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SD Searchlight-Makenzie Huber The United States can win the “AI race,” but not without the infrastructure and data centers necessary to develop the emerging technology, U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson told members of the Greater Sioux [Read More…]

Congressman Dusty Johnson continued his mission of recognizing veterans who served in the military during the Vietnam era from 1955 to 1975 Thursday at Mitchell VFW Post 2750. “Our office has honored more than 1,200 [Read More…]

On Monday, Aug. 25, 2025, two-way traffic is scheduled to be shifted onto the newly reconstructed southbound lanes of S.D. Highway 37 north of Mitchell. The traffic switch is anticipated to be complete by the [Read More…]

South Dakota Public Broadcasting Executive Director Julie Overgaard announced today layoffs that will affect 15 SDPB employees. The affected positions are across the spectrum of programs and services that SDPB provides. They impact SDPB local [Read More…]

Dakotafest is a magnet that draws agricultural leaders like American Farm Bureau Federation president Zippy Duvall. “I come to be at Dakotafest to meet the farmers and ranchers here in South Dakota and also be [Read More…]

A new federal farm bill is two years overdue but finally writing a new one will be a priority when Senators and Congressmen return to Washington next month. Senator John Thune says much of the [Read More…]

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…]