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Robert Arnold did not have enough valid signatures to place his name on the primary Ballot for Governor
Government
22 hours ago
Robert Arnold Falls Short of Signature Requirement for South Dakota Governor Primary Ballot

South Dakota Secretary of State Monae L. Johnson announced that candidate Robert Arnold did not submit enough valid signatures to qualify for the Democratic primary ballot for governor.

April 2026 Mitchell housing market update
Local
1 day ago
April 2026 Mitchell Housing Market Update Shows Price Adjustments and Slower Sales Pace

Mitchell’s housing market in April 2026 reflects softer price trends and longer selling times, with data from Realtor.com showing shifting conditions for buyers and sellers.

Local
2 days ago
Davison County Burn Ban Lifted, Residents Urged to Use Caution

Davison County officials have lifted the burn ban, but residents are still urged to exercise caution due to ongoing fire risk conditions.

Old Mitchell High School
Local
2 days ago
Mitchell High School Alumni Unearth Time Capsule Ahead of Building Demolition

A group of Mitchell High School graduates recently returned to campus to recover a time capsule they buried more than 20 years ago, uncovering memories from their Class of 2005 days.

Lake Mitchell Dam
Local
2 days ago
Mitchell Seeks State Approval to Avoid Costly Lake Mitchell Dam Replacement

City officials in Mitchell are pursuing a state variance that could eliminate the need for a costly Lake Mitchell dam rebuild, potentially saving millions while advancing long-awaited lake improvements.

Mitchell Kernels Softball game postponed
High School
2 days ago
Mitchell High School Softball Games Postponed Due to Weather

Today’s softball games have been rescheduled.

Local
3 days ago
Demolition of Old Mitchell High School Begins After Delay

Crews have started tearing down the former Mitchell High School following a delay tied to an asbestos paperwork error, as the district reflects on a successful first year in the new facility.

The Chamber Courtyard in downtown Mitchell, located across from the Corn Palace, will host student-run storefront businesses during the summer tourism season as part of the Mitchell Student Business Competition.
Education
3 days ago
Mitchell Students Win Retail Space Near Corn Palace in Entrepreneur Competition

Young entrepreneurs in Mitchell are launching businesses near the Corn Palace after winning a Shark Tank-style competition aimed at boosting local retail and hands-on learning.

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