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Madison White over powers West Central 24-1
Madison White made the trip to West Central last night, but didn’t play ball for very long. The 14U VFW team scored 13 runs in the 2nd inning, and beat West Central Gold 24-1 in three innings. Madison White scored 24 runs on just 6 hits. West Central walked 13 batters, hit 6 more, and turned 3 errors in the field.
Good News: Castlewood High School Educator Named 2024 SDCTE Teacher of the Year
{KXLG – Castlewood, SD} Castlewood High School's Adam Rudebusch was among three distinguished professionals honored at the South Dakota Council of Teachers of English (SDCTE) 2024 conference. The annual awards ceremony took place on June 3rd at the conference banquet held at Arrowwood Cedar Shores Resort in Oacoma, SD.
NIL-driven Vegas CBB event to include Oregon vs Creighton, SDSU vs Texas A&M
By Matt Norlander, CBS Sports: A one-of-a-kind revolutionary regular-season men’s basketball event to be staged later this year in Las Vegas will be announced Wednesday, sources told CBS Sports. Its selling point is based on the major factor that has drastically altered college sports over the past three years: name, image and likeness compensation for players.
Community Blood Drives Coming to Castlewood and Watertown in June
{KXLG – Castlewood/Watertown, SD} The Community Blood Bank is partnering with local organizations to host community blood drives to bolster the local blood supply throughout the summer months. The first of these drives will occur at the First Presbyterian Church of Castlewood (212 E. Merrill St, Castlewood, SD) on...
City Council Approves New Covered Patio for Cattail Crossing Golf Course After Spirited Discussion
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Watertown City Council gave the green light to a much-anticipated project to see a new covered patio grace the city's public golf course, Cattail Crossing. The decision came after a work session on June 10th, 2024, where the Council delved into the details of Project 2420, a $128,800 initiative to enhance the golfing experience.
Richard Rink of Maxwelton named to South Dakota State University’s spring 2024 dean’s list
BROOKINGS, S.D. (WVDN) – South Dakota State University announces Richard Rink of Maxwelton, West Virginia, (24957) has been named to the dean’s list for the spring 2024 semester. Rink is a student in SDSU’s College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. More than 3,300 students were recognized for their outstanding academic performance over the sping […] The post Richard Rink of Maxwelton named to South Dakota State University’s spring 2024 dean’s list appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Eight high school standouts are candidates for Public Opinion's Athlete of the Week poll
Don't miss out. This is your last to chance to vote. Well, sort of. Let's explain. This is the final Public Opinion Athlete of the Week poll for the 2023-24 season, but don't worry the poll isn't going away. For the rest of the summer, the poll will be more of a question-and-answer format....
Great Plains Lutheran High School Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for Classroom Expansion
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} Great Plains Lutheran High School (GPLHS) will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, June 12th, 2024, at 5:15 pm to celebrate the expansion of its facilities. The ceremony will take place on the north side of the school. This exciting $1.8 million project will add...
Girl golfers do great at State, Venard receives Coach of the Year
Region 6B State Golf Tournament took place June 3-4 in Brookings, S.D. Jones County Women Golf team brought home 5th place and individually Kamri Kittelson took 9th. Coach Bruce Venard received Region B Coach of the Year. Congratulations to each of you! Well done! L-R; Coach Venard, Emmy Newsam, Kamri Kittelson, Tayah Anderson, Savanah Hendricks and Coach Weber.
Team Red down Team Blue in the S.D. Football Coaches Association All-Star Game on Saturday
BROOKINGS — Team Red posted a 15-0 win over Team Blue on Saturday during the South Dakota Football Coaches Association's High School All-Star Game at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium. The game, which was not held in 2023, features recent high school graduates from across the state including a number of players from northeastern South Dakota. ...
University of Utah Men’s Basketball Assistant Tramel Barnes To Return To South Dakota State
SALT LAKE CITY-Per numerous reports, University of Utah men’s basketball assistant coach Tramel Barnes announced he is returning to South Dakota State, where he had been part of the staff before coming to the Runnin’ Utes in 2021. Barnes, a former star at NCAA Division II schools Southwest...
School Board Unanimously Approves Three-Year Strategic Plan for Watertown District
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Watertown School Board unanimously approved a three-year strategic plan during tonight's meeting. From fall 2024 to spring 2027, the plan outlines key goals for student success, staff development, and district operations. A proposed change to the district's mission statement was discussed; Superintendent Dr. Jeff...
Watertown USBC Celebrates a Successful Bowling Season with Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Watertown United States Bowling Congress (USBC) recently held its Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet, marking the end of a successful season. The organization, which promotes bowling and offers certified leagues and tournaments, has nearly 370 adult and 60 youth members who bowl at Tommy's Lanes.
KXLG News Previews Watertown School Board Meeting
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Watertown School District #14-4 is set to hold its monthly school board meeting on Monday, June 10, 2024, at 5:30 PM in the Watertown District Office. The meeting will be accessible via a live stream on the District’s official YouTube channel. Essential consent...
SDFCA High School Football All-Star Game returns to Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium
BROOKINGS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - After a one year hiatus the South Dakota Football Coaches Association High School Football All-Star game returns this today with one big change. After previously having been played inside at the Dakota Dome in Vermillion the game moved outside to Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium...
Veteran Services Officer Shares Positive Updates and Expands Support to Hamlin County
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Veteran Services Officer (VSO) Todd Rose shared updates on their monthly report, but first, the meeting began with a moment of remembrance for the veterans of D-Day, which took place 80 years ago. Your browser does not support the audio element. VSO Rose reported...
Watertown Fire Rescue and Police Department Respond to Pickup Truck Fire
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} Earlier this afternoon (June 7), Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) was dispatched to a vehicle fire incident near Hometown Builders, located just off SD Highway 20. The call came in at approximately 4:15 pm, and WFR units were promptly sent to address the situation. The Watertown...
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