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Three members to join DWU Board of Trustees
MITCHELL, S.D. – Dakota Wesleyan University announces the appointment of three members to its Board of Trustees. Diane DesLauriers is…
Weekly Round[s] Up: NDAA Progress, Government Funding Deadline, and Senate Democrats’ Obstruction of Trump Nominees
This week in DC: advancing the NDAA, racing to fund the government by Sept. 30, and confronting Senate Democrats’ obstruction of Trump’s nominees.
Gas Leak Reported at Mitchell Plant
A gas leak at High Plains Processing in Mitchell prompted a fire crew response Sunday after a mower struck a gas line. No injuries were reported.
Lawmakers Set Special Session on $650M Sioux Falls Prison Proposal
South Dakota lawmakers will debate a $650M Sioux Falls prison plan Sept. 23. Some oppose costs and Corrections Secretary Kellie Wasko’s leadership.
Three Injured in Brookings Plane Crash Near Airport
A small plane crashed after takeoff at Brookings Regional Airport, injuring three. The NTSB and FAA are investigating the Beechcraft accident.
High School Students Invited to Apply as 2026 Legislative Pages
South Dakota juniors and seniors can apply to be legislative pages for the 2026 session, gaining civic experience while earning $55 per day.
Mitchell Artist Wins Prestigious Midwest Disability Arts Award
Mitchell artist Brianna Wiersema won the 2025 Midwest Award for Artists with Disabilities, one of nine honorees selected from 400 submissions.
Rhoden Unveils $650 Million Prison Plan for Sioux Falls Site
Gov. Larry Rhoden unveiled a $650M plan for a new Sioux Falls state prison at Benson Road, cutting costs by $175M ahead of the Sept. 23 special session.
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Hegseth and Caine visit Puerto Rico as US steps up military operations in the Caribbean
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, arrived in Puerto Rico on Monday for an unexpected visit as the U.S. steps up its military operations against drug cartels in the Caribbean.
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Rick Davies, co-founder and singer of Supertramp, dies at 81
Rick Davies, the co-founder, singer and songwriter of British band Supertramp, has died after a long battle with cancer, the band said Monday. He was 81.
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Dodgers’ no-hit bid falls short in 9th but rally for 3-1 win over Rockies
Tyler Glasnow and Blake Treinen combined to pitch eight innings of no-hit ball before Tanner Scott gave up Colorado's first hit in the ninth and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied for a 3-1 victory Monday night.
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J.J. McCarthy rallies Vikings in 4th quarter of his debut for 27-24 win over Bears
J.J. McCarthy's long-awaited debut for the Minnesota Vikings was looking more like a nightmare. Even so, coach Kevin O'Connell could sense things were going to change. And he told his quarterback at halftime.
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Israeli military urges full evacuation of Gaza City ahead of expanded military operation
The Israeli military urged a full evacuation of Gaza City on Tuesday morning ahead of its planned expanded offensive in the northern city, where hundreds of thousands of people struggle under conditions of famine.
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Charlie Sheen talks his road to sobriety ahead of release of his memoir, ‘The Book of Sheen’
Sheen sat down with actor and writer David Duchovny during an event at 92nd Street Y, New York on Monday to discuss the writing process behind his memoir, "The Book of Sheen," his journey through sobriety and his passion for acting.
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Sports Roundup: Tuesday 9/9/25
Mitchell Soccer The Kernel boys and girls soccer teams will see the field tonight. Mitchell will travel to Watertown to…
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What to Stream: Ed Sheeran, ‘Only Murders in the Building,’ Charlie Sheen doc and Borderlands 4
"Only Murders in the Building" returning for its fifth season and Ed Sheeran coming back with the new pop album "Play" are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
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Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, Lainey Wilson lead Country Music Association Awards noms with 6 each
Joining Lainey Wilson in competing for the night's highest honor — CMA entertainer of the year — will be Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton and Morgan Wallen, last year's winner in the category.
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Trump note to Epstein that he denies signing is released by Congress
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee released on Monday a sexually suggestive letter to Jeffrey Epstein purportedly signed by President Donald Trump, which he has denied.
Legislation Introduced for New State Prison
Gov. Larry Rhoden unveiled draft legislation to replace South Dakota’s 140-year-old State Penitentiary, a key step ahead of the upcoming special session.
Weather Delays Streets, Open House at Southlake Estates
Mitchell Area Housing delayed Southlake Estates ribbon cuttings after weather setbacks. Streets wrap by Sept. 10, with an open house rescheduled for Sept. 25.
