Broadcaster Press 03 August 5, 2014 www.broadcasteronline.com How soon is now? By Alan Dale alan.dale@plaintalk.net In less than two weeks the 2014-15 high school sports season will officially commence as a number of football, volleyball, soccer, tennis, golf, and cross country teams will begin practice in search of regular season success. Personally, I can’t wait. I am new to this lush and fantastic town – only in my 12th day as a Vermillion resident when you read this – and I have already seen the promise a sports season could provide here at the crown jewel of Clay County. I experienced my first go with Vermillion-based sports when I was able to cover the 15-16 VFW Teeners’ impressive Region 5A title win at Prentis Park last week. The diamond and surrounding venue were as good as I have seen in the last few years, the fans were involved, but not over-the-top, and the baseball was very solid. No offense to Montana - where I moved from but the last two years of watching American Legion baseball was not one of my precious memories from the Treasure State. If Vermillion-Beresford is any indication, next summer when I can begin a full diet of baseball viewing in the area, I believe I will be very pleased with what the game has to offer. I was able to hold some pleasant conversations with a few of the locals and found them to be very helpful and insightful. I may be known for having a large sports database for a brain, but I knew very little about Vermillion athletics when I got here and every day my knowledge grows. Thanks to many of you people who have been so pleasant and accommodating since my arrival here. The Tanagers hold a special place in many people’s hearts and because of that they have to almost hold an even bigger presence in my mind since I carry the weight and expectation of reporting them how Vermillion expects them to be represented. That could be quite fun. If Teener baseball was any indication – and good luck this weekend to those Vermillion boys on their trip to Volga – this fall could be something I could surely grow quickly to enjoy. I just wish later would become sooner, that August 29th was yesterday, and that we could fast forward to the beginning of SDHSAA calendar. At least I have the NFL preseason to tide me over… From my notebook By David Lias I had a really good conversation today with two key planners of the upcoming Clay County Fair – Sharron Jensen and Jessica Kennedy – and after our talk, memories came flooding back of past fair experiences here, and the lessons that were learned by everyone involved. Nearly 15 years ago, I wrote about the woes I witnessed in the show ring during an incredibly hot August day in Vermillion. A young Clay County 4-H’er put a valiant battle, trying to control her farm animal in the ring. Her face was soaked with sweat as she struggled, but her critter had reached its limit. It didn’t want to be led around in a circle any longer with a bunch of strange animals. It wanted to go back inside the barn and lay down on a bed of cool straw. That’s what 4-H livestock shows often become – a battle of wills, especially when a youngster is attempting to properly show an animal that is much heavier, much stronger, and could pretty much do what it wants despite its owner’s best efforts. The Clay County 4-H’er I watched lost her animal once. A ring steward helped her catch it before it could run very far. Then, despite the youngster’s best efforts, she just couldn’t hang on to the animal any longer. Not that anyone could blame her. Her animal was hopping and pulling and at times looked like a bed sheet being blown in the wind as it tried to escape. After it broke free FROM MY NOTEBOOK the second time, the 4-H’er could only stand still, exhausted, cover her face with her hands, and sob while others caught her animal one more time. It was hard to watch that happen. At the same time, however, I could DAVID LIAS identify completely david.lias@plaintalk.net with the incident, because my early years of 4-H were fraught with similar challenges. What I’m describing happened so long ago, but I remember it so clearly because of what that local 4-H’er eventually did. Even though her world seemed to falling apart around her at that moment, she didn’t quit. She ended up being a top award winner that day. You couldn’t help but feel proud for her. The Clay County Fair gets underway Thursday, Aug. 8, and will wrap up Saturday, Aug. 9. It will be a place where one can take part in the traditional things that make the fair special, ranging from Achievement Days to the demolition derby. There are also several new activities planned to give a unique, entertaining twist to the three-day event. More information can be found by logging on to the fair’s web page at claycountyfair.net. See you at the fair! 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Cherr y, Vermillion, SD • 624-4438 • 1-800-568-5004 e Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • Sat. