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State officials peppered with questions on price tag for new men’s prison
John Hult/South Dakota Searchlight Lawmakers expressed frustration Tuesday in Pierre over the uncertain price tag for construction and operations of a proposed men’s prison in Lincoln County. Members of the Legislature’s Appropriations Committee also had [Read More…]
Eagles soar to benefit the Abbott House Foundation
The Dakota Sate Fraternal Order of Eagles has stepped up to the plate once again to help hurting children in need who have experienced abuse or neglect. Members of the Vermillion Eagles #2421 demonstrated their [Read More…]
Mitchell City Council discusses housing inspections and other topics
The Mitchell City Council held a lengthy work session Monday covering a variety of topics including budget timelines and current revenue along with updates on the Lake Mitchell restoration timeline, wetland progress and the secondary [Read More…]
SD Bridge to be Dedicated in Honor of U.S. Army Private First Class Gunnar D. Becker
The South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs is hosting a State Bridge Dedication Ceremony to honor U.S. Army Private First Class Gunnar D. Becker. The ceremony is set for Sunday, August 18 at 2:00 p.m. [Read More…]
How DSU became a cyber power-house
South Dakota News Watch– A seed planted by South Dakota legislative and higher education leaders four decades ago has blossomed into one of the nation’s top high-tech universities located in a small city in the [Read More…]
Davison County Auditor Susan Kiepke is moving on
After seventeen years on the job, Davison County Auditor Susan Kiepke is moving on…. She’s going to work for the South Dakota Public Assurance Alliance. Kiepke says she’ll spend her final three weeks on the [Read More…]
20 year old pedestrian killed in a Sunday morning crash in Roberts County
A pedestrian walking along SD Highway 123 died after being struck by a vehicle near Wilmot early Sunday morning. The South Dakota Department of Public Safety reported a 20-year-old male was walking in the southbound [Read More…]
Successful Return of Arts in the Park
The return of Arts in the Park wrapped up a busy Sunday afternoon at Hitchcock Park. Mayor and committee member Jordan Hanson called it a huge success…. He estimated attendance at more than 8,000 over [Read More…]
Arts in the Park Returns!
Mayor Jordan Hanson says it’s been a great weekend thus far for the return of Mitchell’s Arts in the Park….. Plus 120 vendors and fifteen food trucks….. Much to the delight of vendors… Arts in [Read More…]
Union County Fatal Crash
One man died and another was injured in a two vehicle crash on Interstate 29 in North Sioux City, SD, Friday afternoon. The South Dakota Department of Public Safety reported the 69 year old driver [Read More…]
Officer involved fatal shooting determined to be justified
Attorney General Marty Jackley says a South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation review indicates that a Sioux Falls Police Officer and a Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Deputy were justified in the shooting involving a Sioux Falls [Read More…]
Man Confronted by Online Group in Hanson County Commits Suicide Amid Child Pornography Allegations
The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation and the Hanson County Sheriff’s Office are investigating an incident in which Donald Letcher, 60, took his own life after being confronted by an online group called ‘Predator [Read More…]
Temporary traffic signals and speed reductions to be placed during Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Due to the increased traffic volumes expected during the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, the South Dakota Department of Transportation will activate temporary traffic signals at the following locations: S.D. Highway 34/79 and Nellie Avenue; S.D. [Read More…]
U.S. Air Force says multiple crew failures and wind shear led to January crash of B-1 bomber
WASHINGTON (AP) — A fiery January crash of a B-1 bomber in South Dakota was caused by multiple crew failures, terrible winter weather and a last-minute brush with wind shear that resulted in all four [Read More…]
GBR Sidewalk Gets A Much-Needed Repair
A long-awaited maintenance project at Mitchell’s Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary School is finally underway….. Superintendent Joe Childs says they have a plan….. Meanwhile across town, crews are replacing a portion of the roof at L-B [Read More…]
Purple Heart Recognition Day proclaimed by Governor Kristi Noem
Governor Kristi Noem has proclaimed Wednesday, August 7th, as “Purple Heart Recognition Day,” calling on all South Dakotans to acknowledge and remember the sacrifices made by the brave members of our military who are recipients [Read More…]
Man from Winner sentenced on rape charge
Attorney General Marty Jackley says a man from Winner has been sentenced to 25 years in prison, with 10 years suspended, after earlier pleading guilty to Third-Degree Rape of a person incapable of giving consent. [Read More…]
Re-setting sleep habits
The start of the 2024-25 school year in Mitchell is less than a month away as the first day of school is set for August 21st. Superintendent Joe Childs is encouraging parents to help their [Read More…]
Pentagon panel to review Medals of Honor given to soldiers at the Wounded Knee massacre
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Defense Department will review the Medals of Honor that were given to 20 U.S. soldiers for their actions in the 1890 battle at Wounded Knee to make sure their conduct merits [Read More…]
Mitchell High School Back to School Information
Mitchell High School Principal, Mr. Justin Siemsen, has announced that the first day of school will be Wednesday, August 21, 2024. Back to School Registration Day for MHS students will be Wednesday, July 31, 2024 [Read More…]
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