VCDC Annual Celebration Recognizes Excellence in Business and Community Leadership
Businesses, organizations and individuals were honored at the Vermillion Area Chamber & Development Company’s Annual Celebration on Thursday, April 9. The VCDC Annual Celebration, Vermillion’s premier business event of the year, recognizes the businesses, nonprofits, entrepreneurs and individuals who make the Vermillion area a great place to live and work. Awards were presented to those who have demonstrated commitment to the community through leadership, service and innovation.Larry Brady was presented
Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains Launches First-Ever, Five-Community, Eight-Site Raffle
For the first time in its history, Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Plains is bringing all five of its Eastern South Dakota communities and eight Club sites together under one powerful fundraiser: the 2026 Annual Raffle. Beginning April 1 and running through May 15, 2026, tickets are just $50 each — and online buyers who purchase four receive a fifth ticket free, giving them five chances to win for $200. The live virtual drawing will be held May 15. The prize lineup is nothing short of spectacular. The
Two Titles, One Town: Vermillion Named Community of the Year and Best Small Town Arts Scene
The Vermillion area community is celebrating two major recognitions this week. The city was named Community of the Year by the South Dakota Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Best Small Town Arts Scene by the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards. “It is a special week for Vermillion,” said Mayor Jon Cole. “It is an honor to not only be named the Community of the Year, but to once again be recognized as having the Best Small Town Arts Scene in the nation.”COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR Vermillion was
