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Lake Mitchell dam and spillway
Local
5 months ago
Mitchell Variance Request for Lake Mitchell Dam Approved by State Water Board

The City of Mitchell received approval for its variance request related to the Lake Mitchell Dam during Wednesday’s Water Management Board meeting.

Soccer ball resting against a goal net on a grass/astro turf field, close-up view from ground level.
Sports
5 months ago
Bob Lemon Named Mitchell High School Girls Soccer Head Coach

Mitchell High School has announced Bob Lemon as the next head coach of the Kernel girls soccer program, pending school board approval. Lemon previously led the program for six seasons.

Sports
5 months ago
Mitchell Sports Roundup: Kernel Golf & Track competing tomorrow + Twins look to fix road woes

High school softball area games on tap, Mitchell girls golf day off then back to competition tomorrow, Kernel track goes to Yankton tomorrow, Twins looking to get back on track & Timberwolves looking to go up 2-0 vs Spurs.

Updates from last nights City Council meeitng
Government
5 months ago
Mitchell City Council Reviews Flagpole Replacement, 13th Avenue Funding, and Development Projects

Mitchell City Council members discussed key infrastructure and development projects Monday, including Corn Palace flagpole replacement, 13th Avenue reconstruction financing, and housing updates.

Front of Sanford medical center with 'PENTAGON' entrance and blue-accented glass atrium in the center.
Sports
5 months ago
South Dakota High School Basketball Hall of Fame – Class of 2026 Inductees

The inductees for the South Dakota High School Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026 has been released and induction will be in August.

Sports
5 months ago
Mitchell Sports Roundup: Mitchell Baseball at Home & Softball looking for bounce back

High school softball results and next games, Mitchell Golf competing in back-to-back days, Kernel baseball & tennis at home, Twins back in action and NBA Semifinals keep rolling.

Dakota Wesleyan University named a “2026 Great College to Work For”
Education
5 months ago
DWU annual Day of Service event scheduled for May 5

Dakota Wesleyan University’s annual Day of Service returns May 5, sending more than 300 students, faculty and staff into the Mitchell community to complete volunteer projects. The event highlights DWU’s commitment to service through partnerships with local schools, nonprofits and public spaces.

KMIT's Mike Kelly hosting a live broadcast at the Guild on Saturday
Business
5 months ago
The Guild Hall Celebrates Grand Reopening in Downtown Mitchell | PHOTOS

The Guild Hall, a gamer-focused destination in Mitchell, has reopened in a new 20,000-square-foot location at 412 N. Main St., offering an expanded experience in the heart of downtown.

Water pipe
Local
5 months ago
UPDATED: Mitchell Water Shutoff Scheduled May 6 for Valve Replacement Work

Residents in parts of Mitchell should prepare for a temporary water shutoff Wednesday as crews replace a water valve. Service is expected to be interrupted for several hours in two neighborhoods.

KMIT's Mike Kelly presenting awards
Sports
5 months ago
Rosenquist, Ruesink Earn KMIT DWU Student-Athlete Awards for Excellence On and Off the Field

Dakota Wesleyan standouts Rylee Rosenquist and Landon Ruesink were honored with the long-running KMIT Student-Athlete Awards, recognizing success in athletics, academics and community leadership.