Vermillion Rotary Club

06/05/2026

Don Blankenau discusses the SAM Project's water projects in Zambia during the June 3, 2026 Vermillion Rotary Club Meeting. These projects are bringing water to very rural, arid areas of Zambia where there is little water available during eight months of the year. Many of these projects have been funded by Rotary International Grants. Learn more about just one of many wonderful projects being funded by Rotarians around the globe. Find out more about Project SAM's water projects on their website: {https://www.thesamproject.ca/water}

Don Blankenau discusses the SAM Project's water projects in Zambia ...

06/05/2026

We've reached the most important day of the year - (June 5) when we celebrate everything SD! To help get Vermillion Rotarians ready for the day, this quiz presents some important (not really) trivia facts about SD. What's our state animal? Do you know what's unique about our state capital city? What's the state bread and sport? Enjoy!

How much do you know about South Dakota? In recognition of 605 day ...

05/24/2026

As we remember all who have passed, the Vermillion Rotary Club gives special thanks to all who have served and are currently serving in the armed forces. Thank You!

05/18/2026

Dr. Thomas Marshall of the SD Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources' SD Geological Survey discusses the Ground Water Quality Monitoring Network. This network consists of 148 active monitoring wells in 83 sites that track the quality of water in 25 aquifers. The network determines the present ground water quality, short term changes as well as long term trends.

Dr. Thomas Marshall of the SD Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources' SD Geological Survey discusses the Ground Water Quality Monitoring Network. Th...

05/14/2026

We wish to announce and congratulate the recipients of Vermillion Rotary Club's scholarships from the VHS class of 2026. It is our hope that you both have great success in everything you do.

05/13/2026

Vermillion teachers Kami Dibley and Lenni Billberg joined the Vermillion Rotary Club to discuss the upcoming trips to Ratigen Germany, Vermillion's sister city, by Vermillion High School students in the GAPP (German American Partnership Program) program and other Vermillion residents. Both group will be part of the 750th birthday for the city of Ratingen. This video presents information on those who will be traveling and the activities they will enjoy.

Vermillion teachers Kami Dibley and Lenni Billberg joined the Vermillion Rotary Club to discuss the upcoming trips to Ratigen Germany, Vermillion's sister ci...

05/08/2026

10 Rotarians joined the May 8 flag raising ceremony for America's 250th. Our thanks to the Vermillion Area Chamber & Development Company for coordinating this wonderful event.

05/08/2026

It is with great sadness that we note the passing of our friend, Jim Wilson. In Rotary and in all aspects of his life, Jim was a wonderful servant of his community. This photo of Jim by Tim Schreiner was used for a special recognition for life long historic preservation achievements, one of the many recognitions he received for serving others.

05/06/2026

Vermillion High School Instructors Kami Dibley and Lenni Billberg accept the ceremonial "big check" from Vermillion Rotary to help with the funding for this Summer's German American Partnership Program (GAPP) trip to Germany. The funds will help with the escalating costs of travel for the 22 Vermillion School District students who will have this wonderful opportunity. Don't worry, they were also given a normal sized check. :-)

05/02/2026

Two USD faculty with connections to the Vermillion Rotary Club who will be retiring at the end of the Spring 2026 term were recently awarded Professor Emeritus status for their dedicated service to the University of South Dakota. Congratulations, Angela Helmer and Dan Van Peursem!