Residents in Mitchell and across South Dakota are being urged to stay alert as scam calls, fake text messages and online fraud attempts continue to increase in 2026.
A proposed 38-unit apartment complex overlooking Lake Mitchell moved closer to construction after the Mitchell Planning Commission recommended approval of a new Tax Increment District tied to the Legacy Pointe development along North Harmon Drive.
High School softball results/next games, Kernel girls golf and boys tennis with successful outings, Mitchell track in Kimball tomorrow, Twins defeat Marlins and Timberwolves blown out in Game 5 by Spurs.
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.