Entertainment
3 months ago
Doctor who supplied ketamine to Matthew Perry and called him a ‘moron’ will plead guilty

A doctor charged with giving Matthew Perry ketamine in the month leading up to the “Friends” star’s overdose death will plead guilty, according to an agreement filed in court Monday.

Local Sports
3 months ago
Sports Roundup: Tuesday 6/17/25

Area Sports Today’s Amateur Baseball Winner/Colome at Mount Vernon Corsica at Parkston **Both games […]

u.s. senate
3 months ago
G7 leaders try to salvage their summit after Trump’s early exit

Six of the Group of Seven leaders are trying on the final day of their summit Tuesday to show the wealthy nations’ club still has the clout to shape world events despite the early departure of U.S. President Donald Trump.

National
3 months ago
Congress is holding emergency briefings on security after Minnesota shootings

Members of Congress will attend emergency briefings this week after the killing of a Minnesota state lawmaker brought renewed fears — and stoked existing partisan tensions — over the security of federal lawmakers when in Washington and at home.

Opinion
3 months ago
Can You Go Home Again?

Mitchell Now publishes opinion pieces representing both sides of a variety of topics. Opinions […]

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Crime
3 months ago
Attorney General Jackley, Dakota State University Launch RFP for Statewide Secure Email System for Local Governments

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley and Dakota State University (DSU)’s SecureSD […]

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Government
3 months ago
Prison Proposal Delayed As Task Force Seeks More Time To Finalize Plan

South Dakota’s prison project is facing a delay, as lawmakers request more time to review recommendations for building new correctional facilities. Lieutenant Governor Tony Venhuizen says the Project Prison Reset task force is still finalizing details, with a full proposal expected in July.

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Government
3 months ago
Davison County Commissioners to Canvass Election, Review Budgets, and Discuss Public Safety

The Davison County Board of Commissioners will hold a meeting this Wednesday at 9 a.m. in Mitchell, with a full agenda including the canvassing of the Davison-Hanson Ambulance District election, multiple budget reviews, and liquor license renewals.

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Government
3 months ago
S.D. Secretary of State Seeks Public Input on New Voter Registration Form

The South Dakota Secretary of State’s Office has released a draft voter registration form and is inviting public feedback to improve clarity and usability. Secretary Monae Johnson says the updated form aims to be easier to use and fully compliant with state and federal election laws.

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Business
3 months ago
Lawmakers Work To Improve Tribal Law Enforcement Shortage

Senator Mike Rounds is praising Attorney General Marty Jackley for a potential breakthrough in addressing the tribal law enforcement shortage in South Dakota. Jackley arranged for tribal police officers to be trained in-state alongside other law enforcement, eliminating the need for a six-month training program in New Mexico—a key barrier to recruitment. Rounds says Interior Secretary Doug Borglum, a former North Dakota governor, recognizes the urgency and is helping drive change.