The US Commission on Civil Rights has appointed 14 South Dakota citizens to its South Dakota State Advisory Committee (SAC). Martin Castro, chairman of the US Commission on Civil Rights, announced the appointment of Charles T. Abourezk of Rapid City, Melanie K. Bliss of Sioux Falls, Richard M. Braunsten of … Read Article
By Travis Gulbrandson travis.gulbrandson@plaintalk.net Al Neuharth is remembered around the world as a legend in the field of journalism for his founding of the USA Today among other achievements. Those who gathered to celebrate his life on Friday morning were reminded of something Neuharth always remembered throughout his life … Read Article
VERMILLION – Prominent officials, journalists, colleagues, friends, and others inspired by his vision and legacy will celebrate the life of South Dakota native Al Neuharth during a public tribute, 10 a.m., Friday, May 17, at the University of South Dakota. Neuharth, founder of SoDak Sports, USA TODAY, Freedom Forum and … 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 Music Museum (NMM), that is exactly what was on display there last Friday. It helped, of course, that the bike in question belonged to Elvis Presley. The 1978 Harley Davidson … 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By Travis Gulbrandson travis.gulbrandson@plaintalk.net One week after her title was revoked, an area 6-year-old was again named winner of the 2013 Federal Junior Duck Stamp Competition. On April 19, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that a painting of a canvasback duck by Madison Grimm of Burbank had won … 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 Dakota School of Law: Practice, and rely on your classmates. Marty Jackley spoke to the outgoing students at the hooding ceremony, which was held in Aalfs Auditorium Friday, May 3. … Read Article
By David Lias david.lias@plaintalk.net Saturday’s speaker at the 126th spring commencement of the University of South Dakota told graduates he would like them to remember three important things from his speech. “Important thing number one: You are not special,” said Michael M. Vekich shortly before 1,400 candidates for graduation received … Read Article
Calorie Labeling Appearing on Restaurant Menus By: Megan Sexton You may have noticed something different the last time you dined out. Many restaurants have begun listing nutrient information on their menus. The change is legally required by federal law that was passed in early 2010. The healthcare legislation requires that … Read Article
Cases Disposed 4/26-/5/2/2013 William Harvey Larson, 32197 Ponderosa Drive, Vermillion; Fail to report accident to police officer, $204.00 plus costs Daniel Keith Goeden, 45776 Jetty Pk., Meckling; No drivers license, $54.00 plus costs Richard W. Michaelson, 212 Spruce St., Vermillion; Speed on four-lane in rural areas, $19.00 plus costs Brandt … Read Article
04/28/13 10:35 – A deputy responded to a grass fire on 306th St. and assisted fire units with traffic control. 04/28/13 19:24 – A deputy stopped to check on a disabled vehicle on Highway 19. The driver had already summoned assistance so no further assistance was necessary. 04/28/13 21:12 – … Read Article
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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
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
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
By David Lias So many things to comment on this week. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin won’t be a candidate in 2014. … Read Article
