South Dakota recorded six new deaths related to COVID-19, including one in Hutchinson County, in Thursday’s daily update from the Department of Health (DOH).
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One of the last acts of Donald Trump before the end of his presidency was the Tuesday night pardoning of Vermillion native Paul Erickson and five other South Dakotans.
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WAGNER — As administrator, Whitney Podzimek prayed for months that COVID-19 would be kept from her Good Samaritan nursing home residents.
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Hospital officials at Yankton’s Avera Sacred Heart Hospital (ASHH) want to give you a shot in the arm.
The Yankton Federal Prison Camp was among more than 120 federal Bureau of Prison facilities across the country to be locked down in the run-up to President Joe Biden’s inauguration.
The Yankton County Commission is set to hold a special meeting Friday morning.
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South Dakota health officials said they have seen few adverse reactions to the COVID-19 vaccine, but they did note that two people have died within 24 hours of receiving a vaccination.
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BROOKINGS — Teens elected to serve in the South Dakota 4-H Legislature were able to experience how the state government functions as part of the inaugural South Dakota 4-H Legislative Session held Oct. 31 at the State Capitol in Pierre.
When winter starts to give way to spring, the county may allow for slightly larger loads on the roadways it administers.
It may be winter, but the great outdoors hasn’t shut down after a record-setting year in South Dakota.
CROFTON, Neb. — A new branch of Restore Church will soon open in Crofton.
ELK POINT — A Gayville man has been identified as the person who died Friday night in a two-vehicle crash south of Elk Point.
First Dakota National Bank will host AgriVisions 2021 webinar featuring Eric Snodgrass and Dr. David Kohl presenting “Weather & Economics Unplugged.” This webinar is scheduled for Jan. 26, 2021, from noon-2:30 p.m.
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PIERRE — The South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks Wildlife Diversity Program is accepting proposals for the Wildlife Diversity Small Grants Program. This program provides funding for researchers, educators and naturalists to carry out projects focused on native wildlife. Funding f…
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VERMILLION — The South Dakota Shakespeare Festival (SDSF) seeks non-Equity performers for its 10th season of free, professional Shakespeare in Vermillion’s Prentis Park, and educational & outreach programming. The SDSF will present “Twelfth Night, or What You Will,” on June 17-20, 2021, …
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The Yankton County Office of Emergency Management (YCOEM) is looking for volunteers to help beef up a unit which could be needed again in the near future.
How exactly do you rehearse for a play when you’re not able to gather with your fellow castmates?
As the community bundles up for winter, Yankton’s Clothing Closet is preparing for its Winter Clothing Drive.
The annual Dam Fireworks River City Rumble indoor soccer tournament was held in Yankton this weekend, this time adopting some twists to better ensure safety during the pandemic. Play was limited to teams from Under 12 and younger, spectator attendance was limited and all games were played at…
PARKER — Authorities are continuing their search for a person who broke into a Parker business early Friday morning.
Early Learner South Dakota is proud to bring the Early Learner Public Policy Forum, an online forum to sharpen advocacy skills and help support young children and the early childhood education profession.
There will be a Crohn’s and Colitis support group Zoom meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 19, at 6:45 p.m. If you would like to join the meeting, contact Dave at carrot18888@gmail.com and he will send you the Zoom invite.
Arts South Dakota and the South Dakota Arts Council will celebrate the 25th Governor’s Awards in the Arts on Tuesday, Feb. 10. Due to the ongoing pandemic, an online pre-recorded presentation will replace the biennial banquet held in Pierre.
Yankton Animal Control has several pets looking for their owner. If you are missing your cat or dog, call dispatch at 605-668-5210. If you wish to adopt an animal, contact Heartland Humane Society at 605-664-4244.
• Due to the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday, the latest sheriff’s office reports were not available. These will be published in Wednesday’s Press & Dakotan.
• A report was received at 8:03 a.m. Saturday of an accident on Broadway Ave.
• A report was received at 7:49 p.m. Friday of the theft of sunglasses on E. 4th St.
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Union County reported two deaths related to COVID-19 for the third time in the last four days, according to Monday’s daily update from the South Dakota Department of Health (DOH).
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ELK POINT — One person died and two others were injured Friday night in a two-vehicle crash south of Elk Point.
South Dakota recorded 23 new deaths related two COVID-19 — including two in Union County and one in Clay County — in Sunday’s daily update from the Department of Health (DOH).
Yankton County reported 69 new COVID-19 infections in Saturday’s daily update from the Department of Health (DOH).
Efforts to prevent veterans’ suicides may soon be going high tech.
This car was destroyed by fire on Bunker Lane in Yankton Friday night. A report was received at approximately 8:28 p.m. about the fire, and the vehicle was soon engulfed in flames. The driver said he saw sparks emitting from what was believed to be a non-working dash lighter. Firefighters we…
Given the prolonged mild winter, anglers hitting frozen lakes could literally find themselves on thin ice — and in deadly situations.
Entrepreneurs across South Dakota are already taking steps to claim a share of the state’s soon-to-be-legal marijuana market, but legislators and regulators are off to a slow start in crafting laws and rules to govern the controversial new industry.
United Way’s Clothing Closet program would like to announce a Winter Clothing Drive to support their mission of offering community members who are struggling to make ends meet the opportunity to receive free, quality clothing in a dignified, and welcoming space.
The Yankton County Commission is set to discuss spring load limits during its regular meeting Tuesday.
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