South Dakota Association of Rural Water Systems

10/12/2026

Today, we recognize Native American Day and honor the history, cultures, traditions, and contributions of Native American people throughout South Dakota and across the country.

We are grateful for the many Tribal communities that help shape the history, identity, and future of our state.

10/05/2026

📬 **The October issue of ServiceLine is hitting mailboxes!**

Our latest issue is packed with news and information for South Dakota’s water and wastewater professionals, including:

💧 Upcoming SDARWS training and certification opportunities
🎤 Information on submitting an abstract for the 2027 Annual Technical Conference
📅 Details on upcoming SDARWS events and deadlines
📰 Rural water news, industry updates, and more

Keep an eye on your mailbox — or get a head start and read the October issue online now:

👉https://www.sdarws.com/uploads/1/4/2/2/142285215/october_2026_serviceline_web.pdf

09/30/2026

💧 **The October SDARWS eNews is here!**

There’s plenty happening in rural water this fall. In this issue:

✅ 2027 Annual Technical Conference registration is now open
✅ ATC Call for Papers — abstracts due October 15
✅ Award nominations due October 30
✅ Rural Water Leadership Seminar — November 18–19 in Pierre
✅ SDARWS Apprenticeship Program opportunities
✅ Upcoming training classes and certification information
✅ Current rural water job openings
✅ Funding opportunities, industry news, upcoming events and more!

Catch up on everything happening at SDARWS and across the rural water industry:

👉 https://mailchi.mp/sdarws/enews100120026

09/15/2026

The latest SDARWS eNews is here!

Registration is now open for the 2027 Annual Technical Conference, January 12–14, 2027, in Pierre.

Keep these important dates on your calendar:
Registration Opens — September 15
Call for Papers Due — October 15
Award Nominations Due — October 30

Stay up to date on ATC deadlines, upcoming training, and the latest SDARWS news.

Read it here: https://mailchi.mp/sdarws/august2026enews-9438537

09/15/2026

Registration is officially OPEN for the SD Rural Water Annual Technical Conference!

Join us January 12–14, 2027, at the Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center in Pierre for three days of training, networking, industry updates, and opportunities to connect with fellow water and wastewater professionals from across South Dakota.

Attendee and exhibitor registration is now available. Exhibitors — be sure to reserve your space early!

Learn more and register at:
sdarws.com/atc

We look forward to seeing you in Pierre!

09/11/2026

Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, honor the courage of first responders, and reflect on the strength and unity shown in the days that followed.

We will never forget.

09/01/2026

The latest SDARWS eNews is here!

Planning is underway for the 2027 Annual Technical Conference, January 12–14, 2027, in Pierre. Keep these important dates on your calendar:

Registration Opens — September 15
Call for Papers Due — October 15
Award Nominations Due — October 30

Stay up to date on ATC deadlines, upcoming training, and the latest SDARWS news.

Read it here: https://mailchi.mp/sdarws/august2026enews-9438374?e=18f8150bbf

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from the South Dakota Association of Rural Water Systems!

As we celebrate the Fourth of July, we honor the freedoms we enjoy and recognize the dedicated water and wastewater professionals who work every day — including holidays — to provide safe, reliable drinking water and protect public health.

Thank you to the operators, utility staff, emergency responders, and all those who help keep our communities running.

We wish everyone a safe, happy, and memorable Independence Day!

07/01/2026

The July edition of SDARWS eNews is here!

Stay up to date with the latest South Dakota Rural Water news, upcoming training opportunities, events, industry updates, funding information, member news, and more.

Take a few minutes to see what's happening across rural water in South Dakota.

📬 Read the July eNews here: https://mailchi.mp/sdarws/july2026enews

06/25/2026

Before social media, drones, and 4K cameras, there was "South Dakota Rural Water: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow." Produced in 2005, this video captured the stories of the people who helped build and strengthen rural water systems across South Dakota.

Twenty years later, it's more than just a video – it's a time capsule. It reminds us how far we've come while honoring the leaders, operators, board members, and advocates whose dedication made safe, reliable drinking water possible for thousands of South Dakotans.

Whether you were part of rural water in 2005 or are just joining the industry today, we hope you'll enjoy this look back at our history and the people who helped shape our future.

🎥 Watch the full video on our YouTube channel! https://youtu.be/4pbCnNVRRIg?si=KwGN27VVwX9_BiiR

Take a step back in time with this 2005 documentary highlighting th...