The City of Mitchell will run an early garbage collection schedule on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, with routes operating from 7 a.m. to noon. The Mitchell Regional Landfill will also close at noon in observance of the holiday.
Mitchell’s world-famous Corn Palace isn’t just a quirky landmark — it’s a living tribute to the farmers and families who built the city’s agricultural legacy. Learn how this iconic facade continues to honor South Dakota’s heartland roots.
Mitchell High School and Dakota Wesleyan University teams faced a full slate of competition this week, highlighted by DWU basketball sweeps at the Corn Palace and standout GPAC honors in football and volleyball. The Mitchell Kernels fell to Brandon Valley in volleyball, while DWU golf and soccer wrapped up tough outings on the road.
The South-Central Alcohol Task Force conducted 16 alcohol compliance checks in Mitchell on Nov. 4, 2025. Fifteen businesses passed, while one failed for selling alcohol to a minor without verifying identification.
In the early 20th century, Mitchell made a serious campaign to become the permanent state capital — complete with campaign ribbons, parades and a building designed as a potential capitol.
Colder air is set to sweep into the Mitchell area this weekend, bringing a dramatic temperature drop and the potential for the season’s first snowfall, according to the National Weather Service.
Mitchell’s fall leaf-collection program is underway through Nov. 21, giving residents a chance to dispose of yard waste before winter. City crews will make rounds weekly, with guidelines for pickup and drop-off posted on the city’s website.
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has officially opened submissions for its sixth annual “Name the Snowplow” contest, inviting residents, classrooms, and organizations statewide — including in Davison County.
The Mitchell Police Department is alerting residents to reports of checks being stolen from outgoing mail, following a similar warning issued by the Yankton Police Department.
In Mitchell, SD, expect sunshine and mild temperatures through midweek, with breezy and cooler conditions developing by Friday as clouds increase and rain chances return.