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Education Cuts on the Line as Federal Budget Deadline Hits
South Dakota schools could face significant funding cuts if Congress approves President Trump’s proposed Department of Education budget. Sioux Falls alone could lose nearly $3.7 million, potentially affecting staffing, class sizes, and after-school and Title One programs.
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Congressman Dusty Johnson to Run for South Dakota Governor
Congressman Dusty Johnson has announced his candidacy for South Dakota governor in 2026, choosing not to seek another term in Congress. Johnson says he feels called to lead state government and aims to provide voters with clear reasons to support his campaign.
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Governor Rhoden Declares October Cybersecurity Awareness Month in South Dakota
Governor Larry Rhoden has proclaimed October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month in South Dakota, emphasizing the need to protect the state’s infrastructure, economy, and residents from growing digital threats.
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Highway Patrol Plans Statewide Sobriety Checkpoints in October
The South Dakota Highway Patrol will conduct sobriety checkpoints in 16 counties throughout October, including Brule, Davison, Minnehaha, Pennington, and Yankton. The checkpoints, carried out with local law enforcement and funded by the Office of Highway Safety, aim to remind drivers not to drink and drive.
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Five Hurt in School Bus, Truck Crash Near Harrison
Five people, including three students, were seriously injured in a collision northwest of Harrison last week when a school bus and a semi-truck collided at an uncontrolled intersection. The crash occurred just before 5 p.m. Wednesday.
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Rounds Introduces Legislation to Eliminate Statute of Limitations for Second Degree Murder on Federal Lands
U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) has introduced Kamisha’s Law, a bill that would eliminate the statute of limitations for certain murder charges on federal and tribal lands.
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Thune: The Senate Is on Schumer Shutdown Watch
Mitchell Now publishes opinion pieces representing both sides of a variety of topics. Opinions presented do not necessarily reflect those…
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Governor Rhoden Proclaims October Cybersecurity Awareness Month
PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) – Governor Larry Rhoden has proclaimed October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month in South Dakota. This proclamation recognizes…
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Senate Democrats, Let’s Avoid This Shutdown
Mitchell Now publishes opinion pieces representing both sides of a variety of topics. Opinions presented do not necessarily reflect those…
4 weeks ago
Mitchell Council Backs $2.5M for Second Fire Station
Mitchell city leaders are moving forward with plans for a second fire station, fully funding the $2.5 million project in the 2026 budget. The city council reversed a prior plan to spread costs over three years. Potential sites include the old water treatment plant or land near the airport. Fire Chief Shannon Sandoval says the department already has the necessary equipment and will add six new employees in 2026.
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Casey Crabtree Pushes Back on Sales Tax Hike to Fund Property Tax Cuts
A proposal from South Dakota’s interim property tax committee to raise the state sales tax by 2% to offset property tax reductions is facing pushback.
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Lawmakers to Face Property Tax Reform Debate in 2026 Session
Property tax reform is expected to be a top issue when South Dakota legislators return to Pierre in 2026. District 8 Senator Casey Crabtree of Madison says lawmakers will likely face several competing proposals, with the key challenge being how to deliver meaningful tax relief while ensuring schools and counties have the funding they need to operate.
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Dusty Johnson Defends House Work on Budget Bill
South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson says the U.S. House has already passed a bill with a continuing resolution to keep the government open, but the Senate has yet to act.
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Dusty Johnson Warns of Budget Stalemate Ahead of Federal Deadline
South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson warns that a federal budget deal is unlikely before the fiscal year ends September 30, raising the risk of a partial government shutdown. Johnson says lawmakers remain at a stalemate over a budget extension as the deadline approaches.
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Davison County Signs Off on 2026 Budget, Looks Ahead to New Jail Plans
Davison County commissioners have finalized the 2026 budget, approving more than $8.8 million in property tax revenue and setting aside $100,000 to plan for a potential new jail and public safety building.
