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South Dakota Football Ready To Finish The Season Strong After Bye Week
The South Dakota Coyotes are preparing for the final two games of their football season after a bye week. Coach Matt Vitzthum said the team used the break to refresh and refocus ahead of Saturday’s senior and military…
Fall Garden Workshop In Vermillion
A fall garden workshop is scheduled in Vermillion. The notice identifies the event as an opportunity for local residents interested in gardening, but provides no further details about the program, venue or registration…

Buzzer Beater Spoils South Dakota Men's Comeback In Loss To Cal State Fullerton
South Dakota's men's basketball team suffered a heartbreaking 87-85 loss to Cal State Fullerton on Saturday. A buzzer-beating 3-pointer by Matthew Willenborg sealed the win for the visitors after South Dakota missed…

High school football: Winnebago wins All Nations Class A crown, beat No. 1 Todd Co.
Winnebago High School reclaimed the All Nations Class A football championship title on Friday, defeating top-ranked Todd County 50-26 at the DakotaDome in Vermillion. The Indians avenged a previous regular-season loss…

Four compete for two seats in S.D. House District 17
Republicans Chris Kassin and Troy Redler have secured the two open seats in South Dakota House District 17 following the November 3 election. Kassin, an incumbent seeking his third term, received the highest number of…
Coyotes Women’s Basketball Plays ‘Education Day Game’
The University of South Dakota is hosting its third annual 'Education Day Game' as the Coyote women's basketball team faces the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. The event welcomes over 2,000 elementary and middle…
Sanford Vermillion Offers Blood Drive
Sanford Vermillion Medical Center is hosting a high-needs blood drive on Monday, November 9, to support local patient care. The event, held in partnership with the Community Blood Bank, will run from 9 a.m. to 12:30…

USD To Honor Tim Schorn’s Service On Military Appreciation Day Nov. 14
The University of South Dakota will honor Dr. Tim Schorn, an associate professor of political science, during the school's annual Military Appreciation game on November 14. Dr. Schorn, who is a regular presence on the…

USD Veterans Club Dinner Set For Tuesday
The University of South Dakota Veterans Club will host its annual community dinner on Tuesday, November 10, at the Vermillion Eagles Club. The free event features a barbecue meal and a guest presentation by U.S. Army…

Jalomo leads UT Rio Grande Valley against South Dakota
The UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros are set to face the South Dakota Coyotes in a non-conference matchup in Vermillion. The Vaqueros enter the game following a dominant 114-47 victory over Arlington Baptist, led by a…

Pagotto’s 30 lead Northern Kentucky past South Dakota
Noah Pagotto scored 30 points to lead Northern Kentucky to a 102-94 victory over South Dakota on Wednesday. Pagotto shot 11 of 15 from the field, while teammates Willie Foster and Eric Acker added 22 points each. Jahni…
Clay County Crawl 5K Trail Run & Walk Set
The Clay County Crawl 5K Trail Run and Walk will take place on Saturday, November 7, at Clay County Park near Vermillion. The event begins at 10 a.m. and invites participants of all ages to enjoy the scenic Missouri…
Silver Level Award Earned By Vermillion School District School Board
The Vermillion School District School Board has been awarded the Silver Level status in the Associated School Boards of South Dakota’s board recognition program. The award honors the board's commitment to professional…

Pagotto’s 30 lead Northern Kentucky past South Dakota 102-94
Northern Kentucky defeated South Dakota 102-94 in a college basketball game on Wednesday. Noah Pagotto led the Norse with 30 points, supported by 22 points each from Willie Foster and Eric Acker. Jahni Summers scored 24…

USD’s Mental Health Event Hits Home
The University of South Dakota hosted its annual Mental Health Awareness Night during a men's basketball game against Mount Marty University on Monday. The event, which has become a tradition between the two schools…

Vermillion-Newcastle Bridge Event Nov. 10
The City of Vermillion and the Village of Newcastle will hold a commemorative event on Tuesday, November 10, to mark the 25th anniversary of the Newcastle-Vermillion Bridge.
Dome Documentary Set To Debut In Vermillion
A new documentary titled “Dome Sweet Dome,” produced by South Dakota Public Broadcasting and the University of South Dakota, will premiere on November 10 at the Coyote Twin Theater in Vermillion. The film explores the…
Vermillion Residents Requested To Complete Community Health Needs Assessment
Residents of Vermillion are being asked to participate in a community health needs assessment to help identify local health priorities.
South Dakota Women Roll Past York In Season Opener
The South Dakota women’s basketball team opened their season with a dominant 95-38 victory over York on Monday at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center. The game, which served as an exhibition for York, allowed the Coyotes…

Jahni Summers scores 17 as South Dakota beats Mount Marty 95-57
South Dakota dominated their season opener against Mount Marty, securing a decisive 95-57 victory. Jahni Summers led the scoring effort with 17 points, helping the Coyotes establish an early lead that they maintained…

South Dakota wins 95-57 over Mount Marty
The University of South Dakota secured a dominant 95-57 victory over Mount Marty on Monday. Jahni Summers led the performance for South Dakota, contributing 17 points to the team's decisive win. The game showcased a…
Soccer: Coyotes Fall To UND In Regular Season Finale
The Coyotes concluded their regular season with a loss to the University of North Dakota. The match marked the final game of the season for the team, ending their current campaign. Further details regarding the score or…

Volleyball: USD Runs Win Streak To Nine With Sweep Of St. Thomas
The South Dakota volleyball team extended its winning streak to nine matches following a straight-set victory over St. Thomas at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center. The Coyotes dominated with a 25-21, 25-20, 25-21 win…
USD Teams Second, Third At Summit XC Meet
The University of South Dakota cross country teams achieved strong finishes at the recent Summit League meet. The men's and women's squads secured second and third place respectively, demonstrating competitive…

Vermillion Residents Requested To Complete Community Needs Survey
Sanford Vermillion Medical Center is requesting that local residents complete a community health needs assessment survey by November 30. This survey is a mandatory requirement for nonprofit hospitals to conduct every…
Preview: Coyote Women Look To Build On WNIT Semifinal Run
The South Dakota women’s basketball team is preparing for the new season with the goal of building upon their successful WNIT semifinal run from the previous year. The team looks to maintain their competitive momentum…
Preview: Coyote Men Look To Continue Building Under Peterson
The South Dakota men’s basketball team enters the 2026-2027 season under head coach Eric Peterson with a roster featuring 12 new players. Following a challenging season marked by injuries, the team is focused on…

Soccer: Bison Edge South Dakota 4-3
North Dakota State secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over South Dakota in Summit League women's soccer on Thursday. Isabel Garcia scored the decisive goal with just 37 seconds remaining to break the tie at the First Bank…
USD Announces Football Series With Abilene Christian, Montana State
The University of South Dakota has officially announced new football series with Abilene Christian and Montana State. The Coyotes will face Abilene Christian in a home-and-home series scheduled for 2028 and 2029…