shop online at www.missourivalleyshopper.com April 9, 2019 • Page 15 Nearly $55.0 Million Approved For Statewide Environmental Projects PIERRE, S.D. – The state Board of Water and Natural Resources has approved nearly $55 million for water, wastewater, and solid waste projects. The $54,971,550 total includes $11,139,000 in grants and $43,832,550 in low-interest loans, with $2,900,000 in principal forgiveness. The grants and loans awarded by the board are administered through the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). Grants were awarded to: •Brown County, $139,000 to purchase a new landfill compactor •DENR, $600,000 to fund waste tire and solid waste cleanups Loans were awarded to: •Avon, $312,000 for drinking water and wastewater improvements •Belle Fourche, $1,836,000 to replace the Day Street sewer lift station •Groton, $1,798,000 for drinking water system improvements •Mitchell, $1,295,750 loan amendments for storm water, sanitary sewer, and drinking water system improvements on Sanborn Boulevard and to install nonpoint source best management practices to improve water quality in the Firesteel Creek watershed •Montrose, $187,000 to upgrade drinking water storage facilities •Sioux Falls, $26,808,800 to replace the Main Wastewater pump station and implement nonpoint source projects to improve water quality in the Big Sioux River watershed Loans with principal forgiveness were awarded to: •Bridgewater, $1,760,000 loan, with $260,000 in principal forgiveness, for storm water system improvements •Claremont, $1,832,000 loan, with $1,387,000 in principal forgiveness, for wastewater system improvements •Edgemont, $253,000 loan amendment, with $89,000 in principal forgiveness, for drinking water system improvements Grant and loan packages were awarded to: •Elkton, $6,000,000 for water and wastewater projects, which includes $2,794,000 in grants and $3,206,000 in loans with $1,164,000 in principal forgiveness •Miller, $6,739,000 for water and wastewater projects, which includes $4,439,000 grants and $2,300,000 in loans •Roscoe, $5,411,000 for water and wastewater projects, which includes $3,167,000 in grants and $2,244,000 in loans The grants and loans were awarded from DENR’s Consolidated Water Facilities Construction Program, Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program, Clean Water State Revolving Fund Program and Solid Waste Management Program. The Consolidated Water Facilities Construction Program, funded in part by revenues from the Petroleum Release Compensation Tank Inspection fee and the sale of lotto tickets, provides grants and loans for water, wastewater and wa- tershed projects. The State of South Dakota and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency fund the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program, which provides low-interest loans for public drinking water system projects. The State of South Dakota and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency fund the Clean Water State Revolving Fund Program, which provides low-interest loans for wastewater, storm water, water conservation, and nonpoint source projects. Principal forgiveness is a subsidy option that results in a reduced loan repayment amount for the borrower. The Solid Waste Management Program provides grants and loans for solid waste disposal, recycling and waste tire projects. The Legislature annually appropriates dedicated water and waste funding for the Consolidated and Solid Waste programs through the Governor’s Omnibus Water Funding Bill. Five Ways To Move More At Work And Make It Count SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — With the recent news that even small bouts of exercise lead to significant health benefits, the American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization devoted to a world of longer, healthier lives, is urging adults to move more and make it count where they spend most of their time - at work. “It doesn’t matter whether you get activity in short bursts of a few minutes or longer periods of time,” says Eduardo Sanchez, M.D., M.P.H., FAAFP and American Heart Association’s chief medical officer for prevention. “Any activity - even small, short bouts – will provide a health benefit. If you have been totally inactive and start exercising, you will benefit. But even if you’re already active, adding more movement adds even more benefit.” Most adults spend the majority of their waking hours at work and find themselves with little time or energy left at the end of the day to exercise. Experts say those who struggle to carve out time for a separate workout should use any opportunity to sneak in physical activity throughout the day. Focusing on moving more and sitting less throughout the day can help - there is benefit to any physical activity regardless of the length of the activity. For adults, the American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes per week of moderate activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity, or a combination of those activities, such as such as brisk walking, yoga or gardening. In addition, the Association recommends two days per week of moderate- to- high intensity muscle strengthening activity, such as running, jumping rope or swimming laps. April, known as Move More Month, is an opportunity to examine personal habits and strive to incorporate additional daily activity. “The month of April, with its reputation for renewal and growth, is the perfect time to examine your personal exercise routine and make any adjustments needed,” says Chrissy Meyer, Communications Director for the American Heart Association-South Dakota. “Move More Month can help you get started on the right path and is a good reminder that small choices to move more daily, add up to better your health.” Here are some ideas to incorporate more movement into the work day from the American Heart Association’s Healthy for Good™ initiative: 1. Take a walk on your lunch break. Don’t focus on the step count or the minutes, just move more when your schedule allows. 2. Increase your activity in simple ways around the office. Take the stairs instead of the elevator, park farthest from the door in the parking lot, convert conference room meetings to walking meetings or get up and walk to someone’s desk instead of sending email. 