Around Town
From Earth Day to Earth Month
Greening Vermillion kicked off Earth Days starting April 18 with the annual Volunteer Day at Spirit Mound Historic Prairie, and runs until April 26. Vermillion Earth Days are free community wide events and activities hosted across town and on campus. Geoffrey Gray-Lobe is the Clay County Commissioner and is the community organizer for the Sierra […]
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 […]
Hundreds Gather for No Kings Protest
Over 300 people gathered in downtown Vermillion for the No Kings Protest on March 28. The group started at the corner of East Cherry and Pine Street, and walked their way through USD’s campus, ending at Ratingen Platz. Betty Smith was one member of a subcommittee that helped host the event. Volunteers served as security, […]
Housing Development Seeks Vermillion Community
A group of community members are bringing the first cohousing development to Vermillion, after the idea started many years ago. Dakota Prairie Commons, the cohousing organization, was first inspired by former USD faculty, public school teachers and Vermillion local residents. The motive behind pursuing the cohousing development is to fight social isolation and promote community […]
Veterinary Services Return to Vermillion
Vermilion pet owners now have access to care closer to home, after the closure of the Vermillion Veterinary Clinic in May of 2024. The Lewis & Clark Veterinary Clinic, based in Yankton, has expanded to Vermillion, giving residents another option for animal care in the community. The clinic, located at 306 Bower St., offers routine […]
“Making a Lifelong Impact One Hour a Week”
Big Pal Little Pal (BPLP) is a USD SERVE organization that pairs a college student with an elementary student, offering the opportunity to volunteer and be a role model. The college students are expected to spend at least one hour a week with their little pal. The organization hosts monthly meetings and events for members […]
Vermillion: Comings & Goings
Coming – Lewis and Clark Veterinary Clinic opened a part-time office in Vermillion earlier this month. The clinic will be open two days a week by appointment only. The satellite clinic does not currently offer surgical services, but expects to add some in the near future. Appointments can be made by calling the Yankton location […]
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 […]
2025 Coyote Carnival Kicks off 111 Annual Dakota Days
On Tuesday Sept. 30, the USD Dakota Days Kickoff Carnival marked the start of the 111 Dakota Days. The Carnival was from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. located on campus at Coyote Alley and had a variety of activities, including balloon darts, bull riding, putt golf and a dunk tank. Different student organizations held booths […]
Dakota Days Week Comes to an end With Homecoming Crowning
Following a week of school spirit, festivities and fun, the final event of the 2025 Dakota Days celebration had students and fans on the edge of their seats while they awaited the crowning of the homecoming royalty. Griffin Peterson and Zena Aragon were crowned this year’s King and Queen, respectively. “I was pretty surprised, because […]