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My son is a Boy Scout. Hopefully, he will become an Eagle Scout like his dad, his grandpa, his uncle, and not to mention eleven of the twelve men that walked on the moon. Whether he does or not, it has been an honor seeing the program help him and other boys mature into responsible young men.
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AREA BUSINESS AND ORGANIZATIONS PARTICIPATE IN WAGNER LABOR DAY PARADE
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TRONVOLD TAKES THE WIN FOR 'BEST PAINT'
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A longstanding business in Pickstown, Abbys, will soon be closing its doors as it is being purchased by R.F. Buche. Pat Abdouch has owned and operated Abbys for the past twenty-five years, purchasing the store on April 15, 1998. She and her long-time partner Richard (Dick) Fuchs have both been permanent fixtures at Abbys. Pat has enjoyed being in the hospitality industry since she was 13. She has enjoyed meeting all the people throughout the years and being able to serve them like family when they visit.
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Lake Andes Senior Living is proud to announce Anita Kirkpatrick as the recipient of the prestigious 2022 Accura HealthCare Associate of the Year award. This annual recognition is presented to an outstanding member of our team who consistently goes above and beyond in providing exceptional care and service to our senior residents. This year, the honor goes to Anita, whose dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to improving the lives of our residents have set a remarkable standard for excellence. Anita has shown exceptional leadership, outstanding teamwork, and a genuine passion for enhancing the quality of life for our senior residents.
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During the South Dakota Festival of Books, I listened to a group of five successful novelists discussing the art of writing and what they gained from creating those words. They all seemed to agree with journalist Malcolm Gladwell, who said that it takes some talent, but more importantly, about 10,000 hours of practice to become good at anything. They each also said that writing has given them joy and humor, an understanding about life and a sense of meaning.
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