Gov. Larry Rhoden unveiled a $650M plan for a new Sioux Falls state prison at Benson Road, cutting costs by $175M ahead of the Sept. 23 special session.
Gov. Larry Rhoden unveiled draft legislation to replace South Dakota’s 140-year-old State Penitentiary, a key step ahead of the upcoming special session.
Mitchell Area Housing delayed Southlake Estates ribbon cuttings after weather setbacks. Streets wrap by Sept. 10, with an open house rescheduled for Sept. 25.
The Mitchell City Council begins reviewing the proposed 2026 budget and capital projects tonight, aligning priorities with the city’s Forward2040 vision.
The Mitchell School Board will weigh selling its Crow Lake wind turbine to Basin Electric, valued at $850K, during tonight’s 5:30 p.m. meeting.
Farmer celebrated its 25th annual Antique Car and Tractor Parade with over 100 entries, drawing nearly 1,000 spectators to the fall tradition.
Gov. Larry Rhoden proclaimed Sept. 19 as POW/MIA Recognition Day in South Dakota, honoring prisoners of war and those missing in action.
The Lake Mitchell Improvement Project faces delays as state officials require a flow and breach analysis before dam reconstruction can proceed.
A Lincoln County judge is weighing whether to dismiss a murder charge under South Dakota’s “stand your ground” law. Timothy Overton of Tea claims he shot contractor Isaiah Morales in self-defense during a June confrontation at his home. Prosecutors allege Overton attacked Morales with brass knuckles before firing the fatal shot, while the defense argues he was assaulted first. Testimony in the case resumes today in Canton.
Governor Larry Rhoden is seeking nominations to fill the vacant District 16 House seat following the passing of Representative Richard Vasgaard. Community members can apply or nominate someone through a link at MitchellNow.com, with nominations due by September 7.