South Dakota DCI is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting in Rapid City on Oct. 29. A public report is anticipated within 30 days.

Get ready for Halloween in Mitchell with easy pumpkin carving tips, family-friendly design ideas and ways to light your jack-o’-lantern.

The Mitchell Kernels’ football season comes to an end against top-seeded Pierre, while several area teams advance in the South Dakota high school football playoffs. Plus, Dakota Wesleyan basketball tips off its season at the Corn Palace, with more Tigers and Kernels action ahead.

South Dakota will receive more than $2.6 million in a General Motors settlement over allegations the company sold drivers’ private information that insurers could use to set premiums.

The Palace City Bison will play 20 home games at Mitchell’s Cadwell Park during their inaugural 2027 season following approval of a park use agreement.

Mitchell readers can scan, sign and save documents on their phones with an iScanner lifetime subscription.

Catch up on the latest Mitchell Kernels and Dakota Wesleyan sports action! DWU soccer and volleyball highlight Wednesday’s results, while Kernels football prepares for the playoffs and local basketball stars make their mark at SDSU.

Mitchell’s Halloween weekend forecast calls for highs near 60 degrees Friday and into the 60s Saturday and Sunday, with rain chances Friday night and early Saturday.