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On October 3, the Avon High School choir visited Luxury 5 movie theater in Mitchell to watch Dear Evan Hansen, a musical turned movie. "I wanted to take my choir kids to Mitchell to see this movie because they've been working hard to fundraise during their time in the department, and I really enjoy the soundtrack,” said choir director Autumn Schultz.
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It seems like just yesterday Lillian Burfeindt was getting ready to move into the Meadow View Manor in Avon. That was in 2014, and by that time she had been living by herself for more than a decade after the death of her husband, Wally.
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The September 22nd meeting of the Wagner Rotary Club had a number of guests present, so the meal was consumed quickly, and the meeting agenda began. Rotarian Ken Cotton spoke about using the Rotary International website and making use of the information on the page for his Membership Minute.
Read moreBy Charles Mix County Veterans Service Officer Jerry Seiner
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Alcoholism, and addiction overall, isn’t a character flaw, or a weakness of self-control. It’s a disease. And, if you are like most of us, you’ve probably been affected by it. Maybe you struggle with alcohol consumption yourself or have a friend or family member who does. I rarely talk with anyone who doesn’t have a personal story about how addiction has affected their life.
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Kindergarten students and staff gave a big Shout Out to Elementary Principal Mike Duffek for taking the time to show the students how to play London Bridges at recess. Duffek, who is in his first year as elementary principal at WCS, formerly served as principal at Bon Homme the past 29 years. His past teaching experience includes years at Springfield, Tabor, Tyndall, and Freeman, before going into Administration in 1999. Mr. D, as he is known to students and staff, is enjoying being a part of the Wagner Community School and is seen often not only at recess, but in the halls, lunchroom, classroom, and at school activities. He looks forward to getting to know students at WCS, as well as parents and community members. Elementary students are recognized weekly by Mr D with Shout Out announcements for positive deeds and encouraging others to follow their actions. (Submitted photo)
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Back row, L to R; Pat Krcil, Dale Ramsdell, Dave Carda, Arlo Miller, Jim McGuire, Rod Cozack and Larry Koldee. Middle Row Standing, L to R; Peggy Schroeder, Jim Bastemeyer, Jim Meyer, Tom Kuhlman, Don Slaba, Vicki Holec, John Haar, Darlene Wiechmann, Diane Hron, Barb Mach and Bob Doty. Seated, L to R; Mary Jo Conrad, Shelia Fousek, Linda Beuchler, Marlaine Goldhammer and Teresa Wiechmann.
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