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🚧 Road Closure Alert: Highway 438 in Hamlin County
The time displayed is local to the original X account in South Dakota, USA. Starting on Monday, April 15, 2024, a major roadway project will commence on Highway 438 located just southwest of Hazel, South Dakota. This project involves structural removal work, necessitating the complete closure of the highway to all traffic. Commuters who regularly use this route are advised to seek alternative roads to avoid the construction area. Detailed information about the road closure can be obtained through the press release issued by the transportation agency: https://t.co/A1h3WuTdTn. Stay informed about updates by following #SDDOT and #SD511 on social media platforms.
Watertown's Lake Area Technical College Named Among Top 10 Military Friendly® Schools for 2024-2025
Lake Area Technical College in Watertown, South Dakota, has been named a 2024-2025 Military Friendly® Top 10 School. This is among similar-sized two-year colleges in the U.S. This is the 14th year the college has received this award, and the first time it has been in the Top 10. The award recognizes the college's efforts to support the education of the military community. The college currently has 107 military students and 21 staff members who are veterans or active military.
Join the Annual Spring Tree Planting Program in Watertown: Improve Your Neighborhood's Air Quality and Aesthetics
The Watertown Park, Rec, and Forestry Department is gearing up for its annual spring boulevard tree planting program, set to start in mid-April. This initiative allows residents to add a variety of tree species to their neighborhoods. Parks and Forestry Superintendent, Matt Brandsrud, highlighted the program's benefits, such as cleaner air and shade.
Watertown Residents: Claim Your Annual 2 Tons of Free Compost with Your Municipal Utility Bill
The Public Works Division of Watertown has stated that each city resident can receive 2 free tons of compost annually. This is available with a Municipal Utility bill and can be collected from the Watertown Regional Landfill. Residents must present their Watertown Municipal Utility bill to receive the free compost.
Watertown Residents Alert: Snow Removal Schedule and Parking Restrictions Amid Heavy Snowfall
Watertown City has announced a snow alert due to heavy snowfall and strong winds. The Street Maintenance Division has released a snow removal schedule. On Tuesday, March 26th, 2024, main roads, emergency routes, and the Lake Zone will be cleared. Parking is not allowed on these routes until snow removal is complete. The North, East, and South Zones will be cleared from noon, with parking restrictions in place.
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