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Education
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DWU announces winners from Fall 2025 Scholarship Day

MITCHELL, S.D. – Dakota Wesleyan University has announced fall scholarship winners for the class […]

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Crime
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Attorney General Jackley Announces Settlement with Menards Over Rebate Advertising

South Dakota will receive more than $102,000 as part of a multistate settlement with Menards over claims the company deceptively advertised its 11% rebate program.

Business
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South Dakota Cattlemen’s Foundation to award $15K in scholarships to South Dakota students

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.  (Mitchell Now)– Applications for the 2026 South Dakota Cattlemen’s Foundation Scholarship Program […]

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People
1 day ago
Rounds Highlights South Dakota Projects in Final Defense Authorization Bill

U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds says the final Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act includes major investments for South Dakota military facilities and a pay raise for service members.

Business
1 day ago
Two Nonprofits to Strengthen Services for Youth and Families

Abbott House has signed a letter of intent to acquire Wellfully in Rapid City, a move aimed at expanding youth mental health and behavioral health services across South Dakota.

Education
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DWU announces winter holiday hours

Dakota Wesleyan University offices and the McGovern Library will observe modified hours during the winter holiday break, with normal operations resuming in mid-January.

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Business
1 day ago
Minnehaha County Approves Higher Inmate Housing Rates Amid Rising Costs

Minnehaha County commissioners approved an increase in the daily rate charged to Lincoln County for housing inmates, citing rising costs and funding gaps from the state.

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Local
1 day ago
Improving Construction, Sales Tax Offer Hope for Sioux Falls City Budget

Sioux Falls city officials say improving construction activity and modest sales tax growth are easing budget concerns as the city approaches the end of the year.

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