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In the News
12 articlesRecent coverage of Vermillion from local and regional media.
Budget Cuts On Blast
The Clay County Commission continues to deal with the aftermath of the last-minute funding cuts that it approved last month to non-state-mandated programs and services in the county’s 2027 budget.
Oct 30, 2026A Moment In The Limelight
For more than 20 years, John Prescott has been the man behind the scenes, and sometimes out front, in Vermillion City government.
Oct 23, 2026Vermillion City Council Approves Water Rate Adjustment
The Vermillion City Council approved a resolution to adjust water rates in its regular meeting Monday of this week.
Oct 23, 2026Building Safe Communities Together: USD’s University Police Strengthens Partnership With Local First Responders
The University of South Dakota Police Department (UPD) is continuing to expand its role beyond traditional campus law enforcement, positioning itself as a regional resource for professional training, community education and collaborative public safet...
Oct 23, 2026Attorney General Releases 2026 Police Management Study
PIERRE — Attorney General Marty Jackley has released the 2026 Police Management Study compiled by the South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation’s Statistical Analysis Center (SAC).
Oct 23, 2026No Kings: Vote Early Rally
Sixty-six people turned out in Vermillion on Saturday, Oct. 17, for the “No Kings: Vote Early” rally, which was part of a nationwide network of events to promote early voting for the upcoming general election. The election is on Nov.…
Oct 23, 2026City of Vermillion working to clean up debris after Tuesday night storms
City of Vermillion working to clean up debris after Tuesday night storms Dakota News Now
Sep 2, 2026O’Kelley Elected Vermillion’s New Mayor
O’Kelley Elected Vermillion’s New Mayor plaintalk.net
Jun 3, 20261st-of-its-kind SD cohousing development finds its place in Vermillion
1st-of-its-kind SD cohousing development finds its place in Vermillion South Dakota News Watch
Jan 30, 2026South Dakota’s only medical school will move from Vermillion to Sioux Falls
South Dakota’s only medical school will move from Vermillion to Sioux Falls South Dakota Searchlight
Aug 14, 2025Vermillion Commission Seeks Student Representative
Vermillion’s Human Relation Commission is seeking a student appointee for the upcoming school year. The Human Relations Commission was established six years ago, focusing on preventing discrimination and advocating for Vermillion residents who have e...
Mar 26, 2024City of Vermillion announces hire of new police chief
City of Vermillion announces hire of new police chief Argus Leader
Aug 24, 2022