Category Archives: Local News

Brule Will Headline Yankton’s Archery Fest

Brule Will Headline Yankton’s Archery Fest

An award winning Native American group will be performing in Yankton next month. Brulé along with traditional Native American dancers will perform not one, but three shows on Saturday September 25th. Show times are 4:00, 5:15, and 6:30 PM. These concerts are in conjunction with the World Archery Tournament and Archery Fest that is being…read more »

Safety Concerns Arise At 19th And Douglas

Safety Concerns Arise At 19th And Douglas

Safety concerns are arising at the corner of 19th and Douglas in Yankton. That’s at the southwest corner of Fantle Memorial Park. As Yankton City Commissioners put the finishing touches on the budget for next year, Commissioner Nathan Johnson urges some type of improvements at that intersection… Yankton City Manager Amy Leon says the intersection…read more »

Heartland Humane Society Supports Local Teachers

Heartland Humane Society Supports Local Teachers

The Heartland Humane Society in Yankton is hosting a donation drive for Yankton’s elementary teachers. Humane Society Director Kerry Feilmeier encourages area residents to participate in their study buddy program… Feilmeier adds that the summer has been extremely busy at the Humane Society… All adoptions at the Humane Society must be pre-booked. Call 605-664-4244 for…read more »

Yankton’s Old Dairy Queen Has A New Owner

Yankton’s Old Dairy Queen Has A New Owner

The old Dairy Queen building along Broadway Avenue in Yankton has a new owner. N-K Properties President John Keys says he recently purchased the property as an investment opportunity. The parking lot at the property was recently paved, however, Keys says that there are no immediate plans for the property. He is looking for the…read more »

Yankton School Board Says No To Mandatory Masks

Yankton School Board Says No To Mandatory Masks

After an hour of testimony from Yankton School District parents and community members, the Yankton School Board has voted not to mandate masks this coming school year. On a three to two vote, the School Board decided against a mask mandate, only recommending masks be worn by students when they return to classes later this…read more »

Housing Crisis Continues

Housing Crisis Continues

The South Dakota Legislature’s interim summer study committee on housing needs held its third of four meetings in Sioux Falls late last week. District 24 Representative Mike Weisgram of Fort Pierre serves on the Committee. He says infrastructure continues to be a primary concern, but some solutions are starting to emerge… Weisgram adds that the…read more »

Medical Cannabis Businesses Eyeing Yankton

Medical Cannabis Businesses Eyeing Yankton

Yankton is a hotspot for future medical cannabis dispensaries according to those in the business. During their regular meeting last week, the Yankton County Commissioners held a discussion only on how they will be dispensing licenses for any future medical marijuana establishments. Sioux Falls resident Emmett Reistroffer is a Principal Consultant at Crosswinds Cannabis and…read more »

Yankton County Bridge To Honor Fallen Veteran

Yankton County Bridge To Honor Fallen Veteran

The South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs will be dedicating a Yankton County bridge in honor of late Air Force Combat Veteran Captain Charles Lane, Jr of Tabor. The ceremony will be held Monday, August 23, 2021, at 2:00 pm at the Legion Post 183 in Tabor. The South Dakota Highway 81 Bridge north of…read more »

Sacred Heart Monastery Offering Spiritual Enrichment Program

Sacred Heart Monastery Offering Spiritual Enrichment Program

Registration is open for the Spiritual Enrichment Program at the Benedictine Peace Center on the campus of the Sacred Heart Monastery in Yankton. Retreat Coordinator Sister Penny Bingham says the program is beneficial for those interested in growing their spirituality… Bingham says an important part of the program is the opportunity for a self-scheduled silent…read more »

Yankton Prisoner Escapes

Yankton Prisoner Escapes

State prison inmate Christopher Cramblit has been placed on escape status. Cramblit left the Yankton Community Work Center without authorization on August 8. 32 year old Cramblit is a white male. He is 6-feet-tall and weighs approximately 265 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. Cramblit is currently serving three concurrent sentences for child…read more »