Articles by J.P. Skelly

Wednesday was the first day of the new school year for students in the McIntosh School District and they ended up spending about 25 minutes of it in a lockdown. Information from the school and [Read More…]

The South Dakota Board of Pardons and Paroles approved parole transfer to federal custody for deportation for 10 illegal alien criminals as part of Operation: Prairie Thunder. “South Dakota taxpayers should not have to foot [Read More…]

It’s a new year, with a new name, and loftier goals. The Mitchell Area United Way launched its 2025 campaign Wednesday with its annual Day of Caring and a goal of $515,000. Incoming executive director [Read More…]

ETRIA hosted a special guest Tuesday. Masashi Mizobuchi is Consul-General of Japan in Chicago. “I hope my visit will serve an opportunity to build a relationship that will facilitate Japanese trade and investment with this [Read More…]

A 42-year-old man from Fresno, California has been indicted on two felony counts after he was arrested Friday night transporting 207 pounds of crystal methamphetamine in Sturgis. Attorney General Marty Jackley says case is being [Read More…]

Superintendent Joe Childs provided an update on the high school construction project during Monday’s Mitchell School Board meeting. “We’re making progress, were not finished yet,” said Childs. “What I was happy to announce tonight was [Read More…]

 Larry Rhoden has announced a record drug seizure by the South Dakota Highway Patrol, showing the urgent need for Operation: Prairie Thunder. The Highway Patrol apprehended a 42-year-old male who was stopped while driving and [Read More…]

Secretary of Corrections Kellie Wasko has announced Tabatha Benting has been appointed as the new Warden of the Jameson Prison in Sioux Falls. “I am very proud of Warden Benting as she has provided integral [Read More…]

In commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, the South Dakota State Library is  inviting South Dakotans to take part in Read 250, a special program dedicated to the study and appreciation of American history. “Reading books [Read More…]

A 30 year old man from Winner was recently sentenced to federal prison after his conviction of Abusive Sexual Contact with a Child. Clayton Spotted Calf was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison, followed [Read More…]

A Mitchell business is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Michelle White shared Mueller Lumber’s history. “In 1975, Bob, Gail and Morry Jamison started “Jamison-Mueller Lumber” out of the basement of my parent’s house,” White said. Bob [Read More…]

Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined the National Operation Robocall Roundup which has issued warning letters to 37 telecom companies demanding they stop routing illegal robocalls through their networks. South Dakota is part of the [Read More…]

The Mitchell City Council unanimously approved a resolution to re-name the current “Public Beach” on North Harmon Drive to “Sebert’s Beach” in honor of former Mayor Lou Sebert’s contributions to the betterment of the City [Read More…]

The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation is investigating an officer involved shooting and hostage situation that occurred Tuesday night in Haakon County. “This was a dangerous hostage situation with shots fired at law enforcement [Read More…]

SD Searchlight South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden announced a legislative appointment Tuesday to fill a position representing the northeastern corner of the state. Rhoden appointed Nick Fosness, a Republican from Britton, to the state House [Read More…]

Attorney General Marty Jackley is  warning the public about a text scam involving the State’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. “These text messages are designed to create fear and confusion – don’t fall for [Read More…]

The South Dakota Unified Judicial System is warning the public to be aware of scams involving missed jury duty, unpaid traffic tickets and fake arrest warrants. UJS and South Dakota law enforcement agencies have received [Read More…]

A 71 year old man from Chicago, Illinois died in a single-vehicle crash Friday afternoon three miles east of Chamberlain. The South Dakota Department of Public Safety reported around 2:20 pm, the driver of a [Read More…]

Attorney General Marty Jackley and Hughes County Sheriff Patrick Callahan encourage the public to be careful about a Jury Duty telephone scam after a Hughes County resident was recently defrauded out of $22,000. “These types [Read More…]

A long line of motorcycles traveled down the middle of Main Street as the Pre-Sturgis Party roared to life. Brian Klock of Mitchell proudly led the procession. “Everybody’s watching out for us and everybody’s out [Read More…]