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Monthly Archives: February 2003

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Regents scholarship great investment in youth

  February 28, 2003 - 12:00 am | Opinion
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Regents scholarship great investment in youth by Robert Duffet, president Dakota Wesleyan University Congratulations to Harvey Jewett and Tad Perry of the South Dakota Board of Regents; House Majority Leader Bill Petersen; and all members of the South Dakota House of Representatives. Recently, the House of Representatives unanimously passed the … Read Article →

Between the Lines

  February 28, 2003 - 12:00 am | Opinion
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Between the Lines by David Lias There was talk at the last legislative Cracker Barrel meeting in Vermillion about the failure of legislation related to ethanol. A member of the Saturday morning audience noted that, to him, requiring the use of ethanol only makes sense. Such a requirement, naturally, would … Read Article →

Exercise not a waste ­ it’s helping Bob’s waist

  February 28, 2003 - 12:00 am | Opinion
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Exercise not a waste � it's helping Bob's waist by Bob Karolevitz Phyllis is going to get me in shape even if it kills me. Granted I�m getting kind of flabby around the middle, and my routine is quite sedentary � but I didn�t think I was THAT bad. She … Read Article →

Missouri River Institute receives $50,000 grant

  February 28, 2003 - 12:00 am | Schools
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Missouri River Institute receives $50,000 grant Senator Tim Johnson (D-SD) was at The University of South Dakota on Feb. 19 to announce that the Missouri River Institute received a $500,000 grant for environmental and water quality research on the Missouri River. Johnson said the grant is to be administered by … Read Article →

Trombone festival concert is Feb. 28

  February 28, 2003 - 12:00 am | Schools
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Trombone festival concert is Feb. 28 The 8th annual Siouxland Trombone Festival concert will be held at the Vermillion High School auditorium on Friday, Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. The program will feature 50 high school trombonists from the quad state region and the trombone ensembles from The University of … Read Article →

Austin chosen as USD Employee of the Month

  February 28, 2003 - 12:00 am | Schools
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Austin chosen as USD Employee of the Month A high commitment to service, an excellent work ethic and knowledge of her responsibilities have earned Kay Austin Employee of the Month honors at The University of South Dakota for February. Austin is a program assistant in the medical student affairs department … Read Article →

USD announces fall 2002 deans’ lists; over 850 students named

  February 28, 2003 - 12:00 am | Schools
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USD announces fall 2002 deans' lists; over 850 students named The University of South Dakota has announced the Dean's lists for the 2002 fall semester, with approximately 863 students, or 10 percent of the entire student body, named to the lists. Students are listed by schools and colleges at the … Read Article →

Fremstad prepares for year-long exchange trip

  February 28, 2003 - 12:00 am | Schools
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Fremstad prepares for year-long exchange trip Britt L. Fremstad of Vermillion, is one of 25 recipients of a scholarship opportunity to live and study in Japan. Fremstad, a student at Vermillion High School, will depart for Japan on March 9 to live with a volunteer host family and attend high … Read Article →

Quilt historian, curator to visit USD March 13-15

  February 28, 2003 - 12:00 am | Schools
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Quilt historian, curator to visit USD March 13-15 Mary Bywater Cross, noted quilt historian, curator, and author, will visit The University of South Dakota, March 13-15 as the 2003 Women's History Month lecturer. Cross will present an illustrated lecture titled "Treasures in the Trunk: Quilts of the Migration," on March … Read Article →

Lavallee key to USD marketing

  February 28, 2003 - 12:00 am | Schools
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Lavallee key to USD marketing Lavallee by Brian Humphrey If experience is a key, then The University of South Dakota unlocked its creative and marketing doors after hiring Michelle Lavallee. Lavallee graduated with a bachelor of science degree in communications from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL and an MBA from … Read Article →

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    The Power of Dance

      May 19, 2013 - 6:07 pm | Local News, Community, Featured
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    The Vermillion Area Dance Organization presented it Mother’s Day recital, “The Power of Dance,” 2 p.m., Sunday, May 12, in the Vermillion High School Performing Arts Center.  The two-hour show included two acts and 45 unique performances by scores of local dancers of all ages. Pictured are (from left) Isabelle Newcombe, Raygen Dean (jumping), Jenna Irwin, Willa Freeman, and Neveah Rusher. Full gallery of photos may be seen and purchased at spotted.plaintalk.net. 
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    School board hires new football, gymnastic coaches

      May 19, 2013 - 6:04 pm | Local News, Schools
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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 →

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    Council considers options for local recycling program

      May 19, 2013 - 6:02 pm | Local News
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    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 →

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    Passing the torch

      May 19, 2013 - 5:59 pm | Local News, Community, News
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    VPD seeks grant to provide additional school officer

      May 19, 2013 - 5:57 pm | Local News
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    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 →

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    Between the Lines: The fastest, most direct route to the truth

      May 19, 2013 - 5:55 pm | Opinion
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    By David Lias So many things to comment on this week. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin won’t be a candidate in 2014. … Read Article →

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