Opinion
3 weeks ago
Thune Reflects on 24th Anniversary of 9/11

“[M]y thoughts and prayers on this anniversary remain with those who still bear the […]

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Crime
3 weeks ago
Attorney General Jackley Announces Huron Contractor Sentenced For Defrauding Customers

PIERRE, S.D.  (MITCHELLNOW)  – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that a Huron […]

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Government
3 weeks ago
New DEA Regional Chief Targets Sinaloa Cartel’s Grip on Midwest

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has appointed Dustin Gillespie as the new Special Agent in Charge of the Omaha Region, a territory deeply impacted by drug trafficking networks. Gillespie, who previously served along the Southwest Border, brings firsthand experience in fighting international cartels.

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Government
3 weeks ago
Secretary of State Monae Johnson Announces Reelection Bid

South Dakota Secretary of State Monae Johnson has officially announced she will seek a second term in office. Johnson says she wants more time to complete several key projects, including upgrades to the state’s voter registration system and improvements to South Dakota’s business services platform.

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Government
3 weeks ago
Sioux Falls Homeowners Face Costly Battle as Emerald Ash Borer Decimates Trees

The Emerald Ash Borer infestation in Sioux Falls is reaching a costly stage for homeowners. City officials estimate more than 65,000 ash trees on private property will need to be removed as they become dangerously brittle and unsafe. The city has authority to take down hazardous trees and bill homeowners, with removal costs ranging from several thousand up to $10,000 per tree.

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Government
3 weeks ago
Sioux Falls Council Approves $207M Budget

The Sioux Falls City Council has approved the 2026 city budget, allocating nearly $207 million in general fund spending. This marks the final budget for City Councilor Curt Soehl, who noted the difficulty of balancing revenues and expenses amid economic uncertainty. Council members adopted several amendments to restore funding cuts from the original plan, including swimming pool hours, library hours, and economic development programs.

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Government
3 weeks ago
Emily’s Hope Expands Prevention Curriculum to Middle Schools

Emily’s Hope, a South Dakota nonprofit, is expanding its K–8 substance use prevention curriculum to schools nationwide for the 2025–26 school year. The evidence-based program now includes middle school lessons on peer pressure, brain development, social media safety, and naloxone awareness.

Local
3 weeks ago
South Dakota Soybean Processors Opens Historic Multi-Seed Processing Plant in Mitchell

South Dakota Soybean Processors celebrated the grand opening of High Plains Processing near Mitchell, the largest ag project in state history.

Lifestyle
3 weeks ago
Apple has unveiled its iPhone 17 lineup, including the first iPhone Air. Here’s what’s new

Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup is here. The tech giant on Tuesday unveiled four new models that mark the latest editions to its marquee product.

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Government
3 weeks ago
Three members to join DWU Board of Trustees

MITCHELL, S.D. – Dakota Wesleyan University announces the appointment of three members to its […]

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