January is National Hobby Month, and South Dakota’s Let’s Be Clear initiative is encouraging residents to choose healthy coping strategies — including hobbies — instead of “quick fixes” that may add stress over time. The campaign also points people to an online quiz with ideas for healthier stress relief.
The American Red Cross says the blood supply is “teetering” after the holidays and is urging donors to schedule blood or platelet appointments now. Donations made Jan. 1-25 come with an automatic entry for a Super Bowl LX trip giveaway.
Gov. Larry Rhoden and the South Dakota Department of Health say the state has secured $189.4 million in federal funding for fiscal year 2026 through the Rural Health Transformation Program, a new five-year rural health initiative.
Dakota Protein Solutions has filed a legal challenge against Turner County over operating permit conditions the company says could force its facility to close. A judge has temporarily blocked enforcement while the case moves forward.
Local veterans in Mitchell received personalized holiday gifts and visits from members of VFW Post 2750 and partner groups, bringing Christmas cheer to area care facilities.
With families gathering for the holidays, hosts are looking for fun, memorable ways to entertain guests — from local sightseeing and live shows to movie nights and festive bar crawls.
The City of Mitchell announced that its compost drop-off site on West 8th Avenue will close for the season on Dec. 12, 2025. Residents may continue taking compost to the Regional Landfill at no charge.
Sen. John Thune says federal investments in staffing and technology are moving the nation toward a more modern air traffic control system following shutdown-related travel delays.
The City of Mitchell will start plowing streets in District A at 11 p.m. on Dec. 1, and any vehicles left on the roadway will be ticketed and towed, officials said.
Emily’s Hope is expanding its Post-Overdose Response Team into Yankton County, offering free, confidential support and naloxone to people who survive an overdose. The program partners with local health and public safety agencies to connect residents with treatment, recovery resources and ongoing follow-up.