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South Dakota Senate committee kills data center moratorium bill targeting 50-megawatt projects

A proposed one-year moratorium on new or expanded “hyperscale” data centers in South Dakota failed in the Senate State Affairs Committee after a series of votes. Supporters said the pause would give counties, cities and utilities time to plan for large projects, while opponents argued local governments should decide.

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Dakota Wesleyan to host free Midwinter Concerts Feb. 22 and March 1 in Mitchell

Dakota Wesleyan University’s Ron and Sheilah Gates Department of Music will present two free midwinter concerts at 4 p.m. Feb. 22 and March 1 in the Sherman Center, with livestreams available online.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Norway wins its 17th gold medal, breaking record for most golds won in a single Winter Olympics

Johannes Dale-Skjevdal of Norway was the only biathlete to hit all 20 of his targets in the 15-kilometer mass start race Friday and skied his way to gold — Norway's 17th gold medal of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics — breaking the record for the most gold medals won by a nation at a single Winter Olympics.

3 weeks ago in National

Crews hope to resume recovery of 8 bodies from California avalanche after days of dangerous weather

Crews hope to resume efforts Friday to recover the bodies of eight people killed and one still missing in an avalanche in California's Sierra Nevada after days of dangerous weather that has hampered safe access to the area.

3 weeks ago in World

Police search Mountbatten-Windsor’s former home a day after his arrest

Police continued on Friday to search the former home of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, a day after he was arrested and held in custody for the best part of 11 hours on suspicion of misconduct in public office linked to his friendship with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

3 weeks ago in Olympics, Sports

United States wins 3rd Olympic gold in women’s hockey, beating Canada 2-1 on Megan Keller’s OT goal

A last Olympic goal for Hilary Knight, a gold medal-winning overtime one for Megan Keller, and the Americans cemented their reputation as one of the most dominant women's hockey teams to take the ice.

3 weeks ago in College, High School,

Area Basketball results/next games, Mitchell & DWU loaded weekend, SDSU WBB win & Timberwolves vs Mavericks tonight

Area Basketball results/next games, Mitchell & DWU three sport weekend, SDSU WBB escapes Oral Roberts and Timberwolves vs Mavericks tonight.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Warriors’ Stephen Curry to be re-evaluated in 10 days after 2nd MRI on knee

Golden State star Stephen Curry had a second MRI on his troublesome right knee that revealed no structural damage, although the two-time NBA MVP is expected to miss at least another five games before being re-evaluated.

3 weeks ago in Olympics, Sports, Trending

Alysa Liu dazzles to win figure skating gold, ending a 24-year Olympic drought for US women

The 20-year-old from the San Francisco Bay Area, who walked away from the sport before finding her way back again — and finding herself in the process — delivered the U.S. its first women's figure skating gold medal in 24 years.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Eric Dane, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ star and ALS awareness advocate, dies at 53

Eric Dane, the celebrated actor best known for his roles on "Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" and who later in life became an advocate for ALS awareness, died Thursday. He was 53.

A daytime exterior photo of Mitchell City Hall (612 N. Main St.)

3 weeks ago in

Mitchell Planning Commission agenda: childcare conditional use, setback variance and Main Street plan review

Mitchell’s Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a childcare center on North Kimball Street, a setback variance for a West 8th Avenue addition, and a plan review for 505 N. Main St. The board will also review a new plat in Horseman’s Addition.

Davison Rural Water customers south and west of Highway 37 may experience low water pressure or service interruptions mid to late Wednesday morning due to ongoing maintenance work.

3 weeks ago in

Mitchell leaders weigh holding water, sewer rates steady as future hikes for 2026-27 remain undecided

Mitchell city leaders are discussing whether to keep water and sewer utility rates unchanged beyond the already-approved 2025 increase, according to the Mitchell Republic. The city continues major water-supply planning while carrying more than $55 million in State Revolving Fund loan debt.

House Bill 1187, which would add school coaches to South Dakota’s mandatory reporter law, is scheduled for Senate consideration on Monday, March 9.

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Attorney General Jackley Releases 2025 Crime in South Dakota Report

The Crime in South Dakota 2025 Report includes 64,261 criminal offenses in 2025 compared to 68,388 in 2024. Drug offenses decreased 6.25 percent in 2025 compared to 2024. There were 6,358 drug offenses in 2025 compared to 6,782 in 2024.

3 weeks ago in Olympics, Sports

Mikaela Shiffrin remembers her late father after winning Olympic slalom gold

Mikaela Shiffrin stood atop the Olympic podium, looking almost in disbelief at the gold medal around her neck. The American skiing star hadn't simply won a slalom race...

3 weeks ago in National, Trending

Iran and the US lean into gunboat diplomacy as nuclear talks hang in balance

Iran and the United States leaned into gunboat diplomacy on Thursday as nuclear talks between the nations hung in the balance....

3 weeks ago in College, High School,

Today’s Area Basketball Slate, Mitchell Hoops & Wrestling tomorrow, DWU updates and SDSU men lose while women play tonight

Area high school basketball for today, Mitchell basketball & wrestling tomorrow, DWU loses to Dordt + three other sports in action tomorrow and SDSU men lose while women will play tonight.

3 weeks ago in Music

U2’s new music honors Renee Good and draws inspiration from world events

U2 is returning with its first collection of new songs in nearly a decade, opening with a tribute to Renee Good...

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Mitchell police investigating BankWest ATM “jackpotting” theft; about $80,000 taken

Mitchell police are investigating a late-night theft from two BankWest ATMs using a technique known as “jackpotting,” with an estimated $80,000 taken. The incidents happened late Friday, Feb. 13, into early Saturday, Feb. 14, and investigators are asking the public to report suspicious activity.

3 weeks ago in Trending, World

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office over ties to Epstein

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former British prince who was stripped of his royal titles because of his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein...

3 weeks ago in Music

A rare Paul McCartney and Wings trove heads to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer

A collection of Paul McCartney instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos and tour memorabilia will be part of an exhibit at...

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