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Government
3 weeks ago
Attorney General Jackley Responds to President Trump’s Executive Order on Marijuana Reclassification

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued a statement following President Trump’s Executive Order reclassifying marijuana to support expanded medical research, emphasizing that the change does not legalize marijuana under federal or state law.

Crime
3 weeks ago
Grand Jury Indicts Inmate, Former Prison Nurse in South Dakota Penitentiary Overdose Death

A grand jury has indicted a South Dakota inmate and a former state prison nurse in connection with a fatal overdose at the South Dakota State Penitentiary. Attorney General Marty Jackley says more cases remain under investigation.

Education
3 weeks ago
DWU announces winners from Fall 2025 Scholarship Day

MITCHELL, S.D. – Dakota Wesleyan University has announced fall scholarship winners for the class […]

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Crime
3 weeks ago
Attorney General Jackley Announces Settlement with Menards Over Rebate Advertising

South Dakota will receive more than $102,000 as part of a multistate settlement with Menards over claims the company deceptively advertised its 11% rebate program.

Business
3 weeks ago
South Dakota Cattlemen’s Foundation to award $15K in scholarships to South Dakota students

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.  (Mitchell Now)– Applications for the 2026 South Dakota Cattlemen’s Foundation Scholarship Program […]

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Government
3 weeks ago
Gov. Rhoden Backs Prison Seminary Model for South Dakota Corrections

Gov. Larry Rhoden has endorsed a recommendation to implement the Prison Seminary Model in South Dakota prisons, citing its focus on rehabilitation, character development and inmate transformation.

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Farm
3 weeks ago
National Red Power Round Up Returning to South Dakota State Fairgrounds in 2026

The 2026 National Red Power Round Up will bring International Harvester collectors and fans from across the country to the South Dakota State Fairgrounds in Huron next summer.

Government
3 weeks ago
Mitchell Announces Holiday Garbage and Recycling Schedule for Christmas

The City of Mitchell has announced changes to garbage, recycling and landfill operations due to the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day holidays.

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People
3 weeks ago
Rounds Highlights South Dakota Projects in Final Defense Authorization Bill

U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds says the final Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act includes major investments for South Dakota military facilities and a pay raise for service members.

Business
3 weeks ago
Two Nonprofits to Strengthen Services for Youth and Families

Abbott House has signed a letter of intent to acquire Wellfully in Rapid City, a move aimed at expanding youth mental health and behavioral health services across South Dakota.

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