Holiday Scams Are Coming To Town!
Just about every week, we get several emails from people who have fallen for an online scam – especially a computer repair scam. They have given their credit card information and access to their computers to criminals — and it usually always starts with a phone call. It goes like this. The phone call comes unexpectedly, and out of the blue, the computer user is informed that their computer is infected with something and/or is sending and spreading malware or viruses and infecting other computers. Of
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Yankton Toys for Kids: Seeking Donations
Community wide organizations and individuals are working to make the holidays brighter this year through United Way of Greater Yankton’s annual Yankton Toys for Kids program. Donations of new, unwrapped children’s toys are being accepted and can be dropped off now through December 15, 2023, at Yankton Rexall, Bomgaars, Ace Hardware, Menards, and Walmart. Don't have time to shop for a toy? Let us do the shopping for you! Caring neighbors are helping Santa Claus make the holidays special for the children in
First Friday Coffee at 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, December 1, 2023, the Yankton Community Library Foundation will be hosting refreshments between 9:30 am and 11:30 am. 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
Holiday Movie BINGO Weekend
Join the Yankton Community Library for a weekend of Holiday Movie BINGO with a twist! On Saturday, December 2nd, we’ll watch B-List holiday romcoms full of sappy holiday moments. Mark off cliché storylines like when a big city character moves home, overbearing parents, and crisis at work. Whoever gets a BINGO is entered into a prize drawing! At 11 am, see Holiday in Handcuffs, starring 90’s tv stars Melissa Joan Hart and Mario Lopez. Enjoy Christmas Cupid, starring 2000’s heartthrob Chad Michael Murray
December Youth Programs
The Yankton Community Library will be providing several exciting programs in December for youth and families. Programs will take place at the library (515 Walnut) throughout the month. Feel free to stop by and grab a holiday scavenger hunt sheet that can be completed at the library or at the holiday festival of lights parade on Thursday, November 30th. We will also have a scavenger hunt and activity sheets available for kids in the children’s area throughout the month. On Thursday, December 7th we
Multiple South Dakota Communities Awarded Child Care Grants
SIOUX FALLS, SD – Today, the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) announced multiple recipients of Governor Kristi Noem’s Investment Plan for Child Care. “These grants will help parents expand their child care options,” said Governor Kristi Noem. “Our kids and grandkids are our future. And we will always do all we can to support South Dakota families. I am proud that we are able to provide these families with even more resources.” Twenty-eight planning grants have been awarded across the
Spark December Community Conversation
SPARK, a coalition of representatives from a variety of human service organizations, is hosting its next COMMUNITY CONVERSATION on Friday, December 1, 2023. The goal of SPARK is to connect community leaders and volunteers, while gaining knowledge and understanding of community needs. Community members gather on the first Friday of each month to share information and look for opportunities to improve the community through collaboration. Community Conversation Topic: Learn more about the Juvenile
United Way Giving Tuesday
GIVING TUESDAY - DINE OUT TO DONATE! Giving Tuesday is right around the corner and United Way of Greater Yankton and local restaurants have teamed up to promote generosity through “Dine Out to Donate.” Dine Out to Donate will be held on Tuesday, November 28th and supports outstanding local eateries, all while supporting local nonprofit organizations! Giving Tuesday is a global movement unleashing the power of generosity and giving back. Created in 2012 as a simple idea: Giving Tuesday, the Tuesday
Summit Activities Center Thanksgiving Hours
Please note the following hours of the Summit Activities Center over the Thanksgiving holiday break: Wednesday, Nov. 22 Open 5:00 a.m. Close 10:00 p.m.Thursday, Nov. 23 Closed Friday, Nov. 24 Open 7:00 a.m. Close 8:00 p.m.Saturday, Nov. 25 Open 7:00 a.m. Close 8:00 p.m.Sunday, Nov. 26 Open 7:00 a.m. Close 8:00 p.m. There will be no fitness classes on Friday and Saturday. For further information,
Yankton Toys for Kids are Seeking Donations
Community-wide agencies, organizations and volunteers are partnering to make the holidays brighter this year through United Way of Greater Yankton’s annual Yankton Toys for Kids program. Donations of new, unwrapped children’s toys are being accepted and can be dropped off now through December 15, 2023, at Yankton Rexall, Bomgaars, Ace Hardware or Menards. After Black Friday, Yankton Walmart will also have a collection box in store. Community members and businesses may also participate through the
Hotspots and Laptops Available for Checkout at Yankton Community Library!
