The South Dakota Project Prison Reset task force is meeting today to evaluate potential locations for a new men’s state prison, with two northeast Sioux Falls sites—North Bahnson Avenue and Benson Road—leading the shortlist.
A suspect in last summer’s deadly Dunham Park shooting is now back in South Dakota. Authorities say Lamont Burks Jr. and another man opened fire at the Sioux Falls park in August 2024, killing one person and injuring three others. Burks was arrested in South Carolina in November and was extradited to Minnehaha County, where he was booked into jail on Friday.
A proposed 25-acre development near Lake Mitchell could break ground this fall, pending final rezoning approval from the Mitchell City Council during tonight’s meeting. Spearheaded by developer Justin Thiesse, the mixed-use plan includes new housing, a senior living center, daycare, a coffee shop, and more.
A new after-school program in the Mitchell School District is stirring debate among local childcare providers. Launching in the 2025–26 school year, the KERNELS Program will offer free academic support and enrichment for elementary students from 3:15 to 5:30 p.m., funded by a private grant.
The Sioux Falls Driver License Express Station is transitioning to appointment-only service starting Wednesday, July 9th, in an effort to improve customer experience and reduce wait times.
Sioux Falls residents could soon see extra charges when paying for city services with a credit card. Finance Director Shawn Pritchett says budget pressures are prompting a proposal to pass those processing fees on to users, instead of the city covering the cost.
Nonprofits in Mitchell seeking city subsidy funding for fiscal year 2026 must now complete a revised, more detailed application process. Introduced by Mayor Jordan Hanson, the new five-page form includes eight in-depth questions requiring measurable goals and clear evidence of public benefit.
South Dakota Secretary of State Monae Johnson has unveiled a redesigned, user-friendly voter registration form to help residents register more easily and accurately. The updated form reflects feedback from the public, local election officials, and community organizations.
AAA is forecasting heavy travel across South Dakota this Independence Day, urging drivers to stay safe on the roads during the busy holiday period. Motorists are reminded to buckle up, avoid distractions, and inspect their vehicles before traveling.
Big changes are underway in South Dakota college sports as SDSU and USD join the national House vs. NCAA settlement. Starting today, both universities can offer expanded athletic scholarships across all sports, significantly impacting programs like football, where rosters can now receive up to 105 scholarships—up from the previous 65.