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2 hours ago in Business, Government, Local

Mitchell Park Board Approves 40% Rec Center Discount for Members, Updates Cadwell and Ice Arena Rental Fees

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The Mitchell Park and Recreation Board voted 3-2 to give its members a 40% discount on Mitchell Recreation Center memberships, matching the city employee rate. The board also approved updated rental fees and multiple facility agreements for city sports venues.

3 hours ago in Business, Government, Local

South Dakota Bill Would Require English Proficiency for Commercial Driver Licenses, Add Penalties After Traffic Stops

South Dakota Move Over law updated traffic safety law highway safety South Dakota new Move Over law July 1 amber yellow blue flashing lights roadside worker protection motorist safety regulations South Dakota transportation laws vehicle safety laws 2025 expanded Move Over rules

A South Dakota Legislature bill would require commercial driver license holders to demonstrate English proficiency and would allow officers to cite and place drivers out of service if they can’t respond to official inquiries in English. The measure, sponsored by Sen. Taffy Howard, has advanced in the House and could next head to Gov. Larry Rhoden.

3 hours ago in Business, Government, Local

Missing Vote by Sen. John Carley Sinks Data Center Incentive Bill as Attendance Tactics Draw Scrutiny in Pierre

A key South Dakota Senate vote on data center incentives failed this week after Sen. John Carley was absent during Tuesday’s floor session in Pierre. The incident renewed debate over lawmakers missing votes amid close margins and the possibility of tie-breaking action by Lt. Gov. Tony Venhuizen.

Sport

6 hours ago in Sports

Max Scherzer and Toronto Blue Jays agree to $3 million, 1-year deal, AP source says

Max Scherzer is returning to the Toronto Blue Jays. Two weeks into spring training, the three-time Cy Young Award winner has agreed with the reigning American League champions on a $3 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press early Thursday.

2 days ago in Sports

Kevin Durant says he wants to play for US men’s basketball team at 2028 Olympics in LA

"I didn't want to just take my name out of consideration just because of the simple fact that I'm older and I did it before"

2 days ago in Sports

UFL restricts punting beyond 50-yard line and makes 60-plus field goals worth 4 points

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The UFL won’t allow punts after a team crosses the 50-yard line until late in each…

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao agree to a rematch in September at The Sphere in Las Vegas

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao have agreed to a rematch of their landmark 2015 bout. Their second fight will be held Sept. 19 in Las Vegas, the boxing icons announced Monday.

National

6 hours ago in National

Hillary Clinton is testifying as part of the House investigation into Jeffrey Epstein

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is testifying before U.S. House lawmakers in New York on Thursday as part of a congressional investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, starting off two days of depositions that will also include former President Bill Clinton.

6 hours ago in National

Memorial services for Jesse Jackson begin at Chicago headquarters of his civil rights organization

Cross-country memorial services for the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. are set to begin Thursday in Chicago, the city the late civil rights leader called home.

1 day ago in National, Trending

Takeaways from Trump’s address: Sales mode on economy, heavy on patriotism, dark turn on Democrats

President Donald Trump started in sales mode, using his State of the Union address to deliver an upbeat vision of the U.S. economy. But that portrayal collides with the sentiment of Americans who remain anxious about their finances and feel they haven't benefited from Trump's policies.

2 days ago in National

Waymo’s robotaxis now being dispatched in 10 major U.S. markets with expansion in Texas and Florida

Waymo will begin dispatching its robotaxis in four more cities in Texas and Florida, expanding the territory covered by its fleet of self-driving cars to 10 major U.S. metropolitan markets.

News from Mitchell Now

2 hours ago in Business, Government, Local

Mitchell Park Board Approves 40% Rec Center Discount for Members, Updates Cadwell and Ice Arena Rental Fees

Fresh

The Mitchell Park and Recreation Board voted 3-2 to give its members a 40% discount on Mitchell Recreation Center memberships, matching the city employee rate. The board also approved updated rental fees and multiple facility agreements for city sports venues.

3 hours ago in Business, Government, Local

South Dakota Bill Would Require English Proficiency for Commercial Driver Licenses, Add Penalties After Traffic Stops

South Dakota Move Over law updated traffic safety law highway safety South Dakota new Move Over law July 1 amber yellow blue flashing lights roadside worker protection motorist safety regulations South Dakota transportation laws vehicle safety laws 2025 expanded Move Over rules

A South Dakota Legislature bill would require commercial driver license holders to demonstrate English proficiency and would allow officers to cite and place drivers out of service if they can’t respond to official inquiries in English. The measure, sponsored by Sen. Taffy Howard, has advanced in the House and could next head to Gov. Larry Rhoden.

3 hours ago in Business, Government, Local

Missing Vote by Sen. John Carley Sinks Data Center Incentive Bill as Attendance Tactics Draw Scrutiny in Pierre

A key South Dakota Senate vote on data center incentives failed this week after Sen. John Carley was absent during Tuesday’s floor session in Pierre. The incident renewed debate over lawmakers missing votes amid close margins and the possibility of tie-breaking action by Lt. Gov. Tony Venhuizen.

3 hours ago in Government

Dakota Wesleyan University Announces MMTH 360 Alliance to Develop Athletics Facilities Master Plan

Dakota Wesleyan University has entered a strategic alliance with MMTH, joining the MMTH 360 program to help create a long-term athletics “sports masterplan.” The partnership is expected to support facility planning and the student-athlete experience at DWU.

22 hours ago in Business, Local

Mitchell Community Scholarship Fund Radiothon was a success!

The Mitchell Community Scholarship Fund held its 23rd annual Radiothon fundraiser Monday, Feb. 23, on KOOL 98-3 and KMIT.

News

6 hours ago in Entertainment

Park Chan-wook will lead the Cannes Film Festival jury, will be the 1st Korean in the role

Park Chan-wook, the Korean filmmaker of "Oldboy" and "No Other Choice," will head the jury at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, festival organizers announced Thursday.

6 hours ago in Trending, World

FIFA’s Infantino has ‘complete confidence’ in Mexico to host World Cup games despite cartel violence

The violence that erupted in Mexico after the death of a powerful drug lord has left many questioning whether the country will be able to co-host the World Cup in just over three months. FIFA President Gianni Infantino thinks it can.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Phil Collins, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira get Rock Hall nominations

Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira are some the 2026 nominees for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a wide net that includes rap, metal, R&B, hip-hop, Britpop, blues rock and pop.

1 day ago in National, Trending

Takeaways from Trump’s address: Sales mode on economy, heavy on patriotism, dark turn on Democrats

President Donald Trump started in sales mode, using his State of the Union address to deliver an upbeat vision of the U.S. economy. But that portrayal collides with the sentiment of Americans who remain anxious about their finances and feel they haven't benefited from Trump's policies.

1 day ago in Lifestyle

Are expensive shampoos worth it? Here’s what the experts have to say

Ornate packaging paired with enticing advertisements that claim expensive shampoos are elixirs to all hair woes can leave one wondering: Are the higher prices really worth it? Should I abandon my $8 drugstore mainstay for a $42 premium brand?

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