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AVON 14U FINISHES RUNNERUP AT STATE C SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT
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COMMUNITY ENJOYS ANNUAL SUMMER FESTIVAL
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5TH ANNUAL ZACHARY TY JOHNSON LEGACY GOLF TOURNAMENT HELD
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AVON FARMERS MARKET OFFERS FRESH FINDS & HOMEMADE GOODS
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STATE SUCCESS: WAGNER 10U RUNNER-UP, 12U EARNS TOP-EIGHT FINISH
News
Pages from the past
Javian Pesicka, AJ Johnson, Mahlon Bruguier, and Gunnar Stephens of Lake Andes were selected to play at the All Star Baseball game in Wagner.Joshua Wiechmann and Lindsey Wulf announced their engagement.
Sports
AVON 14U FINISHES RUNNERUP AT STATE C SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT
Game One: Avon 13 Mitchell Renegades 1Brielle Voigt drove in four runs on three hits to lead Avon past the Renegades 13-1 on Saturday. Voigt singled in the second scoring two, singled in the first scoring one, and singled in the third scoring one.
WAGNER'S TOURNAMENT RUN ENDS, BUT NOT WITHOUT A FIGHT
On Tuesday, July 21, the Wagner Post 11 Senior American Legion team traveled to Menno to take part in the Region 4B double elimination tournament.Platte-Geddes was our first opponent of the day.
Columns
Just Thought I'd Ask
P salms 15:1- 5 'Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill?He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart.
Editorial
Every week, we have the privilege of sharing the stories that make our communities special. From championship games and county fairs to milestone birthdays, volunteer projects, school achievements, and everyday acts of kindness, these are the moments that deserve to be remembered.
Lifestyle
5TH ANNUAL ZACHARY TY JOHNSON LEGACY GOLF TOURNAMENT HELD
The 5th Annual Zachary Ty Johnson Legacy Golf Tournament was another tremendous success as 33 teams, totaling 132 golfers, gathered Saturday at the Bon Homme Golf Course to honor Zachary Ty Johnson’s memory while raising funds to continue the Legacy’s mission of giving back to the community.
Rotary News
The Wagner Rotary Club gathered for its regular Wednesday meeting on July 22. President Jeff Doom made his arm vibrate as he whacked the Rotary Bell to bring members to order. Rotary Grace was said and then a delicious roast beef meal by Valley Pump was enjoyed by all.
Obituaries
HARLAN DEJONG
Harlan Gerald DeJong, 78, of Springfield, passed away on July 23, 2026. He was born on August 30, 1947, in Springfield to a loving family who helped shape the hardworking, generous, and faithful man so many came to know and love.
DANIEL A. MORROW
Daniel Morrow, 91, passed away on July 21, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his four daughters.Funeral services were Saturday, July 25 at St. Mark’s Catholic Church in Lake Andes. Burial was in St. Mark’s Catholic Cemetery, Lake Andes. Peters Funeral Home in Wagner was in charge of arrangements.
Special Sections
')">AVON 8U PIRATES CAPTURE LEAGUE TOURNAMENT TITLE
The Avon 8U Baseball team wrapped up its season in championship fashion by hosting and winning the 8U League Tournament on Saturday, June 27. The young Pirates opened the tournament with a 15-4 victory over Tabor before defeating Parkston 7-2 to advance to the championship game.
