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Monthly Archives: February 2005

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Vermillion celebrates year of progress Friday

  February 25, 2005 - 12:00 am | Local News
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Vermillion celebrates year of progress Friday By David Lias To say that Vermillion has experienced change in the past year is a bit of an understatement. Like all South Dakota communities, the city has faced its fair share of challenges. It has also set its sights high, and met many … Read Article →

Checkpoints are planned in March

  February 25, 2005 - 12:00 am | Local News
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Checkpoints are planned in March The South Dakota Highway Patrol will be holding sobriety checkpoints during the week of March 13-19, in Clay County. In addition to detecting alcohol or drug impaired drivers, troopers make use of the sobriety checkpoints to remind the motoring public of the dangers of drinking … Read Article →

Cherry Street plans revealed

  February 25, 2005 - 12:00 am | Local News
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Cherry Street plans revealed Vermillion businessman Larry Brady (left) listens as Rick Laughlin of the South Dakota DOT describes the changes in store for Vermillion's Cherry Street. By David Lias The South Dakota Department of Transportation billed it as public hearing and open house. There was little resemblance to a … Read Article →

Foot care clinic services begin in February

  February 25, 2005 - 12:00 am | Local News
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Foot care clinic services begin in February Right foot, left foot, feet, feet, feet; How many many feet you meet? Have you ever wondered what Dr. Seuss was thinking when he wrote an entire children's book about feet? Children love the silly rhymes and sing-song rhythms used to describe the … Read Article →

Influenza is impacting the local blood supply

  February 25, 2005 - 12:00 am | Local News
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Influenza is impacting the local blood supply With the influenza outbreaks, the Siouxland Community Blood Bank is asking for everyone with all blood types to donate blood as soon as possible to help replenish the supply. Many donors have not been able to donate over the past week or two … Read Article →

Heartland Home Care extends operations

  February 25, 2005 - 12:00 am | Local News
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Heartland Home Care extends operations Heartland Home Care, Inc. announces extended operations in Grand Island, NE, and Vermillion. Heartland Home Care is an in-home care and companionship agency that provides in home care to the elderly who wish to remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible. … Read Article →

Upcoming events in Wakonda

  February 25, 2005 - 12:00 am | Community
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Upcoming events in Wakonda Friday, Feb. 25: Late start at Wakonda School, 9:05 a.m. Fifth and sixth grade boys' basketball at Tyndall � TBA. WHS girls' basketball districts at Viborg � TBA. Saturday, Feb. 26: Wakonda junior high boys' basketball TVC Tourney Final Four � TBA. Eckert Family Fund Raiser … Read Article →

Manor will host World Day of Prayer

  February 25, 2005 - 12:00 am | Community
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Manor will host World Day of Prayer This year's World Day of Prayer theme encourages women and men to respond to Jesus' challenge in the Sermon on the Mount: "Let Our Light Shine." We are asked to share the talents which we have received, as well as the special gifts … Read Article →

National average gas price is up 8 cents

  February 25, 2005 - 12:00 am | Community
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National average gas price is up 8 cents The national average price of self-serve regular gasoline is $1.89 per gallon, up 7.8 cents since mid-January, AAA's daily, online Fuel Gauge Report (www.fuelgaugereport.com) shows. Gasoline prices have remained at high levels as crude oil has traded between $45 and $50 since … Read Article →

Drought means low reservoirs, reduced flows

  February 25, 2005 - 12:00 am | Community
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Drought means low reservoirs, reduced flows Persistent drought throughout the Missouri River basin and below-normal snow accumulation means lower reservoir levels and reduced flows again this year. However, Army Corps of Engineers officials have agreed to support a request from Missouri River basin governors and tribal chairmen to implement all … 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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