Memorial Day weekend in Mitchell offers something for everyone, from outdoor recreation and local museums to golf, family activities, and iconic attractions like the Corn Palace. Residents and visitors can enjoy community events, summer weather, and plenty of ways to explore the Palace City during the holiday weekend.
South Dakota voters will consider a proposed constitutional amendment on the Nov. 3 general election ballot that would require future constitutional amendments and revisions to receive at least 60% voter approval to pass.
Mitchell High School will hold commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2026 on Sunday, May 24, at the Mitchell Corn Palace.
Mitchell will see a cool and unsettled start to the work week with rain and thunderstorms Monday, followed by gradual warming and additional shower chances by Friday.
LifeServe has scheduled two blood drives this June in Mitchell S.D.
Drivers in Mitchell should prepare for a long-term closure of the eastbound Interstate 90 on-ramp at Exit 332 beginning May 19.
A Mitchell man has been found guilty of two counts of first-degree rape involving children under 13 years old following a change of plea in Davison County Circuit Court. Sentencing is scheduled for Sept. 25, 2026.
Mitchell will see summerlike warmth Friday and Saturday before thunderstorms move into the area Sunday, bringing the potential for gusty winds and hail.
Mitchell’s housing market is seeing more homes for sale and softer prices this spring, giving buyers more opportunities while sellers adjust to changing market conditions. Realtor.com data shows inventory is up more than 22% year over year as median listing prices decline heading into May.
The Palace City Farmers Market is set to return to downtown Mitchell on June 6, bringing locally grown produce, homemade goods and handcrafted items to the Corn Palace Plaza each Saturday through the end of September.