Randy Dockendorf is a Regional Editor at Yankton Press & Dakotan. He covers a diverse range of topics including crime and justice, education, government, and politics, with a particular focus on regional interest and world news. Randy's work has also been featured in Vermillion Plain Talk and Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan.
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On Saturday, Vermillion will roll out a Fourth of July celebration 250 years in the making — the USA’s semiquincentennial.
Tylen “Ty” Valandra is pictured with his mother, Sarah Valandra-Shoon, after a game during his Todd County High School football career in Mission. He excelled in multiple sports for the Falcons and was also a 4.0 student and class salutatorian.
By: Randy Dockendorf
The Tri-State Old Iron Association is again holding its two-day tractor ride on Friday and Saturday. The event includes a 6 p.m. Friday tractor parade through downtown Yankton.
By: Randy Dockendorf
The Yankton County economic development task force members are shown during Thursday’s meeting, prioritizing their three top areas for a deeper dive with subcommittees.
During Monday’s meeting, newly elected Kevin O’Kelley takes his oath of office for his four-year term as Vermillion mayor.
The Vermillion City Council has taken the first step in creating a tax increment finance (TIF) district for a proposed housing development at 1030 Elm Street.
By: Randy Dockendorf
Chairman Doug Ekeren presides over this week’s Yankton County financial planning task force.
SPRINGFIELD — A Mike Durfee State Prison (MDSP) employee charged with two counts of alleged sexual relations with an inmate has been arrested in Ohio.
By: Randy Dockendorf
VIBORG — This week, Viborg residents are extending a “Velkommen!” — or “Welcome!” — for the annual Danish Days celebration.
By: Randy Dockendorf
