For the Record Marlene Amundsen presiding 11-13-98 � 11-19-98 Bingen, Michael, Todd, P.O. Box 47, Burbank. Possession of alcohol by minor, dismissed by motion of prosecutor. Flynn, Jason, M., 202 N Pine St., Vermillion. Possession of alcohol by minor, $75.50 plus costs; fail to obey lawful order, $38.50 plus costs. … Read Article
Between The Lines By David Lias Syndicated conservative columnist Cal Thomas is singing the praises of the U.S. Supreme Court these days. Unfortunately, it's a tune that is not very uplifting, especially for a state with limited resources like South Dakota. Why is Thomas all aglow? By a vote of … Read Article
All I want for Christmas… Jacob Chappel, three-year-old son of Chrystal Mackey, Vermillion, didn't miss out on the opportunity to visit Santa Claus in downtown Vermillion Sunday afternoon. Jacob Chappel, three-year-old son of Chrystal Mackey, Vermillion, didn't miss out on the opportunity to visit Santa Claus in downtown Vermillion Sunday … Read Article
Milne's memories shared with new book Bruce Milne signs a copy of Angels, Cripples, & Culprits for former student Karoline Gertonson. by M. Jill Sundstrom When Bruce Milne is alone, he reflects on the world around him, writing free verse poems to match the moment. �They aren�t usually things I … Read Article
Fraternity to coordinate toy collection by M. Jill Sundstrom Packages under the Christmas tree are something many children take for granted, but in reality, presents don�t find their way to every good little girl and boy. That�s why Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity at The University of South Dakota has organized … Read Article
Area legislative forum planned An area legislative forum, hosted by the Southeast Area Cooperative, is planned for Monday, Nov. 30 at Beresford High School. A dinner will begin at 6 p.m., with a legislative forum at 6:45 p.m. Legislators from District 16 (Sen. Ken Albers, Rep. Mike Broderick, and Rep. … Read Article
Locals attend REALTORS meeting Attending the November Committee and Business Meetings of the South Dakota Association of REALTORS held in Pierre at the Ramkota River Centre on Nov. 16-17, was Scott Anderson, Mary Ellen Jensen, Sue Navrat, Stan Thompson, Dave Nichol, and Bill Conkling of the Lewis and Clark Board … Read Article
Elusive monickers: One of life's frustrations By Bob Karolevitz I've reached the age when remembering names is one of life's minor frustrations. I blame it � not on mental deterioration � but on the fact that through the years I have met (or heard about) thousands of people, and it's … Read Article
President Clinton must still face punishment for his wrongdoings By Guest Commentary This much seems clear today: Bill Clinton's political backside is safe. He will not be unceremoniously thrown out of office by the Senate in any impeachment trial. He may face the impeachment proceedings, but the mathematics of the … Read Article
Letters Chuang, orchestra deserve ovation To the Editor: Monday evening, Nov. 16, I attended the concert by the USD orchestra and violin soloist. The performance was great. The soloist, Huan-Ching Chuang, played the Mendels- sohn Violin Concerto. She gave to the concerto a sensitive reading. She surmounted the technical challenge … Read Article
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Memorial Day services will be celebrated Monday, May 27, at the Vermillion Public Library. The program, hosted by Veterans of … Read Article
By Travis Gulbrandson travis.gulbrandson@plaintalk.net The Internet has made personal correspondence easier than ever, either between relatives, friends or coworkers. One … Read Article
By Travis Gulbrandson travis.gulbrandson@plaintalk.net Olympic pole-vaulter Derek Miles had some words of advice for the Vermillion High School class of … Read Article
By David Lias It’s difficult to watch helplessly as fellow citizens suffer injury, death and loss. Once again, the nation … Read Article
By Paula Damon “What a [person] needs in gardening is a cast-iron back with a hinge in it.” C.D. Warner … Read Article
