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Loose dogs in Mitchell pose a risk, according to local dog experts
3+ hour, 52+ min ago (618+ words) MITCHELL " Local dog care business owners are in agreement: Mitchell needs a new leash law. The Mitchell City Council, during its regular meeting on Monday, April 20, held a discussion with residents on the topic of the city's leash law requirements....
Young entrepreneur opens pet salon with focus on care and connection
3+ week, 1+ day ago (865+ words) MITCHELL " In an industry often built on volume, Jeralyn Fast is slowing things down. At Shear Perfection Pet Salon, the 21-year-old schedules fewer dogs, builds in breaks and prioritizes comfort over speed " a philosophy shaped by years of training and…...
Greater sage grouse advocates say new federal plan imperils habitat in states including SD - Mitchell Republic | News, weather, sports from Mitchell South Dakota
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (441+ words) The Bureau of Land Management announced on Dec. 22 its decision to modify greater sage grouse land-use plans on about 65 million acres. The plan affects areas in Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nevada, California, Utah and Wyoming. The bureau said…...
SDGFP officials hope for six-figure prairie grouse harvest amid record population count in 2025
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (301+ words) After South Dakota's largest prairie grouse harvest in a quarter-century in 2024, an even bigger season could be in store for 2025. "I'm hoping that with these numbers, we see even more hunters take advantage of this season, and we see those…...
Aunt and niece duo begin Valais breed-up program
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (636+ words) BRANDT, S. D. " Faith Olsen has been involved in the sheep industry her whole life. She raises around 150 Polypay-Dorset cross commercial ewes and some natural colored registered ewes. This summer, she decided to branch into a new venture, raising Valais Blacknose sheep....
Unlocking Life Basics: Getting a dog 101
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (196+ words) Many people underestimate the work and commitment of a dog, and they don't realize how big of a decision it truly is. Before bringing your new dog home, you should gather these essentials: Socialization is another key factor in raising…...
PHOTOS: Cats and dogs shine at 4-H Achievement Days show
8+ mon, 2+ week ago (160+ words) Adam Thury joined the Mitchell Republic in March of 2022. He was born and raised in Mitchell, S. D. , and graduated from Mitchell High School in 2015. He always had an eye for photography but started honing his skills mid-2014. He has worked on growing…...
Woster: Soak up the beauty of South Dakota's wildlife
10+ mon, 6+ day ago (525+ words) I wonder sometimes if, since we are so often so close to wildlife in South Dakota, we tend to take it for granted. I mean, just the other afternoon as I moved chairs around on the patio, a wild turkey…...
Mitchell goes to the dogs with inaugural pup crawl
10+ mon, 5+ day ago (317+ words) Unlike a traditional pub crawl, the Pup Crawl was all about four-legged fun. "It looked like usually it literally involved bar hopping with your dog," Anderson said, recalling her research into similar events around the country. "We wanted to make…...
With graduation upon him, Mitchell Tech's Jordan Gerlach looks to fill need with dog boarding business
11+ mon, 2+ week ago (985+ words) Erik Kaufman joined the Mitchell Republic in July of 2019 as an education and features reporter. He grew up in Freeman, S. D. , graduating from Freeman High School. He graduated from the University of South Dakota in 1999 with a major in English and…...