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World Diabetes Day is Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026. Learn about diabetes symptoms, early detection and steps Mitchell-area residents can take to understand their risk.
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4 hours ago
World Diabetes Day 2026: Warning Signs And Early Detection

World Diabetes Day is Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026. Learn about diabetes symptoms, early detection and steps Mitchell-area residents can take to understand their risk.

rancisco Siquieros-Valenzuela of Tucson, Arizona, received a 14-year federal prison sentence in a drug conspiracy that shipped more than 10,000 fentanyl pills into South Dakota.
Crime
23 hours ago
Arizona Man Sentenced to 14 Years in South Dakota Drug Conspiracy

MITCHELL, SD (Mitchell Now) — A Tucson, Arizona, man has been sentenced to 14 […]

Authorities are searching for Paul Slaymaker, 56, who left a Sioux Falls work-release facility Nov. 11. He is serving a Davison County sentence for fifth-offense DWI.
Crime
23 hours ago
Paul Slaymaker Missing From Sioux Falls Work Release; Davison County Sentence

Authorities are searching for Paul Slaymaker, 56, who left a Sioux Falls work-release facility Nov. 11. He is serving a Davison County sentence for fifth-offense DWI.

Looking for things to do in Mitchell, South Dakota, Nov. 13–15? Weekend events include DWU theater and basketball, Santa photos, live music and a veterans bingo fundraiser.
Entertainment
24 hours ago
Weekend Happenings: Theater, Santa Photos and DWU Basketball in Mitchell Nov. 13–15

Looking for things to do in Mitchell, South Dakota, Nov. 13–15? Weekend events include DWU theater and basketball, Santa photos, live music and a veterans bingo fundraiser.

The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree stopped at Mitchell’s Corn Palace Thursday, with Mayor Jordan Hansen addressing the crowd as the “People’s Tree” continued its journey from Idaho to Washington.
Government
1 day ago
U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Visits Mitchell’s Corn Palace on Journey to Washington | Gallery

The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree stopped at Mitchell’s Corn Palace Thursday, with Mayor Jordan Hansen addressing the crowd as the “People’s Tree” continued its journey from Idaho to Washington.

Sports
2 days ago
Five Mitchell High School Athletes Announced for November College Signing Day

Five Mitchell High School student-athletes were announced as participants in the Nov. 10, 2026, college signing day ceremony, with plans to continue their athletic careers in golf, wrestling and baseball.

can you also write an except? With Thanksgiving approaching Nov. 26, Mitchell cooks should plan ahead for turkey thawing. Use this weight-based guide to find out when to move your frozen turkey to the refrigerator.
Local
2 days ago
When Should You Thaw Your Thanksgiving Turkey? A Guide for Mitchell Cooks

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With Thanksgiving approaching Nov. 26, Mitchell cooks should plan ahead for turkey thawing. Use this weight-based guide to find out when to move your frozen turkey to the refrigerator.

Mitchell-area skywatchers have a chance to see Northern Taurid meteors overnight Nov. 11-12. Here is when to watch and what to expect.
Local
2 days ago
Northern Taurid Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight: How to Watch Near Mitchell

Mitchell-area skywatchers have a chance to see Northern Taurid meteors overnight Nov. 11-12. Here is when to watch and what to expect.

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