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Rhoden Calls Prison Plan South Dakota’s Largest Public Safety Investment

Governor Larry Rhoden told lawmakers that replacing South Dakota’s 144-year-old state penitentiary is the state’s largest public safety investment.

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Free Flu Vaccine Clinic Coming to Mitchell

The Mitchell Corn Palace will host a free flu vaccine clinic on Tuesday, October 14, from 3:00 to 6:30 p.m.. The event is open to children ages six months to 18 years and adults up to age 64.

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South Dakota Now Epicenter of Bird Flu Outbreak

South Dakota is now the nation’s epicenter of this season’s bird flu outbreak, with nearly 420,000 turkeys euthanized to contain the virus.

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Lawmakers Meet Today On $650 Million Prison Plan

South Dakota lawmakers returned to Pierre today for a special session on the state’s proposed $650 million prison project.

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Mitchell Marching Band Snags 2nd Place in Season Opener

The Mitchell High School marching band kicked off competition season with a standout performance, earning second place overall and best color guard honors at the Pursuit of Excellence in Marshall, Minnesota.

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Davison County OKs $315K Bridge Contract, Eyes Hwy 37 Safety Steps

The Davison County Commission advanced several key infrastructure and community items this week, approving a $315,000 bridge construction contract and adopting the county’s five-year highway plan.

4 weeks ago in Sports

The Padres earn a playoff spot for the 4th time in 6 seasons

The San Diego Padres are headed back to the playoffs for the fourth time in six seasons. The Padres clinched a playoff berth with a 5-4, 11-inning win against the three-time NL Central champion Milwaukee Brewers on Monday night.

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Lions run over the Ravens, sack Lamar Jackson 7 times in a 38-30 win over Baltimore

Punishing all night — and tricky when they had to be — the Detroit Lions battered the Baltimore Ravens with a performance that epitomized everything they've become under coach Dan Campbell.

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Sports Roundup: Tuesday 9/23/25

Mitchell Golf The Kernel boys golf team will compete on the road this morning. They will travel to Watertown and…

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