United Way's Day of Caring - THANK YOU
UNITED WAY’S DAY OF CARING - CHANGING LIVES, ONE PROJECT AT A TIME Each June, tens of thousands of people across the globe volunteer with local United Ways to fight for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community. United Way’s Day of Caring events are an opportunity for volunteers, donors and advocates who seek to change lives and communities to be part of the solutions that make a real difference in people’s lives. These events mobilize the caring power of
Yankton Community Library Receives National Grant for Small and Rural Libraries to Improve
The Yankton Community Library is excited to have been selected as one of 240 libraries to participate in Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities, an American Library Association (ALA) initiative that provides community engagement and accessibility resources to small and rural libraries to help them better serve people with disabilities. The competitive award comes with a grant that will help the Yankton Community Library to improve accessibility at the library. The
Real Reptiles
Lizards and turtles and snakes, oh my! The Yankton Community Library will kick off the summer performer season with a visit from Real Reptiles and several of their reptile friends on Monday, June 12th at 6 pm. During the program, they will cover everything from reptile habitats, unique adaptations, diet, and so much more! Everyone attending will have a chance after the show to ask questions and have the opportunity to come greet and touch Gordy, the Burmese python, and Scooter the tortoise! This event is
Juneteenth at the Library with Chautauqua Performer Joyce Jefferson
Join us this Juneteenth as we learn about one of the Dakota Territory’s first African American sheroes. You won’t want to miss this Chautauqua living history performance highlighting South Dakota history! The Yankton Community Library is very excited to host Joyce Jefferson, a South Dakota Humanities Scholar and Chautauqua Performer. Jefferson will be presenting “Sarah Campbell: She Vanquished with the Vanguard of Civilization.” Join us on Monday, June 19, 2023 at 12 p.m. to “meet” and interact with Sarah
Adult Craft Night—Rock Painting
What’s more precious than a gemstone and can be found at the library? A rock hand-painted by YOU, of quartz! Crafters are welcome to join us for this rock painting event led by Karen Brazelton on Tuesday, June 20, at 6 PM. (Teens who are 14 or older are welcome to register for the craft with a registered adult.) All supplies for this event are provided. There is limited space for craft night. Registration is required by Tuesday, June 20, with $5 fee due at time of registration. Don’t forget to check out
Therapeutic Writing Group
Interested in journaling for emotional well-being, but unsure sure how to start? The Yankton Community Library is excited to host a therapeutic writing group on Saturday, June 17, and Saturday, July 15 at 10:00 am. This group is free and open to the public for those ages 18 and up. Registration or prior attendance is not required. The therapeutic writing group, led by Licensed Professional Counselor, Keley Smith-Keller, Ed.D will focus on finding purposeful and intentional use of life-based writing to
Summer Reading - Program Kickoff
Come to the library on Monday, June 5th from 4:00-7:00 pm for our kickoff of our Summer Reading Program where we are celebrating the theme All Together Now. There will be opportunities during the event to register for our Summer Reading Program to track your reading for a chance to win some great prizes throughout the summer. Additionally, there will be lots of fun and free activities in and around the library during the kickoff event including face painting, photo ops, carnival games, and more! Bring
Record High, Ten Mount Marty Students Selected for Medical Research Fellowship
MAY 30, 2023, YANKTON, SD — Ten students from Mount Marty University (MMU) have been selected for a 10-week medical research fellowship offered by the Biomedical Research Infrastructure Network (BRIN). This year's selection is a new, record-high for the university since becoming one of South Dakota's BRIN partner institutions in 2003. The fellowship encourages undergraduate students to follow research careers by exposing them to bench research, hands-on laboratory experiences, daily interactions with
Yankton Seed Library - Pest Control
Pests got you down? Find out how to get rid of the garden's unwanted visitors at this month’s Seed Library Class. On Tuesday, June 13, at 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm, Shann Doerr will share pest control tactics such as luring, trapping, and deterring. Classes are free and open to the public. Participants can join one of the two presentations in person at Yankton Community Library’s meeting room or virtually at https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/667001277. Don’t forget to check out our website at
