WPD reports 30 percent fewer fireworks calls this year
The Watertown Police Department reported a 30 percent decrease in calls for service related specifically to fireworks for the Fourth…
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Fieber holds art open house
For many, a trip to Goodwin on July 3 has become a tradition as the community hosts its annual Show-n-Shine…
Florence fosters fun, folksy Fourth
The Sidetrack Bar and Grill in Florence was the center of two days of action in Florence as the community…
Kranzburg celebrates 250 years of Americana
John Adams wrote of American independence: “I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated, by succeeding generations, as…
Big crowd lines Kemp Avenue for Fourth of July Parade
A warm sunny day greeted scores of parade-watchers on Saturday, July 4, for the city’s annual parade. People line up…
Watertown Art Scene: Break out your patriotic apparel
Happy Birthday, America! Our community joins the nation in celebrating this year’s 250th milestone with several special events and displays….
America 250 fireworks display to draw 8,000 plus
The City of Watertown’s annual Fourth of July fireworks display will be held on July 4 at sundown. Organizer Randy…
Extra safety measures planned for Kranzburg Fourth of July
In an effort to alleviate traffic on US Highway 212, the Codington County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to…
Welcome to South Shore!
Ahead of South Shore’s 125th Anniversary, The Watertown Current is pleased to publish a special section on the community’s history. …
America’s 250th anniversary fast approaching
As Americans in general, and South Dakotans in particular, gear up to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary this year, Dr….
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