South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden will headline Lake Area Technical College’s annual Governor’s Luncheon in Watertown, raising funds for scholarships and campus improvements.
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden has signed more than 200 bills this session, including measures focused on airport expansion, genetic data privacy and public safety protections.
Mitchell School District officials will hold a public meeting to discuss the future of the Mass Customized Learning program amid declining interest and possible changes.
A longtime Mitchell resident and community leader has announced his candidacy for the City Council Ward 3 seat, highlighting decades of experience in the utility industry and a commitment to responsible growth and taxpayer stewardship.
Mitchell residents can take advantage of the city’s annual Spring Cleanup Week April 20–24, with curbside pickup for oversized items and free landfill access for small loads. Meanwhile, South Dakotans who are elderly or disabled have until April 1 to apply for a state program that freezes property values for tax purposes.
What started as a routine drive into town quickly turned into something unforgettable along Lake Mitchell. A quiet morning was suddenly interrupted by the thunder of wings as thousands of snow geese took flight overhead, their calls echoing across the sky.
Davison County Commissioners tackled a wide range of issues this week, including a potential burn ban, facility upgrades, and a new jail contract, while also approving routine business. Meanwhile, local fourth graders are preparing for a hands-on agriculture event at the fairgrounds, and officials are raising concerns after state policy changes reduced meal availability for seniors, putting added strain on the community’s Adult Nutrition Program.
Wessington Springs High School students will soon get hands-on meat processing experience through a new agricultural lab equipped with commercial-style tools. School officials say the program will support career training and help supply beef for school lunches.
Mitchell residents can set oversized items on the curb during Spring Cleanup Week, April 20-24, 2026, for city pickup on their regular garbage day. The city also will offer free landfill dumping for pickup-sized residential loads during the cleanup period.
Big Friend Little Friend has reached 101 active mentoring matches in Mitchell, connecting adult volunteers with local youth and families. Program leaders say the milestone highlights strong community support, but more mentors are still needed.