•  PIERRE, S.D. - The South Dakota Department of Transportation has awarded more than $930,000 in grants to nine South Dakota communities as part of the Safe Routes to School program.
•  The largest award of $205,628 went to Centerville for sidewalks, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) curb ramps, as well as education and incentive items.
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• Other community awards are as follows:
•  Brandon - $75,181
•  Ethan - $23,375
• Groton - $154,530
• Highmore - $20,195
• Kyle (Little Wound School) - $69,000
• Parkston - $131,805

• Viborg - $96,846
• Worthing - $161,326
• Each applicant had to create a unique Safe Routes to School program to address specific safety issues for school children. The programs include activities that encourage walking and

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