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Government
4 months ago
Attorney General Jackley Appoints Mike Hockett, Dane Rasmussen as DCI Special Agents in Charge

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has appointed veteran law enforcement officers Mike Hockett and Dane Rasmussen as Special Agents in Charge (SAC) for the Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI). In their new leadership roles, Hockett and Rasmussen will oversee drug and major felony investigations, officer-involved shootings, agent training, and misconduct reviews.

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Government
4 months ago
AG Marty Jackley Authorizes DCI to Join Federal Immigration Enforcement Under 287(g) Program

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has authorized the Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) to participate in the federal 287(g) program, enabling state agents to assist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in enforcing federal immigration laws.

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Government
4 months ago
Sen. Mike Rounds Presses HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Mining Safety Grant Cuts Affecting South Dakota School of Mines

During a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) questioned HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about layoffs at the NIOSH Spokane Mining Research Division that have disrupted a federal grant to the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology

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Government
4 months ago
Rep. Dusty Johnson Introduces TEENS Act to Expand Work Hours for 14- and 15-Year-Olds

U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) has introduced the Teenagers Earning Everyday Necessary Skills (TEENS) Act, aimed at expanding work opportunities for 14- and 15-year-olds.

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Opinion
4 months ago
Senate Faces Unprecedented Hurdle as GAO Challenges Congressional Authority Over California EV Mandate

In a rare constitutional twist, the Senate is confronting an unprecedented challenge involving California’s Clean Air Act waivers and a sweeping electric vehicle mandate. While Congress has overturned 14 regulations this year through the Congressional Review Act (CRA), the Government Accountability Office (GAO) has now asserted that these particular rules do not qualify as overturnable

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Lifestyle
4 months ago
SD Statewide Virtual Hiring Event

Job seekers across South Dakota can connect with employers during the ‘Level Up Your Career’ virtual hiring event, hosted by the Department of Labor and Regulation today from 2 to 5 p.m.

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Government
4 months ago
Mitchell Council Approves First Step Toward Rental License Program

The Mitchell City Council has unanimously approved the first reading of a proposed ordinance to require rental licenses and inspections, potentially starting in January 2026. The law would mandate licensing for all rental units, regular inspections, and penalties for violations.

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Government
4 months ago
Big Turnout of Candidates for New Davison-Hanson Ambulance Board

Sixteen candidates are competing for seven seats on the newly approved Davison-Hanson Ambulance District board, with voters set to cast ballots on June 17. Created to support rural emergency services beyond Mitchell’s city limits, the district aims to raise $700,000 annually for staff and equipment. The elected board will convene for the first time on June 18 and face a tight deadline to finalize the budget by June 30.

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Government
4 months ago
Mayor Breaks Tie as Mitchell Council Moves Forward on Term Limits Debate

Mitchell Mayor Jordan Hanson cast his first tie-breaking vote to advance a controversial term limits ordinance during Monday’s City Council meeting. The 4-4 deadlock was broken after a lengthy debate, setting the ordinance up for a decisive second vote. I

Education
4 months ago
DWU to observe Memorial Day holiday, summer hours

MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) – Dakota Wesleyan University offices will be closed on Monday, May […]

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