VCDC’s Small Town Summit connects small town leaders with resources that fuel community development and growth. See presentations on rural programs, learn how to help your small town thrive, and connect with experts who have made a difference in their communities.

Smoke Signals (1998) is the story of two young Coeur d' Alene Indian men with a complicated history: Victor’s dad, Arnold, rescued Thomas from a fire when he was a child. Thomas thinks of Arnold as a hero, while Victor resents his father's alcoholism, violence, and abandonment of his family. This coming-of-age film is adapted by Sherman Alexie from his book The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven.

The screening is free and open to the community thanks to the sponsorship of USD Native Student Services.

Did you know? The term “cracker barrel” is a reference to the barrels of soda crackers once found in country stores in the late 1800s. These barrels became makeshift tables and central gathering spots, acting as a 20th-century version of a "water cooler" for sharing news.

Kevin will be at the the second Legislative Cracker Barrel on Feb 28 at City Hall. This community forum is an opportunity to hear from District 17 legislators — Reps. Chris Kassin and William Shorma, along with Sen. Sydney Davis during the state legislative session.

The state’s plans and policies will affect growth and how we plan for it Vermillion.

A screening of the Pulitzer Prize–winning opera, presented in partnership with South Dakota Public Broadcasting at the Coyote Twin Theater.

Kevin serves on the Clay County Historical Society board and was a key coordinator for this event.

Kevin’s taking the plunge! He invites you to come and support Special Olympics. You don't have to jump in the water.

The Polar Plunge is an annual fundraiser presented by South Dakota Law Enforcement Torch Run as part of the year-round Law Enforcement Torch Run events to benefit Special Olympics South Dakota. Polar Plunges offer a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support Special Olympics South Dakota athletes by raising money and jumping into frigid waters.

Registration begins at 11 a.m. Plunge begins at 1 p.m. 

Kevin enjoys the educational programs provided by the Vermillion Public Library. He’ll be at this Lunch & Learn session if you’d like to attend and say hello.
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A special Darwin Day Lunch & Learn as we celebrate the birthday of the pioneering naturalist. There will be cake!

Charles Darwin is widely known as the scientist who wrote The Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection. Join Holly Straub as she explores Darwin's legacy. Whether you're a science enthusiast or simply curious, this bite-sized session offers a fun way to honor a man who was a great scientist, naturalist, and humanitarian.

The City of Vermillion and Clay County exercise joint jurisdictional zoning within an area outside city limits. Kevin serves on the Joint Jurisdiction Task Force and city’s Planning & Zoning Committee.