With few exceptions, May is Bob's favorite month By Bob Karolevitz Except for a few minor seasonal flaws, May is my favorite month. It's the month of violets, pussy willows, plum blossoms and butterflies. Tulips bloom, and so does South Dakota's official flower, the purple pasque. It seems that everything … Read Article
There's no electricity tooth fairy by Ron Williamson The electrical power woes in California have basically stopped all discussion of electric power deregulation in South Dakota. Statements have even been made that we have plenty of power in South Dakota for present and future needs. Such complacency today can lead … Read Article
Between the Lines By David Lias For the last two years, the city, businesses and volunteers have joined together in an effort called Operation Pride with the goal of sprucing up Vermillion, and their efforts have exceeded expectations. Vermillion Beautiful, Inc. has also done much to improve the aesthetics of … Read Article
Students experience business operation with computers' help Vermillion and Wakonda school district students are learning about day-to-day business and industry operations by using computer software for simulations. "Working in small, collaborative groups, students assume the roles of key employees in various companies," said Ryan Phillips, project manager of the Classroom, … Read Article
Bryde receives nursing degree Bonnie Bryde, Vermillion, received a master of science degree in nursing from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha. Commencement exercises were held May 5 at the Omaha Civic Auditorium.
Gustafsons tell grads to make choice to be happy, make decisions, take resulting risks The University of South Dakota campus was bursting with activity May 12 as four different graduation ceremonies were held at Slagle Hall due to roof replacement at the DakotaDome. Jeanne and James Gustafson, of Vail, CO … Read Article
Reimnitz receives academic scholarship Justine Reimnitz from Vermillion has received an Academic Excellence Scholarship at Black Hills State University. Students receiving an Academic Excellence Scholarship will receive an award of one half of the tuition cost. The scholarship can be renewed for three additional years provided the recipient maintains a … Read Article
Capital outlay will fund new Wakonda school by M. Jill Karolevitz The Wakonda School Board voted Monday night to issue 20-year capital outlay certificates for the construction of a new elementary school adjacent to the existing building. �By doing it this way, we can spend up to $1,138,740,� said Superintendent … Read Article
Patrick Brooks awarded scholarship Patrick Brooks, son of Keith and Gloria Brooks, Vermillion, has been awarded one of the 2001 Most Valuable Student Scholarships by the Elks National Foundation. The award of this scholarship is based on ACT scores, honors/awards, positions of leadership, organization participation, employment and community service. Brooks … Read Article
USD unveils plans for new School of Business University of South Dakota School of Business Dean Jerry Johnson officially announced plans to build a $12.8 million School of Business on the Vermillion campus during the recent annual Business Awards Banquet at the Coyote Student Center on the USD campus. Architect … Read Article
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