PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – Four South Dakota school districts have been awarded Addressing Chronic Absenteeism Grants. These grants were awarded on a competitive basis to high-needs school districts. Mitchell, Spearfish, Leola, and Watertown school districts each received up to $500,000 to implement programs to support districts, students, and families with regular school attendance. Money from… Read more »
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Sioux Falls taking part of survey to eliminate lead out of water supply system
SIOUX FALLS, S.D.(KELO)- They want to get the lead out…out of the water supply system. Sioux Falls is taking part in a nationwide survey to identify lead water service lines. City environmental engineer Ted Lewis is asking for your help. You can find the survey at sdwaterpipes.com.
Codington County Heritage Museum looking to make access to Carnegie Library easier
WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG} The Codington County Heritage Museum has been housed in the historic Carnegie Library in downtown Watertown since 1975. While the space and the location are well-suited to preserve and display the area’s history, access – especially for those with mobility issues — has always been hampered by the massive steps leading up to… Read more »
Lakes of Willow Creek second addition approved by Watertown City Council
WATERTOWN, S.D.(Press Release} The Lakes of Willow Creek second addition received three separate approvals at Tuesday’s City Council meeting, including annexing land into the City, establishing zoning in said area, and approving a development agreement. The development is one of the first large projects near the new Prairie Lakes Ice Arena that is nearing completion… Read more »
Member of the Life Defense Fund comment on pending amendement dealing with abortion rights
ABERDEEN, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Tuesday, Ohio voters approved Amendment 1 which allowed abortion access for those who choose to do so through viability which is around the 22nd to 24th week of a woman’s pregnency. Glenna Remmington with Life Defense Fund reacted to it and talked about what they learned to apply here in South Dakota.… Read more »
S.D. Senator John Thune Speaks Out on National Security
PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) – It’s critical for the U-S to maintain its leadership on the global stage. That, from Senator John Thune. He says we must maintain and use our strength and influence to contain evil nations like Iran, Russia and China. He also says we need to protect ourself by gaining control of the… Read more »
South Dakota Department of Education Update
PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) – Software glitches at the South Dakota Education Department are being cleaned up. Education Secretary Joe Graves tells legislators progress is being made, but at times it’s been tough going… One complicating factor actually carries with it some good news. Graves says they’re receiving a hundred applications per week, which should help… Read more »
South Main Street at 4th Avenue reduced to one lane Thursday for concrete repairs
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Press Release)- Weather permitting, beginning at 8 am on Thursday, November 9th, S. Main St. at 4th Ave. will be reduced to one lane travel for concrete repairs. The work is scheduled to be finished by Tuesday, November 14th at 5 pm. Motorists, please be advised of possible travel delays.
New Aberdeen business receives state loans
ABERDEEN, S.D. (KELOLAND) — A North Dakota business that is expanding into Aberdeen will get financial help from South Dakota’s state government. The state Board of Economic Development on Wednesday approved two low-interest loans for Harris Machine Company and a related company, Southfork Investments LLC. Harris Machine will get $575,000 from the South Dakota Works program. Southfork Investments will get $1,800,000… Read more »
Cyber Security Expanding in South Dakota
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Opportunity is knocking in South Dakota…especially for those interested in cyber security. Dakota State University has a rare contract with Army Cyber. Now, Senator Mike Rounds says officials are working on getting another site to work on top-secret data. Construction on Dakota State’s Applied Research Lab in Sioux Falls is… Read more »