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On July 30th the Charles Mix 4-H kids and parents came together to do some maintenance and clean up at the 4H center to prepare for the upcoming Achievement Days. Please come out and support our local 4-H kids Friday, August 6th - Saturday, August 7th. Courtesy Photos.
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Lincoln Thury - Champion crossbred barrow. Courtesy Photo.
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Marilyn Zylstra has seen a lot of change throughout her long and rewarding career. As she enters retirement she will be greatly missed as the administrative secretary at Wagner Elementary School. However, the fond memories of Zylstra’s work ethic and devotion will always be remembered.
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The 2021 Fort Randall Casino Classic Tournament was held this past weekend at Randall Hills Country Club. Photo by Barb Pechous.
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Avon Swim Team members are, front row from left: Rowan Brandt, Irelynn Small, Addy Lavelle, Stella Ratzlaff, Keira Fathke. Second Row, L to R: Jordan Ratzlaff, Hudsyn Tjeerdsma, Oakleigh VanDuysen, Anna Small, Spencer Dykstra, Lucy Schloss, Josie Schloss, Netty Lane, Eli Olson. Third Row, L to R: Charlianna Simpson, Levi Paulsen, Emersyn Haenfler, Eden Walters, Remington Courtesy Photo. VanDuysen, Blake Olson, Jaden Ratzlaff, Tyson Voigt, Stetson VanDuysen, Dayton Brandt, Haven Haenfler, Aty Akridge, Addisyn Fathke, Sophia Simpson, Coach Becky Haenfler. Fourth Row, L to R: Jeanah Ratzlaff, Grayson Renner, Tucker Tjeerdsma, Raegan Brandt, Macy Voigt, Brenson Ratzlaff, Zander Fathke, Thayne Tjeerdsma, Daxton Fathke, Jaelin Ratzlaff, Linkin Akridge, Brooklynn Renner, Jordyn Voigt. Back Row, L to R: Erica Cahoy, Haden Cahoy, Landon Mudder, Gracie Small, Madi Mudder, Trey Akridge, Kristen Namminga, Madisyn Cameron, Allyson Hamilton, Jacob Ratzlaff, Caleb Wallinga, Grayson Ratzlaff. Not pictured: Brielle Voigt. More information and photos on pages 6 and 7. Courtesy photo.
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Charles Mix Saddle Club held their 5 annual Charles Mix Saddle Club SDRA Rodeo Saturday and Sunday, July 17 and 18 in Geddes. Stock contractor was Squeek and Maureen Hollenbeck. Keeping the crowd entertained was Rodeo Clown Toofpik Flinn. Saturday evening Blue Room sponsored Kaylyn Sahs and Band and Sunday Morning a Cowboy Church Service was held. Sunday night spectators were entertained by Crazy Cowgirl Trick Riding. It was a busy weekend as the roster was full of contestants for both the Slacks at 9 a.m. each day and the main performances held each night beginning at 7 p.m.
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The Library was very pleased to host Starr Chief Eagle, Hoop Dancer Extraordinaire, Lakota Teacher on Thursday, July 15th. Starr began the program with a handson activity with the children. She gave them tips on using the hoops and then had them invite other children from the audience to participate in movements as a group. Starr continued with information for all attending on the Lakota culture and concluded the presentation with three dancers (including Starr) performing for the audience. Thank you to the SD Arts Council and the South Dakota Humanities Council for helping to bring this performance to Lake Andes. Courtesy Photo
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The Wagner Fire Department received a call at 2:15 p.m. to respond to a wildfire just north of Pickstown, which was rapidly moving north towards St. Francis Bay. Wagner responded along with multiple other fire departments from Lake Andes, Ravinia, Geddes, LakeView Colony, Pickstown, Dante and Armour. Multiple other agencies and personnel assisted with traffic control, evacuations and water shuttles.
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