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Groundbreaking Marks Start of $15 Million Peaceful Pines Senior Living Center in Mitchell

A new era in Mitchell’s housing growth is underway with the groundbreaking of the Peaceful Pines Senior Living Center at 350 North Harmon Drive.

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Mark Brown Named Next President of Mount Marty University in Yankton

Mount Marty University has announced Mark Brown as its next president. Currently serving as director of the university’s biotechnology management program at the Sioux Falls campus, Brown will become Mount Marty’s 12th president.

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Mitchell Dedicates Sebert’s Beach in Honor of Former Mayor Lou Sebert’s Legacy of Service

A heartfelt tribute took place in Mitchell on Wednesday as city officials, residents, and family members gathered to dedicate Sebert’s Beach in memory of former Mayor Lou Sebert.

12 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Government Shutdown Enters Second Week as Senate Standoff Over Obamacare Credits Deepens

The second week of the federal government shutdown has begun, with most checks still not in the mail. Senate Majority Leader John Thune and the Trump White House are ramping up pressure as Senate Democrats hold firm on extending Obamacare premium tax credits.

12 hours ago in Business, Crime, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Parkston Considers Dissolving Police Department, Turning to Hutchinson County Sheriff for Law Enforcement Services

Parkston city officials are weighing a proposal to dissolve the local police department and contract with the Hutchinson County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement coverage. The plan, outlined by Sheriff Maurice Waltner and Mayor Tim Semmler, would provide up to 60 patrol hours per week starting January 1, redirecting the city’s $276,000 police budget to county services

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Sports Roundup: Thursday 10/16/25

Area Sports Tomorrow’s Football Games (All but first two are 7pm starts) Corsica-Stickney @ Platte-Geddes at TBD Tripp-Delmont/Armour/Andes Central/Dakota Christian…

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Russell Westbrook is joining the Sacramento Kings for his 18th NBA season, AP source says

Former MVP Russell Westbrook is joining the Sacramento Kings, a person familiar with the agreement told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the team hasn't announced the deal.

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Yamamoto throws 3-hitter as Dodgers beat Brewers 5-1 for 2-0 lead in NLCS

Relying on an old-school pitching strategy has the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers two wins from returning to the Fall Classic.

2 days ago in College, High School, Local Sports, Sports

Sports Roundup: Wednesday 10/15/25

Mitchell Volleyball The Kernel volleyball teams get back to the volleyball court tomorrow after their five-set thriller against Sioux Falls…

2 days ago in Sports

NFL is more wide open with no dominant or unbeaten teams through first 6 weeks

The NFL is more wide open than it's been in years. There are no dominant teams this season, no unbeatens through six weeks. Only the Buccaneers and Colts have five wins.

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County judge in Chicago area bars ICE from arresting people at court

Cook County's top judge signed an order barring ICE from arresting people at court. Cook County includes Chicago, which has seen a federal immigration crackdown in recent months.

2 days ago in National

Supreme Court takes up GOP-led challenge to Voting Rights Act that could affect control of Congress

The Supreme Court is taking up a major Republican-led challenge to the Voting Rights Act, the centerpiece legislation of the Civil Rights Movement, that could gut a key provision of the law that prohibits racial discrimination in redistricting.

2 days ago in National

Trump honoring Charlie Kirk with Presidential Medal of Freedom on what would be his 32nd birthday

President Donald Trump on Tuesday is posthumously awarding America's highest civilian honor to Charlie Kirk, the assassinated activist who inspired a generation of young conservatives and helped push the nation's politics further to the right.

3 days ago in National

Rare October storm brings heavy rain and possible mudslides to Southern California

A rare October storm arrived in California on Tuesday and threatened to pummel wildfire-scarred Los Angeles neighborhoods with heavy rain, high winds and possible mudslides. Some homes were ordered to evacuate.

3 days ago in National

Government shutdown could be the longest ever, Speaker Johnson warns

Republican Speaker Mike Johnson predicted Monday the federal government shutdown may become the longest in history, saying he "won't negotiate" with Democrats until they hit pause on their health care demands and reopen.

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12 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Groundbreaking Marks Start of $15 Million Peaceful Pines Senior Living Center in Mitchell

A new era in Mitchell’s housing growth is underway with the groundbreaking of the Peaceful Pines Senior Living Center at 350 North Harmon Drive.

12 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Mark Brown Named Next President of Mount Marty University in Yankton

Mount Marty University has announced Mark Brown as its next president. Currently serving as director of the university’s biotechnology management program at the Sioux Falls campus, Brown will become Mount Marty’s 12th president.

12 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local

Mitchell Dedicates Sebert’s Beach in Honor of Former Mayor Lou Sebert’s Legacy of Service

A heartfelt tribute took place in Mitchell on Wednesday as city officials, residents, and family members gathered to dedicate Sebert’s Beach in memory of former Mayor Lou Sebert.

12 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Government Shutdown Enters Second Week as Senate Standoff Over Obamacare Credits Deepens

The second week of the federal government shutdown has begun, with most checks still not in the mail. Senate Majority Leader John Thune and the Trump White House are ramping up pressure as Senate Democrats hold firm on extending Obamacare premium tax credits.

12 hours ago in Business, Crime, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Parkston Considers Dissolving Police Department, Turning to Hutchinson County Sheriff for Law Enforcement Services

Parkston city officials are weighing a proposal to dissolve the local police department and contract with the Hutchinson County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement coverage. The plan, outlined by Sheriff Maurice Waltner and Mayor Tim Semmler, would provide up to 60 patrol hours per week starting January 1, redirecting the city’s $276,000 police budget to county services

1 day ago in Lifestyle

Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits

Here's a simple way to switch up your walking routine, according to experts: try going backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical benefits: stronger bones and muscles, cardiovascular fitness and stress relief, to name a few.

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