Yankton City Commission Opts for Education Over a Face Mask Mandate

After an hour-long work session, Yankton City Commissioners voted six to three to pull a face mask resolution from their meeting agenda. The resolution gave commissioners face mask options from the current standard up to a mandate.

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Face Mask Talk

The Yankton City Commission will hold a work session ahead of their regular meeting Monday night to talk about expanding and extending a face mask resolution.

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Consumers have a lot to be thankful for during the holidays including some of the lowest food prices in the…

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The Farm Service Agency has restored the previous definitions of terms like active personal management, significant contribution and restated phrasing…

Yankton City Commission to Talk About Face Masks

The Yankton City Commission will talk about a possible face mask resolution during a work session ahead of their regular meeting Monday night.