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Mitchell High School Prepares for New Year with Modern Campus and Safety Upgrades
When classes begin August 20 at the new Mitchell High School, students will be welcomed by a campus filled with natural light, modern classrooms, and upgraded athletic facilities. A standout safety feature is a raised crosswalk at the main entrance, designed to slow traffic and improve accessibility for those with mobility challenges.
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Navy Sailors Help Build Homes for Homeless Veterans
During Navy Week in Sioux Falls, U.S. Navy sailors are volunteering with the Veterans Community Project to build tiny homes for homeless veterans. When rain moved in Wednesday, crews shifted indoors to install microwaves, hang doors, and add finishing touches.
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Dakota Liberty Beer to Debut for America’s 250th
South Dakota is raising a glass to America’s 250th birthday with a commemorative beer, Dakota Liberty. State Historian Ben Jones says the brew will debut August 30 at the South Dakota State Fair in Huron, with tastings at the nearby Tap Haus.
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Sturgis Rally Sees More Crashes, Arrests, and Bikes
The 85th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is off to a busy and dangerous start, with the South Dakota Department of Public Safety reporting 41 injury accidents, two fatal crashes, and 70 DUI arrests in the first five days.
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605 Virtual Job Fair Set for August 20
The South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation will host a statewide virtual hiring event on Wednesday, August 20, giving job seekers the opportunity to connect with top employers, explore open positions, and interview — all from home.
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Sioux Falls Council Weighs Proposed Data Center Near Brandon
A proposed Gemini Data Center project between Sioux Falls and Brandon is now under review by the city council. The plan calls for rezoning 160 acres from residential to light industrial, potentially creating 200 to 300 new jobs in the region.
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Second West Nile Death Reported in South Dakota
A second death linked to West Nile virus has been confirmed in South Dakota, according to the Department of Health. As of August 6, officials report 16 human cases across 11 counties, with the first fatality occurring in July. In addition, two asymptomatic blood donors have tested positive for the virus.
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Trial Delayed for Man Accused in Deputy’s Death
The Moody County murder trial of Joseph Hoek is on pause as defense attorneys seek a change of venue, arguing the Sioux Falls man cannot receive a fair trial locally. Hoek is charged with the February 2024 killing of Chief Deputy Sheriff Ken Prorok.
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Jury Selection Underway in Sioux Falls Triple Homicide Case
Jury selection is underway in the high-profile triple homicide trial of Justin Rackley in Lincoln County, South Dakota. Rackley stands accused of fatally shooting three individuals — Kellie Reaves, Michael Thompson, and Daniel Kemnitz — near a backyard fire pit in Sioux Falls over a year ago.
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Sioux Falls Residents Voice Concerns Over Operation Prairie Thunder
Pushback is mounting in Sioux Falls over Governor Rhoden’s controversial public safety initiative, Operation Prairie Thunder. At a packed city council meeting, dozens of residents raised concerns about the plan’s immigration enforcement measures and its coordination with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
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DCI Agents Trained for ICE Partnership Ahead of Sturgis Rally
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has announced that two state Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) agents are now federally trained to collaborate directly with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
