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Avery Schacht is a volunteer fire fighter for the Lake Andes Fire Department and has been since 2021. She joined the department as soon as she turned 18 years old. Even though firefighting has become a way of life for Avery, it was not even on her list of career options until she was 16 when her interest in becoming a firefighter was sparked. She wanted to help her community and see what opportunities that firefighting could offer her. Avery is currently enrolled to take her Fire 1 and Fire 2 classes and has completed the introductory classes to be qualified as a wildland firefighter. She plans to continue to learn more about firefighting and advance in the industry. One certification that is at the top of her to do list is to become a sawyer. A sawyer is a wildland firefighter who cuts down trees and vegetation to create firebreaks in order to help manage the spread of wildfires.
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Did you know that the library will be attending the Lake Andes Trunk or Treat on October 26th at the parking lot of Andes Central Schools. The library has many new books that will be part of the “treats,' and of course something sweet.
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Newell Engel, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left us on October 2, 2024, due to a heart attack. Born to Margaret (Peggy) Carpenter and William Engel in Lake Andes.
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Football & Football Cheer Senior Parents Recognized
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National Massage Therapy Awareness Week this year is being held October 20th through 26th. This is an annual week of promoting the health benefits of massage therapy and the massage therapy professionals of this industry. While some people may think that massage therapy is a modern-day trend, according to Florida Academy, massage therapy dates back to 3000 B.C. when it was first documented in India and is the oldest method of healing. In India it was part of their natural healing system in Ayurveda “life health” medicine. From massage therapy’s documented origins, the practice of massage therapy was passed down through generations to heal injuries, relieve pain, relieve stress, provide general wellness, and to both prevent and cure illnesses.
Read moreGreer Unit #11 American Legion Auxiliary held their monthly meeting on October 17th, 2024 at the Post Home with 14 members present.
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