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SDSU Extension will host a free private applicator Zoom Webinar training focused on managing pests in rangelands on February 11th, 2026 from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. CST at the 4-H Center, 1910 Birch St.

Jan 27, 2026 - 11:18

Senior Night on Thursday, January 22, was filled with emotion, appreciation, and strong performances as the gymnastics team honored three seniors who have made a lasting impact on the program.

Avon School Junior Class Bingo and Soup Fundraiser was held Saturday, January 17, and was a great success despite the cold weather.

Sports

Jan 27, 2026 - 11:18

Wagner hosted a youth basketball tournament for fifth through eighth grade teams on Saturday, January 24, welcoming 31 teams from around the region.

The AC/DC Thunder girls basketball team hosted Avon on January 22.

On January 10, AC/DC took part in Dakota Christian Boys Middle School Basketball Tournament. AC/DC MS BBB came away with a well-earned 3rd place finish.

Opinion

Jan 27, 2026 - 11:18

Submitted by Dr. James Schirtzinger, D.D.

Jan 20, 2026 - 12:25

J OHN 4:46-54 'So Jesus came again into Cana of Galilee, where he made the water wine. And there was a certain nobleman, whose son was sick at Capernaum.

Jan 13, 2026 - 12:48

Pastor/Founder of the Grace Baptist Church, Lake Andes since 1988 P salms 50: 14- 17 'offer unto God thanksgiving, and pay thy vows unto the Most High; And call unto Me in the day of trouble

Dec 23, 2025 - 11:53

M ATTHEW1:18 'Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise...'(KJV) Now if you wish to know the truth of His birth just continue reading from verse 19 to 21 in Matthew 1 from the Bible--God's ins

Lifestyle

A total of 395 students at Mitchell Technical College have been placed on the Fall Semester 2025 President’s List, according to MTC President Theresa Kriese.

Bon Homme Chapter of the Izaak Walton League held its annual membership meeting at the Veterans Building in Tyndall.

Jan 27, 2026 - 11:18

10 Years Ago - 2016

Jan 27, 2026 - 11:18

70th Anniversary

Obituaries

Jan 27, 2026 - 11:18

Forrest Farley, Jr., 83, of Pickstown passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at the Community Memorial Hospital in Wagner.

Jan 27, 2026 - 11:18

Wayne Adolph Cihak, age 85, passed away on December 23, 2025, after courageously fighting a prolonged illness. He was surrounded by the love and presence of his family in his final days.

Jan 27, 2026 - 11:18

Funeral Services for Julia 'Judy' Picotte, 95, of Wagner were Monday, January 26 at the YST South Gym in Wagner. Burial was in the Greenwood Presbyterian Cemetery.

Jan 27, 2026 - 11:18

Jaymie Jo Phillips, 50, of Rapid City died Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Monument Health in Rapid City. Funeral services were Saturday, January 24 at the American Legion Hall in Wagner.