6 Broadcaster Press August 30, 2016 www.broadcasteronline.com I’ll Never Stop Fighting for Ellsworth By Sen. John Thune It was in late August 11 years ago that I stood beside then-Gov. Mike Rounds at a podium and announced that the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Commission had removed Ellsworth Air Force Base from the Department of Defense’s closure list. I fought hard to save Ellsworth. It was one of my first major victories after having joined the Senate, and I still consider it a top accomplishment for the state of South Dakota, especially for West River. It was clear then – and even clearer today – that closing Ellsworth would have been a bad choice, not only for the Rapid City area, which would have suffered a significant economic setback, but also for the Air Force and the Department of Defense, which would have lost a strategic installation. It would have cost taxpayers millions of dollars in new military construction and environmental clean-up, and it would have created a sizeable risk to our national defense strategy as a result of consolidating the entire B-1B bomber fleet into a single base. Eleven years later, it’s evident that the BRAC Commission made the right decision, and the results speak for themselves. Ellsworth has a $260 million impact on the state’s economy, and it’s the second largest employer in South Dakota. It’s home to the 28th Bomb Wing’s two B-1B Lancer combat squadrons and the MQ-9 Reaper 89th Attack Squadron, and the base now has access to training airspace that spans nearly 35,000 square miles. The expansion of the Powder River Training Complex (PRTC) was a complicated project nearly a decade in the making, but was a project worth the fight. And above all else, the men and women based at Ellsworth are still providing world-class service to their community and the United States, and they are maintaining the legacy of the Doolittle Raiders. One of the tenants of our national security strategy is to ensure vital military assets are strategically placed throughout the country, and Western South Dakota is the perfect location. Now that Ellsworth is hosting large force exercises in the largest training airspace over the continental United States, the base has a significant importance for crews throughout the Air Force and the Air National Guard. Airmen from around the country are able to train for more realistic scenarios by simulating combat conditions that will help them remain the best-trained fighters in the world. The PRTC also saves Ellsworth and the Air Force millions of dollars annually on fuel and maintenance costs. The Obama administration hinted earlier this year that it might consider pursuing another round of BRAC closures throughout the country. Despite it being extremely difficult for such a proposal to get through Congress, Ellsworth’s larger role in our national security and the investments that have been made over the last 10 years put it in a particularly strong position today and in the many years to come. Now Hiring! Counter Sales Seeking a highly motivated professional counter sales person. Prior knowledge of Auto/Light Truck/Ag and Commercial Tires a plus! Competitive Hourly wage plus commission. Benefits included. Apply in Person: Graham Tire, 2704 Fox Run Pkwy., Yankton. Ask for Bill. General Laborer Full Time – Day Shift Are you looking for a new career that has great pay, 401(k), health insurance, paid holidays and vacation? Yankton Metals, Inc. is the place for you! Apply today!! EOE This position is open until filled. First review of applications, September 8, 2016. Position pays $15.17/hour. Competitive benefits package, including paid leave, health insurance, and retirement. EOE BUILDERS CHOICE OF VERMILLION, SD Now Hiring CARPENTERS, PLUMBERS & ELECTRICIANS Production line construction of modular units Work is done in a climate controlled environment No travel required This is a full-time, year round position Minimum requirements for the position include: •Ability to read a measuring tape •Must have basic tools and be willing to work 40 hours a week •Follow directions and work with other crafts and trades •Be a team player with a positive attitude Assistant Store Manager Seeking Experienced Retail Assistant Store Manager Full Time with benefits to include vacation, health, dental, vision and 401K match. Please apply in person or mail resumes to 812 Cottage, Vermillion SD 57069 Campbell Supply in Vermillion is searching for a responsible and positive individual who enjoys people plus is motivated to provide the best in customer service. Campbell’s has a full- or part-time position available in: RETAIL SALES Sales, Stocking, Heavy Lifting Required. Retail Experience Preferred. Apply in person to Brandon at: Benefits: 