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Government
1 year ago
Thune: Grateful for Law Enforcement Officers’ Service and Sacrifice This National Police Week

“I am grateful for the men and women of our nation’s law enforcement community – and particularly grateful for all of our South Dakota officers, who work tirelessly to safeguard our communities.”

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Agriculture
1 year ago
Car Theft Decline In Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls police report a decline in car thefts, but recent incidents show the threat remains. Over the weekend, a suspect broke into two apartments, stealing cash and two vehicles—only one of which has been recovered. Authorities reveal that over 80% of stolen cars were left unlocked with keys inside.

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Crime
1 year ago
High-Risk Offender Released Without Supervision

The South Dakota Department of Corrections has confirmed the release of Glenford Old Lodge, a 35-year-old high-risk sex offender, following the completion of his full sentence for sexual contact without consent in Hughes County.

Government
1 year ago
SECRETARY OF STATE ANNOUNCES 2025 Q1 SOUTH DAKOTA ECONOMIC REPORT

MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) – Secretary of State Monae L. Johnson is excited to announce the […]

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Education
1 year ago
DWU student economists prepare second annual regional report

MITCHELL—After last year’s successful creation of a business and economic data analysis summary report, […]

Agriculture
1 year ago
Mitchell Media Group Congratulates the 2025 Teacher of the Year

Congratulations to Hanson School teacher Mr. Jacob Giles, the Mitchell Radio Group/Iverson Auto Teacher […]

AAA expects 72 million Americans to travel the week of the Fourth of July
Government
1 year ago
South Dakota Lawmakers Address Lingering Vehicle Registration Fraud Amid Launch of New 605-Drive System

South Dakota legislators continue to address internal control failures tied to the state’s outdated vehicle registration system, even as the new 605-Drive platform is rolled out.

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Crime
1 year ago
New Forensic Evidence Leads to Dismissal of Murder Charges in Yankton Stabbing Case

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced the dismissal of murder charges against Theodore Kranig, Jr., 19, following new forensic evidence in the 2024 Yankton stabbing case.

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Crime
1 year ago
Man Dies In Tractor Accident

A tragic farm accident near Garretson, South Dakota, has left one man dead and another seriously injured after a tractor reportedly ran over both individuals. The Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene Tuesday afternoon, where one victim was pronounced dead, and the other was transported to a hospital with significant injuries.

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Weather
1 year ago
Rep. Johnson Raises Alarm Over Weather Service Cuts in South Dakota

Congressman Dusty Johnson is raising concerns about federal budget cuts to the National Weather Service, warning that reduced funding could jeopardize South Dakota’s ability to prepare for tornadoes, wildfires, and other severe weather events. In an interview with KELO Land News, Johnson emphasized the critical role of NOAA’s forecasting tools—like weather balloons—which have already been scaled back due to funding shortfalls.

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