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The annual Boys and Girls Club of Wagner Day for Kids was held on September 29th from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. This is an annual event going back over 20 years. The event includes the fundraiser, The Duck Pluck. Ducks are sold singly or in flocks of ten by the wonderful Boys and Girls Club staff. They have 800 ducks to sell. 100% of the money raised goes back to the kids enrolled at the Boys and Girls Club in Wagner whether it be for programs, supplies, new equipment, etc. This year, Jerry and Kathy Henke, donated a 1972 Chrysler Boat as the grand prize. There were 50 other individuals and businesses that donated prizes to make this such a successful event for the organization. Altogether there were 81 prizes available which included bikes, chamber bucks, gift certificates, etc. The kids enjoyed an afternoon of fun games that included an obstacle course, donut races, bowling, rock/paper/scissor contests, giant board games and game room tournaments.
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Calvin Wright Jr. is a 2022 graduate of Wagner Community School (WCS). He is currently in his sophomore year studying criminal justice at Dakota Wesleyan University (DWU) where he plays college football. Calvin plays offensive line, left tackle and right tackle. Calvin chose DWU, because during his visit to the campus while still in high school, he loved the environment and the feeling that the campus gave him. The football coaching staff made a huge difference in making this the college for Calvin. The coaches made him feel that they really wanted him to be a part of their program, making it easy for Calvin to commit to DWU.
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Hunters and others are patiently waiting for the Midwest pheasant season.
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The South-Central Chapter of ABATE held their annual Poker Run/Cancer Ride On Saturday, September 23, to support local cancer funds. Although mother nature did not cooperate earlier in the morning before the run, the sun came out just before the start of the event at 11 letting all the riders enjoy their rides that day. There was a good turnout of motorcycles and vehicles that participated, making the run very successful. We appreciate all the individuals and businesses for the tremendous support and donations for the silent auction held after the run. There was also a 50/50 drawing held. The winner graciously donated their winnings back to the cancer fund. Although the final numbers have not be tabulated yet, the South-Central ABATE chapter expects to be able to make generous donations to the Wagner, Lake Andes and Platte cancer funds. We appreciate everyone who helped make this event such a success.
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After 32 years of working for the USPS, Tammy Rokusek has decided to retire. Tammy was lucky enough to follow in her father’s, Dean Swanson, footsteps. She started her career at the Geddes Post Office in 1991. Throughout her career, she has worked at Armour, Pickstown, Fairfax, Tripp, Avon, Wagner, Platte, New Holland, and Corsica in various positions. Tammy has enjoyed serving her customers the most and will miss seeing them each day at the window. She has been in Lake Andes since 2011. After 32 years, Tammy has decided to throw away the alarm clock, do all the crocheting she can, and spend time with her nine grandchildren and husband Gary on the farm.
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comes to Andes Central from the Chamberlain School District where she was first a first-grade teacher and then became the seventh and eighth grade social studies teacher. Eidsness was born and raised in Hartford. She is the oldest of three children. Her younger sister is a massage therapist in Sioux Falls and her brother is currently a student at the University of South Dakota (USD). Teela is the name of her cat. When Brooke is not teaching, she enjoys time on the river, reading, and spending time with friends. She loves anything and everything Harry Potter and one item on her bucket list is to travel to every continent. She has been to North America, South American and Europe so far.
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To its owner, the FFA jacket is a physical reminder of the personal accomplishments achieved through the organization - a symbol of commitment and dedication for all who wear the corduroy. This fall, a record number 450 South Dakota FFA members from 84 chapters, will receive their own FFA jackets - carrying forward that long-standing tradition of pride, dignity and honor. Jackets were sponsored by various individuals through the SD FFA Foundation program, welcoming new members into the fabric of FFA. FFA members filled out the Blue Jackets Bright Futures FFA Jacket Program application, answering short essay questions about their FFA experience and goals, competing to earn their own FFA jacket instead of purchasing one. 2023 local recipients are:
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