401(K), Health, Dental and Vision Benefits, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Competitive Wage DOE Contact Angie at 605-658-3200 or visit www.builderschoice.us.com for an application OPEN POSITIONS: • Building Engineer II • Plumber • Facility Worker – Custodial 2 shifts: 11:30am – 8pm and 7:30pm – 4am • Custodial Supervisor I M-F: 7:30pm – 4:00am For detailed descriptions and to apply, go to http://yourfuture.sdbor.edu 1108 West Cherry, West Hwy 50 Vermillion, SD 57069 Equal Opportunity Employer Broom Tree Retreat & Conference Center near Irene, SD is looking for an outstanding cook to join our staff. If you are an individual with great interpersonal skills who loves to cook and to serve, Broom Tree is the place for you. We offer flexible scheduling including late morning, afternoon, and early evening hours with some weekends. Benefits available are health & dental insurance, long-term disability, life insurance, paid holidays, and earned sick and vacation time in addition to a competitive wage. If you would like to join our dedicated staff, please contact Tracy Hauger, our Kitchen Manager, at 605-263-1040 or by email at thauger@sfcatholic.org for more information. Learn more about us at www.broom-tree.org The City of Vermillion is accepting applications for a full-time Accountant. This position reports to the Finance Officer and assists in preparation and review of financial statements and records as well as reports for all City of Vermillion funds. Application and a complete job description are available at City Hall, 25 Center Street, Vermillion, SD 57069 or online at www.vermillion.us/careers. This position is open until filled with a first review of applications on September 6, 2016. Position pays $18.40-$21.30/hour DOQ. Competitive benefits package, including paid leave, health insurance, and retirement. EOE Vermillion School District is currently accepting applications for the 2016-2017 School Year for the following positions: • Custodians: High School – full-time position with benefits High School – part-time position without benefits to work up to 30 hours per week all year long Middle School – part-time position without benefits to work up to 20 hours per week while school is in session • Noon Duty Aides At Austin, Jolley and Middle School All positions are “open until filled” Call for required district application form and send materials to Cindy Knudsen, Administrative Office 17 Prospect Street, Vermillion, SD 57069 1-605-677-7000 Application can also be found on the school district’s website at: www.vermillion.k12.sd.us If you are completing application on the website you “MUST” print the application out and mail to the address above. E.O.E. Vermillion School District 17 Prospect Street Vermillion, SD 57069 (605) 677-7000 EEO/AA Cook Needed The City of Vermillion is accepting applications for a full-time Recycling Equipment Operator. Application and a complete job description are available at City Hall, 25 Center Street, Vermillion, SD 57069 or online at www.vermillion.us/careers. PIERRE, S.D. – Back-to-school season is here. It’s time for parents to gather school supplies and back-packs. It’s also the perfect time to make sure your children are up to date on their vaccines. To raise awareness of the importance of immunizations for people of all ages – and make sure children are protected with all the vaccines they need as they go back to school – the South Dakota Department of Health is joining with partners nationwide in recognizing August as National Immunization Awareness Month. “Getting your children all of the vaccines recommended by CDC’s immunization schedule is one of the most important things you can do to protect their health,” said Tim Heath, immunization coordinator for the department. “Now is a good time to check with your child’s doctor and see what vaccines they need.” Vaccines protect against serious and potentially life-threatening diseases such as meningitis, septicemia and cancers caused by HPV. Unvaccinated children are at increased risk for these diseases and can also spread them to others – including babies too young to be fully vaccinated and people with weakened immune systems from cancer or other conditions. “And this year we want to remind parents that the state’s school entry requirements now include meningococcal and Tdap vaccines for kids entering sixth grade,” said Heath. “Meningococcal vaccine helps protect against meningitis while Tdap helps prevent tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis.” Improving South Dakota’s age-appropriate immunization rate is one objective of the Department of Health’s 2015-2020 strategic plan, http://doh.sd.gov/strategicplan. 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