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COVID-19 causes 2020 Census to be moved online
With the Census Day just around the corner, the COVID-19 pandemic has made taking the count of populations a little more difficult. Census Day is April 1. Normally, residents must fill out a form online or send one in the mail. Then starting in May through July, census takers begin visiting homes across the country […]
Wellness Center cancels intramural sports, events due to coronavirus
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the lives of people around the world. It has caused people to be more socially aware of their potential exposure to the virus and their ability to practice cleanliness. Gyms across the nation have also been affected by the pandemic. According to Real Simple Health, gym equipment has more germs […]
Art, interrupted
A plethora of DIY pages and positivity accounts have posted about being creative during the shock of coronavirus. New crafts, dances and entertainment opportunities are provided with every refresh of a social media page and through this pandemic, the world has been reminded of the necessity of artists. Art is in the music we listen […]
Coronavirus pandemic cuts study abroad programs short
When senior sociology major Brady VanLoan traveled to China at the beginning of the spring semester, getting sent home early was the last thing on his mind. After a month of studying in Shanghai and the rapid spreading of the coronavirus, VanLoan — along with many students — was required to return home immediately. VanLoan […]
‘We’re just going to keep pushing through’: How local businesses combat COVID-19
The risk of COVID-19 has impacted the number of customers at some Vermillion restaurants. But businesses are teaming up to power through the coronavirus with cleanliness and cooperation. Brickhouse general manager Josh Scherrer said the restaurant has started making their own hand sanitizer due to shortages. They’re also spending more time cleaning tables and chairs, […]
Sports writers: Storytelling isn’t canceled
No one suspected much of anything on the morning of March 11. There were growing concerns over the COVID-19 virus becoming more prevalent, but very few people suspected what would transpire over the next 48 hours. What started as a “no fans allowed at sporting events” proposal, turned into a “no sporting events, period” rule […]
Coronavirus continues to spread in South Dakota
A growing number of coronavirus cases have emerged in South Dakota. The state recorded 14 positive cases of COVID-19 on Friday, but that total rose to 30 by Tuesday according to South Dakota’s Department of Health. South Dakota has seen one death so far from COVID-19. Beadle and Minnehaha counties have the most cases in […]
NCAA to hold tournaments without fans
UPDATE 3:50 p.m. Thursday: The NCAA has announced its cancellation of all remaining winter and spring championships, including the mens and womens basketball tournaments due to growing concerns over the coronavirus. The cancellation means the No. 17/11 Coyotes womens basketball season is officially over. The Coyotes earned the automatic bid from the Summit League for […]
Coyotes top Jackrabbits for second Summit League title in school history
The Coyotes are Summit League Champions. “I had faith in my team the whole way,” senior guard Madison McKeever said. “We’ve been in this position twice now in my last three or four years. For us, we know that all the time you spent in the gym and working all preseason and I have faith […]
Coyotes overcome slow start to advance to Summit League title game
USD went 5-for-20 shooting in the first quarter and was tied at 10 with Oral Roberts in the Summit League semifinals. By halftime, the Coyotes held a 20 point 35-15 advantage. USD pulled away for the 65-43 win and advanced to their third straight Summit League championship game. Hannah Sjerven and Taylor Frederick played vital […]