PHOTOS: Main Street turns into a canvas of hope for Chalk the Walk

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MITCHELL — Sidewalks along Main Street were filled with colorful messages of hope and encouragement Thursday as Mitchell community members took part in Chalk the Walk. Mason VanWey draws a flower in chalk on the sidewalk along Mitchell's Main Street during Chalk the Walk on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025. Adam Thury / Mithcell RepublicThe annual statewide event, organized by Lost&Found, invites businesses, organizations and residents to create chalk art in recognition of Suicide Prevention Month. ADVERTISEMENTA Chalk the Walk sign sits outside of the Corn Palace pictured on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025. Adam Thury / Mithcell Republic