MMU Nursing Student Awarded Presidential Scholarship
MAY 23, 2023, YANKTON, SD — Mount Marty University (MMU) has selected Rapid City native, Alissa Stephens, as the Mother Jerome Schmitt Presidential Scholar for the 2023-2024 academic year. "I am excited and honored to be this year's recipient of the Mother Jerome Schmitt scholarship," Stephens said. "I have absolutely loved the past three years I have spent at Mount Marty, and I have truly made this place my home." The nursing major was selected to receive the prestigious, full-time scholarship based on
Explore More with Your Library
Make a splash this summer with your Yankton Community Library card! Beginning Wednesday, May 17, you can check out day passes to the Huether Family Aquatics Center and the Summit Activities Center from the Yankton Community Library. You can enjoy attractions such as a lazy river, water slides, fitness classes, strength training equipment, and so much more! The Huether Family Aquatics Center will be opening on Saturday, May 27 for the 2023 season. Explore more with your Yankton Community Library, where
Movie: My Octopus Teacher
The Yankton Community Library is excited to show the documentary My Octopus Teacher on Saturday, June 10, at 2:00 pm in the library meeting room. Filmmaker Craig Foster, forges an unusual friendship with an octopus living in a South African kelp forest, learning as the animal shares the mysteries of her world. Fans of the book, Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt will enjoy this similar real-life story! The movie is rated TV-G, with a run-time of 1 hour and 25 minutes. To make the showing more
Staff Training and Memorial Day Closures
The Yankton Community Library will be closed on Friday, May 26 for staff training. The library will be open regular hours (9am-5pm) on Saturday, May 27 before being closed for the Memorial Day holiday. The Yankton Community Library will be closed on Sunday, May 28th and Monday, May 29th in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 30th at 9:00 a.m. and will be on our Summer hours at that time: Monday-Tuesday: 9:00am - 8:00pm Wednesday-Thursday: 9:00am - 6:00
First Friday Coffee at the Yankton Community Library
Join us at the Yankton Community Library on the first Friday of each month to learn more about the groups that help support our library. On Friday, June 2, 2023, the Yankton Community Library Foundation will be hosting refreshments between 9 am and 12 pm. Learn about the mission of the Foundation and how you and your loved ones can support the library through memorials, bequests, and gifts. Free will donations will be accepted. The Library Foundation will also be selling t-shirts with the library
Kitchen Swap
Is that kitchen gadget or decoration still taking up space in your cupboards or drawers? You know, the one you don’t use but can’t seem to part with? Let us help! Participate in a kitchen swap at the library! Not familiar with a swap? It is an excellent way to find ‘new to you’, gently-used items while cleaning out your kitchen! (Please no large appliances such as refrigerators or stoves!) Beginning Monday, May 22 through Wednesday, May 31, participants can donate their clean and gently-used kitchen items
Mount Marty Selects Fresh Ideas to Lead Diving Services
MAY 15, 2023, YANKTON, SD — With a focus on fresh, made-from-scratch food and excellent customer service, Mount Marty University has selected Fresh Ideas as its newly appointed dining service company. The new dining partner will begin service to students, faculty, and staff at the start of the Fall 2023 semester. Fresh Ideas Regional Director of Operations Mitch Pinkelman said, “Fresh Ideas looks forward to our partnership with Mount Marty University and creating a dynamic, engaging program for the
Yankton Parks are Tobacco Free
The City of Yankton and the Yankton Tobacco Education Coalition reminds all citizens that the Yankton Parks are tobacco-free. In 2006, the Yankton Tobacco Education Coalition asked the City Commission to support a tobacco-free parks policy. All the City Commissioners voted in favor of this policy. The primary reasons for supporting tobacco-free parks are the health risks related to exposure to secondhand smoke, the peer influence on the community’s youth through role modeling, and the environmental
Yankton Seed Library – Companion Planting
Spring is almost here, and the Yankton Seed Library is ready! Join them in person at the Yankton Community Library, 515 Walnut Street, or online, the second Tuesday of each month, February through October, at 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm. On Tuesday, March 14, at 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm, Wayne Nelson-Stastny will warn gardeners that if they are going to sink roots... they'll want good neighbors. Nelson-Stastny will discuss the science and the myths of companions in the garden. Classes are free and open to the public.
