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The Chamber Courtyard in downtown Mitchell, located across from the Corn Palace, will host student-run storefront businesses during the summer tourism season as part of the Mitchell Student Business Competition.
Education
4 months ago
Mitchell Students Win Retail Space Near Corn Palace in Entrepreneur Competition

Young entrepreneurs in Mitchell are launching businesses near the Corn Palace after winning a Shark Tank-style competition aimed at boosting local retail and hands-on learning.

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Sports
4 months ago
Mitchell Softball season begins tomorrow, DWU Baseball in Sioux City, Tiger Golf in Augie Spring Invitational, Twins fall to Rays & Timberwolves lose to Hornets

Mitchell Softball season begins tomorrow, DWU Baseball in Sioux City taking on Briar Cliff, Tiger Golf in Augie Spring Invitational over the next two days, Twins fall to Rays & Timberwolves lose to Hornets.

Work Week Weather Forecast
Weather
4 months ago
WORK WEEK WEATHER: Cold, Windy Start to Week in Mitchell, Warming Trend by Midweek

A chilly and breezy start to the workweek in Mitchell will give way to milder temperatures by midweek, with sunshine returning by Wednesday.

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Government
4 months ago
South Dakota Retirement System Expected to Trail Inflation for Sixth Straight Year

South Dakota’s public employee retirement system is projected to fall behind inflation again, with a modest cost-of-living adjustment expected in 2027.

Local
4 months ago
First Bison Calf of Season Born at Custer State Park

Custer State Park officials announced the first bison calf of the season, marking a spring milestone alongside recent wildlife births in the park.

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Government
4 months ago
South Dakota Reports Two New Flu Deaths as Seasonal Totals Continue to Rise

The South Dakota Department of Health reports two additional flu-related deaths, along with rising hospitalizations and case numbers statewide.

Members of the Mitchell Radio Group attempt the Lemon Head Challenge.
Government
4 months ago
Alex’s Lemonade Stand: From One Stand to a Nationwide Movement

Alexandra “Alex” Scott turned a simple lemonade stand into a nationwide movement to fight childhood cancer. Her idea lives on through Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, which funds research and supports families. Today, efforts like the Lemon Head Challenge—where participants bite into a lemon, share the moment, and donate—carry forward her mission, proving even small acts can make a big impact.

Voting Ballot
Government
4 months ago
South Dakota GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Debate CO2 Pipeline Issues, Property Rights

Republican candidates for South Dakota governor debated eminent domain and CO2 pipelines, while Democratic candidate Dan Ahlers criticized proposed property tax changes.

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Government
4 months ago
Jackley Joins Nationwide Effort to Classify Xylazine as Controlled Substance

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley is urging Congress to pass legislation targeting xylazine, a dangerous drug increasingly linked to deadly overdoses.

Mitchell School Board Approved
Business
4 months ago
51 Mitchell High School Students Inducted into National Honor Society

More than 50 Mitchell High School students were honored this week with induction into the National Honor Society, recognizing academic achievement, leadership, and service.