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Government
2 years ago
Mitchell Developer Won’t Sell Lot To The City After All

The Mitchell City Council has reversed its decision to purchase an empty lot downtown, causing owner John Adamo to withdraw his $1 offer.

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Government
2 years ago
Custer State Park Welcomes Bison Calves

Spring has arrived at Custer State Park, and with it comes the birth of baby bison. Park officials recently spotted the first bison calf of the season, marking the beginning of this year’s calving season.

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Agriculture
2 years ago
Drought Conditions Forecasted For Improvement

A state climatologist is cautiously optimistic about South Dakota’s drought conditions as summer approaches. Laura Edwards, with SDSU Extension, highlighted that recent rain and snow have come at a crucial time, allowing the soil to absorb moisture and retain it as the snow melts.

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Government
2 years ago
County Official Weighs In On Rhoden’s Homeowners Tax Relief Program

A county official is providing further clarity on Governor Rhoden’s homeowner tax relief proposal. In March, Governor Rhoden signed Senate Bill 216, which imposes a three-percent cap on the increase of owner-occupied property assessments through 2030.

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Government
2 years ago
Rhoden Continues “Open For Opportunity Tour”

Governor Rhoden continued his “Open for Opportunity” tour on Thursday, visiting Sioux Falls to engage with POET Biofuels, the world’s largest producer of biofuels and a leader in sustainable energy solutions.

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Government
2 years ago
Special Event Permit Applications scheduled for the Monday, April 7th, 2025, City Council Meeting

MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) The City of Mitchell received the following applications below for special events. […]

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Government
2 years ago
Sen. Rounds Co-Sponsors Bill to Keep AM Radio in New Vehicles

PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) South Dakota Sen. Mike Rounds has joined a bipartisan effort to ensure […]

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Government
2 years ago
Mitchell Developer Looking For Help On Lake Project

A local developer, Justin Thiesse, is facing challenges in building a $20 million senior living facility north of Lake Mitchell due to a lack of financial support from the Mitchell Area Development Corporation (MADC). Thiesse needs sewer infrastructure to move forward with the project, which is set to include a senior living center, apartments, a gas station, and other amenities, creating around 50 new jobs in Mitchell.

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Government
2 years ago
COVID-19 Funds For Behavioral Health Services Canceled

Behavioral health initiatives have suffered a multi-million dollar blow in South Dakota this week.

Lifestyle
2 years ago
SD-DOT Public Input On Corridor Project

The South Dakota Department of Transportation is inviting the public to participate in the I-90/S.D. Highway 38 Corridor Study. A public meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 7th, at 6 p.m. at West Central High School in Hartford.