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17 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, Local

Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce to Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony for Chef Louie’s Revival

Chef Louie’s, one of Mitchell’s most iconic restaurants, is officially making its return. The Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce and Connect Mitchell Committee will host a groundbreaking ceremony May 20 for the new steakhouse location along the Highway 37 bypass.

1 day ago in Local

5th Avenue Closure Scheduled for Street, Utility Improvements Beginning May 11

A section of 5th Avenue will close Monday morning for ongoing street and utility improvements. Drivers are advised to avoid the construction area between Burr and Kittridge and use alternate routes.

4 days ago in Agriculture, Farm, Local

South Dakota Activates Drought Task Force as Dry Conditions Worsen

Dry conditions across South Dakota have led Governor Larry Rhoden to activate the South Dakota Drought Task Force as concerns grow over agriculture and wildfire risks.

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Obituaries

Dear Listener: The Story Behind the Voice | COMMENTARY

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Laney Jackson (Titze) shares a deeply personal commentary about her own journey and struggles with mental health.

5 days ago in Election, Local

Mitchell Chamber of Commerce Invites Public to Informative Forum

The Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee will host a public candidate and ballot issue forum on May 19 at Dakota Wesleyan University’s Sherman Center. Voters will hear from representatives on both sides of the ballot issue, as well as candidates running for Mitchell School Board and Mitchell City Council ahead of the upcoming election.

6 days ago in Local

Mitchell Variance Request for Lake Mitchell Dam Approved by State Water Board

The City of Mitchell received approval for its variance request related to the Lake Mitchell Dam during Wednesday’s Water Management Board meeting.

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17 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, Local

Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce to Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony for Chef Louie’s Revival

Chef Louie’s, one of Mitchell’s most iconic restaurants, is officially making its return. The Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce and Connect Mitchell Committee will host a groundbreaking ceremony May 20 for the new steakhouse location along the Highway 37 bypass.

21 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

New Beatles fan experience set to open in London in 2027

The Beatles are headed back to one of the band's most famous sites with a new fan experience in London. Apple Corps Ltd, the company founded by the Fab Four, announced Monday that it will open a new seven-floor fan experience at the company's early headquarters.

20 hours ago in Entertainment

American Legion Post 18 Invites Community to Annual Memorial Day Program in Mitchell

American Legion Post 18 will host its annual Memorial Day Program at 10 a.m. on May 25 at the Servicemen’s Cemetery in Mitchell. The public is encouraged to attend the ceremony honoring those who served the nation.

4 days ago in Entertainment

Blake Lively’s lawyers fuel feud with claim of victory after ‘It Ends With Us’ settlement

The bitter public feud between actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni may outlive their court fight after all. Three days after announcing a settlement of the lawsuit brought by Lively over the 2024 film "It Ends With Us," her lawyers put out a statement Thursday calling the deal a "resounding victory."

4 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

David Attenborough, the excited but hushed voice of nature programs, turns 100

The BBC is hosting a party for David Attenborough at the Royal Albert Hall. Cinemas are playing his nature films. Friends have spent weeks lavishing praise on the man and his work.

4 days ago in Entertainment

Weekend Happenings: Concerts, Racing, Sports, and Graduation Events in Mitchell

Mitchell and the surrounding area will host a busy lineup of entertainment, athletics and community events this weekend, including live music performances, cancer awareness races, collegiate athletics and graduation ceremonies.

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21 hours ago in Sports, Trending

2026 NFL schedule: Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants is Week 1 Sunday night game

The Dallas Cowboys are set to visit the New York Giants in the first Sunday night game of the 2026 NFL season on Sept. 13. The league on Monday announced the Week 1 matchup of NFC East rivals at the Meadowlands in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Olivia and Liam top the list of most popular US baby names for the seventh year running

Olivia and Liam for a seventh year in a row topped the list of names for babies born in the United States in 2025. The Social Security Administration annually tracks the names given to girls and boys in each state, with lists dating back to 1880.