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2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Questlove, Twenty One Pilots and Raye to present at Rock Hall

A glittering list of music figures will help present awards at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony this year, including Elton John, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Questlove, Twenty One Pilots, Missy Elliott and Raye.

2 weeks ago in National

Comey will make first court appearance in Justice Department case accusing him of lying to Congress

Former FBI Director James Comey is set to make his first court appearance Wednesday in a Justice Department criminal case accusing him of lying to Congress five years ago.

2 weeks ago in National

Hurricane Priscilla moves along Mexico in the Pacific as Tropical Storm Jerry churns in the Atlantic

Hurricane Priscilla weakened in the Pacific as it moved Wednesday along the west coast of Mexico while Tropical Storm Jerry in the Atlantic was expected to strengthen on a track for the Leeward Islands, forecasters said.

2 weeks ago in College, High School,

Sports Roundup: Wednesday 10/8/25

Mitchell Golf The Kernel boys golf team had their final day at the State Tournament yesterday. Mitchell ended in seventh…

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Here are the 3 fashion trends that ruled spring runways

As Paris Fashion Week wrapped up this week after myriad debuts and shake-ups, three trends took hold. Shoulders were broadened and jackets snapped to attention. Skin showed on the wearer's terms. And dressy, formal fashion came back — lighter, simpler, and meant for real life, not just red carpets.

2 weeks ago in World

Priscilla nears major hurricane status as new tropical storm forms in the Atlantic

Hurricane Priscilla neared Category 3 status on Tuesday in the Pacific as a new tropical storm formed in the Atlantic, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.

2 weeks ago in National

National Guard members from Texas are in Illinois in Trump’s latest move to send troops to cities

National Guard members from Texas were at an Army Reserve center in Illinois on Tuesday, the most visible sign yet of the Trump administration's plan to send troops to the Chicago area despite a lawsuit and vigorous opposition from Democratic elected leaders.

2 weeks ago in Sports

NFL fines Jerry Jones $250,000 for obscene MetLife gesture he says was inadvertent

The NFL said Tuesday it has fined Jerry Jones $250,000 for an obscene gesture toward fans at MetLife Stadium that the Dallas owner said was "inadvertent" and intended for fans of the Cowboys, not the New York Jets.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Alex Ovechkin is ready for his 21st season in Washington and his first after turning 40

When Alex Ovechkin was asked what he is most looking forward to on opening night this season, his answer was a subtle reminder that the 40-year-old version of the star forward is different than the player who entered the NHL two decades ago.

2 weeks ago in National

Attorney General Bondi faces Senate questions over political pressure on Justice Department

Attorney General Pam Bondi is facing lawmakers at a congressional hearing Tuesday amid growing questions about political influence over a Justice Department that has already criminally charged one of President Donald Trump's longtime foes and is facing intense White House pressure to prosecute others.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ breaks record, sells 2.7 million copies in U.S. on first day

It's the life of a saleswoman. Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," sold 2.7 million copies in traditional album sales — which include physical and digital formats — in its first day in the U.S. That's according to Luminate, an industry data and analytics company.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Mistake-prone Chiefs blame themselves for crushing loss at Jaguars

Patrick Mahomes had an interception returned 99 yards for a touchdown and the Chiefs were flagged 13 times for 109 yards in a 31-28 loss to the Jaguars. Four of those penalties came in the final 1:45. The mounting mistakes proved to be the difference in a back-and-forth game, the fifth one of the NFL's Week 5 decided in the final 30 seconds.

2 weeks ago in World

Nobel Prize in Physics goes to 3 scientists whose work advanced quantum technology

John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret and John M. Martinis won the Nobel Prize in Physics on Tuesday for research on the weird world of sub-atomic quantum tunneling that advances the power of everyday digital communications and computing.

2 weeks ago in College, High School,

Sports Roundup: Tuesday 10/7/25

Mitchell Soccer The Kernel soccer teams are now ready for Class AA State soccer which begins tonight. The girls will…

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Mitchell Prepares for Non-Resident Pheasant Hunting Opener October 18

Mitchell is welcoming hunters from across the country for the non-resident pheasant hunting opener on Saturday, October 18.

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Dakota Wesleyan University Announces 140th Homecoming Parade “Roarin’ Thru the Decades”

Dakota Wesleyan University is preparing for its annual homecoming parade at 10 a.m. Saturday, October 25, on Main Street in Mitchell. Celebrating DWU’s 140th anniversary, this year’s parade theme is “Roarin’ Thru the Decades.”

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Senate Leader John Thune Opposes Obamacare Subsidy Deal Amid Shutdown

Senate Majority Leader John Thune says there will be no deals on Obamacare subsidies until the current government shutdown ends, accusing Democrats of holding the federal government “hostage.”

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Yankton County Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Aggravated Assault Stabbing

A Yankton County man, Timothy Terrell Wilson, has been sentenced to 25 years in the South Dakota State Penitentiary, with 15 years suspended, following his conviction for aggravated assault.

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Mitchell Teacher Deanell Backlund Receives Prestigious Spirit of Dakota Award

Deanell Backlund, a longtime Mitchell educator, has been honored with the 39th Spirit of Dakota Award, the first recipient from Mitchell.

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Midwest Wellness Institute Expands Mental Health Services with New Downtown Sioux Falls Clinic

A new mental health care option is now available in downtown Sioux Falls. The Midwest Wellness Institute has opened its second Sioux Falls clinic on North Main Avenue, its fourth overall location.

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5 hours ago in National

Trump backs off planned surge of federal agents into San Francisco after talking to the mayor

President Donald Trump said Thursday that he's backing off a planned surge of federal agents into San Francisco after speaking to the mayor, as protesters gathered outside a U.S. Coast Guard base where they were located.

5 hours ago in Entertainment

Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons make the case for the wild ride that is ‘Bugonia’

"Bugonia" arrives in select theaters this weekend on a wave of good buzz and reviews after premiering at the Venice Film Festival. But it's also coming into a theatrical marketplace that has been, at best, tough on art films and awards hopefuls, no matter how starry or well-reviewed.

6 hours ago in Sports

Rookie Trey Yesasave to start World Series opener for Blue Jays, just his 7th big league game

Rookie Trey Yesasave will start Friday night's World Series opener for the Toronto Blue Jays against the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers and Blake Snell, giving the 22-year-old more postseason starts than career regular-season outings.

7 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle

South Dakota Lawmakers to Debate 22 Property Tax Proposals at State Capitol

South Dakota lawmakers are set to debate at least 22 proposals on property tax reform. Sioux Falls Representative Greg Jamison tells Dakota News Now that asking local governments to cut half their budgets is a major challenge.

7 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Mitchell City Council Reviews Loan Repayment Plan for $3.39 Million North Ohlman Utility Project

The Mitchell City Council is weighing changes to how it repays loans for public works projects, including a $3.39 million State Revolving Fund loan for utility upgrades on North Ohlman Street.