News across Davison County
Mitchell man arrested after allegedly violating protective order and trespassing at local residence
MITCHELL — A Mitchell man was taken into custody late Tuesday night after police allegedly caught him entering a residence in violation of an active...
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...
Mitchell man arrested after woman says he pointed gun at her vehicle, affidavit says
MITCHELL — A Mitchell man was arrested Sept. 7 after a woman told Lawrence County deputies that he pointed a firearm at her vehicle while her...
Ben Franklin/Ace Hardware celebrates 50 years
MITCHELL — For 50 years, Ben Franklin/Ace Hardware has been more than a local store. It has been a familiar part of the Mitchell community,...
PUBLIC NOITCE - Active Construction Zone at N. Ohlman St. and W 23rd Ave
The intersection of N. Ohlman and W. 23rd Ave. reamins closed. Please avoid this area as it is an active construction zone.
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.