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Government
7 months ago
Tik Tok Deadline Approaches

With the federal deadline just days away for ByteDance to sell TikTok, Wyoming businessman Reid Rasner says South Dakota is a top contender to host the social media platform if his bid succeeds.

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Entertainment
7 months ago
Courtyard Concerts Return to Downtown Mitchell This Summer

Downtown Mitchell is alive with music once again as the popular Courtyard Concerts series returns for its second season. Hosted by the Mitchell Area Council of the Arts, the free outdoor concert series kicks off Friday with a performance by Dyna-Mite and the Romeos from noon to 1 p.m. across from the Corn Palace.

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Government
7 months ago
Hundreds Join Sioux Falls Walk To Raise Suicide Awareness And Support

Hundreds gathered in downtown Sioux Falls for the 14th annual Step Forward to Prevent Suicide walk, an event dedicated to raising awareness, honoring loved ones lost, and supporting mental health resources.

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Lifestyle
8 months ago
Taya Ritterbush Crowned Miss South Dakota’s Teen 2025, Heads to Nationals

Eighteen-year-old Taya Ritterbush of Hot Springs has been crowned Miss South Dakota’s Teen 2025, earning $3,500 in scholarships and winning top honors in interview and onstage conversation.

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Crime
8 months ago
Officer Justified In Pine Ridge Chase Shooting

A South Dakota officer has been cleared in a justified shooting that occurred during a high-speed chase on the Pine Ridge Reservation, sparking a multi-state manhunt for suspect Cody Dittman.

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Entertainment
8 months ago
Sioux Falls Expands Public Art with New Installations Across the City

Sioux Falls is expanding its public art scene, building on the legacy of the 30-year Sculpture Walk. According to City Planning Arts Coordinator Maren Engel, residents can expect to see new public art installations throughout the city. A newly unveiled mural can be viewed at The 300 Building on Dakota Avenue, and upcoming works are set for Ronning Library, Oakview Library, and The Perch Neighborhood Kitchen in the Cathedral District.

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Government
8 months ago
Wyoming Businessman Eyes TikTok Purchase, Plans Key Role for South Dakota and Dakota State University

Wyoming businessman Reid Rasner is making headlines with his bid to acquire social media giant TikTok— and if successful, he says South Dakota will become a strategic hub for the platform. Dakota State University in Madison is expected to be a major benefactor.

Entertainment
8 months ago
Karl’s TV & Appliance Celebrates Grand Opening at New Mitchell Location

Mitchell, SD — The Connect Mitchell Committee of the Mitchell Chamber of Commerce held […]

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Education
8 months ago
Mitchell High to Honor Class of 2025 at Commencement

Mitchell High School will honor the Class of 2025 during its graduation ceremony this Sunday at 2 p.m. inside the historic Mitchell Corn Palace. The celebration will feature speeches by seniors Maxwell Hart and Ashlyn Reynolds, who were selected by their peers to represent the graduating class. School board members will be present to award diplomas as families, friends, and community members gather to celebrate this milestone achievement.

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Government
9 months ago
Musick Challenges Mitchell’s Tourism Focus, Urges City to Prioritize Job Growth

At a recent Mitchell City Council meeting, retired businessman Roger Musick urged city leaders to shift their focus from tourism to job creation, arguing that employment opportunities—not tourist attractions—are the backbone of the local economy.