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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’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 14, 2022, at Yankton Rexall, Bomgaars, Dunham’s Sports, Ace Hardware, and Menards.    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

SPARK Connections for Community-Community Conversation

SPARK, a coalition of representatives from a variety of human service organizations, is hosting its next a COMMUNITY CONVERSATION on Friday, December 2, 2022.    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:  Join us for a discussion with

Thanksgiving Holiday Hours at the SAC

Please note the following hours of the Summit Activities Center over the Thanksgiving holiday break:  Wednesday, Nov. 23            Open 5:00 a.m.   Close 9:00 p.m.Thursday, Nov. 24                Closed                 Friday, Nov. 25                     Open 12:00 p.m.   Close 7:00 p.m.  For further information, please call 668-5234 or stop by the Summit Activities Center at 1801 Summit Street.  Remember to follow the Yankton Department of Parks and Recreation on our Facebook Page.

Yankton Toys for Kids Is Seeking Donations

Community wide organizations, and individuals are working to make the holidays brighter this year through United Way’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 14, 2022, at Yankton Rexall, Bomgaars, Dunham’s Sports, Ace Hardware, and Menards.    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

Mount Marty Announces 2022 Alumni Awards and Hall of Fame Inductees

November 8, 2022, YANKTON, SD – Mount Marty University (MMU) proudly announces its 2022 Alumni Awards recipients and Hall of Fame inductees who were recognized at Lancer Days this past weekend. "Each year, Lancer Days brings together alumni and the MMU community, and provides an opportunity for us to celebrate and recognize their contributions to the university and society as a whole," Shannon Viereck, associate vice president for engagement, said. "We are proud to welcome these individuals into the

Santa’s Workshop to be Held in Yankton’s Riverside Park This Year

Santa’s Workshop to be Held in Yankton’s Riverside Park A free family-friendly holiday destination happening the first two weekends of December 2022.   YANKTON, SD, November 9, 2022 — The Yankton Morning Optimist Club invites the public to experience Santa’s Workshop held in Yankton’s Dakota Territorial Capitol Replica Building. This free, family-friendly holiday destination will be open to the public during the following dates and times:   Saturday, December 3, 2022 - 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm Sunday,

The Library Board of Trustees to Meet

The Library Board of Trustees will hold its regularly scheduled meeting in the Meeting Room at Yankton Community Library, 515 Walnut St, Yankton, SD 57078 at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 9, 2022.   You can also join the meeting virtually by going to the following link on your computer, smart phone or tablet:https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/541968125  You may also join the meeting via phone by calling 1 (669) 224-3412  and using the access code: 541-968-125  Don’t forget to check out our website at

November Adult Craft: Cricut Card Making

The Yankton Community Library is excited to host Adult Craft Night on Wednesday, November 16th, at 6 pm. This month we will create holiday greeting cards using a Cricut cutting machine! Various supplies and designs will be provided for crafters to create unique greeting cards just in time for the holiday season. Participants are encouraged bring your own Cricut machine & laptop and we will have one available for shared use. Registration for Adult Craft Night is required in person at the library, with a fee

Library shirts for sale!

Searching for a fun gift idea that gives back to your community? Yankton Community Library Foundation will be selling t-shirts, crew neck sweatshirts and hoodies with the library logo: Yankton Community Library, Books are just the beginning. Assorted colors and sizes from youth to 4XL are available.   Order forms are available at the front desk, or request them via email at library@cityofyankton.org. Payment is required at the time that the order is placed. We will accept payments and orders through

November Teen Programs

The Yankton Community Library will be providing opportunities for teens in grades 6-12 to have fun and get involved at the library.   Our teen craft event this month will take place on Wednesday, November 16th at 3:45 pm. We will be learning how to make pom poms from yarn and turning them into fun keychain creations.   Our final teen after-hours event of the year will be held on Friday, November 18th from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Join us for pizza, games, crafting, and fun! This event is free but registration

Library Closed for Veterans Day

The Yankton Community Library will be closed on Friday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. We will reopen on Saturday, November 12 at 9:00 a.m.Don’t forget to check out our website at library.cityofyankton.org and follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/YanktonLibrary) for upcoming events.   For questions, please call the library at 605-668-5275 or email us at library@cityofyankton.org.

