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.
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 softball results/next games, Mitchell girls golf and boys tennis in action, Kernel baseball earns No. 11 seed in Class A standings, Twins face the Marlins and the Timberwolves face the Spurs in Game 5 tonight.
The 2026 South Dakota Miss Basketball award winner, Ashlyn Koupal.
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.
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.
American Legion Post 18 will host its annual Memorial Day Program at 10 a.m. on May 25 at the Servicemen’s Cemetery in Mitchell. The public is encouraged to attend the ceremony honoring those who served the nation.
High school softball slate loaded with Mitchell also in action, Kernel boys tennis begins ESD meet today, Twins get past Guardians on the road and NBA Playoff Semifinals continue with a pair of Game 4’s.
A section of 5th Avenue will close Monday morning for ongoing street and utility improvements. Drivers are advised to avoid the construction area between Burr and Kittridge and use alternate routes.
Dry conditions across South Dakota have led Governor Larry Rhoden to activate the South Dakota Drought Task Force as concerns grow over agriculture and wildfire risks.