Riley Harrington

Hi this is James Riley, I am back at KOOL as your afternoon DJ.. I was born and raised in Armour SD, and went to Southeast Techincal College for Digital Media Production hoping to make it in the commercial filming business. I started my radio career with KOOL back in 2017. This opportunity was the first one to come along post graduation, and I started as a part time board op for football. I have been active in the community of Mitchell serving the Mitchell Area Community Theatre, both on stage and behind the curtain. In my free time I enjoy spending time with (Borat voice) my WHIFE , lifting weights, and enjoying nature. Music has always been a big part of my life, and this job has given me many opportunities to flex that muscle. My favorite artists include David Byrne, The Beastie Boys, and Jimmy Pop.

Local

2 years ago

Alcohol Sting Conducted in Mitchell

MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) On 07-15-24 the South-Central Alcohol Task Force conducted 17 alcohol compliance checks […]

One Big Beautiful Bill controversy South Dakota lawmakers divided reconciliation bill debate 2025 federal spending cuts South Dakota Dusty Johnson tax reform bill public services funding concerns South Dakota political divide GOP budget plan criticism conservative spending package $1.6 trillion budget reduction South Dakota tax policy debate One Big Beautiful Bill impact government funding priorities South Dakota congressional response

Local

2 years ago

Not Many Have Used the New Withdraw Signature Law

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The Legislature passed with an emergency clause, meaning the law took effect […]

Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., discusses Venezuela and federal law enforcement during a Fox News interview.

Local

2 years ago

Senator John Thune Upset by Illegal Immigration

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) In a speech on the US Senate floor, John Thune cited […]

Local

2 years ago

Hideaway Hills Case Revisited

BLACK HAWK, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Citing substantial evidence of irrevocable and wanton damage to their property […]

Local

2 years ago

Cows at the State Fair Must be Tested for Bird Flu

HURON, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) There will be a new requirement specifically for dairy cows during the […]

Local

2 years ago

Rounds, Manchin Legislation to Provide Back Pay to Military Officers Impacted by Holds Passes with Committee Version of FY25 NDAA

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) recently passed legislation introduced by U.S. […]

Obituaries

2 years ago

Tom Lee Strehlow, age 78, of Mitchell

Tom Lee Strehlow, age 78, of Mitchell, SD died Sunday, July 14, 2024 surrounded […]

Local

2 years ago

Annual Missouri Cleanup Completed

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Missouri River Cleanup around Pierre and Fort Pierre clears 2+ tons of […]

Local

2 years ago

Straight Line Winds Rip Through the Pierre Area

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) A storm with some wind gusts exceeding 80mph blew through central South […]

Local

2 years ago

Mitchell Crime Stoppers

MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Between 7-13-24 and 7-14-24 at about 9:11 AM, an unknown person(s) vandalized […]

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Education

2 days ago

Mitchell School District Names New Principal for Longfellow Elementary

The Mitchell School District has selected Todd Obele as the next principal of Longfellow Elementary School. Obele, currently superintendent of the Henry School District, will begin his new role July 1, replacing longtime principal Lisa Heckenlaible, who is retiring after years of service.

Education

19 hours ago

Mitchell Board of Education Reviews Elementary Handbook, Honors CTE Student Success

The Mitchell Board of Education reviewed minor updates to the district’s elementary handbook Monday night while also discussing student eligibility policies, approving personnel changes and recognizing career and technical education students.

High School

2 days ago

Wagner’s Ashlyn Koupal named South Dakota Miss Basketball for 2026

The 2026 South Dakota Miss Basketball award winner, Ashlyn Koupal.

Local

18 hours ago

Mitchell Ice Arena to Receive $1.7 Million in Facility Upgrades

The Mitchell Ice Arena will receive $1.7 million in upgrades, including roof repairs, improved drainage and additional parking as officials work to permanently fix long-standing leak issues at the facility.

Local

2 days ago

Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce to Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony for Chef Louie’s Revival

Chef Louie’s, one of Mitchell’s most iconic restaurants, is officially making its return. The Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce and Connect Mitchell Committee will host a groundbreaking ceremony May 20 for the new steakhouse location along the Highway 37 bypass.