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4 hours ago in Crime, Government
Mayor’s Update: Mitchell Cybersecurity Investigation Finds Small Number of Employees Affected
Mayor Jordan Hanson says the city has completed its investigation into unauthorized activity discovered Aug. 6. A small number of employees were affected and have been notified and offered complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection.
3 days ago in Crime
Mitchell Man Sentenced to 85 Years in Prison on First-Degree Rape Charges
A Mitchell man has been sentenced to 85 years in prison on each of two first-degree rape charges involving victims younger than 13. The sentences for Eric Mark Opperman, 49, will run concurrently.
3 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
WEEKEND HAPPENINGS: Soccer, Cornicupia, Petal Pulls, and Local Shopping Fill Mitchell’s Weekend
Cornicupia, the National Pedal Pull Championships and the Palace City Farmers Market are among Mitchell’s events Sept. 26-27. Showers could affect outdoor plans Saturday.
4 days ago in Crime
CRIME OF THE WEEK: Mitchell Crime Stoppers Seeks Tips After Pistol Stolen from Parked Vehicle
Mitchell Area Crime Stoppers is seeking information after a pistol was stolen from a parked vehicle in the 700 block of East First Avenue. The case has been designated Crime of the Week No. 509.
Early voting in Mitchell, SD: What voters need to know for the 2026 election
Early voting is underway in Mitchell and across South Dakota for the Nov. 3, 2026, general election. Here’s what Davison County voters need to know about voting early, absentee ballots, voter registration and identification requirements.
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