Articles by J.P. Skelly

The leaders of two Mitchell educational institutions are marveling over the generosity of Roger and Vicki Musick. The Mitchell couple recently donated $33-million dollars toward boosting pre-k through university-level education opportunities. Dakota Wesleyan University president [Read More…]

Roger and Vicki Musick of Mitchell have made a transformative $33-million dollar donation with the goal of elevating local education in making Mitchell an exceptional place to raise a family. Roger Musick is a believer [Read More…]

A special art display celebrating conservation in agriculture is coming together just in time for Dakotafest and Corn Palace Festival. A news conference and unveiling of photographs of Mitchell area producers is set for 5pm [Read More…]

Mitchell Public, Catholic and Mitchell Christian Schools are set to start the new school year this week. Shawn Steward of Triple-A South Dakota says traffic and pedestrian safety is a top priority. “We’re just reminding [Read More…]

Makenzie Huber-South Dakota Searchlight A nonprofit organization providing legal aid for low-income South Dakotans is attempting to take over the federal funding and territory of a similar organization, following accusations of the latter group’s ineffectiveness. [Read More…]

A new Daktronics scoreboard is up and running at Joe Quintal Stadium, just in time for the fall athletic season, thanks to a boost from Bankwest. Activities Director Corey Aadland says it’s what he’s wanted [Read More…]

A 39 year old man from Mitchell is facing several charges following a vehicle pursuit early Thursday morning north of Mitchell. A news release from the Davison County Sheriff’s Office indicated around 1:10 am, a [Read More…]

Giant portraits celebrating American farmers and ranchers will be on display during Dakotafest and the Corn Palace Festival here in Mitchell next week. Invest in Our Land Executive Director and Aberdeen, SD, area native Rebecca [Read More…]

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…]