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Local Business to Host South Dakota Martini Festival
A locally owned business in Vermillion is excited to have the opportunities of hosting events to bring Vermillion community members together. The XIX Brewing Company has decided to host a celebration in honor of South Dakota. The company will be hosting a South Dakota Martini Festival, in celebration of the South Dakota Martini which is […]
Vex and The Verm: Catch and Release
Do you ever feel a big lump in the bottom of your stomach? Those moments when you realize something isn’t going your way. When two forces in your life coalesce into a less-than-harmonious combination. Whether it’s a close friend moving on to another one of your friends, or a friend becoming increasingly more involved with […]
Song Review: From Bluebirds to Breakups
Lana Del Rey’s two newest singles, “Henry, Come On” and “Bluebird,” showcase the musician’s ever evolving artistic capability. By blending her signature melancholic style with hints of both Americana and Southern Gothic influences, the singer-songwriter has once again left fans begging for more. The two latest tracks are a part of Del Rey’s upcoming album […]
Native Tradition Brings Community Together
The rich culture of Native American traditions were celebrated at the 51st annual Wacipi. Hosted by the Tiospaye Student Council and Native Student services, the Wacipi offers an immersive experience into Native American cultural heritage. Kylie Parisien, Co-President of Tiospaye Council, describes the Wacipi as a celebration and gathering that involves dancing, singing and traditions. […]
South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden Q&A
On Thursday, April 10, South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden visited various businesses within the Vermillion community, as well as attended the University of South Dakota’s campus as a part of his Open for Opportunity Tour. While in Vermillion the governor took the time to walk through Manitou Equipment, Masaba Inc and the Human Services Center […]
The Night is Short, Walk on Girl
When people talk about anime films, the conversation usually relates to movies made by Studio Ghibli or are connected in some way to a popular television series. Rarely do films outside of these two criteria get mentioned in popular discussion, which is a shame. I’ve found many of these more obscure movies to be just […]
Local Filmmakers Rise to a 48-Hour Challenge
Students and local filmmakers recently faced the challenge of creating a short film within 48 hours. The Vermillion Cultural Association hosts the Fool’s 48 Short Film Project annually to promote local filmmakers by providing a platform for them to gain real-world experience. Students involved in a directing for video and film class at USD participated […]
The Vex & The Verm: Is It All Just Too Much?
Is it all just too much? Does it seem like everything just keeps piling up until the stack meets its inevitable fate with gravity? I’ve been doing a lot this semester, Co-Producing Coyote News, running the social media for Arts & Sciences, recording the SGA meetings, writing this column, taking 16 credits, and trying to […]
South Dakota Residents Protest “Hands Off”
On Saturday, April 5, thousands of South Dakota residents from across the state gathered in Sioux Falls, Pierre and Brookings to join the national “Hands Off” protest. The event was a part of the national 50501 project, which aimed and succeeded at holding 50 protests across all 50 states in just one day. Protesters assembled […]
The Good, The Bad and The Missing TV
How big are the dorm rooms? In North Complex, where I have been living for the past two years, they are 10’7” x 15’4”. That is about 165 square feet shared between two people. I’ve lived in less than 83 square feet to call my own for two years. After a while this takes a […]