8 Broadcaster Press February 18, 2020 www.broadcasteronline.com Monthly Book Sales Scheduled At The Library Edie’s Book Shop, operated by the Friends of the Vermillion Public Library, will be operating January through June of 2020. One Friday and Saturday each month, you will be able to access great deals on books - everything from the newest bestsellers, to the hottest mysteries, vintage books, children’s, YA, and much more. All of Edie’s sales go right back to the library in the form of Summer Reading Program support, purchasing library materials and equipment, and special library projects. Edie’s can be found in the basement of the Edith B. Siegrist Vermillion Public Library. Stop by and shop for fantastic literary finds from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the following dates: March 13 & 14; April 3 & 4; May 8 & 9; June 12 & 13. The Edith B. Siegrist Vermillion Public Library is located at 18 Church Street in Vermillion. For more information call the Library at 605-677-7060, or email vplstaff@vermillionpubliclibrary.org. Learn About Travel Counseling At Free, Weekly Class What is a travel counselor? What does a travel counselor do? What does a travel counselor need to know? Do travel counselors get paid? How do you apply to be a travel counselor? How many hours does a travel counselor work? Learn more about South Dakota travel and travel counseling with this free, weekly class at the Vermillion Public Library. The classes will be held on Thursdays starting Jan. 2, from 10 to 11a.m. in the Small Conference Room. This is an excellent opportunity for seniors and other folks of retirement age. Refreshments will be served. The Edith B. Siegrist Vermillion Public Library is located at 18 Church Street, Vermillion SD. Seasonal Odd-Even Parking Impacts Portions Of Vermillion Odd-Even Parking seasonally impacts the following areas: East/West streets between Dakota and Plum (Cedar & National); North/South streets between Clark and Main (Harvard, Yale, University, Willow & Pine). This protocol allows for the streets to be plowed from curb-to-curb. Plowing curb-to-curb is crucial, because when snow is allowed to accumulate in the street, the freeze-thaw cycle can be very damaging to the pavement. Drainage problems also occur when the gutter area is clogged by snow and ice. The most important factor is safety. Many streets are bordered by parking spaces. Allowing snow to pile up in these areas can create a hazard by forcing parked cars closer and closer to traffic as subsequent storms deposit more snow. Be mindful of months that have 31 days. This results in two consecutive days of no parking. Free Exercise Class At Vermillion Public Library Folks are invited to a free exercise class at the Vermillion Public Library! Every week, USD Health Care Students and volunteers are in the Kozak Room leading healthy movement classes that emphasize reducing fall risk. While these exercises are especially helpful for senior citizens, participants of all ages are welcome. They are held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 to 9:30 am. The Edith B. Siegrist Vermillion Public Library is located at 18 Church Street, Vermillion SD. For more information please email Robert at robertceckman@gmail.com. City Will Be Pruning Trees In Public Rights Of Way City of Vermillion staff will be pruning trees in public rights of way in upcoming months, as weather permits. Properly pruned trees ensure large vehicles such as fire trucks, ambulances and garbage trucks can safely navigate city streets with a clear view of traffic safety devices. All May Take Part In Dances Of Universal Peace The Dances of Universal Peace are spiritual practice in motion. Drawing on the sacred phrases, scripture, and poetry of many spiritual traditions of the earth, the dances blend chant, music, and movement into a living experience of unity, peace, integration and healing. All are invited to join us at the Vermillion Public Library on the second Sunday of the month, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Learn more on the Vermillion Dances of Universal Peace Facebook page! The Edith B. Siegrist Vermillion Public Library is located at 18 Church Street, Vermillion. Clear Sidewalks Within 24 Hours Of Snow, Freezing Rain The City Of Vermillion reminds property owners that sidewalks are to be cleared of snow and ice within 24 hours after any snow or freezing rain event. If snow is not removed within this period, the City may do so by other means and charge the cost of removal to the property owner. Property owners are also reminded that it is unlawful to deposit grass, leaves and snow in snow in or upon any gutter, street, alley, sidewalk, and any other public place.. State Historical Society Seeks Nominations For Governor’s Awards, Board Positions PIERRE, S.D. – The South Dakota State Historical Society in Pierre is seeking nominations for the annual Governor’s Awards for History and two positions on its board of trustees. The Governor’s Awards include recognition for individuals, organizations, and also a K-12 History Teacher of the Year. People interested in making a nomination should visit www.history. sd.gov or contact the State Historical Society’s awards coordinator Jeff Mammenga at Jeff. Mammenga@state.sd.us or 605-773-6000 to receive the nomination form. The nomination forms are due back to the society by Feb. 24. The nominations will be reviewed by a subcommittee of the society’s board of trustees and the winners will receive their awards during the society’s annual history conference on April 25 in Pierre. “We encourage people who know individuals, organizations, or teachers who have excelled at preserving South Dakota history to nominate them for the awards,” said Jay D. Vogt, director of the State Historical Society. “Nominees need not be members of the State Historical Society. And this year we are pleased to announce that we have both professional and nonprofessional categories for individuals and organizations.” Extraordinary individuals