News

Jury finds in favor of area couple

An Artesian couple will receive compensation for injuries suffered in a 2008 automobile crash in Mitchell.

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Sen. Johnson supportive of Weiland’s bid

Sen. Tim Johnson voiced his support for Rick Weiland’s U.S. Senate candidacy Wednesday.

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Recent rains lift spirits of SD farmers, ranchers

PIERRE — Rusty Foster already sold some of his cows and may have to sell more because of the yearlong drought that hit much of the state, but recent rains have helped lift his spirits and those of his neighbors in northwestern South Dakota’s Perkins County.

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Wagner man nabbed after chase

Pursuit of up to 110 mph includes punched window.

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Parties settle in Thirsty’s bar assault lawsuit

Attorney: Victim still dealing with medical issues.

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One injured in motorcycle accident

An Iowa man was injured Tuesday morning when his motorcycle slid on a Mitchell Interstate 90 exit.

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Davison commissioners approve billboard site

Panel also discusses Extension use of county secretary.

• James Schorzmann
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Roads partially open near old Longhorn

Demolition work continues; city to meet with VFW officials.

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School board venues set at two locations this week

The public will be welcome at two events showcasing the four candidates for the Mitchell Board of Education this week, organizers say.

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Mitchell voters can pick up absentee ballots

Absentee ballots may be picked up until 3 p.m. June 4.

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Scotland woman claims $10,000 Powerball prize

PIERRE — Pamela Cokeley, of Scotland, on Tuesday claimed her $10,000 Powerball prize from the Saturday drawing. Cokeley matched four of five white ball numbers and the Powerball to win the game’s third prize.

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Native American Telecom discloses info before PUC ruling

Firm gives financial data to Sprint.

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2008 car crash goes to court

Artesian couple seeking damages from estate after Mitchell accident.

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Agriculture

LENTSCH: The unsung heroes of agriculture

May fitting month to celebrate Mother’s Day

• Lucas Lentsch
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Thune takes action on farm bill

Senator finds mixed results with proposed amendments

• John Thune
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Planting half as far along as last year

Farmers remain optimistic, locals and experts say

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Cuts loom for farm aid, food stamps

Congress to work on issues this week

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Monsanto wins seed case as high court backs patent rights

The U.S. Supreme Court Monday bolstered Monsanto Co.’s ability to control the use of its genetically modified seeds, ruling that companies can block efforts to circumvent patents on self replicating technologies.

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Crop income up despite '12 drought

Despite a major drought, crop income increased in 2012, according to an annual report issued by the South Dakota Center for Farm/Ranch Management at Mitchell Technical Institute.

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Life

Burke native to promote new album in South Dakota

Rehme Sutton released her debut album, “Long Road Home,” on May 10.

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Secret to great burger is minimalism

The less you add to your ground beef, the less you handle the meat when mixing it, and the less you flip it while grilling, the better burger you get in the end.

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Farmers, Flea Market will start on June 1

The James Valley Community Center Farmers and Flea Market will open for the season on June 1 at the Fifth and Main parking lot, Mitchell.

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Children’s medical grants now available

Qualifying families can receive up to $5,000 per grant to help pay for medical services and equipment such as physical, occupational and speech therapy, counseling services, surgeries, prescriptions, wheelchairs, orthotics, eyeglasses and hearing aids.

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White River student wins congressional art competition

Hill City, Winner students tie for second place.

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PHOTO: Salvation Army dinner

From left, Salvation Army board chairman Carol Weiss, guest speaker Julie Brookbank and Salvation Army volunteer Tina Mecham visit prior to the annual Salvation Army volunteer dinner Monday night at the Resurrection Lutheran Church in Mitchell. Salvation Army Director Maj. Linda Jones, shown taking a photograph in the background, said the evening included a social hour, presentation of awards to local individual volunteers and groups that support the Salvation Army. (Candy DenOuden/Republic)

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Indian village to participate in Blue Star museums program

The Mitchell Prehistoric Indian Village is one of more than 1,800 museums across America to offer free admission to military personnel and their families this summer in collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families and the Department of Defense.

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Tickets to go on sale soon for Dakotafest Women’s Brunch

This year’s theme is “Love the Journey.” Lisa Brouwer of Sioux Falls will be this year’s speaker.

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Compost drop off hours change in Mitchell

The site will be open Monday through Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. and from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday.

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Foothills Roundup Rodeo scheduled in Wessington Springs

WESSINGTON SPRINGS — Cowboys and cowgirls from across the Midwest will compete in 13 events during the 11th annual Wessington Springs Foothills Roundup South Dakota Rodeo Association Rodeo May 25-26.

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Opinion

OPINION: Honor song dispute reveals race divide in Chamberlain

In a town where race relations have been tense for many, many years, as a parent, I was hoping these elected officials would support the struggle for equality and reconciliation.

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OUR VIEW: Thank God for weather warnings

Friday, a nasty-looking storm brewed on the horizon. The Daily Republic’s radar and weather alerts showed no severity, however. Neither did radio or television reports.

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OUR VIEW: Debates still should be held

The Mitchell Chamber of Commerce has decided to not host a debate featuring this year’s candidates for the Mitchell Board of Education.

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WOSTER: Cradling sleeping child a calming connection with tomorrow

Last Saturday evening I spent a remarkably satisfying hour or so just sitting at a kitchen table holding a sleeping child.

• Terry Woster
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OUR VIEW: Longhorn moral: Start planning now

This soap opera should be teaching city officials that they need to get busy planning, budgeting and funding programs that will spark downtown rebirth or renovation.

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OPINION: Natural gas just part of US energy solution

Natural gas alone will not bend the carbon curve fast enough. Moreover, additional leaks from pipelines, gas wells, etc. would be problematic since methane is 25 times more potent a greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide.

• Robert McTaggart
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THOMAS: Tyranny no longer ‘lurking’

IRS scandal shows agency out of control.

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Sports

Area basketball coaches earn region awards

Three head and four assistant area basketball coaches were named the South Dakota Basketball Coaches Association’s coaches of the year for their regions.

Thursday's Sports Schedule: 5/23/13

A look at today's sports schedule.

Thursday's Sports Briefs: 5/23/13

USD getting big donation for athletic facilities By The Associated Press VERMILLION — CorTrust Bank is giving the University of South Dakota $1.5 million for an athletic facility expansion plan that includes a 6,000-seat arena.