City board OKs J&J Earthworks’ mining request
A pared-down version of the Watertown Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a request by J&J Earthworks to mine a tract…
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Bakken says prosecution coming in gravel pit spat
Codington County State’s Attorney Alison Bakken has responded to a story that appeared Wednesday, June 10 on The Watertown Current’s…
Elmira Township seeks action on trucking violations
Truck traffic to and from a gravel pit just outside of Watertown city limits has riled up more than dust….
Cannabis grower wants lower license fee
City officials in the eastern Minnehaha County community of Brandon are re-evaluating the fees their town puts on the medical…
Watertown recognized for excellence in financial reporting
The City of Watertown has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance…
Consolidated Board of Equalization holds annual meeting
Three parties appeared before the Codington County Consolidated Board of Equalization on Tuesday, April 14, to appeal their latest property…
County Commissioner Johnson won’t seek another term
The longest-tenured member on the Codington County Board of Commissioners said Tuesday he will not seek another term. Myron Johnson…
Lawmakers demand report on welfare program spending, cash balances
South Dakota lawmakers reopened a familiar fight Monday: whether the state is sitting on too much federal welfare money while…
Rep. Matt Roby column: Recap of 101st Legislative Session
With the conclusion of Veto Day, the 101st Legislative Session in South Dakota is now officially adjourned. As with any…
City Council moves forward with Fifth Avenue reconstruction, discusses sidewalk policy
Watertown City Council approved a resolution of necessity for sidewalk improvements along Fifth Avenue North from Fourth Street Northwest to…
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