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Marion man accused of beating, holding woman captive
MARION, S.D. (AP) — Sheriff’s officials in southeastern South Dakota say they’ve arrested a man suspected of beating his girlfriend and holding her against her will for several days. The woman was able to escape [Read More…]
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Senate poised for test vote on big infrastructure bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced a possible Senate test vote Wednesday on the bipartisan infrastructure bill as senators and the White House worked to wrap up talks on a key part [Read More…]
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Airports in the US West dealing with shortage of jet fuel
A shortage of jet fuel, coupled with supply chain issues and an urgent demand from firefighting aircraft, continues to cause problems at airports around the West. In Nevada, state and federal lawmakers said they are [Read More…]
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Racism of rioters takes center stage in Jan. 6 hearing
It had only been hinted at in previous public examinations of the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection: Scores of rioters attacked police officers not just with makeshift weapons, stun guns and fists, but with racist slurs [Read More…]
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Sioux Falls woman has plea change hearing in infant’s death
A Sioux Falls woman who has pleaded not guilty in the 1981 death of her newborn has a hearing to change her plea. Theresa Bentaas, 59, is charged with first- and second-degree murder and first-degree [Read More…]
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Tribal Leaders’ Health Board requiring COVID-19 vaccinations
RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) — The Great Plains Tribal Leaders’ Health Board is requiring all its employees to be vaccinated for COVID-19. The board’s CEO, Jerilyn Church, has sent a memo to staff that says [Read More…]
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At least 8 killed in 22-car pileup in Utah during sandstorm
KANOSH, Utah (AP) — A sandstorm caused a huge 22-vehicle pileup on a Utah highway that left eight people dead, including four children, authorities said. The Sunday afternoon crashes on Interstate 15 near the town [Read More…]
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At first Jan. 6 hearing, police to detail violence, injuries
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats are launching their investigation into the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection Tuesday with a focus on the law enforcement officers who were attacked and beaten as the rioters broke into the building — an [Read More…]
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Tokyo reports record virus cases days after Olympics begin
TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s capital, Tokyo, reported its highest number of new coronavirus infections on Tuesday, days after the Olympics began. Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga urged people to avoid non-essential outings, but said there was [Read More…]
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Avera Queen of Peace begins allowing limited visitors
One visitor per patient per day is now allowed in some parts of Avera Queen of Peace Hospital during regular visitor hours. Avera Medical Group clinics, as well as outpatient and diagnostic imaging areas, are [Read More…]
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Several area counties show significant bumps in COVID-19 cases
New numbers from the South Dakota Health Department are indicating significant increases in COVID-19 cases in several area counties. Aurora County cases have risen by five to eight total with two recovered and 60 negative [Read More…]
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Suspect in officer involved shooting was positive for COVID-19 virus
The Division of Criminal Investigation and the Rapid City Police Department have confirmed that the male subject in the officer involved shooting that occurred Wednesday, May 13, 2020, in Rapid City, South Dakota was positive [Read More…]
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Mitchell Public Library announces re-opening plans
The Mitchell Public Library will re-open to the public on Tuesday, May 26 with limited hours. The shortened hours of operation will be Monday- Friday from 10:00 AM- 4:00 PM; and Saturday from 10:00 AM [Read More…]
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SDANG to Honor COVID-19 Responders with F-16 Flyover May 16
South Dakota Air National Guard’s 114th Fighter Wing will conduct a series of flyovers at several healthcare facilities throughout Eastern South Dakota May 16 to honor fellow Americans working to fight the 2019 Novel Coronavirus [Read More…]
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South Dakota’s Technical Colleges Plan for On-Campus Classes in Fall 2020
South Dakota’s four technical colleges plan to resume on-campus operations this fall, with face-to-face teaching and learning at institutions across the state. The colleges will continue to focus on providing high-quality online instruction to complete [Read More…]
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South Dakota unemployment initial weekly claims decrease
During the week of April 26 through May 2, a total of 3,756 initial weekly claims for unemployment benefits were processed by the Department of Labor and Regulation. This is a decrease of 1,779 claims [Read More…]
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S.D. Labor Department Accepting Claims for Additional 13 Weeks of Unemployment Benefits
The Department of Labor and Regulation is now accepting claims for Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) which allows for an additional 13 weeks of benefits at the end of the regular 26 weeks of state [Read More…]
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Potential COVID-19 Exposure at Mitchell Business
State Health officials announced Monday, May 4, that an employee at Blarney’s Sports Bar and Grill in Mitchell has tested positive for COVID-19. The individual worked at the business while able to transmit the virus [Read More…]
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Mitchell United Way sets up a COVID relief fund
A Covid-19 Relief Fund has been established by Mitchell United Way in response to the evolving needs related to the COVID-19 pandemic. This fund will partner with nonprofits in and around the Mitchell area to [Read More…]
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Mayor Everson rescinds Emergency Ordinance as businesses cleared to reopen
On the heels of Governor Kristi Noem’s announcement regarding her South Dakota Back To Normal Plan, Mitchell Mayor Bob Everson has rescinded the Emergency Ordinance and businesses are free to open up. “The on thing [Read More…]