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 »
Crofton City Councilman James Murphy will remain on the Crofton City Council after last night’s recall election. The vote totals are as follows Yes: 82 No: 222 Crofton also approved a raise in the city’s sales and use tax yesterday evening. Vote totals For sales and use tax: 166 Against sales and use tax: 140…… read more »
On Monday night, the Yankton City Commission met for a nearly 4-hour-long session, with one topic taking up more than half of that time. City Manager, Amy Leon, talks about the 3 economic development issues that came before the Commission… Leon talks about the results of the Commission’s efforts… Leon talks…… read more »
