USD linebacker drafted by Atlanta Falcons in 2014 NFL Draft

After what he called a “long, anxious day,” the University of South Dakota’s football defensive leader Tyler Starr is headed to the National Football League. Starr, the 6’4″ linebacker who has led USD defense for three years, was drafted 255 by the Atlanta Falcons in round seven of the NFL Draft May 10. “I’m doing fantastic now,” Starr […]

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D-Days board stresses alumni ties, week will host ‘Onward’ campaign ‘Red Tie Launch’

Once referred to as South Dakota Day at the University of South Dakota when it began Nov. 20, 1914, the tradition of Dakota Days is fast approaching its 100th year in Vermillion. The homecoming theme, “Live the Tradition,” was announced by the Dakota Days committee May 29. The homecoming week is scheduled for Oct. 5-11. Planning […]

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Emergency crews rescue two from capsized canoe

Local emergency services rescued two people on the south side of the Missouri River near Vermillion Sunday when their canoe capsized. The male and female were reported to be in the river for nearly three hours after they entered the water at 3:30 p.m., said Shannon Draper, chief of the Vermillion Fire Department. The individuals made it to […]

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