Australian visitor learns 'People are pretty much the same' in South Dakota, compared to her home by M. Jill Karolevitz Forget Crocodile Dundee. And don't give a thought to kangaroos named Skippy. Australia is more than that, as Rachel Callaway, 23, is teaching the people she visits in South Dakota. … Read Article
SD chapter of the March of Dimes gives grants to help moms, babies The South Dakota Chapter of the March of Dimes is pleased to advance maternal and infant health in South Dakota by supporting several initiatives that address the unique needs of the state. In addition to awarding $30 … Read Article
Officials optimistic about Vermillion's economic future Mayor Roger Kozak listens to comments at a community meeting held Tuesday afternoon in the Vermillion Public Library. Attending the meeting were officials from Job Service, Southeast Job Link, the One Stop Career Center, the Vermillion Area Chamber of Commerce, the Vermillion Development Company, … Read Article
Bridge name appears to be a done deal by David Lias It appears that attempts by some Vermillion citizens to persuade local government officials to seek a different name for the Newcastle/Vermillion Bridge have effectively been stopped. The bridge's name is already set in stone, or more specifically, in brass … Read Article
Vermillion hospital begins respiratory care department A respiratory care department has been established at the Sioux Valley Vermillion Hospital, with Lori Salonen, RT, as director of respiratory care. "Lori is a respiratory therapist with 25 years of experience," said John Paulson, CEO. "She will develop a pulmonary rehabilitation program, asthma … Read Article
Jon Trefz awarded fifth degree black belt After one month of anxiously awaiting the results of his testing completed at the American Taekwondo Association's (ATA) World Championships in Little Rock, AR, Jon Trefz learned that he has been awarded his fifth degree black belt. Trefz joins just three others in … Read Article
Pulpit Reflections by Rev. Mercy Hobbs Jesus "in your face." Most of us prefer to think of Jesus as the good shepherd, the pastoral one who is gentle, loving and kind to the members of his flock, especially us. The majority of paintings of Jesus show him clean and a … Read Article
Quilters guild meets Sept. 13 The Vermillion Quilter's Guild will hold an organizational meeting for the fall on Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. at the 4-H building in Vermillion. Planning will be done for next year. This may include trips, classes, and demonstrations. New quilters and experienced quilters are invited … Read Article
Clubs Vermillion Rotary Club Dr. Jerry Jacobs, director of The University of South Dakota Disaster Mental Health Institute, was the special guest of Vermillion Rotarians at their noon luncheon meeting Sept. 4. Jacobs recently traveled to India to help people in areas of that country after it was ravaged by … Read Article
University featuring collaborative exhibit The University Art Galleries at The University of South Dakota opened its Main Gallery's season this week with "Selvedge and Salvage; Images of Belief," a collaborative exhibition featuring the photography of John Moler and collage paintings by Arthur Amiotte. On display from Sept. 3-23, the theme … Read Article
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By David Lias david.lias@plaintalk.net The Vermillion School Board approved the contracts of two individuals who will replace two long-time coaches … Read Article
By Travis Gulbrandson travis.gulbrandson@plaintalk.net Members of the Vermillion City Council heard two change options for the recycling program it shares … Read Article
By Travis Gulbrandson travis.gulbrandson@plaintalk.net Vermillion police chief Matt Betzen is applying for a grant that could net the community another … Read Article
By David Lias So many things to comment on this week. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin won’t be a candidate in 2014. … Read Article
