Articles by J.P. Skelly
Cub Scouts assist in American Flag retirement ceremony
Following Monday’s Memorial Day services in Mitchell Cub Scout Pack 75 and a number of American Legion veterans hosted a demonstration of the proper retirement of American flags by fire. Veteran Dean Strand says there [Read More…]
Mitchell observes Memorial Day
The Mitchell community joined communities across the nation Monday in remembering those who gave their lives in the cause of freedom during Memorial Day services. Mike Vehle of Mitchell delivered a memorial address during which [Read More…]
Memorial Weekend in Mitchell a hit
A large crowd was treated to live music, a BBQ rib championship, kid’s tractor pull, cornhole tournament, car show and a street dance. At Memorial Weekend in Mitchell. Elizabeth Luczak of Mitchell Main Street and [Read More…]
Juvenile detained in Wednesday stabbing incident
A juvenile is in custody following a stabbing incident at the Hitchcock Park basketball court Wednesday evening. According to the Mitchell Police Department, Officers were dispatched to the Hitchcock Park basketball courts for a report [Read More…]
Stabbing investigation underway
Authorities are investigating an altercation Wednesday evening at the Hitchcock Park basketball court next to Foster Street. Two people were apparently stabbed just before 7:30. EMS transported the injured to Avera Queen of Peace Hospital. [Read More…]
Student learns safety pays
A Watertown High School freshman is the winner of a $10,000 prize – and another $10,000 for his school – by learning to be a safe driver. Kasen Bender was announced the winner of this [Read More…]
State prison inmate gets another 50 years
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says a South Dakota Penitentiary Inmate was sentenced Wednesday to an additional 50 years in prison after earlier being convicted on three charges including possession of a weapon and [Read More…]
13 Tribal Officers to Participate in Dedicated Law Enforcement Training
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has announced 13 tribal law enforcement officers, along with another 11 local and state officers, are scheduled to participate in the state’s first-ever tribal law enforcement specific training session [Read More…]
Nearly 154,000 South Dakotans Plan a Memorial Day Weekend Trip
SIOUX FALLS, SD – May 20, 2024 – AAA’s previously released national Memorial Day travel forecast showing the second highest number of travelers for the holiday – 43.8 million – and a record 38.4 million [Read More…]
Smooth move-in day
Timing is everything as the Mitchell Area of Commerce and CVB kicked off the 2024 tourism season Monday by moving merchandise to the Corn Palace floor. It’s a yearly ritual for Corn Palace Gift Shop [Read More…]
Mitchell window art contest winners announced
The Mitchell Area Council of the Arts, Mitchell Main Street & Beyond, and the Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with local business owners have announced the winners of this year’s Mitchell Main Street [Read More…]
A longtime Mitchell entertainment venue is changing hands
The Luxury 5 Cinemas in Mitchell will come under new ownership. In a joint announcement Logan Luxury Theatres and Odyssey Theatres, announced that Odyssey has purchased the Luxury 5 Cinemas in Mitchell effective Friday, May [Read More…]
Congratulations Mitchell High School Class of 2024
The 218 student-strong Mitchell High School Class of 2024 gathered for a final time for commencement Sunday afternoon. The class included 18 highest honor students, achieving a perfect 4.0 GPA through their four years [Read More…]
State and Federal prosecutors address illegal drug activity in South Dakota
U.S. Attorney Alison Ramsdell and South Dakota Attorney General issued the following statement regarding drug activity in South Dakota: “The vast majority of Methamphetamine and Fentanyl found in South Dakota originates from our southern border. [Read More…]
Turner County Jury convicts a 60 year old man on 46 criminal charges against a child
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that a Marion man was convicted Thursday on 46 criminal charges against a child including First Degree Rape Domestic, Aggravated Incest, and Sexual Contact with a Child Under [Read More…]
Laney Titze Crowned Miss South Dakota Volunteer
Laney Titze of Mitchell has been crowned Miss South Dakota Volunteer 2024 and will travel to Jackson, Tennessee, to compete for scholarships and the job of Miss Volunteer America this June 16-22. The Miss Volunteer [Read More…]
MTC celebrates 56th commencement
Mitchell Technical College celebrated its 56th commencement Friday as students, family and friends gathered at the Corn Palace. MTC president Mark Wilson says more than 510 students are on their way to their next [Read More…]
State Prison Inmates Plead Not Guilty
11 state prison inmates have all pleaded not guilty to a combined 18 felony charges stemming from the March 27-28 disturbances at the South Dakota State Penitentiary in Sioux Falls. The inmates entered their not [Read More…]
18 year old man from Yankton charged in drug overdose death
An 18-year-old Yankton man has been indicted in the fentanyl overdose death of a 15-year-old female from rural Clay County. Evan Nelson was indicted Monday by a Yankton County Grand Jury on three felony counts: [Read More…]
Mitchell hosts disaster dress rehearsal
Mitchell is hosting a regional Incident Management Assistance Team exercise. Davison County Emergency Manager Jeff Bathke is the Incident Commander….. This year’s exercise scenario is weather-related….. Taking out the Mitchell Street Department and [Read More…]
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