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Celebrating Arbor Day

Celebrating Arbor Day

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The City of Yankton observed Arbor Day on Monday by adding a tree to West Side Park.
City Forester Lisa Kortan said they are adding a new variety….

Kortan says they want to add new species to the parks….

Kortan says with the threat of emerald ash borer, they want to have a diverse city forest….

The tree was added to West Side Park as part of the ongoing construction.

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