Sports Roundup: Tuesday 8/26/25

By Drew Ivery August 26, 2025 9:19 am

Mitchell Golf

The Kernel boys golf team is set to compete this morning. They will have a Varsity Invitational vs Pierre on the road at Pierre Hillsview Golf Course at 10am.

DWU Golf

The Tiger men’s golf team gets set for day two in the Mount Marty Invitational at 10am again this morning. Today they’re competing at Fox Run Golf Course. The Tigers are in fourth place as a team after day one with a couple of athletes with a chance at the individual title. Dakota Munger and Connor Calahan sit in the Top 5. Calahan is tied for fifth at even par and score of 72, while Munger is tied for third at one under par and a 71 score. Also competing as a team for DWU are Peyton Betcher, Ben Wilber & Will Jarding. Jack Olson is competing as an individual only. For those interested in keeping track of the scores, the GGID on Golf Genius is MMUMEN25.

DWU Soccer

The Tiger men’s soccer team will play today against St. Ambrose (IA) in Davenport, Iowa. It will be at St. Vincent’s Athletic Complex at 2pm.

MLB

The Minnesota Twins took in the Toronto Blue Jays last night in Toronto. The Blue Jays kicked things off with a four-run first innings and were off to the races from that point on. They ended up taking the win, 10-4. These two teams will match up again tonight at 6:07pm.

Crime

19 hours ago

Judge Weighs ‘Stand Your Ground’ Defense in Tea Murder Case

A Lincoln County judge is weighing whether to dismiss a murder charge under South Dakota’s “stand your ground” law. Timothy Overton of Tea claims he shot contractor Isaiah Morales in self-defense during a June confrontation at his home. Prosecutors allege Overton attacked Morales with brass knuckles before firing the fatal shot, while the defense argues he was assaulted first. Testimony in the case resumes today in Canton.

Government

19 hours ago

Governor Rhoden Seeks Nominations for District 16 House Seat

Governor Larry Rhoden is seeking nominations to fill the vacant District 16 House seat following the passing of Representative Richard Vasgaard. Community members can apply or nominate someone through a link at MitchellNow.com, with nominations due by September 7.

Lifestyle

20 hours ago

Sioux Falls Tourism Sees Summer Slowdown

Sioux Falls tourism numbers fell this summer, with visits down 9% in June and 6% in July compared to last year. Experience Sioux Falls reports fewer travelers at Falls Park and other attractions, citing economic uncertainty and reduced international travel.

Government

20 hours ago

Record Number of Build Dakota Scholarships Awarded

South Dakota Lt. Governor Larry Rhoden announced a record 630 Build Dakota Scholarships awarded in 2025, helping students train for high-demand careers in healthcare, construction, law enforcement, and other vital industries. The full-ride scholarships require recipients to live and work in South Dakota for at least three years, strengthening the state’s workforce. Since its launch in 2015, more than 4,500 students have benefited from Build Dakota, a program designed to keep talent in-state and support economic growth.

Government

20 hours ago

Friends of Firesteel Push Lake Mitchell Fundraising to $3M Goal

Friends of Firesteel is rallying Lake Mitchell residents to help raise $3 million in support of the city’s $25 million lake restoration project. With $1.7 million already pledged from major foundations and private donors, the nonprofit is playing a key role in backing the long-awaited dredging effort. Mayor Jordan Hanson says while the city has secured full project funding, community donations will be recognized with a plaque once work begins in 2026 to restore Lake Mitchell’s health and vitality.