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Government

2 years ago

Thune issues statement on McConnell announcement

WASHINGTON (MITCHELLNOW) Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell, the longest serving party leader in Senate history, […]

Government

2 years ago

South Dakota voters asked to approve work requirement for Medicaid expansion

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) South Dakota’s voters will be asked this fall to say whether […]

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Agriculture

2 years ago

Amendment aids passage of controversial pipeline bill; expected to be heard by SD House today

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW)An amendment to a highly-followed, controversial bill that would lay the groundwork […]

Government

2 years ago

Governor Kristi Noem signs 97th bill into law for 2024 legislative session

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Governor Kristi Noem signed the following nine bills into law: SB […]

Government

2 years ago

Attempt to fund state study on child care killed by SD Senate

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) An attempt to fund a state study on child care died […]

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Government

2 years ago

Davison County Commission to receive 4-H update at Tuesday meeting

MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The Davison County Commission meets this morning at 9 AM at […]

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Government

2 years ago

District 20 Representative Ben Krohmer 2024 Legislative Article – Week 7

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELL NOW) Week 7 in the state legislature has come and gone […]

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Government

2 years ago

District 19 Senator Kyle Schoenfish 2024 Legislative Article – Week 7

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELL NOW) Crossover Day occurred Wednesday of week seven. That is the […]

Government

2 years ago

Barington and Smith to run for re-election to Mitchell City Council

Mitchell, S.D. (MITCHELL NOW) Two longtime Mitchell City Council members will run for re-election […]

Government

2 years ago

No one injured in Sunday afternoon plane crash at Watertown Regional Airport

WATERTOWN, S.D. (MITCHELL NOW) There were no injuries Sunday afternoon when a single-engine plane […]

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Business

1 day ago

Black Hills National Forest Offers Online Christmas Tree Permits for 2025 Holiday Season

Christmas tree permits for the Black Hills National Forest are now available through Recreation.gov, offering families a convenient way to harvest their own holiday tree. Officials say the program also supports forest health by thinning overcrowded stands.

Government

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Team Buche Cares, Farmers Union Industries Distribute Food Aid Statewide After SNAP Delay

With SNAP benefits delayed during the recent government shutdown, Team Buche Cares and Farmers Union Industries have launched statewide efforts to support families facing food insecurity. The groups are distributing 10,000 pounds of pork loin and have already provided $300,000 in SNAP replacement certificates.

Crime

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Two Florida Men Face 66 Forgery Charges After Multi-State Credit Card Scam Along I-29

Two men from Florida are facing dozens of forgery charges in Codington County after law enforcement linked them to a multi-state credit card scam involving Walmart stores in Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota. Authorities say a traffic stop led to the discovery of more than 300 credit cards and multiple skimming devices.

Local

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South Dakota Department of Health Celebrates National Rural Health Day

South Dakota leaders are recognizing National Rural Health Day, highlighting the state’s rural and frontier communities and honoring Jones County Ambulance Service as the 2025 Community Star. The observance underscores ongoing efforts to strengthen healthcare access across rural South Dakota.

Crime

2 days ago

Sioux Falls Police Seek Early Radio Purchase to Save $300,000

Sioux Falls Police Chief Jon Thum says buying radio equipment ahead of schedule could save the city $300,000. The City Council has approved the first reading of the proposal, with final consideration expected in early December.