A family opened Vermillion's first bookstore, 'Outside of a Dog,' but are considering leaving the town due to the impact of a bathroom bill that is affecting LGBTQ+ rights and community support.
The National Music Museum in Vermillion, South Dakota, houses one of the world's most significant collections of historical instruments, including the world's oldest cello and a variety of other instruments such as Elvis' guitar and a 17th-century harpsichord. The museum, which opened in 1973, boasts over 14,000 instruments and is considered one of the top three collections in the world, offering a unique opportunity for professional musicians to perform using these historical pieces.
A fatal crash occurred on Highway 52 in Vermillion, Minnesota, when a BMW Sedan driving north crossed into the southbound lanes and collided head-on with a dump truck, killing the BMW driver. The driver of the dump truck sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and the driver of a Buick Lacrosse hit by debris was unharmed. The highway will be closed in both directions for a significant amount of time. The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating the incident.