Local Sports
3 months ago
Sports Roundup: Monday 6/23/25

Area Sports Yesterday’s Amateur Baseball Parkston (Rays) 10, Parkston (Mudcats) 0 Chamberlain 12, Colome […]

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Business
3 months ago
Health Experts Warn Of Heat Risks With Temps Rising Across SD

As temperatures soar into the 90s across South Dakota this weekend, health officials urge residents to take precautions against heat-related illnesses. Dr. Kenji Hamanaka of Sanford Health advises staying hydrated, seeking shade or air conditioning, and limiting outdoor activities—especially for vulnerable groups like children, seniors, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions.

Lifestyle
4 months ago
Randall Regional Waterline Project Breaks Ground to Expand Water Service

Local and state leaders officially broke ground Tuesday on the $110 million Randall Regional Waterline Project, a major infrastructure initiative aimed at strengthening water service across southeastern South Dakota.

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Crime
4 months ago
Sioux Falls Police Arrest Suspect in Early Morning Home Invasion

Sioux Falls police arrested Timothy Farmer on Wednesday morning following a home invasion and armed robbery near South Riverdale Road. Authorities say Farmer entered the home through an unlocked door around 6:40 a.m., pointed a gun at the residents, and demanded car keys and phones before fleeing in their vehicle.

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Lifestyle
4 months ago
Governor’s Officer Honored With Silver Shovel Award

South Dakota’s Governor’s Office of Economic Development has once again earned national recognition, receiving the Silver Shovel Award from Area Development magazine for the third consecutive year.

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Government
4 months ago
South Dakota Awarded $100,000 Grant to Fight Internet Crimes Against Children

South Dakota’s Division of Criminal Investigation has received a $100,000 grant to boost efforts against internet crimes targeting children. Attorney General Marty Jackley announced that the funding—from the Attorney General Alliance—will enhance the state’s ability to detect, disrupt, and prosecute online predators and human traffickers.

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Education
4 months ago
Lawmakers Launch Study to Improve Services for Intellectually Disabled Residents

South Dakota lawmakers are launching a summer study to improve support for residents with intellectual disabilities, amid ongoing concerns about underfunded care services. The committee, co-chaired by Senator Chris Karr of Sioux Falls, is calling on advocacy groups and providers to submit top recommendations within a week.

Local Sports
4 months ago
Sports Roundup: Friday 6/20/25

Area Sports Yesterday’s Amateur Baseball Results Mount Vernon 10, Dimock Emery 1 Parkston (Rays) […]

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Opinion
4 months ago
Resilience, Discipline, and Strength on Display By Rep. Dusty Johnson

Mitchell Now publishes opinion pieces representing both sides of a variety of topics. Opinions […]

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Crime
4 months ago
Mitchell Man Pleads Not Guilty to Fourth-Degree Rape of Minor

A 22-year-old Mitchell man, Riley Brown, has pleaded not guilty to a fourth-degree rape charge involving alleged sexual contact with a minor. Prosecutors say the incidents occurred multiple times in 2021 when the girl was 14 or 15 years old.

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