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Three members to join DWU Board of Trustees

MITCHELL, S.D. – Dakota Wesleyan University announces the appointment of three members to its […]

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Government
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High School Students Invited to Apply as 2026 Legislative Pages

South Dakota juniors and seniors can apply to be legislative pages for the 2026 session, gaining civic experience while earning $55 per day.

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Government
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Mitchell Artist Wins Prestigious Midwest Disability Arts Award

Mitchell artist Brianna Wiersema won the 2025 Midwest Award for Artists with Disabilities, one of nine honorees selected from 400 submissions.

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Government
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Legislation Introduced for New State Prison

Gov. Larry Rhoden unveiled draft legislation to replace South Dakota’s 140-year-old State Penitentiary, a key step ahead of the upcoming special session.

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Government
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Weather Delays Streets, Open House at Southlake Estates

Mitchell Area Housing delayed Southlake Estates ribbon cuttings after weather setbacks. Streets wrap by Sept. 10, with an open house rescheduled for Sept. 25.

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Lifestyle
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Mitchell City Council Prepares to Review 2026 Budget and Projects

The Mitchell City Council begins reviewing the proposed 2026 budget and capital projects tonight, aligning priorities with the city’s Forward2040 vision.

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Government
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Mitchell School Board to Weigh Sale of Crow Lake Wind Turbine

The Mitchell School Board will weigh selling its Crow Lake wind turbine to Basin Electric, valued at $850K, during tonight’s 5:30 p.m. meeting.

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Farm
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Farmer Celebrates 25 Years of Antique Car and Tractor Parade

Farmer celebrated its 25th annual Antique Car and Tractor Parade with over 100 entries, drawing nearly 1,000 spectators to the fall tradition.

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