A Yankton man has been sentenced to 65 years in the South Dakota State Penitentiary for his involvement in a fatal shooting that occurred in November of 2022. The incident occurred on November 6th, 2022, when Trevor Wayne Harrison, 36, and his girlfriend, Jade Rembold, returned to their home in the 1300 block of Whiting…… read more »
The Yankton County Commission considered how to remove an uninsured vehicle that has been in the Jim River since Riverboat Days. Paul Scherschligt, Yankton County Emergency Management Director, talks about the situation in Mission Hill Township… The vehicle in question destroyed some signs on a township road when it crashed into the…… read more »
Avera has announced that James “Jim” Dover has been named as the next President and CEO of Avera Health. Dover has served as a health care executive with more than 30 years of experience serving in leadership positions across a wide array of hospital and health systems. Dover said Wednesday that he is “humbled and…… read more »
Mount Marty has announced that they will be launching a graduate certificate in Endocrinology for nurse practitioners. MMU President, Dr. Marc Long, says that this is a major step in providing expanded access to high quality diabetes care in rural areas. According to the University, it is one of two certificates in the United States,…… read more »
Yankton County is looking to bolster the ranks of the Ambulance Service a little earlier than planned. County Commissioner, John Marquardt, talks about adding another full-time EMT or paramedic position… The Commission had already authorized adding 2 full-time positions for 2024, but the Ambulance Service was asking to start advertising early for 1…… read more »
The University of South Dakota has reported that a sexual assault occurred on campus on Sunday. According to the university, the assault occurred in a USD residence hall on the north side of campus, and the assault was perpetrated by an acquaintance. This is the fourth sexual assault reported on the USD campus this semester.…… read more »
The Heartland Humane Society is gearing up for their annual fundraising campaign. HHS Director, Kerry Feilmeier, says that this year they have set the goal of raising one hundred thousand dollars by October, 1st. Feilmeier says that HHS will kick off the campaign with a party in Vermillion, as well as an online auction, beginning…… read more »
The Yankton Community Library roof is currently under construction. Library Director, Dana Schmidt, says that they are replacing the entire roof. Schmidt says that construction is expected to be completed by the end of October.… read more »
The Yankton Regional Aviation Association will be hosting their 25th annual Airport Breakfast Sunday. Lori Roinstead, who is one of the coordinators of the breakfast, says that they will serve pancakes, sausage, and beverages. Roinstead says that the funds raised by the breakfast will go towards a scholarship for young aviators. Roinstead says that the…… read more »
The City of Yankton hosted a dedication ceremony for the Sacred Heart Monastery Labyrinth and McVay Family Sundial at Westside Park Wednesday. Yankton City Manager, Amy Leon, says that the project could not have been completed without the city staff and engineers. Yankton Parks and Rec Director, Todd Larson, says that he is excited to…… read more »
