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Monday, May 3rd the Avon Elementary Music Department put on a Spring Operetta called HATS! By John Jacobson and John Higgins. It was directed and Choreographed by Mrs. Autumn Schultz. The elementary students had a blast showing off their hats and moves.
Read moreSecond graders at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church celebrated their First Holy Communion on Sunday, May 2. Students included Catherine Payer, Dawson Peters, Lennon Tipton and Jaylee Kafka. Father Jim Fredrich was the celebrant. Courtesy Photo
Read moreJolene Redlightning was named South Dakota’s 2021 Youth of the Year, which is the highest honor presented by Boys and Girls Clubs of America.
Read moreThe 605 Unity Jam will be held on Sunday, June 13 at the Wagner Lake park area. Much of the event planning part of the project is coming to an end as we come closer to the event date. A wide variety of activities are being planned for this special event and will include: a Bean Bag Tournament, a fishing contest for children, inflatables and carnival games, arts and crafts, food venders, a variety of culture related programing and lots of music throughout the day. Since it is unknown how many people will attend this event, no cars or parking will be permitted in the park due to safety concerns. Prior to this date several individuals and businesses were approached and asked if they would be interested or willing to become a financial partner to help make this even possible for the community. If you had thought about supporting this special event for the community you are greatly encouraged to contact Dana Sanderson as soon as possible so you can be added to the roster of those who are helping. The Unity Jam still has openings for food venders and arts and craft venders as well. Also, if you are interested or willing to share some of your cultural heritage in small group settings you are also encouraged to contact Dana Sanderson (605-491-0804) as well to become part of the programing. Helping others to better understand your cultural background can really help in bringing us better understanding and appreciation of each other.
Read moreMayor Don Hosek presented certificate of appreciation on behalf of the Wagner City Council to Ron Cuka for his 16 years of service on the city council.
Read moreAssumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church Dante honored their Class of 2021 graduates at Mass on Sunday, May 9. A dinner followed to celebrate. Pictured are, back row from left: Father Jim Friedrich, Gage Bares, Alexa Sees, Madalyn Kochmich, Ashton Frank; front row: Megan Soukup, Michelle Soukup, Allyson Hamilton and Keely Bares. Not pictured were teachers: Sara Hento, Jaycie Culbert and Tyler Krcil. Courtesy Photo
Read moreWednesday, May 5th Wagner Rotary members gathered at the Wagner Community School for their annual presentation of awards recognizing the top scholars in Grades 9 thru 12. Due to Covid restrictions the membership did not serve a meal but held the ceremony inside the school theatre. In the absence of President Bryan Slaba Rotarian Jeff Doom welcomed the students with a short address. Vice President Becky Brunsing called the students forward and awarded the certificates. Senior students were asked to announce who their parents were as well as any plans for further education. Please see the pictures in this edition which were taken by the Wagner Post.
Read moreLifeServe Blood Center, the sole supplier of blood and blood products to Avera - Wagner Community Memorial Hospital, is asking for donors to help with the community blood supply. It doesn’t take a tragedy for hospital patients in the area to need blood donations to survive. Every day local hospital patients need blood transfusions to survive. The only way cancer patients, premature babies, transplant recipients, and other patients can receive blood is when a generous donor rolls up their sleeve!
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