Monthly Archives: December 2005

New conservation officers in Minnehaha, Clay/Union counties Game, Fish and Parks welcomes new conservation officers (COs) in Sioux Falls and Vermillion. Conservation Officers Joe Keeton and Shawn Wichmann are the new faces on the Game, Fish and Parks law enforcement team. Officer Keeton is stationed in Vermillion and has responsibility … Read Article →

Law officers out in full force State and local law enforcement will be out in full force cracking down on drunk drivers during the holiday season's Drunk & Drugged Driving (3D) Prevention campaign. � "Driving during Christmas and New Years can be especially dangerous for motorists because of the risk … Read Article →

Residents can go to farm show to check for unclaimed cash South Dakota State Treasurer Vern Larson will again be manning the state's Unclaimed Property booth at the Dakota Farm Show in Vermillion Jan. 4-6, 2006. The state is currently holding $543,745 belonging to 4,681 residents in Clay, Lincoln, Turner, … Read Article →

$4.1 million city water project on tap The total cost of a Vermillion construction project currently underway could easily be double that of the proposed new city hall idea. The idea of spending at least $2 million on new housing for municipal offices has caused nothing but controversy and reams … Read Article →

Don't be without drug coverage South Dakotans with Medicare who are to receive "extra help" in paying for prescription drug coverage should sign up for a drug plan that meets their individual needs, a South Dakota State University specialist said. "Making application for the extra help was only the first … Read Article →

PUC warns of increase in phone slamming attempts The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission is cautioning South Dakotans about increased reports of telephone slamming schemes. Slamming is the unauthorized and illegal switching of a consumer's telephone service. Oftentimes, the telecommunications providers using these tactics make misleading statements and deceptive offers … Read Article →

Look for 'credible coverage' in drug plan Individuals should study their options about Medicare Part D drug plans, a South Dakota State University specialist said. Insurance companies and other private companies are working with Medicare to offer Medicare Part D drug plans. All plans offering coverage that is at least … Read Article →

Ever wonder how Vermillion treats and delivers your water? Turn on a tap, and the water flows. Pure, treated water. Ever wonder how Vermillion can deliver this life's necessity to thousands of people 24 hours a day, seven days a week? It's not an easy process. At first glance, it … Read Article →