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Crime
11 months ago
Wagner Man Faces Multiple Rape Charges

Nicholas Frederick, 28, of Wagner, faces four counts of fourth-degree rape involving a 14-year-old girl he met online. The alleged incidents occurred between January 2023 and May 2024.

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Crime
11 months ago
Sioux Falls Daycare Worker Accused Of Abuse

Chelsea Struss, a daycare worker in Sioux Falls, is in jail facing serious child abuse charges. Accused of hitting and pushing toddlers at NXTgen Kidz daycare, the incidents were reportedly captured on camera. She remains in custody at Minnehaha County Jail awaiting her first court appearance.

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Crime
11 months ago
Sioux Falls Man Convicted Of Killing Cats Accused Again

Cory Martinson of Sioux Falls is back in jail after violating probation in a shocking animal abuse case. Already convicted for killing cats, Martinson now faces new accusations of killing four kittens while caring for them.

Opinion
12 months ago
Guest Column: A message from the interns

Guest Column: A message from the interns By Jolene and Mark, Washington, D.C. Interns […]

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Government
12 months ago
Potential New Home Of TikTok Could Be SD

South Dakota could become the surprising new home of TikTok, as Governor Rhoden backs a bold effort by Wyoming-based Rasner Media to acquire the social media giant. The company has made a nearly $50 billion bid for TikTok, and recent talks between Rasner and Rhoden have sparked statewide interest.

Government
12 months ago
Mitchell’s $39M Wastewater Upgrade Taking Shape, Set to Wrap in 2026

Mitchell’s $39.2 million South Wastewater Treatment Complex is on track for completion by fall 2026, marking a major upgrade to the city’s infrastructure. Designed to support Mitchell’s ongoing growth, the project replaces outdated systems with energy-efficient, chemical-free technology.

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Local
12 months ago
ROAD CLOSURE – NORTH OHLMAN

North Ohlman St between Indian Village Rd and S Harmon Dr is currently open. […]

College
12 months ago
Sports Roundup: Friday 4/18/25

Mitchell The Mitchell varsity softball hosted Sioux Falls Roosevelt yesterday in Mitchell. The Lady […]

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Government
12 months ago
Sioux Falls Hazardous Material Call Found To Be Cooking Accident

An incident Wednesday in Downtown Sioux Falls is responsible for a scene that involved more than a dozen emergency vehicles.

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Government
12 months ago
Thune Talks Tariffs, DOGE, and Concerns at Box Elder Amazon Event

Senate Majority Leader John Thune visited Box Elder on Wednesday to celebrate a major achievement at the local Amazon facility—the processing of its one millionth package. During the event, Thune addressed several national issues, including former President Trump’s tariffs, encouraging the public to “trust the process” despite holding his own views.