The South Dakota House voted 40-28 to defeat House Bill 1068, which would have limited liability for doctors and pharmacists who dispense ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine to adults under written protocols for off-label COVID-19 treatment.
The South Dakota Senate voted 27-7 to advance SB 89, creating an EMS funding task force to study whether emergency medical services should be treated as an essential service and how to pay for it as many rural services rely on volunteers.
Mitchell School Board member Deb Everson has taken out a nominating petition to run for re-election to the only seat up this year. Petitions are available through March 24, and a June 2 election will be held only if more than one candidate files.
The Mitchell City Council voted 7–1 against a $50,000-per-year agreement with Retail Strategies aimed at recruiting new retail businesses. Several council members said they want to explore local partnerships before committing city funds.
A Mitchell criminal case involving Courtney Stork is moving ahead after multiple delays, with the defendant opting to represent himself. A judge has denied motions to suppress evidence tied to two 2025 searches, and a new motions hearing is set for Feb. 17.
Mitchell law enforcement leaders say violent crime remains low and most calls involve property crime or drug activity, even as overall incident counts can look high due to the city’s size and thorough reporting
The Mitchell City Council voted 6-2 to override Mayor Jordan Hanson’s veto and move ahead with a $9,400 preliminary design agreement for a proposed five-hole par-3 short course at Lakeview Golf Course.
Delegation Encourages Administration to Quickly Approve South Dakota Disaster Declaration
“[G]ranting a major disaster declaration would allow the state to continue removing debris, repairing roadways, and rebuilding critical electrical infrastructure, as well as continue disaster mitigation activities.”
Central Electric Cooperative and other regional Touchstone Energy Cooperatives are accepting nominations for the fifth annual Who Powers You Contest through April 19, 2026, recognizing local people making a difference.
Mitchell High School will host a National Letter of Intent Signing Day event Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, in the MHS Commons, recognizing student-athletes committing to compete in college sports.