Mitchell native Katrina Willoughby played a key role in NASA’s historic Artemis II mission, training astronauts to capture stunning space images and helping document returning to the moon.
The City of Mitchell is advancing a comprehensive Safety Action Plan designed to reduce serious and fatal crashes across its roadway network by 2050. Officials are seeking public input through a transportation safety survey.
Multiple road and bridge projects are underway or upcoming across the Mitchell region. The South Dakota Department of Transportation is highlighting key updates for drivers to plan ahead.
South Dakota voters must register by May 18 to be eligible for upcoming elections. Officials urge residents to act now to avoid missing the deadline.
Davison County has distributed just over one-third of its opioid settlement funds, with tens of thousands still unspent as local officials weigh future use. Data highlights slower spending trends across South Dakota communities.
Mitchell residents are invited to share feedback on pedestrian and roadway safety during a May 5 open house. Community input will help guide a citywide safety action plan and support a federal grant application.
The Mitchell Police Department reported increased calls for service and accidents in March 2026 compared to last year, while total traffic stops declined overall despite higher activity within the city.
Large infrastructure projects, a tornado safe room, increased traffic enforcement and a major project bid well under budget highlighted the latest Mitchell City Council agenda.
The Mitchell City Council will consider infrastructure bids, license transfers, and ordinance updates during its April meeting, along with several consent agenda items and public hearings.
South Dakota Secretary of State Monae L. Johnson announced that candidate Robert Arnold did not submit enough valid signatures to qualify for the Democratic primary ballot for governor.