Category Archives: Local News

Yankton’s Summer Entertainment

Yankton’s Summer Entertainment

The Yankton City Commission met on Monday night, and they took up two resolutions dealing with summer entertainment.           Mayor Stephanie Moser explains the first resolution…           Moser summarizes the second resolution…           Moser reacts to both resolutions passing….           Stay tuned for updates on the different acts and activities which will be booked for…read more »

City of Yankton Sets Election Date

City of Yankton Sets Election Date

          On Monday night, the Yankton City Commission met and considered the City Commission election date.           Mayor Stephanie Moser explains the proposal…           The Commission unanimously voted to set Tuesday, April 11th, 2023 as election day.read more »

Gayville Fire Department Review

Gayville Fire Department Review

The Gayville Fire Department looks back at a very busy year.           Gayville Fire Chief, Josh Lauck talks about the makeup of their department…           Lauck gives a summary of 2022…           The Gayville Fire Department is one of many fire departments which make up a overlapping mutual aid society, focused on taking care of…read more »

Noem Wants to Repeal State’s Food Sales Tax

Noem Wants to Repeal State’s Food Sales Tax

In her State of the State address yesterday, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem says the state has a financial surplus, and she wants to use it to lower taxes. Referencing a campaign promise she made in 2022, Noem says she wants to repeal the state’s sales tax on food. The Governor’s address kicked off the…read more »

Yankton Medical Clinic Receives Ultrasound Practice Accredidation

Yankton Medical Clinic Receives Ultrasound Practice Accredidation

The Yankton Medical Clinic has been awarded accreditation from the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine for ultrasound practice. Jan Schrempp, the Ultrasound Director for the YMC commented on what it means to get accredited. Schrempp also listed some of the services that they offer to patients. To reach the ultrasound department at YMC, call…read more »

Yankton Snow Plow Crew Continue Cleaning Efforts

Yankton Snow Plow Crew Continue Cleaning Efforts

The City of Yankton is still dealing with the aftermath of a snow storm last week that saw 10 inches of snow in Yankton. Public Works Director Adam Haberman says that snow plow crews are cleaning up snow piles that they made last week. Haberman says that the easiest way that the community can help…read more »

Gayville Fire Department Holding Fundraiser

Gayville Fire Department Holding Fundraiser

The Gayville will be having a fundraiser just in time for Valentine’s Day.           Gayville Fire Chief, Josh Lauck talks about the fundraiser…           The event will be held at the Gayville Community Center on Saturday, February 11th.           Lauck gives the details on the evening…           Tickets are $40 in advance, or $50 dollars…read more »

New Veteran’s Service Officer Appointed

New Veteran’s Service Officer Appointed

The Yankton County Commission met on Thursday evening, and considered applications for Veteran’s Service Officer.           Commission Chair, Don Kettering, talks about Robert Stickney’s qualifications…           Commissioner Dan Klimisch explains the recommendation…           The Yankton County Commission unanimously voted to appoint Robert Stickney as the new Veteran’s Service Officer.                  The Commission also re-appointed Mike…read more »

YPD Looking to Add a Police Officer

YPD Looking to Add a Police Officer

The Yankton Police Department is accepting applications for an opening on the force. YPD Chief Jason Foote says that applicants must be 21 or older and have a high school diploma or GED. Foote says that the community’s dedication to the police force makes the YPD a great place to work. To apply, visit online…read more »

Avera Welcomes Their First New Born of the Year

Avera Welcomes Their First New Born of the Year

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital welcomed their first new born of the year at 1:09 pm on Wednesday, January 4th. Aria Skye Fitch, daughter of Taylor Ketelsen and Eric Fitch, weighed seven pounds, 15 ounces, and measured in at 20 inches. Aria joins her big brother Jaden, and her parents said that “The staff was all…read more »