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Two Nonprofits to Strengthen Services for Youth and Families
Abbott House has signed a letter of intent to acquire Wellfully in Rapid City, a move aimed at expanding youth mental health and behavioral health services across South Dakota.
2 weeks ago in National
4 Republicans defy Speaker Johnson to force House vote on extending ACA subsidies
Four centrist Republicans broke with Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday and signed onto a Democratic-led petition that will force a House vote on extending for three years an enhanced pandemic-era subsidy that lowers health insurance costs for millions of Americans.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Teen drug use remains low, but survey finds small rise in heroin and cocaine use
Teen use of alcohol, nicotine and marijuana remains at record lows, according to national survey results released Wednesday.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes begins rehab after knee surgery with eye on Week 1 return in 2026
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has begun rehab following surgery to repair two torn ligaments in his left knee, and the team is optimistic the two-time MVP could be back early next season — perhaps even by the time Kansas City plays Week 1.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Dolphins benching Tua Tagovailoa for rookie Quinn Ewers, AP source says
The Miami Dolphins are benching Tua Tagovailoa for rookie seventh-round pick Quinn Ewers, a person with knowledge of the quarterback change told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Rob Reiner’s son Nick appears in court on 2 counts of murder in killing of his parents
Rob Reiner's son Nick Reiner made his first court appearance Wednesday in Los Angeles on two counts of first-degree murder in the killing of his parents.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
The Oscars will move to YouTube in 2029, leaving longtime home of ABC
In a seismic shift for one of television's marquee events, the Academy Awards will depart ABC and begin streaming on YouTube beginning in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Wednesday.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Christine Baranski narrates ‘A Christmas Carol’ before returning for new ‘The Gilded Age’ season
Christine Baranski agreed to narrate a music-and-spoken word version of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" last December at The Morgan Library & Museum in New York, which owns the original manuscript of the 1843 classic. A recording was made last June at the Church of the Redeemer in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, and released Dec. 4 on the LSO Live label.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Maximalism is back in cocktails with bold colors and flavors
After years of minimalist, pared-back drinks, maximalism is back. Drinkers are looking for more than just a simple serve, and bartenders are dreaming up bold color palettes, layered flavors, oversize garnishes, theatrical glassware and playful twists on classic drinks.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Carlos Alcaraz ends 7-year partnership with coach Juan Carlos Ferrero
Top-ranked Carlos Alcaraz is parting ways with his longtime coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, the man who guided him to the pinnacle of men's tennis during a remarkably successful seven-year partnership.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Losing to Jake Paul would be ‘awfully embarrassing’ for Joshua, says promoter Hearn
Writing in a column for the BBC, Eddie Hearn said it was "crazy" that Anthony Joshua — a former two-time world heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medalist — was getting in the ring with Paul, a YouTuber-turned-boxer who is facing easily his biggest challenge yet.
DWU announces winter holiday hours
Dakota Wesleyan University offices and the McGovern Library will observe modified hours during the winter holiday break, with normal operations resuming in mid-January.
2 weeks ago in World
Millions are pledged to a Syrian Australian man who stopped a gunman and became a national hero
Like many Australians strolling at Bondi Beach on long, warm summer evenings, Ahmed al Ahmed just wanted a cup of coffee with a friend. Around him, a bloody massacre erupted as two gunmen targeted Jews during Hanukkah festivities at a park close to the shore.
Minnehaha County Approves Higher Inmate Housing Rates Amid Rising Costs
Minnehaha County commissioners approved an increase in the daily rate charged to Lincoln County for housing inmates, citing rising costs and funding gaps from the state.
Improving Construction, Sales Tax Offer Hope for Sioux Falls City Budget
Sioux Falls city officials say improving construction activity and modest sales tax growth are easing budget concerns as the city approaches the end of the year.
2 weeks ago in College, High School,
Sports Roundup: Wednesday 12/17/25
Mitchell teams split season opener, Tons of area basketball teams in action, Thursday Night Football matchup tomorrow night and more in this edition of sports.
SBA Honors Top Small Business Lenders Across South Dakota
The U.S. Small Business Administration’s South Dakota District Office announced its 2025 Leadership in Lending Awards, highlighting record-setting small business loan activity statewide.
Mitchell Technical College Program Prepares Future Local Business Owners
Mitchell Technical College’s entrepreneurship program is helping students and working adults gain the skills needed to start or grow local businesses as Baby Boomers retire.
Mitchell Veterans Receive Holiday Gifts from VFW and Community Volunteers
Local veterans in Mitchell received personalized holiday gifts and visits from members of VFW Post 2750 and partner groups, bringing Christmas cheer to area care facilities.
Pierre Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Escape from Sioux Falls Facility
A 22-year-old Pierre man has been sentenced to federal prison after escaping from a Sioux Falls residential reentry center earlier this year, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