Concert Performance by Classical Guitarist, Peter Fletcher

The Yankton Community Library is excited to host an evening of music performed by classical guitarist Peter Fletcher on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at 7:00 pm! Join us in the Library’s meeting room as Fletcher takes us on a musical journey from the Baroque period to the 20th-Century. The performance will feature pieces by accomplished composers, such as Bach, and Giuliani, as well as Polish composer Alexander Tansman. There is no cost to attend, but we will be accepting free-will donations for the Friends

November Elementary Programs

Economic Development Professionals Association Announces New Board and Acting President/CEO

PIERRE, S.D. – The Economic Development Professionals Association (EDPA) hosted their 2nd Annual Conference, on October 11-12 in Oacoma, SD. The Annual Conference focused on bringing together economic development leaders, staff, and organizations from across the state, offering an opportunity for individuals to learn from their peers and industry experts about successes and challenges facing the industry.    EDPA was founded in December of 2020 with a mission to champion the growth and diversification

Concert Performance by Classical Guitarist Peter Fletcher

The Yankton Community Library is excited to host an evening of music performed by classical guitarist Peter Fletcher on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at 6:30 pm! Join us in the Library’s meeting room as Fletcher takes us on a musical journey from the Baroque period to the 20th-Century. The performance will feature pieces by accomplished composers, such as Bach, and Giuliani, as well as Polish composer Alexander Tansman. This event will be great for teens and adult music lovers! There is no cost to attend,

J. White Pop-Up and Artist Talk

November is Native American Heritage Month and the Yankton Community Library is ecstatic to host a pop-up show and artist talk with internationally recognized Indigenous artist J. White at 2 pm on Saturday, November 19.   J. White is an artist of the Arikara Nation, born on the prairies of Yankton, SD. White is the owner/curator of Post Pilgrim Gallery in Sioux Falls, SD, where she holds space for Native artists to be held in reverence. Founded in 2015, Post Pilgrim is currently host to 8 nationally

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/

News Release: Community Reveals New University Mascot at Lancer Days Football Game

YANKTON, SD, OCT. 29 — Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members joined together to create a new Mount Marty University mascot. A loyal defender with a gentle heart, Benedict the Lancer ("Benny") is being revealed at the 2022 Lancer Days homecoming football game. The Lancers take on the Doane University Tigers at 1 p.m. at Crane-Youngworth Field. "As the university has grown in the past years, there's been a push to bring a new mascot to reflect the university's momentum," President Marc

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/

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 To Get Its First Electric Vehicle Charging Station

*This News Story originally appeared in the Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan*   A local partnership is helping to plug Yankton into the future. Thanks to Yankton Thrive and NorthWestern Energy, Morgen Square is set to host the first publically available electric vehicle charging station in the city.    “There was a Volkswagon Grant that NorthWestern Energy applied for and was able to receive that grant, which allows for that station to be placed in Yankton,” Yankton Thrive CEO Nancy Wenande told the

Ace Hardware Steps Up To Sponsor New Thrive Bucks Gift Card Program

Yankton Thrive has introduced a new high tech Gift Card program thanks to financial sponsorship from Kopetsky’s Ace Hardware and Ace Bike & Fitness. The Yankton Thrive Bucks Gift Card can be used in multiple businesses in Yankton, including retail stores, restaurants, bars and services. The new Yankton Thrive Bucks Gift Card replaces the old Chamber Bucks paper gift certificate. Yankton Area Chamber of Commerce and Yankton Area Progressive Growth merged in July 2021 to create Yankton Thrive. In 2020,

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.