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23 hours ago in Business, Government
South Dakota Flu Death Toll Rises to 23 as Cases Continue to Slow
The South Dakota Department of Health says three more people have died from influenza during the 2025-26 season, bringing the statewide death toll to 23. State health data also shows more than 15,000 cases and 838 hospitalizations this season, with activity declining since a February peak.
23 hours ago in Business, Government, Sports
Mitchell Sports and Events Authority Awards Grants for Baseball Tournaments, NAIA Games
Two Mitchell sporting events are getting a financial boost from the city’s Sports and Events Authority. The board approved $7,500 for Palace City Baseball Association tournaments and $10,000 for Dakota Wesleyan University’s NAIA women’s basketball event at the Corn Palace.
24 hours ago in Business, Government, Local
Mitchell City Council Seeks Third Round of Bids for Lake Mitchell Campground Tornado Shelter
The Mitchell City Council is moving ahead with a third round of bids for a proposed tornado shelter and restroom facility at Lake Mitchell Campground. City officials hope added construction options will lower costs and bring the FEMA-backed project closer to budget.
24 hours ago in Business, Government, Local
Dusty Johnson Proposes $2 Million ‘Launch South Dakota’ Startup Initiative in Governor’s Race
South Dakota gubernatorial candidate Dusty Johnson announced a campaign proposal Friday to invest $2 million in a new “Launch South Dakota” initiative aimed at supporting startups and homegrown entrepreneurs. Johnson said the plan would use money from the state’s Future Fund if he is elected governor.
2 days ago in Business, Government, Local, People
South Dakota Reaches Settlement With Mayday Health Over Abortion Pill Ads
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says the state has settled its case with Mayday Health over abortion pill advertisements posted at gas stations. The New York-based group agreed to remove the signs and end the dispute in both South Dakota and New York.
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