Monthly Archives: January 2012

The leadership of the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission was transferred today to new chairman Chris Nelson after a vote among the three commissioners. Commissioner Kristie Fiegen was elected to serve as vice chairman. In making the nomination for chairman, Commissioner Gary Hanson described Nelson as an academic who "understands … Read Article →

If you're looking for some exciting entertainment this winter, there will be afternoons of fun and games in the Community Room of the Vermillion Public Library from 1 to 4 p.m. on the following Saturdays:  Jan. 22 and Feb. 26 from 1 to 4 p.m.  Engage in mental stimulation by … Read Article →

YANKTON (AP) — Authorities say a dog that fell through thin ice on the James River at Yankton recovered quickly. The Yankton Search and Rescue team arrived at the scene within 15 minutes of getting the call late Monday morning. It took members about 25 minutes to get the dog … Read Article →

New Year celebrations unite cultures as every culture celebrates the beginning of a new year. But what's even more interesting are the different ways the New Year is celebrated in various cultures. In Venezuela, people set afire effigies made with explosives and gun powder on New Year's eve. These figures … Read Article →

Research was never so delicious for the writers of South Dakota Magazine. The Yankton staff hit the road and sampled cuisine from around the world, but never crossed the state line. Their report on the interesting ethnic restaurants they discovered around South Dakota is included in the new January/February 2012 … Read Article →

Take a political science course from Rich Braunstein and you'll notice a shortage of paper handouts. It's one way the Vermillion school is trying to reduce its carbon footprint and is featured in South Dakota Magazine's annual Guide to Higher Education, included in the new January/February 2012 issue. This year … Read Article →