Two South Dakotans with some bumps in their past have officially been cleared to serve in law enforcement. On Wednesday, the state’s Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training Commission gave the green light to Patrick Iyotte and Ashley Yellow Bull after separate hearings. Iyotte, now a deputy in Todd County, came clean about a 2019 crash where alcohol, THC, and cocaine were involved.
Deadlines are approaching for entries to the 2025 South Dakota State Fair, set for August 27 to September 1 in Huron. While the static entry deadline has passed, livestock entries must be submitted today.
Sioux Falls is getting its first new golf club in 60 years. Mapleton Golf Club plans to open September 1st on 210 acres near the Veterans Cemetery.
MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley and Hughes County Sheriff […]
The City of Mitchell netted just $2 in a recent auction of trailers located in its city-owned mobile home park near Hitchcock Park. Held on Wednesday, the auction offered three trailers and one building, but drew only two bidders. Two trailers sold for $1 each, while the remaining trailer and house received no bids and are slated for demolition.
Representative Dusty Johnson hosted a behavioral health roundtable on Tuesday, uniting South Dakota mental health experts to tackle rising concerns around addiction, youth suicide, and the shortage of mental health professionals.
Governor Larry Rhoden is still accepting applications for his fall internship program, offering college students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in state government. Interns will assist the Governor’s General Counsel and collaborate with various state departments based on their skills and interests.
An online clash has erupted between Congressman Dusty Johnson and South Dakota carbon pipeline opponents over legislation linked to carbon capture infrastructure. Activist Amanda Radke accuses Johnson of backing a bill that allegedly paves the way for carbon pipelines. Johnson refutes the claim, calling it “fake news” and stating the bill focuses solely on clean water projects.
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.