could be considered for the Robinson Award, the society’s highest honor, recognizing a lifetime of preserving state history. The Robinson is not awarded every year. The Schell Award, selected by a separate panel of judges, is given to the author of the best article in the previous year’s volume of “South Dakota History,” the society’s award-winning quarterly journal. Nominations are also being sought for two members of the society’s board of trustees -- a member at-large and the professional archaeologist. These nominees must be members of the State Historical Society. The incumbents in those positions are David Wolff of Spearfish (at-large) and Richard Harnois of Leola (professional archaeologist). Trustee nomination forms may be obtained at the above information. They are due back to the society by Feb. 28. The three-year trustee positions are voted on by members of the society. The winners are announced at the history conference on April 24. Call 605-773-6000 with questions on either the Governor’s Awards or the board of trustees openings. Group Seeks To Stop Falls Among Older Adults In South Dakota BROOKINGS, S.D. - Between 2007 and 2016, South Dakota was ranked fifth in the nation for death from falls among adults ages 65 and older. Beyond the risk of death, a fall can have a significant impact on individuals, families, and communities. According to the South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations, hospital discharge data from 2014-2018 shows the rate of hospitalizations due to falls in individuals age 65 and older is 1,628.8 per 100,000. In 2015, the estimated medical cost of falls across the nation was $95,000 per minute. Organizations across the state recognize the detrimental impact of falls and are taking steps to reduce the risk of a fall among the people they serve. A group of individuals representing Meals on Wheels Western S.D., South Dakota Association of Health Care Organizations, Faulkton Area Medical Center, Service to the Blind and Visually Impaired, Long Term Services and Support, Reinecke Chiropractic, Health Connect of South Dakota, Inc., Sanford Health USD Medical Center, Winner Regional Health, Good Samaritan Society and many more are working together to develop a statewide fall prevention coalition. This group seeks to increase the identification of individuals at risk of a fall and is working to develop a referral structure to connect those individuals with services and resources that may be available. In addition, the group hopes to identify gaps in services and resources to ensure all South Dakotans have access to the support needed to reduce fall risk for themselves or their loved ones. For more information, contact Leacey E. Brown, SDSU Extension Gerontology Field Specialist, by email or 605.394.1722. Camera Workshop For Schedule For Driver Children Planned At Exam Stations W.H. Over Museum The first of a threesession camera workshop hosted by the Friends of the W. H. Over Museum for children ages 10-12 has been held. The second and third sessions will be scheduled sometime soon. Pre-registration is required and can be done by calling 659-6151. There is no cost for this workshop. During the second and third sessions, participants will learn how to build a camera and a take a pin hole photograph. Again, there is no charge for this class and parents are welcome to attend. Class three will be held in late April or early May and participants will be lent a Kodak Brownie camera dating from the 1960s. After instruction on photography techniques, participants will take their camera home for a week and be provided a roll of film which will hold 12 photographs. The photographers, after using Prairie Center Township Annual Meeting PIERRE — The South Dakota Driver License exam stations in Vermillion and Yankton follow this schedule: The Yankton station is open three days a week and the Vermillion station is open one day a week. Driver License their roll of film will be Director Jane Schrank says the change was made to responsible for having it accommodate public demand. developed; they will then “We have seen more people using the Yankton exam decide which is their BEST station in recent months,” she said. “Having that site print and it will be entered open another day gives the staff more time to process into a photo contest the applications for licenses and license renewals.” which will be judged by Schrank says the new schedule calls for the Yankton the museum staff. The exam station to be open every Tuesday, Thursday and winner will be awarded Friday. the camera they used to Hours are 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. for the station, which is take their award-winning located in the Janner Building at the Human Services photograph plus a new roll Center, 3113 Spruce St. of film. The Vermillion exam station will be open from 7 a.m.These workshops will 5 p.m. every Thursday. The station is located at 11 E. be conducted under the Cherry St. direction of Lynn Muller. Schrank reminds people that they have 180 days prior There are several other to the expiration date of their license to renew. workshops that will be For information about online renewal or what scheduled and presented documents are needed for a license renewal and a list of after the new year starts. exam stations, clock on to: http://dps.sd.gov/licensing/ Please call soon, as driver_licensing/. space is limited, in order The Driver Licensing program is part of the South to provide adequate Dakota Department of Public Safety. assistance and instruction for the participating Find the right job for you! camera buffs. Check Out The Broadcaster Help Wanted Section! 201 W Cherry Vermillion 624-4429 Personal CHECKING MADE EASY Tuesday, March 3rd at 9 am Township Hall Stuff To SELL? Sell it Local! Use The Broadcaster Classifieds! bp Since 1934 Broadcaster Press 201 W Cherry Vermillion 624-4429 We will discuss the business of the township and have election of officers. 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