6 Broadcaster Press Clay-Union Electric Corporation Recipient Of USDA Funding HURON, S.D., Nov. 8, 2018 – Assistant to the Secretary for Rural Development Anne Hazlett today announced that USDA is investing $1.6 billion in 46 rural electric utility infrastructure projects to improve electric reliability and resilience in 24 states, including one project in South Dakota. “Reliable and affordable power is an underpinning for economic development and quality of life,” Hazlett said. “Under the leadership of Secretary Sonny Perdue, USDA is committed to being a strong partner in building prosperity in rural communities through the sustainment and modernization of rural electric infrastructure.” The 46 projects announced today are being funded through USDA’s Electric Program. These investments will help contribute to a stronger rural electric system by improving operations and reliability. USDA’s funding will help build or improve 5,833 miles of line. It includes $307 million in smart grid technologies, which improve system operations and monitor grid security. These investments will benefit 7 million rural business and residential electric consumers across the country. South Dakota’s project: • Clay-Union Electric Corporation, based in Vermillion, will use a $7.67 million loan to build 27 miles of line, improve 60 miles and make other system improvements, including an investment of $67,000 in smart grid technologies. Clay-Union serves 3,665 residential and commercial consumers over 1320 Manager Trainee Great benefits and earning potential. Career opportunities available upon completion of training program. Bachelor’s degree in a business field preferred, but not required. Must be open to relocation. Add’l $3.00 per hour for weekend hours. Apply in person at: 3210 Broadway Ave Yankton SD, 57078 1,168 miles of line in southeastern South Dakota. Agriculture – specifically beef, corn and soybeans – is the major economic sector in the area. In April 2017, President Donald J. Trump established the Interagency Task Force on Agriculture and Rural Prosperity to identify legislative, regulatory and policy changes that could promote agriculture and prosperity in rural communities. In January 2018, Secretary Perdue presented the Task Force’s findings to President Trump. These findings included 31 recommendations to align the federal government with state, local and tribal governments to take advantage of opportunities that exist in rural America. Increasing investments in rural infrastructure is a key recommendation of the task force. To view the report in its entirety, please view the Report to the President of the United States from the Task Force on Agriculture and Rural Prosperity (PDF, 5.4 MB). In addition, to view the categories of the recommendations, please view the Rural Prosperity infographic (PDF, 190 KB). USDA Rural Development provides loans and grants to help expand economic opportunities and create jobs in rural areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural areas. For more information, visit www.rd.usda.gov. Education 1355 STEPPING STONES-NOW HIRING Stepping Stones Childcare Center is currently accepting applications for a full time childcare provider. Experience preferred but are willing to train the right person. Call Hollie at 605-665-9964 or e-mail us at sschildcarecenter@yahoo.com for more information. November 13, 2018 www.broadcasteronline.com President To Pardon South Dakota Turkeys PIERRE, S.D. – For the first time ever, the President of the United States will pardon two turkeys that were raised in South Dakota, and the public has a chance to name them. This year, the two lucky birds were raised by a turkey farmer near Huron, South Dakota. Before the “presidential flock” makes their way to Washington, D.C. for the pardoning ceremony, they will be sent off with a tour of their hometown and local school visits on Wednesday, November 14. “We are excited and honored that these South Dakota birds will be on a national stage leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday. While the first official National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation at the White House was with President Truman, historical records show that President Lincoln once spared a turkey, and with his face carved into Mount Rushmore National Memorial, it seems fitting to have South Dakota provide the National Turkey this year,” said James Hagen, Secretary of the Department of Tourism. “Now, we are asking for the public’s help in suggesting names for the turkeys.” Until November 11, South Dakotans and people across the country will have an opportunity to help provide a pair of names for this year’s turkeys on the South Dakota Department of Tourism’s website and social media channels. The top pairs of names will be sent on to the White House for final consideration and selection. Last year, President Trump pardoned Drumstick and Wishbone and, in 2016, President Obama saved Tater and Tot. After the pardoning, the turkeys head to “Gobbler’s Rest” at Virginia Tech to live out the rest of their days in comfort. Names for the turkeys can be submitted on this page: https://woobox.com/ebi6ht. The South Dakota Department of Tourism is comprised of Tourism and the South Dakota Arts Council. The department is led by Secretary James Hagen. Work Wanted 1360 Compassionate, fun loving, positive woman looking to provide home-care to anyone who needs assistance. 25 years experience, excellent references. Please call Rhea at 308-4402528 CLASS A TRUCK DRIVER. North Central region. Could earn over $70,000. No touch freight. Good benefits. All mile paid. Nice equipment. Experience needed. Call 507-4379905. Apply on-line WWW.MCFGTL.COM (MCN) NEW AUTHORS WANTED! Page Publishing will help you self-publish your own book. FREE author submission kit! Limited offer! Why wait? Call now: 855-623-8796 (MCN) Open pOsitiOns: Income Opportunity Herd Co. 