There is no shortage of stories about hauntings in the Yankton area, but one of the most compelling is that of the Argo Hotel in Crofton. The hotel will be featured on a new season of Ghost Hunters, which will be aired on Discovery plus January 8th. Argo Hotel Owner Frank Marsh bought the historic…… read more »
The South Dakota Department of Social Services has contracted with an outside consultant looking at the operations of the Human Services Center in Yankton. This study will be a guide in the next few months for any possible changes to mental health services not only in Yankton, but across the state. Department Secretary Laurie Gill…… read more »
On Tuesday evening, the Yankton County Commission held a meeting with 20 items considered on the agenda. The major issue before the Commission was the first four applicants wanting medicinal marijuana, or medical cannabis, businesses in the county. Three different licenses could be applied for: dispensary, cultivation, and/or manufacturing. Two applicants, Mike Barkl, for A…… read more »
As we continue to work together to create positive change in our community, the annual Yankton Area United Way community campaign drive is nearing their 650,000-dollar fundraising goal. United Way Executive Director Lauren Hanson says there has been some amazing support from the community… Hanson adds that they are appreciative of all donations, large or…… read more »
After an absence of multiple years, a trio of Missouri River events is returning to Yankton in 2022. The Missouri River Watershed School Festival is scheduled for May 5th, the massive Missouri River Cleanup is scheduled for May 7th, and the Lake Yankton Outdoor Festival/Homestead Day event is scheduled for June 11th. Paul Lepisto with…… read more »
During the Christmas and New Year holiday periods, we often see an increase in drunk driving related deaths. As a result, you will see an increase on the roads as law enforcement agencies take part in the drive sober or get pulled over campaign. Yankton Police Chief Jason Foote reminds everyone to always find a…… read more »
Some members of the Clay County Commissioners have publicly stated that the City of Vermillion is using scare tactics. The accusations come after discussion by the Clay County Commission and Vermillion city council on a zoning issue involving ag opportunities in the joint jurisdictional zoning area. Vermillion Mayor Kelsey Collier-Wise visited with the commissioners, and…… read more »
As development continues in the northeast corner of Yankton, the Yankton City Commission recently approved a speed limit change in that area. Yankton Police Chief Jason Foote says the speed limit will be reduced on the road near the Chan Gurney airport at Peninah and 31st Street… Foote adds that the new speed limit will…… read more »
The city of Freeman has been awarded six hundred thousand dollars to help fund a major reconstruction of Main Street in Freeman. The South Dakota Department of Transportation awarded Freeman the community access grant late last week. Freeman Development and Marketing Coordinator Carol Eisenbeis says the city was very fortunate to receive this grant award……… read more »
The annual Yankton Kids, Cops, and Christmas event was once again a huge success for all parties involved Saturday. 55 area children were treated as VIPs at Walmart. Yankton Police Officer Jeremy Olson was excited about the turnout this year… Smiles would not leave the faces of the officers or the children. Even though some…… read more »
