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6 minutes ago in Business, Government, Local

Mitchell School District Among Nine in South Dakota Receiving CTE Equipment Grants

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The Mitchell School District received $38,663 through the 2026 Perkins Reserve Grant to modernize its automotive technology lab.

The Mitchell School District is among nine districts in South Dakota selected for 2026 Perkins Reserve Grant funding. State officials say the grants will help schools upgrade Career and Technical Education equipment in areas including automotive, manufacturing, agriculture and culinary arts.

29 minutes ago in Business, Government, Local

South Dakota Senate to Consider Bill Requiring School Coaches to Report Suspected Child Abuse

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House Bill 1187, which would add school coaches to South Dakota’s mandatory reporter law, is scheduled for Senate consideration on Monday, March 9.

The South Dakota Senate is set to take up House Bill 1187 on Monday, March 9. The measure would add a “coach of a school activity” to the state’s list of mandatory reporters of child abuse or neglect.

51 minutes ago in Agriculture, Business, Local

South Dakota Families Can Apply for Century Farm, Ranch Recognition Through Aug. 1

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South Dakota families who have owned at least 80 acres of original farmland for 100 years or more can apply for Century Farm and Ranch recognition through Aug. 1.

South Dakota families who have owned farmland or ranchland for 100 years or more can apply for recognition through the state’s Century Farm and Ranch program. The annual honor highlights multigenerational ag operations across South Dakota.

1 hour ago in Business, Government, Local

Mitchell-Area Groups Can Apply for Central Electric Operation Round-Up Grants by May 1

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Central Electric Cooperative is accepting Operation Round-Up grant applications through May 1 for projects that benefit local communities. The program helps fund nonprofits, clubs and community groups across the cooperative’s service area.

1 hour ago in Business, Local, People

Mitchell Tech Foundation to Host Alumni Gathering, Cornhole Tournament at Corn Palace on April 4

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The Mitchell Technical College Foundation is inviting alumni, local businesses and community members to the Alumni Gathering and Cornhole Tournament on Friday, April 4, 2025, at the World’s Only Corn Palace. Proceeds from the event will support the Alumni Legacy Scholarship for Mitchell Tech students.

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