Sioux Falls residents continue storm cleanup efforts with support from the city. Public Works Director Mark Cotter announced that tree and branch drop-off sites are now open at the Sioux Empire Fairgrounds and Chambers Street.
South Dakota soybean farmer and newly appointed State Senator Brandon Wipf delivered a strong message to Washington on the critical role of the Federal Grain Inspection Service (FGIS) in ensuring international grain trade integrity.
The Mitchell Fire Department is searching for a new fire and EMS chief following the current chief’s decision to step down after serving since 2019. Preferring a return to hands-on work, the chief will transition to a battalion chief role starting the first week of August. Assistant Fire Chief Tiffany Boehmer will oversee department operations until a new chief is appointed.
The 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally revs up Friday in South Dakota’s Black Hills, drawing bikers from around the globe for the world’s largest motorcycle gathering. To manage the surge in traffic, officials have installed additional stop signs, speed trailers, traffic signals, and message boards.
Governor Larry Rhoden has ordered flags at the South Dakota State Capitol to fly at half-staff Friday in remembrance of former state legislator and Mitchell Mayor Lou Sebert. Sebert, who served in the South Dakota House from 1999 to 2006 and as Mitchell’s mayor from 2006 to 2012, will be honored during a funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m.
Mitchell, South Dakota, faced strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding Tuesday night as a severe storm moved through the region. Crews and law enforcement assessed storm damage, while Northwestern Energy addressed downed power lines.
Back-to-school shopping is starting early in South Dakota as families aim to stretch their budgets amid rising costs and looming tariffs. At Sioux Falls’ Empire Mall, parents are turning to online deals, couponing, and reusing supplies to save money.
A 37-year-old Murdo firefighter tragically died Saturday evening in a rollover crash while responding to a grass fire north of Draper, South Dakota. He was driving a fire tender when the vehicle left the road and rolled, ejecting him.
After months of public debate, the Mitchell City Council has quietly approved tax increment financing (TIF) and rezoning for the Peaceful Pines Senior Living Center. The 59,000-square-foot facility will feature 55 units offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care, as well as on-site amenities like a dining room, salon, and fitness area.
The South Dakota Highway Patrol will conduct sobriety checkpoints in 13 counties throughout August—including Minnehaha, Pennington, Lincoln, and Davison—as part of a statewide effort to prevent drunk driving.