Six Best Strategies to Grow Your Business
Every business owner wants to grow their company, but taking the steps necessary to achieve that growth can be difficult. Fortunately, there are several strategies you can use to help boost your business’s expansion, including joining your local chamber of commerce; take a look at Yankton Thrive and consider becoming a member. It's also increasingly important to use online software and tools to make operations easier and more efficient, such as PDF editing tools. Read on to learn the best strategies for
Spread Holiday Cheer by Marketing Your Yankton Small Business
The holidays are a critical time for small businesses to get right. With so much competition, it can be hard to stand out from the crowd. But with a little creativity, your small business can make a big impact this holiday season. Here are some ideas from the Yankton Area Chamber of Commerce to get you started.Create & Share a Gift Guide via PDF One of the best ways to market your small business during the holidays is to create and share a gift guide. This is a great way to showcase your products or
KeloLand Features The Pathways Shelter For The Homeless In Yankton
On Giving Tuesday, a Yankton homeless shelter took to social media to update its followers on some big projects at the facility. With a growing demand for services, housing and more space, the shelter has been looking to renovate and add-on as part of a strategic plan from 2017. Pathways Shelter for the Homeless was founded in 1994. They operated for 21 years out of a two-story house and could only serve up to nine people. In 2015, they purchased and moved into an old motel which added more housing
Keloland Features Yankton's Halloween Weekend Festivities
Keloland Living highlighted some of the Yankton Area's Halloween 2022 festivities including the Mead Cultural Education Center's Overnight Experience, The Harvest Halloween Festival, and Connecting Culture's Dia De Los Muertos Celebration. View the original story at https://www.keloland.com/news/local-news/frights-and-fun-set-for-halloween-weekend-in-yankton/
Start a Yankton, SD Business in One 9-to-5 Day
Owning your own small business is both challenging and fulfilling. With each hurdle you overcome, you enjoy more control, flexibility, and satisfaction. If you’re ready to tackle something new, check out what you can accomplish in a single day with this timeline from Yankton Thrive. 9:00 – 9:30 Set Your Sights on the Finish Line Many people take an entrepreneurial path because of a personal passion. Maybe you dream of building a company you can pass on to your children, or you hope to create a business
Shur-Co Announces New CEO
Shur-Co’s Board of Directors have named Chad Heminover to succeed Terry Tennant as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective August 29, 2022. Mr. Tennant, who has served as CEO since 2010, announced his retirement as CEO and will continue to support the company as he joins the board of directors. Behrman Capital acquired Shur-Co in June 2021 and remains its majority shareholder. Simon P. Lonergan, Managing Partner of Behrman Capital, said, “On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Terry for his tenure as
Keloland Living features Mount Marty University
Keloland Living visited Mount Marty University to speak with Sr. Marielle Frigge, a sister with the Sacred Heart Monastery, and Tyler Kozeal, a current grad student and almunus. View the original news story at: https://www.keloland.com/keloland-living/best-of-yankton-mount-marty-university/
Keloland Living features the Lewis & Clark Resort
Keloland Living visited the Lewis & Clark Resort and spoke to Michael Grave about the resort's amenities and why the location is great for your next weekend getaway. View the original news story at https://www.keloland.com/keloland-living/best-of-yankton-lewis-clark-resort/
Keloland Living features the City of Yankton
The City of Yankton's Recreation & City Event Manager, Luke Youmans, spoke to Keloland Living about the Huether Family Aquatics Center and Yankton's Meridian District. View the original news story at https://www.keloland.com/keloland-living/best-of-yankton-city-of-yankton/
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Keloland Living features Yankton Thrive
Keloland Living met with Yankton Thrive Tourism Director, Jay Gravholt, and Workforce Development Director, Rita Nelson to discuss how the organization is making a difference in the community. View the original news story at https://www.keloland.com/keloland-living/best-of-yankton-yankton-thrive/
Keloland Living features Riverboat Days
Keloland Living spoke to Jake Hoffner, President of Riverboat Days, about the festival which will be kicking off its 39th anniversary on August 19. View the original story at https://www.keloland.com/keloland-living/best-of-yankton-riverboat-days/
Connecting Cultures Announces New Outreach Coordinator
Connecting Cultures - Yankton is pleased to introduce Erica Aguilar as the organization's new Outreach Coordinator. Erica is leading a new community assessment project which is funded by a Lutheran Social Services grant administered through South Dakota Voices for Peace. Erica lives with her family in Yankton and has experience managing a daycare, planning events, and providing translation support. This timely project is possible thanks to a partnership with Yankton Thrive. Over the next few months, Erica
Yankton Entrepreneur Discusses Craft Beer Journey and Recent Brewery Expansion
When Ben Hanten opened Ben’s Brewing Co. in 2005, there was not much demand from residents for craft beers or even knowledge regarding them.“I wanted to make craft beer interesting and create a culture around it,” he said. “Today, there is definitely a demand for and knowledge of craft beer in Yankton.” Hanten has grown with that demand, opening a second Yankton location on May 30, called Ben’s Brew Station, at the former Freeman Company building, about a half mile north of the downtown location.
Become a South Dakota Solopreneur in 3 Days
We’re so excited to be new members of the Yankton Area Chamber of Commerce! If you have any questions about our service, please feel free to reach out to us. Our member directory page contains contact information, including our phone number: (844) 493-6249.Do you dream of starting your own business, with the freedom to follow your own path and without the obligations of permanent staff? If so, becoming a solopreneur can make your dream a reality, and you can achieve that goal in as little as three
Yankton Entrepreneurs are Part of a Family Endeavor
Taking the initiative to start or purchase a business can be a stressful endeavor. Sisters Brennan Ewald and Mandi Gause have found the experience of running two small businesses fruitful and satisfying, thanks to their family involvement and the support of Yankton, South Dakota. “Our whole family is actively involved in the two businesses and that support is matched by a community that really understands that if you want local options, you have to support them,” said Ewald. Family Endeavor Ewald and
