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2 days ago in College, High School,
WEEKEND SPORTS: Mitchell State Wrestling final day, Three DWU sports in action & Wrestlers get All-Conference honors, Jackrabbit Hoops & Timberwolves at Denver
Mitchell The Kernel wrestling teams compete in their Varsity State Tournaments for their final day on Saturday. Both the boys…
Mitchell School District Caring Closet Expands Pop-Up Appointments With Student Clothing and “Cuts for Kids”
The Mitchell School District Caring Closet is adding scheduled clothing shopping appointments and “Cuts for Kids” haircuts at its monthly pop-up events, aimed at helping students get essentials so they can focus on school. Appointments are limited to in-person Mitchell students and must be reserved online
Safe Place of Eastern South Dakota to Host “ShamROCK and Roll” Fundraising Event March 7
Safe Place of Eastern South Dakota to Host “ShamROCK and Roll” Fundraising Event March 7
2 days ago in National
What to watch as the midterms begin with Tuesday’s primaries
After months of speculating, pontificating and spinning, the midterm election season begins in earnest Tuesday. The primary results in Texas, North Carolina and Arkansas will provide some of the first concrete evidence for what voters want as President Donald Trump's second term approaches the halfway mark.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Eddie Vedder turns solo vulnerability into a powerful plea in Netflix’s ‘Matter of Time’
The first time Eddie Vedder toured without Pearl Jam, he made some glaring mistakes onstage and felt discouraged. A few shows later, he ran into Bruce Springsteen, who told him that performing solo is terrifying but that vulnerability can be a force to harness.
2 days ago in Sports
NCAA football oversight committee proposes stiff penalties for violations of transfer portal window
The NCAA football oversight committee is recommending emergency legislation to protect the transfer portal window by issuing penalties for schools and coaches who circumvent the rules.
2 days ago in Sports
US hockey player Brady Tkachuk slams White House TikTok as ‘clearly fake’ after anti-Canada slur
American hockey player Brady Tkachuk said Thursday that he did not appreciate a doctored TikTok video shared by the White House that made it look like he was disparaging Canadians after winning Olympic gold, calling it fake and something he would never say.
2 days ago in Entertainment
30 years after Pokémon’s release, fans are still trying to catch ’em all
In the 30 years since Pokémon debuted in Japan with the 1996 release of Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green for Nintendo Game Boy, the franchise has taken over the globe with its animated shows, mobile games and highly coveted trading cards. Its popularity continues with fans young and old.
2 days ago in College, High School,
Area Playoff Results from last night + tomorrow’s games, Mitchell teams fall to O’Gorman, Mitchell Wrestlers receive All-Conference as State continues, DWU Baseball/Softball games and Minnesota beats LA
Area Playoff Results from last night + tomorrow's games, Mitchell girls routed by O'Gorman but boys game comes down to the final seconds on Coach Robey Day, Mitchell Wrestlers receive All-Conference as State continues, DWU Baseball/Softball games and Minnesota beats LA.
2 days ago in World
Pakistan is in ‘open war’ with Afghanistan after latest strikes, defense minister says
Pakistan and Afghanistan exchanged cross-border attacks overnight in a dramatic escalation of tensions that led to Pakistan's defense minister to say on Friday that the two countries are in a state of "open war."
Mitchell Park Board Approves 40% Rec Center Discount for Members, Updates Cadwell and Ice Arena Rental Fees
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.
South Dakota Bill Would Require English Proficiency for Commercial Driver Licenses, Add Penalties After Traffic Stops
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.
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.
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.
3 days 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.
3 days 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.
3 days 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.
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.
3 days 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.
3 days ago in College, High School,
Area Sports Playoffs continues tonight, Mitchell rounds out their regular season at O’Gorman, DWU teams split in GPAC Tournament, SDSU WBB big win & Timberwolves vs Clippers tonight
Area Basketball Playoffs continues tonight, Mitchell rounds out their regular season at O'Gorman, DWU teams split in GPAC Tournament, SDSU WBB big win & Timberwolves vs Clippers tonight.