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On Sunday May 1st 2022, Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish Dante honored their three graduating seniors at the 10:30 a.m. Mass, followed by a luncheon in their honor.
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The following students received the Sacrament of Confirmation on Sunday, April 24th at the Assumption Catholic Church in Dante.
Read moreFeeding South Dakota food distribution will be held Friday, May 27 at the Scotland Community Church at 8:45 a.m.; the Tyndall Fire Hall at 10:30 a.m. and at the Avon Fire Hall at 12 noon. This will continue to be a “drive-thru” distribution until further notice.
Read morePIERRE, S.D. – Governor Kristi Noem, in coordination with the South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs, has proclaimed May as “National Military Appreciation Month,” a time for all to honor, remember, recognize, and appreciate those who have served in the past and those now serving, as well as their families.
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South Dakota livestock producers play an important role in maintaining grassland health by improving water quality and increasing biodiversity. Maintaining grassland health in return, will help improve the quality of forage for livestock and ultimately increase profitability. South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks (SDGFP) recently hired eight new Private Lands Habitat Biologists (PLHB) for a current total of twelve across the state of South Dakota to help landowners increase profitability on their lands, while also enhancing wildlife habitat at the same time.
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Within the last few years, the Avon Music Department has started a Big and Little Dance for any preschool thru 5th grade students and their parent(s), guardian(s), or special loved one(s). This year's dance was March 28 from 7-9 p.m. The fun-filled night includes a Grand March and a dance with refreshments. The Cahoy family donated their DJ services, and the high school chorus provided the snacks and drinks. The Big and Little Dance shirt-tails the Prom using the decorations from two nights prior and giving attendees a night of glamor.
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