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The American Legion Auxiliary is one of the nation’s most prominent supporters of veterans, military, and their families. One goal of this auxiliary is to promote patriotism and a lifelong respect for our flag and country. Americanism Poem and Essay Contests were created to teach students the value of patriotism and what it means to be Americans. Thousands of students participate in the program each year. By participating in these two contests students are able to explore the fundamental rights and freedoms we enjoy today. Winners from the American Legion Auxiliary Legion Arthur Wissman Post #150 are:
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You walk into the house after a long day. Your growling stomach serves as a reminder that you only managed to get in a few bites of your lunch before surrendering to the tasks at hand. Your mind feels like a bowl of mush after navigating the day and your muscles are so tight it feels one touch would cause them to snap. You haphazardly drop your things down at the door, grab a bag of chips and fire up the tv or sink into the chair and scroll. When your phone vibrates with a call from one of your good friends, your finger quickly finds the silence button. You get caught up in the mind numbing diversion in front of you and before you know it, it's an hour past your bed time. You decide to forego the regular nighttime routine, crawl into bed and hope for a better day tomorrow.
Read moreThe first library board meeting for 2026 was held on March 10th at the library. Dawn Kitchenmaster’s term as a board member ended with the December meeting. I would like to thank Dawn for her 15 plus years of service to the library. She was a part of the decisions that helped the library move to its new location, expand on the services provided and was part of the recent accreditation process for the library. Thank you again Dawn.
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Marlene (Beck) Myears, age 82 of Lake Andes passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at Lake Andes Senior Living. Her wishes were to be cremated with no formal services. The Opsahl- Kostel Funeral Home & Onsite Crematory, Yankton is assisting with the service details.
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The opioid crisis isn’t something happening “somewhere else.” It’s affecting families, friends, and neighbors in communities all across South Dakota. That’s why having simple, life-saving tools readily available matters so much. One of the most effective tools we have is naloxone, often known by the brand name Narcan. It can reverse an opioid overdose in minutes and give someone a second chance at life.
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