“Trickle-down effect” : Dawson County commissioners note value of more local control over these three lakeside parks

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“Trickle-down effect” : Dawson County commissioners note value of more local control over these three lakeside parks

Parks and Rec Director Matt Payne speaks to the Dawson County Board of Commissioners during their May 4 work session. - photo by Julia Hansen

05042023 Parks presentation — Parks and Rec Director Matt Payne speaks to the Dawson County Board of Commissioners during their May 4 work session. - photo by Julia Hansen

DCN Staff

Published: May 10, 2023, 5:00 PM

After a winter closure of three lakeside parks previously caused a stir among Dawson-area residents, Parks and Recreation Director Matt Payne talked about a possible solution for more local control during the Board of Commissioners’ meeting on May 4.

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These camps are coming to Dawson County in July

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Erica Jones

DCN Staff

Published: Jun 27, 2025, 3:00 PM

As June nears its end and July gets ready to kick off, Dawson County Parks and Rec isn’t slowing down with the fun camp activities it’s offering to the community this summer. Here’s a look at some of the camps the county will be offering this July.

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