3. Schedule exercise on your calendar. Add exercise to your calendar and treat your scheduled time like an important meeting. 4. Find a partner. Having a partner to keep you accountable and motivated can be the key to keeping your healthy habits moving forward. 5. Take advantage of workplace wellness offerings. Ask your supervisor or human resources department what employee wellness resources and incentives are available. Starting a journey to be more active at work can inspire colleagues and lead to a healthier workplace in addition to boosting personal health and wellbeing. Visit www.heart.org/movemoremonth for more tips and resources. Art Forms A Big Honor For Yankton’s Summertime Festival BY JULIE J. AMSBERRY Yankton Area Arts Although we have been frozen for a long time, spring is finally here, and our hearts were warmed last week when we were honored at the Yankton Chamber Social and Award Program. Yankton Area Arts and the Julie Riverboat Days AMSBERRY Committee were honored with the Dorian Award. The award was “presented to Yankton Riverboat Days and Summer Arts Festival for going above and beyond to attract new visitors to Yankton or improve their overall experiences through events, media, business ventures or by other means.” We are so grateful to the Chamber for recognizing years of hard work and cooperation between our two organizations. Be sure to mark your calendars for this year’s festival Aug.16-18. YAA co-hosted a fantastic concert last Saturday night called Miles Smiles featuring the JAS Quintet out of Sioux Falls. The concert, held in the beautiful Christ Episcopal Church, was educational as well as entertaining. Thank you to all those who attended the concert. We look forward to partnering in the future with Michael Schumacher who is the director of Events at the AME in the future. Currently on exhibit in our gallery, we are celebrating Youth Art by FOR SALE exhibiting student artwork. This year we are featuring artists from Yankton Public and Sacred Heart Middle Schools! The students are displaying a wide variety of media including sculpture, painting, scratch art, drawing and photography. The exhibit is on display through April 9. We have a special First Friday reception scheduled on April 5 from 5-7 p.m. where we will be honoring the student artists and their teachers, Cierra Voeltz (YMS) and Angela Kronaizl (SHMS). We will also have some special guests from Yankton High School’s Spring musical production of “Newsies” at the reception to give us a sneak peek into their upcoming performances. The Youth Exhibit is sponsored by Marlow, Woodward, & Huff, Prof. LLC. We are grateful for their support of art in Yankton! Our next exhibit at G.A.R. Hall Art Gallery will feature the art of Adam Oswald. Mr. Oswald is an avid South Dakota outdoorsman and was one of the artists selected for the 2018 First Lady’s Prairie Art Showcase in Pierre. When spending time outdoors Adam notices the behavior of all wild things, birds pulling bugs from the dirt, squirrels gliding from branch to branch, the way trees sway in the wind and, most importantly, the effects of all lighting conditions. “Painting is an addiction for me, it’s the way I take notes of what I am learning, and it’s a way for me to share my experiences.” An artist from Harrisburg, this is Adam’s first solo exhibit. You can view this Wildlife exhibit April 12-May 28 at G.A.R. Hall Art Gallery. The gallery is open Monday-Friday 1-5 p.m. and Sat- urday 1-3 p.m. There will be a special ity of Riverboat Days makes this anAnyone with an activity pass can see reception honoring the artist on Frinual event one of our most popularly the show for free. You can find more day, May 3 from 5-7 p.m. All exhibits participated and anticipated exhibits. information on arts happenings on are free and open to the public. The exhibit is open to photographers the YAA Arts Calendar at YanktonArThe Yankton Area Photograof all experience and age levels. This eaArts.org. phy Club will be offering a Beyond year’s theme is The Five Elements: Mark your calendar for upcoming the Basics Photography Class on Earth, Metal, Water, Wood, Fire. events. The G.A.R. Hall Art Gallery will Saturday, April 13, at G.A.R. Hall from Photographers may choose one or be closed on April 19-20. The Yankton 9 a.m.-noon. This class will include a all elements when composing their District Wide Art Exhibit will be held review of the basics as well as depth photos. Photos will be accepted July at the Yankton Middle School South of field, white balance, composition, 1-5 (the gallery will not be open July Gym on May 3 and 4 from 11 a.m.-4 understanding color in photography, 4). More information can be found on p.m. reflector basics and how to get better our website, YanktonAreaArts.org. Be sure to follow YAA on Facelandscape photography. Students You won’t have to look far to find book, Instagram and Twitter for all the should bring their cameras and cammore arts opportunities this month! latest area arts happenings! era manuals and be familiar with their The Bede Art Gallery on the campus camera settings including ISO, aperof Mount Marty College is currently Yankton Area Arts is a non-profit ture and shutter speed. Be prepared displaying a Mount Marty Student arts organization located at 508 Dougand dressed for an outdoor photo Exhibit. The exhibit will be on display las Avenue in Yankton. The G.A.R. Hall session (weather pending). Cost of through May 6 and is open MondayArt Gallery is open to the public free of the class is $20, but YAA members get Friday 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Yankton High charge. The gallery is open Monday10 percent off! Anyone interested can School’s Spring Musical, “Newsies,” Friday 1-5 p.m. and Saturday 1-3 p.m. register at YanktonAreaArts.org. will be performed for the public April For more information, call the YAA YAA would like to invite photog11-13, and 15 at 7 p.m. at the Summit office at (605) 665-9754 or email info@ raphers of all ages to participate in Theatre. Tickets are $5 for adults, yanktonareaarts.org. the annual photography competition $3 for students and senior citizens. known as the Mighty Mo Photo Show. The exhibit is designed to complement Yankton’s Annual Riverboat Days celebration and to encourage and recognize the talents of area photographers. 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