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26 minutes ago in Business, Government
Rhoden Signs South Dakota Property Tax Relief Bills as 2026 Session Ends
Gov. Larry Rhoden signed two property tax relief bills Thursday that supporters call the largest property tax cut in South Dakota history. The measures came on the final day of the 2026 regular legislative session, with lawmakers set to return March 30 for Veto Day.
37 minutes ago in Business, Education, Government
Mitchell School Board Race May Form as Petition Deadline Nears
A potential race is developing for the Mitchell School Board as incumbent Deb Everson seeks re-election and Vanessa Klock takes out a nominating petition. The filing deadline is March 24, with an election set for June 2 if needed.
44 minutes ago in Business, Government
Ag in the Classroom Returns to Mitchell March 24 at Davison County Fairgrounds
Fourth-grade students from Mitchell and surrounding schools will take part in Ag in the Classroom on Tuesday, March 24, at the Davison County Fairgrounds. The event gives students hands-on lessons about farm animals, crops, soil and agricultural safety.
3 days 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.
3 days 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.
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