Johnson diagnosed with prostate cancer 'I feel great and am meeting this head-on' U.S. Senator Tim Johnson (D-SD), 57, released the following statement Feb. 25 regarding his health: "First off, I would like to report that I am feeling great. However, I have news to share that will impact my … Read Article
Red meat production up from last year Commercial red meat production for South Dakota totaled 94.7 million pounds during January. This is up 5 percent from one year ago but down 4 percent from last month, according to USDA's South Dakota Agricultural Statistics Service. For January, pork production was up, … Read Article
S.D. beef heading to Guard troops in Iraq Every beef producer in South Dakota is helping send $20,000 worth of beef jerky and beef sticks to South Dakota National Guard troops serving in Iraq. More than 2,700 pounds of American-raised beef is on its way to approximately 750 National Guardsmen … Read Article
April's Ag Advice by April Borders There has been a lot of talk and concern about soybean rust and what this disease holds in store for soybeans in South Dakota. So I thought that this would be a good time to take a look at this disease and how it … Read Article
Christopherson will host March 1 open house Dan Christopherson, candidate for mayor of Vermillion, will host an open house on Monday, March 1, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Silver Dollar Restaurant in Vermillion. The event is being held to give supporters an opportunity to stop by any time … Read Article
Johnson staffer plans outreach day in Irene Sen. Tim Johnson (D-SD) has announced that Erik Nelson, of his Sioux Falls office, will hold a constituent outreach day in Irene on Tuesday, March 9.�Nelson will hold office hours from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Mainstreet Gallery in Irene.� "Many South … Read Article
'Where would you like to sit on a 100 degree day?' by David Lias The Vermillion City Council has decided to replace the grandstand at the Prentis Park baseball field with seating that will have a very similar wooden design � even though it may cost approximately $13,000 more than … Read Article
Solid waste department seeks input on recycling The city of Vermillion is seeking public input on the Solid Waste Department's recycling program. "Recycling is a major part of the mission of the city of Vermillion's Solid Waste Department," said Phyllis Packard, solid waste director, "and in order to provide the … Read Article
SESDAC, Inc. prepares for annual benefit auction Bob Lamb of Aramak (center) watches Paul Stone and Tiffany Glenn work to make cooking utensils spotless at the food service facility in the Coyote Student Center at USD. SESDAC, Inc. is busy preparing for its 13th Annual Benefit Auction on March 20 … Read Article
Chapman candidate for council Jere Chapman of Vermillion announced Wednesday that he plans to run for the city council seat in the Southeast Ward currently held by Ray Hofman. Chapman has been a resident of Vermillion and involved in the restaurant business in the city for the past 22 years. … Read Article
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By Travis Gulbrandson travis.gulbrandson@plaintalk.net Al Neuharth is remembered around the world as a legend in the field of journalism … Read Article
VERMILLION – Prominent officials, journalists, colleagues, friends, and others inspired by his vision and legacy will celebrate the life of … Read Article
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 Although “motorcycle” isn’t the thing that comes to mind when most people think of the National … Read Article
By Travis Gulbrandson travis.gulbrandson@plaintalk.net One week after her title was revoked, an area 6-year-old was again named winner of the … Read Article
By Travis Gulbrandson travis.gulbrandson@plaintalk.net South Dakota’s attorney general has some advice for the recent graduates of the University of South … Read Article