The Yankton Community Library was selected to participate in Community Connect: Fostering Digital Access. Through the Community Connect initiative, the American Library Association (ALA) and Capital One have partnered to expand the service capacity of rural libraries by providing 5 hotspots and 5 laptops for checkout and a stipend for associated programming. These devices may be checked out on adult library cards for 1 week. Borrowers must present a photo ID (license, passport, etc.) at time of checkout,
Therapeutic Writing Group - November
Interested in journaling for emotionalwell-being, but unsure sure how to start? The Yankton Community Library is hosting a therapeutic writing group on Saturday, November18at 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. This program will not be held in December but will resume on Saturday, January 20, 2024. The therapeutic writing group, led by Licensed Professional Counselor, Keley Smith-Keller, Ed.Dwill focus on
Barbenheimer Double-Feature
Spend your Saturday at the library, experiencing Barbenheimer! On Saturday, November 25, the Yankton Community Library is showing a two of the year’s biggest movies! The day kicks off with Oppenheimer at 10 a.m. Based on the true story of physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer’s work on the top-secret Manhattan Project during World War II. Oppenheimer is rated R, with a run-time of 3 hours. Grab a quick lunch and swing back because Barbie starts at 2 p.m.! Barbie is having the time of her life in the colorful
Tea-Rex Party TODAY
The Yankton Community Library invites you to celebrate DI-NOvember with us at our Tea-Rex Party on Thursday, November 9th from 4-6 pm. This dino-mite event is free and for all ages. Show off your love of dinosaurs by dressing in your most tea-riffic dinosaur gear or fancy tea party attire for a chance to win some fun dino prizes! Get your picture taken with our very own T-rex librarian! Snacks and drinks will be provided. We will have trivia, a craft, and other activities leading up to the tea
New Mount Marty CFO Draws Strength from God and Relationships
November 8, 2023, YANKTON, SD — Mount Marty University welcomes Lori Read as its new Chief Financial Officer. An executive with a background in analytics, financial aid, and accounting in the private sector, Read is acutely aware of today's headwinds in higher education.However, her focus is simple: "Learn and teach others how to live like Jesus." Read is an accomplished professional, but before any of that, she is a mother, wife, and faithful follower of Jesus. Read is a lifelong Lutheran and loves the
Yankton Toys for Kids - Seeking Donations
Community-wide agencies, organizations and volunteers are partnering to make the holidays brighter this year through United Way of Greater Yankton’s annual Yankton Toys for Kids program. Donations of new, unwrapped children’s toys are being accepted and can be dropped off now through December 15, 2023, at Yankton Rexall, Bomgaars, Ace Hardware or Menards. After Black Friday, Yankton Walmart will also have a collection box in store. Community members and businesses may also participate through the
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PRE-LEGISLATIVE LUNCHOEN HOSTED BY YANKTON THRIVE
[YANKTON, SD] – Yankton Thrive will be hosting a Pre-Legislative Luncheon on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. David Owen, President of the South Dakota Chamber of Commerce & Industry, will be the featured speaker at the luncheon. David will discuss potential legislative items and issues that may be considered during the 2024 session of the South Dakota Legislature. This Pre-Legislative Luncheon will be held at the United Way Community Impact Center (920 Broadway Ave) from 12 pm – 1 pm. The event is free to
Sam & Louie's Seeks Local Franchisee
Sam & Louie's Italian Restaurant is actively seeing a Franchisee in the Yankton area. When you open your Sam & Louie’s, you will have a streamlined, organized business operation. In addition to our Field Coordinators who will provide Sam & Louie’s Franchise hands-on guidance during the preparation phase, we offer the following benefits:Long-term franchise contract up to twenty (20) yearsOn-going guidance by Sam & Louie’s DirectorsOperations ManualInterior unit design conceptAccounting/ reporting
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
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/
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
