Vermillion Area Chamber & Development Company

03/19/2026

Another great Learning Lunch!

Thank you to ISG's Ronna Poppens and Danielle Propst for sharing insights on community planning and how data, collaboration and strategy can help move big ideas forward. We were especially inspired by the plans and progress happening in our neighboring communities of Lemars and Hartford!

Thank you to everyone who joined us!

03/18/2026

Round two of the WNIT at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center!

Let's cheer on the South Dakota Women's Basketball team at 1 p.m. this Sunday! Ticket information below. 👇🐾

Get ready, Coyote Nation! 🐾

The Yotes will be back in the SCSC for the second round of the WNIT this SUNDAY at 1 PM. Tickets are available now!

🗞️- yote.us/4cTcQfJ
🎟️- yote.us/BBtickets

03/16/2026

Last week we cut the ribbon at Fotolab No. 7, a photography lab in Vermillion where film can be developed, photos are printed and creativity is brought to life.

Though Fotolab No. 7 is new to Vermillion in 2025, owner Aaron C Packard – an award-winning photographer – has been rooted in the community for over two decades. His other ventures, Packard Group LLC and Aaron C Packard Productions, were both founded here in 2002.

Of course the best small-town arts scene has a photo lab. Check it out today! 🙌

03/13/2026

El Nopal Mexican Restaurant - Vermillion, SD is hosting a giveaway!

Visit El Nopal's page to learn how to win a $50 gift card! Winners will be announced on March 25.

And don't forget to follow them on Instagram (elnopal_sd) and TikTok (el.nopal22).

03/11/2026

We had a great time celebrating the grand reopening of El Fredo Pizza - Vermillion, SD with a ribbon cutting and open house yesterday!

After reopening earlier this spring with new owners Brad and TJ, El Fredo's is once again serving up the pizza, pasta, sandwiches and wings that locals know and love.

Be sure to stop in, say hello and grab a slice to celebrate!

03/11/2026

“It is important to recognize how deeply Vermillion has influenced the arts throughout this state and nation..." said Bruce Kelley, Ph.D., dean of the College of Fine Arts.

Take a look at this story that highlights how the USD College of Fine Arts impacts the arts scene in Vermillion!

USA Today has once again named Vermillion the Best Small Town Arts Scene in the country! 🙌 This recognition reflects the creativity, talent and vision of local artists, the Vermillion community and the USD College of Fine Arts.

Read about a few of the many artistic highlights that make the USD and Vermillion communities special 👉 https://yote.us/4sC4Ns2

03/10/2026

Leaders from across the region gathered in Vermillion yesterday for the Small Town Summit to connect, collaborate and learn about tangible resources that support community growth.

Thank you to our speakers – Paula Jensen with Dakota Resources, Jessica Meyers with PorchLight and Alison Larson with USDA Rural Development – for sharing their expertise.

We're excited to see the impact these conversations will have across our small towns!

03/09/2026

Do you know someone making a big impact in our community? Help us recognize the people and organizations helping Vermillion thrive by submitting an award nomination!

Nominations are open for:

🏆 Community Leader of the Year
🏆 Spirit of Entrepreneurship
🏆 Family-Owned Business of the Year
🏆 Chamber Member of the Year

Winners will be honored at the VCDC Annual Celebration — Vermillion’s premier business event of the year.

📅 Nominations close this Thursday, March 12.

Submit yours here: https://forms.gle/Lx6CegatHsbgDKjj6

03/06/2026

The first railcar arrived at Cypress Rail Solutions earlier this spring, marking the start of official operations in our community!

Cypress Rail Solutions recently established its Vermillion location, bringing railcar maintenance and cleaning services that will help support agriculture and industry in the area.

03/05/2026

The votes are in!

After a month of pizza tasting across the area, Old Lumber Company Grill & Bar has been crowned the 2026 Vermillion Pizza Battle Champion with their Maverick Pizza! 🏆

This year’s final standings:

1️⃣ Old Lumber Company
2️⃣ Hummer’s Bar & Grill
3️⃣ Charcoal Lounge

Together, our community:

🍕 Enjoyed 1,067 featured pizzas.
🗳 Cast 446 votes.
💰 Generated $26,000+ in estimated local economic impact.

Huge thanks to everyone who participated, voted and supported our local restaurants during the Vermillion Pizza Battle.

Special thanks to presenting sponsor Dakota Realty & Property Management and our voter giveaway sponsors Pat Roach and Masaba, Inc.

03/04/2026

The VCDC Annual Celebration & Awards Banquet is right around the corner! 🎊

Join us on Thursday, April 9 for Vermillion's premier business event of the year.

🎟 Tickets are now on sale — and going quickly! https://chamber.livevermillion.com/events/register/28519

🏆 Award nominations are open. Submit yours by Thursday, March 12. https://forms.gle/ko5Twry2cdyyoxfk6

🔴⚪🔵 This year's theme is Red, White & Blue in celebration of America's 250th.

Celebrate the people and businesses shaping our community — and be part of the fun!

Thank you to our sponsors who help make this event possible.

Presenting: University of South Dakota
Entertainment: Midco
Table Tent: Premier Real Estate
Bar: Jon Cole - Farm Bureau Financial Services and Masaba, Inc.
Menu: Action Carpet Cleaning

03/03/2026

One more post because this is a moment we want to remember forever!

Vermillion was named the 2026 Community of the Year by the South Dakota Governor's Office of Economic Development.

We're proud of this community and grateful for everyone who helps make Vermillion so special.