Category Archives: Local News

Hundreds Participate in No Kings Rally in Yankton
Over 450 people attended a "No Kings" rally at Memorial Park in Yankton on Saturday to protest the Trump administration. Rally organizer Paul Harnes says Saturday's event was part of a nationwide move...
Josh Boelter 5h ago

Ribfest Wrap-Up
Downtown Yankton hosted another popular party in the form of Ribfest on Saturday. Terra Leonard, from the Ribfest Committee, talks about some of the special musical entertainment lined up for everyone...
Josh Boelter 10h ago

Car Show to Take Place Alongside Ribfest
The 4th annual Devil Dogs Hot Rods and Hogs Car and Bike Show will be presented by the Lewis and Clark Leathernecks Marine Corps League and Auxiliary on Saturday Event Coordinator, William Crews, says...
Josh Boelter Jun 13, 2025

No Kings Rally Scheduled for Yankton Saturday
A No Kings Day rally will be held in Yankton on Saturday. Paul Harnes, a Yankton citizen who organized the rally, says it is open to anyone concerned with the current political climate. The protest wi...
Josh Boelter Jun 13, 2025

Homestead Day Scheduled for Saturday
Homestead Day will take place this Saturday at Pierson Ranch Campground in the Lewis and Clark Recreation Area. Park Manager Luke Hummel says the event allows people of all ages to have a glimpse into...
Brayden Butler Jun 12, 2025

Jones Appears in Court a Month Before Trial
The woman set to face trial next month in charges connected to a quadruple homicide that occurred in Laurel, Nebraska in August of 2022 appeared in court on Thursday. Carrie Jones, faces a charge of f...
Josh Boelter Jun 12, 2025

Elks Lodge to Host Flag Day Ceremony on Saturday
The Elks Lodge will be hosting a Flag Day Ceremony on Saturday. Jim Van Osdel, who is with the Elks Lodge, says the ceremony will feature a presentation on the history of the flag. The ceremony begins...
Josh Boelter Jun 11, 2025

Hansen Named 2024 City of Yankton Officer of the Year
Detective Brooke Hansen was recently named the 2024 City of Yankton Officer of the Year. Hansen says she believes in doing her job the right way and bringing justice to victims and their families. Han...
Josh Boelter Jun 11, 2025

Yankton Athletes Raising Money for Nike Outdoor Nationals
A pair of Yankton track athletes are looking to raise money for a trip to Eugene, Oregon, for the upcoming Nike Outdoor Nationals. Connor Slaba, who competed at the Nike Nationals last year, recalls t...
Brayden Butler Jun 10, 2025

Ribfest Set for this Weekend
The annual Ribfest celebration is set for this weekend. Event coordinator, Tara Leonard, says they will have food vendors and an amateur rib cooking contest. Ribfest will start at 11 am on Saturday in...
Josh Boelter Jun 10, 2025