A fast-moving grass fire erupted northeast of Mitchell Regional Airport on Wednesday, drawing a multi-departmental response from Mitchell, Ethan, and Letcher fire crews. Driven by high winds and warm weather, the blaze spanned nearly a mile and scorched multiple fields before being contained with the help of a local farmer creating firebreaks.
Black Hills tourism officials are gearing up for the busy summer season, with major attractions like Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial continuing to draw thousands of out-of-state visitors.
The South Dakota Board of Education Standards has unanimously approved new Native American curriculum standards, despite objections from Tribal educators who say the process lacked formal input from all nine tribes.
A Day of Action food drive will take place Saturday, April 19, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Van Eps Park in Sioux Falls, supporting Feeding South Dakota and local hunger relief efforts.
Mitchell Technical College has been awarded the 2025–2026 Military Friendly® Gold School designation, placing it among the top institutions nationwide for supporting military and veteran students.
The Mitchell Board of Education has approved stricter cell phone rules at Mitchell Middle School, requiring students to store phones in lockers throughout the school day. Limited use is permitted only with staff approval. Repeated violations may lead to confiscation or parental pickup.
Authorities are actively searching for 22-year-old Savannah Standing Bear, who went missing from the Rosebud Reservation on March 24th. A $5,000 reward is being offered for information leading to her whereabouts. Savannah was last seen in Parmelee wearing a black shirt, jeans, and white Nike shoes.
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The South Dakota Department of Tourism is preparing to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week, set for May 4–10. This annual event highlights the critical role travel plays in supporting the economy and enhancing quality of life.
The Mitchell Planning and Zoning Commission has approved a proposal to vacate a section of North Winsor Street, clearing the way for new practice fields as the old Mitchell High School prepares for demolition.