AVENUE 10-21-24, 2025

ROAD CLOSURE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21ST 7:30 AM SNEAD AVENUE FROM TIGER STREET EAST 1 […]

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Road Closure Notice for Paving Project on October 21, 2025

STREET CLOSURES FOR PAVING PROJECT ON OCTOBER 21, 2025 BEGINNING AT 7:30 AM – […]

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South Dakota Students Outperform National Average on ACT, Class of 2025 Posts 21 Composite Score

South Dakota students continue to outscore national averages on the ACT exam, maintaining the state’s academic edge.

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Strong Start to South Dakota Pheasant Season as Hunters Flock to Fields After Record Harvest Year

South Dakota’s pheasant hunting season opened last Saturday, and state wildlife officials say early reports indicate another strong year for bird numbers.