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This position assists with development, SOUTH DAKOTA implementation and maintenance of the electronic HUMAN SERVICES CENTER health record and analysis and implementation of federal and state regulations concerning electronic health records, HIPAA and other patient care related issues. Bachelor’s degree in computer systems/programming, information technology or healthcare related field preferred; experience with healthcare information systems and statistical methodology beneficial. HSC offers an excellent benefits package that includes 3 weeks paid vacation, 10 paid holidays per year, employer-paid health insurance for employee, fully-matched retirement plan and more! Salary is $20.29. To apply go to http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus. Job ID #10927. For more information contact the HR office at 605-668-3118. $500 Sign On Bonus For Production Positions! TEMP/PRN NURSES The SD Human Services Center (HSC), a 277-bed inpatient psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment facility, is seeking temp/PRN Nurses! Nurses will participate with interdisciplinary teams to provide medical and psychiatric treatment for acute, psychiatric rehabilitation, geriatric and adolescent patients. Flexible hours and a variety of shifts available! Salary is $24.34-$26.73 depending on experience plus shift pay plus weekend pay! Come to the HR Office at HSC to pick up an application or call 605-668-3118 for more information. To apply go to http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus. Vermillion School District is accepting applications for the following position: Production Positions Available For All Shifts With NEW Higher Shift Differentials Part-Time Custodian at Vermillion High School - Please Contact: Curt Cameron at curt.cameron@k12.sd.us or TJ Johnson at terry.johnson@k12.sd.us Assemblers • CNC Machinist Field Service Technician Machine Operator – Welders • Qualifications: Must pass criminal background check. • Job Description: Clean and get building ready for the following day. Must be able to lift and transfer 50 pounds in order to move supplies and/or equipment. • Average hours worked are 3 ½ per day when school is in session. • Average hours worked are 6 per day during summer months. • Benefits: No benefits offered with this position. Wage: $12.00 per hour Associates will be rewarded with attractive & competitive wage, medical/dental/vision/life/disability benefits after 30 days, paid vacation after 6 months, and 10 paid holidays/year. Application deadline: Open until filled Apply at: Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc. 700 W. 21st St., Yankton, SD 57078 personnel@kolbergpioneer.com • www.kpijci.com SOUTH DAKOTA HUMAN SERVICES CENTER EEO To obtain district application please contact: Jayme Mulheron, Administrative Office 17 Prospect Street • Vermillion, SD 57069 1-605-677-7000 Application can also be found at: www.vermillion.k12.sd.us E.O.E. SD National Guard Recognized For Excellence In Diversity LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - The South Dakota Army National Guard won a National Guard Bureau Excellence in Diversity Award for fiscal year 2017 presented at the National Guard Diversity Training Workshop at the Professional Education Center at Camp Robinson, Oct. 24. The NGB Excellence in Diversity Awards are presented to outstanding National Guard individuals, organizations, states and territories for significant contributions to diversity and inclusion initiatives. For the second year in a row, the SDARNG received the award in the Army National Guard organization/ unit category, which recognizes significant contributions to readiness with regard to participation, leadership, new initiatives, and exemplifies diversity of thought and inclusion of non-traditional leaders of all ranks. "Enhancing diversity and inclusion has been one of my top priorities since being appointed to this position in 2011," said Maj. Gen. Tim Reisch, SDNG adjutant general. "The closer that our units represent the overall demographics of the State of South Dakota, the better we will be." The SDARNG and its Army Diversity Council have led the state in diversity initiatives, along with other community-based organizations, and promoted broader diversity and cultural understanding. These initiatives have served to embed diversity in strategic initiatives, as well as within its force development and recruiting and retention marketing approaches, and showcase various internal and external diversity programs linking directly to unit combat readiness. Several of these initiatives included: working with community partners to host cultural awareness events; increasing efforts to recruit and retain women and minorities; promoting a culture where all service members can achieve the highest levels of leadership; building allied nation partnerships during training exercises and events; and to develop, mentor and retain top talent reflective of the communities the National Guard serves. "Engagement is the key, and with engagement comes increased cultural education and competence, which helps us be a more inclusive organization and thus reflective of our state," said Carstin Jerzak, state manager of the SDNG Office of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. "When leadership challenges us to cross the lines of comfort because it's the right thing to do - the whole organization will progress, inclusion will be broader and diversity will grow as a result." A SDARNG highlight event included the hosting of a Native American cultural awareness day during its annual Golden Coyote training exercise. The event featured a wacipi with ceremonial dancing and music, traditional food and artifacts, and informational booths, exhibits and craft classes. The event exposed more than 1,000 service members that participated in the exercise to Native American culture, customs and heritage.