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Tom Berg, MHS PLTW Instructor, for Excellence in Engineering Education
Local
3 months ago
Mitchell High School Instructor Tom Berg Honored for Excellence in Engineering Education

Mitchell High School PLTW instructor Tom Berg has been recognized for excellence in engineering education, highlighting his impact on students pursuing STEM careers.

DKU to honor Violet Boyer and Lou and Carol Sebertt
Education
3 months ago
Dakota Wesleyan to Honor Seberts, Alumna Violet Boyer at 2026 Commencement

Dakota Wesleyan University will award honorary doctoral degrees to the late Lou Sebert, Carol Sebert and alumna Violet Boyer during its May 10 commencement ceremony in Mitchell.

Old Mitchell High School
Local
3 months ago
Mitchell High School Alumni Unearth Time Capsule Ahead of Building Demolition

A group of Mitchell High School graduates recently returned to campus to recover a time capsule they buried more than 20 years ago, uncovering memories from their Class of 2005 days.

Local
3 months ago
Demolition of Old Mitchell High School Begins After Delay

Crews have started tearing down the former Mitchell High School following a delay tied to an asbestos paperwork error, as the district reflects on a successful first year in the new facility.

The Chamber Courtyard in downtown Mitchell, located across from the Corn Palace, will host student-run storefront businesses during the summer tourism season as part of the Mitchell Student Business Competition.
Education
3 months ago
Mitchell Students Win Retail Space Near Corn Palace in Entrepreneur Competition

Young entrepreneurs in Mitchell are launching businesses near the Corn Palace after winning a Shark Tank-style competition aimed at boosting local retail and hands-on learning.

DWU names finalist in it's Dinstinction awards
Education
4 months ago
DWU announces winners from Spring 2026 Scholarship Day

Dakota Wesleyan University has announced spring scholarship winners for the class of 2026.

27 high school seniors competed last month for the university’s most prestigious scholarships as part of DWU’s Spring Scholarship Day on Feb. 20. Students with outstanding academic status, leadership potential and commitment to serving others were invited to campus to meet with faculty, staff and students, or virtually, while exploring opportunities at DWU.

Mitchell School Board Approved
Education
4 months ago
Mitchell School Board Race May Form as Petition Deadline Nears

A potential race is developing for the Mitchell School Board as incumbent Deb Everson seeks re-election and Vanessa Klock takes out a nominating petition. The filing deadline is March 24, with an election set for June 2 if needed.

Business
5 months ago
Mitchell Community Scholarship Fund Radiothon is ready to go on KOOL 98-3 and KMIT

The Mitchell Community Scholarship Fund will hold its 23rd annual Radiothon fundraiser Monday, Feb. 23, on KOOL 98-3 and KMIT. Donations support scholarships for seniors at Mitchell High School and Mitchell Christian School, with prize drawings for pledges.

South Dakota homeschooling numbers; South Dakota alternative instruction enrollment; SD Department of Education enrollment data; 12,433 alternative instruction students; public school enrollment 135,577 South Dakota; homeschool increase 2025-26; hybrid microschools South Dakota; South Dakota private school enrollment decline; South Dakota student enrollment by district.
Education
5 months ago
Homeschooling and Alternative Instruction Rise in South Dakota as Public, Private Enrollment Dips

New South Dakota Department of Education enrollment data show “alternative instruction” — which includes homeschooling and some hybrid or microschool options — increased by nearly 950 students this school year, while public and private school enrollment declined slightly.

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Business
5 months ago
Deb Everson Takes Out Petition to Seek Re-Election to Mitchell School Board

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.