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The Avon Summer Reading ProgramFinalewasheldatHurd’s Dock on Sunday, August 7th. The weather did not look too promising earlier in the day, but cleared up in time for the festivities and turned into a gorgeous evening to be near the river. Thanks to Rick and Mary Hurd for hosting this event. This was an opportunity for families to come together and celebrate the accomplishments of the summer. The guest presenter was Sam Stukel from the Gavin’s Point National Fish Hatchery. He brought may different aquatic animals that can be found in the Missouri River. The participants got a chance to see the various animal up close and touch some of them. It was a very informative and interesting presentation,whicheven the adults in attendance learned from. After the presentation there were games, small fireworks, sand castle building, a potluck picnic, and S’mores.
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ThefiveSouthDakotaRegionalTeachersof theyearcametogether in Pierre on Thursday, July 28th. They were able to participate in a meet and greet to get to know more about each other and were given tips on how to deal with media and interviews. Next, they met with the current SD Teacher of the Year, Stephanie Ballard, who teaches at George S. Mickelson Middle School in Brookings. She gave a presentation that detailed what the responsibilities of the SD Teacher of the Year would entail. This includes deciding on a platform to use for about a dozen various speaking engagements, visiting pre-service teachers at 5 SD regent schools, representing SD for National Teacher of the Year, a couple trips to Washington DC, and being an advocate for education with help from the SD Department of Education.
Read moreThe 37th Mudder Cousin’s Day was held at the Ramada Inn in Sioux Falls on July 29th and 30th. Hostesses were Janice Smidt and Stacy Quam. An evening potluck meal was enjoyed followed by a bridal shower honoring Jaclyn Rothschadlandababyshowerhonoring Leah Quam. Joyce Borah’s 65th birthday and her retirement after teaching preschool for 33 years were celebrated. The children andteensenjoyedswimming. Saturday the cousins ate lunch at PizzaRanchbeforeleavingfortheir respective homes.
Read moreThe South Dakota Department of Human Services has partnered with GetSetUp to offer thousands of interactive online classes, free, to South Dakota residents 60+.
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This weeks weekly racing series presented by Fort Randall Casino and Hotel was filled with nothing but fast action.
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Wagner Swimming Pool Fundraising presented a Movie Night at Wagner Speedway Saturday evening. A great group of volunteers came out to put up a large screen and offered concessions for movie watchers. Community members, swim team parents, and leaders have come together to form the committee dedicated to raising money toward a new pool. For more information check out the pool fundraising website at: wagnerpoolfundraising.com
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President Rachel Woods called her second weekly meeting of the Wagner Rotary Club to order on Wednesday July 27th. There were no extra guests, just those present for the program so Pastor Bill heermann gave thanks for the day and the food and fellowship. He asked for guidance for us to go about in our community to help others.
Read moreAt the request of the South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs, Governor Kristi Noem has proclaimed Sunday, August 7, 2022, as “Purple Heart Recognition Day,” calling on all South Dakotans to honor those men and women who are recipients of the Purple Heart Medal.
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