The Mitchell City Council will consider infrastructure bids, license transfers, and ordinance updates during its April meeting, along with several consent agenda items and public hearings.
John Paul II Catholic School in Mitchell has announced Katrina Hostler as its next Head of School, with Brenda Mitzel serving as Mentor Principal beginning in the 2026-27 school year.
Central Electric Cooperative has announced 17 scholarship recipients for 2026, supporting local students across its eight-county service area as they pursue higher education.
South Dakota Secretary of State Monae L. Johnson outlined key deadlines and challenges impacting absentee voting for the 2026 primary election, including delayed ballot finalization and new requirements.
Mitchell High School PLTW instructor Tom Berg has been recognized for excellence in engineering education, highlighting his impact on students pursuing STEM careers.
Candidates from all four Mitchell wards shared priorities on housing affordability, economic growth, and city leadership during a public forum April 15. Discussions highlighted key differences on term limits and development strategies.
Dakota Wesleyan University will award honorary doctoral degrees to the late Lou Sebert, Carol Sebert and alumna Violet Boyer during its May 10 commencement ceremony in Mitchell.
Mitchell residents can take part in the annual city-wide spring clean-up April 20–24, with curbside collection available for oversized items and free landfill drop-off for pickup loads.