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Opinion
4 months ago
Welcoming South Dakota Heroes: Midwest Honor Flight Highlights a Week of Service in D.C.

In this week’s Weekly Round[s] Up, the standout moment was meeting 76 heroic South Dakota veterans visiting Washington, D.C. through the Midwest Honor Flight. Representing 37 towns and serving in WWII, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, these veterans were honored at the memorials dedicated to their service.

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Government
4 months ago
Toby Doeden Enters 2026 South Dakota Governor’s Race as ‘Dakota First’ Conservative

Businessman and conservative PAC leader Toby Doeden has officially launched his bid for South Dakota governor, becoming the second declared candidate in the 2026 race. Describing himself as an “unapologetic Dakota First conservative,”

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Government
4 months ago
Legislators to Tackle Soaring Property Taxes in 2026 Amid Rising Residential Demand

With residential property taxes climbing rapidly due to high demand and rising home values, state legislators are preparing to debate potential solutions in the 2026 legislative session. Lieutenant Governor notes that while the state sets property tax guidelines, it’s local governments that determine how the funds are spent—fueling the urgency for reform.

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Business
4 months ago
Huron Post Office Dedicated to Fallen Hero 1st Lt. Thomas Michael Martin in Honorary Ceremony

On May 27th, the Huron community gathered for a heartfelt ceremony dedicating the Huron Post Office to First Lieutenant Thomas Michael Martin, a local hero who gave his life in service during the Iraq War.

College
4 months ago
Sports Roundup: Wednesday 5/28/25

Mitchell The Lady Kernels golf team finished in second place yesterday at their Varsity […]

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Crime
4 months ago
Attorney General Jackley, DCI Rule Fall River County Officer Involved Shooting Justified

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced that a Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) review has found an Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety officer was justified in using force during a May 2, 2025, high-speed pursuit in Fall River County.

Local
4 months ago
North Ohlman Road Closure Begins Tomorrow for Paving Prep, Reopening Planned by May 30

North Ohlman Street at South Harmon Drive will be closed starting tomorrow afternoon through […]

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People
4 months ago
Highway 37 Construction in Mitchell Begins May 27; West Leg of Intersection to Close for Four Weeks

Starting Tuesday, May 27, 2025, the west leg of the S.D. Highway 37 and W 23rd Avenue intersection in Mitchell will be closed to thru traffic for four weeks.

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Government
4 months ago
Wyoming Businessman Eyes TikTok Purchase, Plans Key Role for South Dakota and Dakota State University

Wyoming businessman Reid Rasner is making headlines with his bid to acquire social media giant TikTok— and if successful, he says South Dakota will become a strategic hub for the platform. Dakota State University in Madison is expected to be a major benefactor.

College
4 months ago
Sports Roundup: Tuesday 5/27/25

Mitchell The Lady Kernels softball team have their SoDak16 game this evening. They will […]

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