Life vest giveaway coming up at Yankton's Riverside Park
According to a press release sent out by the Yankton County Office of Emergency Management, the Yankton County Search & Rescue and the Yankton Medical Clinic are behind the giveaway.
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Kids will be able to take home a life vest to keep them safe during any water-bound adventures this summer. There will also be hot dogs and chips for all attendees to enjoy.
The event takes place Thursday, May 15 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Riverside Park is located at 200 Levee Street in Yankton.
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