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Jun 04
Mitchell men claim $50,000 lottery prize
Philip Picha and Mike Hilton of Mitchell have been buying lottery tickets together for 20 years. When they win, they split their prize. Each man is now $25,000 richer thanks to a Powerball ticket from the June 1 drawing. The South Dakota Lottery Association says the pair matched four of five white ball numbers and …
May 28
Mitchell Memorial Weekend a success
Despite over an inch of rain throughout most of Saturday, the sun came out just in time for the annual Mitchell Memorial Weekend benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Hundreds of people gathered on the south end of Main Street to enjoy a children’s peddle pull, inflatables, a car show and shine, plus the centerpiece of …
May 26
Three graduate James Valley Drug and DUI Court
The third floor courtroom in the Davison County Courthouse was the site of a celebration Thursday as Leah Shields, Amy DeMaranville, and Thomas Engebretson graduated from the James Valley Drug and DUI Court. South Dakota Corrections Secretary Denny Kaemingk offered his congratulations and encouragement. Drug and DUI court is an intensive supervision program providing an …
May 08
16 year old female assaulted, suspect sought by Police
On 05/07/2016 at approximately 1145 p.m. a 16 year old female was assaulted in the 100 block of North Lawler St. The female had just left the movie theater and was getting into her vehicle when the assault occurred. The Mitchell Police Department is looking for a white male described as being approximately 5’8″ or …
May 06
Corn Palace murals to remain the same for another year
It looks like Willie Nelson and Elvis Presley will adorn the Corn Palace for another year. That’s the word from Mayor Jerry Toomey. He told KORN News Radio while the murals will remain the same, the natural grasses will be replaced. Toomey says the move should save the city around $60,000 and will be re-evaluated …
Apr 27
2nd Annual MAC Triathlon
Join us on June 11, 2016 for a Sprint Triathlon in the beautiful city of Mitchell, South Dakota! Enjoy the scenic routes as you complete an open swim in lake Mitchell, bike around Lake Mitchell, and run around the scenic Lake Mitchell. Make sure to mark your calendars for the Pasta Night on Friday, …
Apr 25
Dakota Wesleyan University is seeking public comment
Dakota Wesleyan University is seeking comments from the public about the university in preparation for its periodic evaluation by its regional accrediting agency. The university will host a visit Oct. 24-25, 2016, with a team representing the Higher Learning Commission, which requires each university up for accreditation to solicit opinions from its community – on …
Apr 21
Mitchell School District lauds elementary school educators and retirees
The Mitchell School District honored thirteen elementary school educators and four retirees during a special event Wednesday. “I’m a Teacher…What’s Your Super Power?”, served as the theme. Terriann Murray, Kristina Borgan, and Donna Ripp were recognized for fifteen years of service, Joanna Meyers, Sonya Fossum, and Eileen Toman, twenty years. Deb Thill and Mary Nath, …
Apr 19
Police seeking help in horn theft
Mitchell Police are looking for help in finding whoever stole two air horns from two railroad engines stopped on Mitchell’s west side. The Nathan brand horns were taken between the hours of 6 pm on April 11th and 8 am on April 12th in the area of the 2300 block of West Ash. The horns …