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House Bill 1187, which would add school coaches to South Dakota’s mandatory reporter law, is scheduled for Senate consideration on Monday, March 9.
Government
2 weeks ago
South Dakota Senate to Consider Bill Requiring School Coaches to Report Suspected Child Abuse

The South Dakota Senate is set to take up House Bill 1187 on Monday, March 9. The measure would add a “coach of a school activity” to the state’s list of mandatory reporters of child abuse or neglect.

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Business
2 weeks ago
Mitchell-Area Groups Can Apply for Central Electric Operation Round-Up Grants by May 1

Central Electric Cooperative is accepting Operation Round-Up grant applications through May 1 for projects that benefit local communities. The program helps fund nonprofits, clubs and community groups across the cooperative’s service area.

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.
Local
3 weeks ago
Mitchell Student Business Competition to launch summer storefronts near Corn Palace

MITCHELL, S.D. — What if a student’s classroom idea could become a real storefront […]

The 112th student-built home by Mitchell Technical College is now for sale by sealed bid at 1527 E. Eighth St. in Mitchell’s Ridgeview on Foster development.
Business
3 weeks ago
Mitchell Tech student-built home for sale in Ridgeview on Foster; sealed bids start at $385,000

Mitchell Technical College has completed its 112th student-built home at 1527 E. Eighth St. in Mitchell. The 1,845-square-foot, three-bedroom home is available by sealed bid with a minimum bid of $385,000.

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Government
3 weeks ago
South Dakota teachers urge lawmakers to use revenue boost as budget, property tax decisions near finish line

With the 2026 South Dakota legislative session nearing key deadlines, education advocates are pressing lawmakers to put a recent revenue uptick toward K-12 funding as districts warn of potential seven-figure cuts.

South Dakota State Capital
Government
3 weeks ago
South Dakota teachers urge lawmakers to use revenue boost as budget, property tax decisions near finish line

With the 2026 South Dakota legislative session nearing key deadlines, education advocates are pressing lawmakers to put a recent revenue uptick toward K-12 funding as districts warn of potential seven-figure cuts.

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Government
3 weeks ago
South Dakota Delegation Backs U.S. Strikes on Iran, Cites Nuclear Threat as Conflict Escalates

South Dakota Sens. John Thune and Mike Rounds and Rep. Dusty Johnson said they support the latest U.S. military action against Iran, pointing to nuclear and terrorism concerns. The statements came as national and international outlets reported that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a U.S.-Israeli strike.

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Business
3 weeks ago
Mitchell, South Dakota weather forecast: Rain and gusty winds Monday, warm midweek, rain likely Friday

Showers and breezy conditions kick off the workweek in Mitchell, followed by a sunny warm-up into Thursday before rain chances return Friday

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Government
3 weeks ago
District 20 lawmakers talk property taxes, data centers at DWU Mitchell cracker barrel

District 20 legislators fielded questions in Mitchell about Gov. Larry Rhoden’s property tax plan, data center incentives and proposals aimed at improving rural roads and small-bridge infrastructure.

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Government
3 weeks ago
Mitchell Corn Palace named official stop on DOT Great American Road Trip for America 250

Mitchell’s Corn Palace has been selected as an official stop on the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Great American Road Trip, putting the landmark in a national spotlight tied to the America 250 celebration