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Watertown Airport Reporting Decrease in Enplanements, with Upward Trend in Recent Months
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Watertown Regional Airport (ATY) has been presented with a decrease of 18.66% in passenger enplanements for 2024 compared to the previous year. According to the latest data released by the Department of Transportation (DOT) T100, the monthly enplanements for ATY have consistently underperformed the figures from 2023.
SD Senator Lee Schoenbeck Highlights Sanford Underground Research Facility
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} South Dakota Senator Lee Schoenbeck recently visited the Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF) in Lead, South Dakota, and shared his experiences and insights into the groundbreaking research. SURF, located a mile underground in the Black Hills, is a world-class laboratory for studying fundamental physics, such...
South Dakota Committee Approves Increasing Medical Marijuana License Fees by $4,000
The Marijuana Herald - Marijuana news and information South Dakota’s Legislative Rules Review Committee has approved a significant increase in the annual fee for medical marijuana business licenses. By a vote of 4 to 1, the committee agreed to raise the fee by nearly $4,000, bringing the total annual cost to $9,000. This move comes in response to the state’s rapidly growing number … Continue reading The post South Dakota Committee Approves Increasing Medical Marijuana License Fees by $4,000 appeared first on The Marijuana Herald.
Watertown Schools Welcome Back School Resource Officers
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The Watertown School District welcomed back the School Resource Officers (SROs) for the 2024-2025 school year. Officer Beyl will return to Watertown Middle School, while Officer Harberts will be stationed at Watertown High School. As the new school year begins, it's time to remember to...
Good News: Watertown man named president of S.D. Wildlife Federation
Brad Johnson of Watertown was elected president of the board of directors for the South Dakota Wildlife Federation during the group’s meeting last weekend. Johnson replaces outgoing President Zachery Hunke, also of Watertown. Hunke will retain a spot on the board as immediate past-president. Johnson has been a vice-president...
Local Strength and Conditioning Programs Yield Impressive Results for Student-Athletes
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} In 2023, Strength and Conditioning Coach Aaron Jung established Arrow Strength, intending to enhance local student-athletes speed, agility, and strength in a supportive, non-competitive environment. Jung emphasized that the program was meticulously designed to cater to athletes of all levels, whether they were new to training or had years of experience.
Watertown Community Annual Suicide Prevention & Awareness Event Coming Soon
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The annual Suicide Prevention & Awareness Event, a powerful and moving gathering for the Watertown community, is scheduled for Saturday, September 14th, the event offers a space for remembrance, support, and hope for those impacted by suicide. The event welcomes everyone, regardless of their connection...
Watertown City Council discuss Thunder Road lease agreement
WATERTOWN, S.D.(Press Release)- The Watertown City Council discussed the future of the city-owned Thunder Road property at Monday night’s meeting. The current lease agreement is set to expire. The property, which includes a building originally constructed in 1996, has been leased for commercial operations since its development. City staff...
Watertown Announces Mosquito Spraying Program for 8/22
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} The City of Watertown is implementing the mosquito control program to address some city regions' rising adult mosquito population. Weather permitting, the mosquito spraying program will begin on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 9:00 PM. The targeted areas include:. Northwest Watertown (north of 3rd Avenue...
Handicap Lift Replacement Approved and County Project Updates
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} Codington County Facilities Manager Steve Molengraaf presented the Codington County Commissioners with a quote from Access Elevator & Lifts Inc. to replace the handicapped lift at the south entrance of the courthouse and other project updates. The existing lift has been experiencing issues and needs...
County Commissioners Discuss Childcare Crisis, Funding Assistance for Private Businesses Questioned
{KXLG – Watertown, SD} At their recent meeting, Codington County Commissioner Troy VanDusen took the opportunity during an open forum to address the growing childcare crisis in the region, emphasizing the need for community-wide collaboration to find a solution. Commissioner VanDusen also spoke at Monday’s City Council meeting.
Sorry Runners…Officials Cancel Sioux Falls Marathon on Sunday
Some South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota runners have been training to compete in the 2024 Sioux Falls Marathon. But unfortunately, Mother Nature had other plans. Officials with the Sioux Falls Marathon have decided to cancel the upcoming Marathon scheduled for Sunday, August 25th due to excessive heat. The Sioux Falls...
Sioux Falls.Business: Casa Del Rey to reopen under new ownership
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A popular Mexican restaurant in Sioux Falls will live to see another day after closing its doors in July. According to Sioux Falls.Business, Casa Del Rey will soon have new owners. The restaurant on West Russel Street closed down after being open for...
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