News across Greater Mitchell
Royalty Crowned: Marissa Blais takes the title at the 2026 Persimmon Festival Queen Contest
MITCHELL — Royalty and tradition took center stage Monday night as the community gathered for the annual Persimmon Festival, highlighted by the announcement of this...
Crowned in Mitchell: Zoey Maddox takes the title at Junior Miss Persimmon Festival Contest
MITCHELL — The excitement of festival season continued as local youth stepped into the spotlight for the Junior Miss Persimmon Festival Contest, culminating in the...
Little Miss Royalty: Lydia Cessna Crowned at the Persimmon Festival
MITCHELL — The excitement was electric as the annual Persimmon Festival continued with the ever-popular Little Miss Contest, bringing out bright smiles, proud families, and...
Mini Majesty: Jovee Endris takes the crown at the Persimmon Festival Mini Miss Contest
MITCHELL — The cuteness factor was off the charts as the annual Persimmon Festival rolled out the red carpet for the youngest stars of the...
From Pitch-Perfect to Persimmon-Perfect: WQRK and LiteFM Crown the Newest Persimmon Idol Champions!
MITCHELL — Local vocal talent was on full display as contestants took the Main Street Stage to compete for top honors at The Persimmon Idol...
News Watch and DWU again sponsoring state spelling bee
Elementary and middle schools as well as family home schools can now register to qualify for the Feb. 6 bee at Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell.