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Good News: Old post office getting new solar energy system
A historic building in downtown Watertown will soon get a high-tech upgrade. The former Watertown post office at 26 South Broadway, now home of the Turbak Law Office, is the beneficiary of a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Energy for America Program or REAP. The $69,400 grant will be used to help install a 48-kilowatt roof-mounted, fixed-tilt solar array. The solar array is projected to save $4,682 in energy costs and 66,890 kilowatt hours of electricity per year, which is enough energy to power six homes.
Animal Clinic of Rapid City moves to new location
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - The only emergency care veterinary clinic in Rapid City just moved to a new facility at the beginning of the month and with that come some changes. The Animal Clinic of Rapid City was operating from a building that was over 50 years old and didn’t accommodate the style of care that the animal clinic wanted to give.
Britton Swim Club Third At State Meet
The Britton Swim Team brought home a third place trophy from the South Dakota Seasonal Championship Meet held in Chamberlain Friday through Sunday. Six local swimmers were also among the top individuals in the meet. Trey Atkinson was first in the boys 17 & Over division, Elijah Fox was second in boys 15-16, Tanner Atkinson fourth in boys 15-16, Aiden Strong fourth in boys 13-14, Emersyn Eimers fourth in girls 9-10, and Zoey Block fourth in girls 7-8. Chamberlain took the team title with 4388.5 points followed by Webster at 2275, Britton 932, Watertown Area 597, Miller 427.5, and Aberdeen 134.
A look at newly-constructed fairgrounds in Lincoln Co.
LENNOX, S.D. (KELO) — It’s showtime for 4-H competitors in KELOLAND. In Lincoln County, 4-H Achievement Days are underway at the newly-constructed fairgrounds. From chickens, to pigs, to sheep, the Lincoln County Fairgrounds are full of livestock. Volk: Who do we have here?. 4-H Competitor Allie Westra: This...
Around-the-clock care for kids
This paid piece is sponsored by Sanford Health. It can be scary to think about what to do when a child is experiencing a serious illness, injury or chronic condition. But here in Sioux Falls, among the 135 pediatric specialists at Sanford Children’s Hospital, the critical care team is ready to provide the highest level of care for children in emergency situations.
Lutheran Social Services ending child care services | July 30
See the audio attached above to listen to the full news update/podcast. Each day, SDPB brings you statewide news coverage. We then compile those stories into a daily podcast. Subscribe on Appleor Spotify. On today's update... Another major child care provider is closing its doors. Lutheran Social Services said it's...
2024 American Flat Track Peoria TT Round 11 Results
In another universe, Dallas Daniels scored a huge victory in front of his home fans at Peoria to keep his perfect season’s podium record intact while firing up the coronation proceedings for his first Grand National Championship in earnest. But in the universe in which we occupy, Daniels was unable to participate at Peoria, a championship-leading-sized absence forced about after the emerging superstar broke his femur training for the all-important final-stretch run.
Mitchell City Council discusses housing inspections and other topics
The Mitchell City Council held a lengthy work session Monday covering a variety of topics including budget timelines and current revenue along with updates on the Lake Mitchell restoration timeline, wetland progress and the secondary water source. The group also discussed future projects including upgrades to the Corn Palace and Cadwell Park.
Check out NewsCenter1's new Sturgis Buffalo Chip live cameras
STURGIS, S.D. - The Sturgis Motorcycle is one of the biggest parties in the country. With more than 500,000 attendees expected, it might be hard to get to everywhere that you want to go. NewsCenter1 has added two new tower cams to help you keep up with all the weather,...
Augustana Hockey HC Raboin Will Coach 2024 U.S. Under-18 Men’s Select Team
Augustana Hockey Head Coach Garrett Raboin will get a head start on the 2024 season, but not with the Vikings. Raboin has been chosen to lead the 23-player Hlinka Gretzky Cup roster for the U.S. Under-18 Men’s Select Team. Rogers Place and Downtown Community Arena in Edmonton, Alberta will...
Lakefield Man Injured in Vehicle Accident
Jackson, MN (Northwest Iowa Now) — Jackson County Deputies responded to a one vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon on county road 16, just west of U.S. Highway 71 at the Lilleberg Bridge. According to the release sent to KICD News, Ken Pohlman of Lakefield was driving a 2000 Chevy Silverado...
Dozens of children from tribes in South Dakota died at boarding schools, report says
A new report on federally supported boarding schools for Native American children says at least 33 of the students who died while attending them — and likely more — were from tribes in South Dakota. The report also says six known burial sites have been linked to boarding schools in the state. Each of the […]
SDSU Extension State 4-H Ambassador applications now open
Applications are open for the 2024-25 SDSU Extension State 4-H Ambassador program. Registered 4-H members between ages 14-18 who are interested in a unique opportunity to represent SDSU Extension 4-H are encouraged to apply by Aug. 10, 2024. To apply, visit the State 4-H Ambassador page. Applications must include a...