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. • OPEN NIGHTS BY APPOINTMENT Gary Rasmussen 624-9612 • Ric Rasmussen 624-5204 • Randy Rasmussen 624-1098 CHAMBER CHAT Vermillion Area Chamber of Commerce & Development Company 116 Market Street, Suite 103 Vermillion, SD 57069 (605) 624-5571 vcdc@vermillionchamb er.com www.vermillionchambe r.com Chamber Business: An open house and Business After Hours at Lewis and Clark Water Treatment Plant, 31474 S. Highway 19 (three miles north of Polaris), on Thursday, July 31 from 5-7 p.m., hosted by Banner Associates. Tours will be available of the Water Treatment Plant. Enjoy appetizers, beverages, wine and beer. Giveaways for everyone and register to win the grand prize drawing. Everyone is welcome to stop by and see what the Lewis and Clark Regional Water System is all about. Business After Hours: Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your business and network with your peers? Sign up to host a Business After Hours event. These events generally run from 5-7 p.m. on a weeknight and the hosting business provides hors d’oeuvres and refreshments. If interested, contact Ann at annb@vermillionchamber.co m or at 624-5571. Announcements: University Libraries at USD host three print exhibitions in conjunction with Frogman’s 33rd Print Workshop now through Friday, Aug. 10 Vermillion Area Community Foundation (VACF) updated grant application information: Beginning this year, there are only two grant periods: The second Thursday in April and the second Thursday in October. Grant applications for the second session are due by Sept. 15. Grant guidelines can be found at http://vermillion.sdcommuni tyfoundation.org or applications can be picked up at the VCDC, 116 Market St. Foundation seeks Board/volunteers: The ClayUnion Foundation started in 1997 and has had tremendous board members over the years. The program is seeking to add two more board members from Union County and two from Clay County. It also will be seeking 2-3 USD students in communications or the school of law. Meetings alternate between Elk Point and Vermillion. The program will need an adult mentor for an 8-year-old boy in Elk Point, and would like to add new youth and volunteer mentors throughout the two counties. E-mail jgillerrsd60@yahoo.com or call John Gille at (605) 4215050 for more information. Applications are available online at http://www.clayunionfoundation.org/. Athletic physicals for middle school and high school students at Sanford Health Vermillion Clinic. Cost during July and August: $20 (cash or check only). Proceeds from athletic physical fees will be donated to the Vermillion Athletic Booster Club. Students under age of 18 must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Bring a completed and signed athletic physical form. Buy Local! Arrrrre you advertising in the Broadcaster? Watch the “treasure” pile up when you advertise in the 201 W Cherry Vermillion, SD Phone: 624-4429 Fax: 624-2696 Don’s Dust Control • Horse Arenas • Private Drives • Unpaved Roads • Elevator Access • Free Estimates 605-384-3201 Cell: 605-491-2133 Shop the Classifieds! 1101 Announcements Events FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH: 401 Main Street, Makell, NE. Worship: 9am. Communion: 1st and 3rd Sundays. (605)658-0240 (home) (402)-692-3323 (church). Faith United Lutheran Church, ELCA, 44874 303rd St/Po Box 168, Volin, SD 57072, (605)267-2277. Sunday Worship: 9:30am with Holy Communion the 1st & 4th Sundays. WOW Wednesday program beginning at 6:30pm for all children 3 yrs old - 7th grade, and confirmation classes for those in grades 8th & 9th. FIRST BAPTIST Church Elmer “Sandy” Aakre, Pastor 624-6391 home, 624-4658 church. Time: 9:15 Sunday School, 10:30 Worship. Sunday Choir Practice, 11:50 a.m. GOSPEL CHAPEL Church, 708 Jessie St./Highway 12, Newcastle, NE. Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday worship 10:30 a.m.; AWANA Wednesday at 7 p.m., 402-355-2305. Pastor Chuck Myers, 402-355-1335. GRACE BAPTIST Church, SBC, Pastor Steve Ford, 1102 E. Main. Phone 624-4949. Adult?s and Children?s Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday Night 7 p.m. HILLSIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH 1800 Constance Dr. Worship Sept.-May 10:30a.m. AWANA Small groups; 9-10:15 Worship May-August 10a.m., 605-624-4862, www.hillside-cc.com Like us on Facebook! IMMANUAL Lutheran Church, Elk Point, SD: Worship Service 9:00 a.m., Sunday School 10:00 a.m. KOMSTAD COVENANT Church, Rural Beresford and Centerville, SD: Matt Styles, Pastor. 18 miles north on University Road. Phone 563-2402. Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m. PLEASANT VALLEY Lutheran Church, Rural Vermillion: Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 10:30 a.m., Holy Communion First Sunday of every month. All welcome.