Summer 2026 movie preview
Here are some quick previews of notable films coming out this summer, along with a list of other films to keep an eye on. “Backrooms” (May 29) Inspired by a series of popular internet horror stories, this film follows Clark (Chitwel Ejifor) as he discovers a seemingly never-ending series of yellow rooms in the back […]
Music museum celebrates 250 Years of American music
As the date draws near to America’s 250th anniversary this summer, many people and organizations are celebrating the event in their own way. Starting last month, Vermillion’s own National Music Museum opened an exhibit titled “Of Thee I Sing,” which aims to celebrate the electric history of American music and instruments. On display are a […]
Panel Discusses Controversies around ICE
A panel was presented in the MUC Ballroom to address prevalent questions about handling encounters with ICE agents and what immigration law looks like in the state. The panel comprised four law experts: Joy Moore (USD law professor), Jerry Miller (Defense attorney and former sheriff), Heidi Oligmueller (Defense attorney and alumna), and Taneeza Islam (founder […]
Electric Performances at the Spring 2026 Drag Show
The MUC Ballroom came alive as it hosted the Spring Drag show last week. Hosted on March 5 by Spectrum, this event featured seven professional drag performers from local areas that ranged from Sioux Falls, Sioux City, and the general Omaha area. This biannual event brings together students and community members […]
Vermillion Named Finalist in “Best Small Town Arts Scene”
On Jan. 20, it was announced that Vermillion would be a finalist for “Best Small Town Art Scene,” a title the town won in last year’s competition. This competition, hosted by USA Today, is held once a year and has small towns all across the country compete with one another as to who showcases and […]
Movie Review – “Sentimental Value”
Every year, to coincide with the annual movie award season, a batch of films that previously did not receive local releases finally get the chance to be seen in small pockets of the Midwest. Unless someone is really in the know of what is being released, they may be a bit […]
Galentine’s Day Comes to the Bean
This Feb. 14, along with Valentine’s Day, downtown Vermillion is celebrating Galentine’s Day. The Bean is hosting an event on Feb. 14 from 10 a.m to 12 p.m. Set up by the Vermillion Library, this will be a paint-by-numbers event where attendees are supplied with guided canvases that allow them to […]
Movie Review – Iron Lung
In an industry full of inflated budgets and lower returns, horror movies continue to be the genre that gets the most bang for their buck, with the recent film “Iron Lung” continuing to prove this trend. More than having a fascinating story idea, this movie is propped up by the fact that it’s […]
Movie Review – “Marty Supreme”
“Marty Supreme” is undeniably an interesting watch, especially if you’re going into it relatively blind. It kept me glued to the screen for its two-and-a-half-hour runtime. It’s also a movie that hurt to watch. If you are aware of the Safdie brothers’ previous works, “Good Time” and “Uncut Gems,” then […]
Games, Prizes and More at the 34th Annual Vermincon
This past weekend (Jan. 23-25) saw the 34th annual Vermincon take place in the MUC Ballroom, where it garnered scores of board games, vendors, events and fans alike. Presented by the USD Games Club, Vermincon is a yearly convention that aims to be a community gathering for board game lovers, fandoms and those wanting to […]