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Wagner Community School students recently submitted entries in the American Legion Auxiliary Wagner Greer Unit #11 poppy coloring pages and poster contest. Coloring pages were judged on how well the students followed directions, neatness and overall eye appeal.
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Ciara Nelson, daughter of Mark and Laura Nelson graduated May 18 from the University of Nebraska- Lincoln. She is a 2021 high school graduate of Wagner Community School. Her Bachelor’s of Arts at Nebraska was in Political Science and Environmental and Sustainability Studies with an emphasis in Policy, Advocacy, and Social Justice. She graduated with high distinction and was recognized by the College of Arts and Sciences for her work as a student ambassador. She also completed a senior thesis titled “Framing Wildlife Conservation: Exploring Political Bias in States’ Wildlife Action Plans. Ciara will be continuing her education at the University of Nebraska- Lincoln pursuing a masters in Community and Regional Planning in the College of Architecture.
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The Wagner Cemetery Association would like to thank all of those who have given of their time and those who have given generous donations to the cemetery this spring. Most recently we would like to thank the individuals who have donated their time to helping get the cemetery cleaned up in preparation for Memorial Day. On Wednesday, May 8th a small crew of volunteer ladies swept through the cemetery to complete the spring cleanup of debris, faded flowers, and broken mementos. Also, at a different time, some volunteers did get a tree stump and branches removed and filled some low spots with dirt. With our welcome spring rains, the mowing crew has already been at work to keep the grounds looking nice. Spring application of weed control chemical has already been applied as well. The Wagner Cemetery Association relies on the generosity of our community to be able to keep being able to provide the perpetual care and maintenance at the cemetery. The cost of plots being sold and/or grave opening fees for prior purchased plots alone is not enough to cover each years expenses. We thank each and every one who has a little time to help keep the cemetery a beautiful resting place for our loved ones.
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Pictured L to R: Kay Brenner – 34 years, Vicki Thaler - 42 years, Jay Schmitz – 11 years, Brandi Ronfeldt – 12 years, Kaleb Hartley – 3 years, Tammy LaRoche – 21 years, Sara Wright – 15 years, Theresa Bennett – 21 years, Craig Noteboom - 22 years. Not pictured: Nicki Gray – 29 years, Veronica Thomas
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Back row: Trisha Deurmier (nursing for 8 years), Kayla Krcil (5 years), Caitlyn Clements (10 years), Ilene Jansen (24 years), Michelle Kopecky O’Daniel (13 years) Front –Kristi Koupal (14 years), Courtney Lau (10 years), TJ Collins (18 years), Andrea Archambeau (9 years), Jordan Ziebart (1 year), Meghan Svatos (23 years).
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National Nurses Week is celebrated annually from May 6th through May 12th. The Wagner Community School is lucky to have Stephenie Cuka as their school nurse. Stephenie has been a nurse for the past 31 years, 24 of those years being as a school nurse. For Stephenie what made her want to be a school nurse is that she has always wanted to work with children but did not feel that being a teacher was her calling. When she went into nursing, she knew that she wanted pediatrics, so when a school nurse position finally opened, she was thrilled to get the best of both worlds.
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The Charles-Mix County Sheriff ’s Department is located in the county seed of Lake Andes and was first established in 1658. The sheriff’s department first began with the appointment of Sheriff Nicholas Gwyther. At the Gwyther was serving as a dual sheriff for both Charles County and Saint Mary County. Sheriff Gwyther was the sole employee of both counties’ sheriff’s offices. Gwyther’s job duties in 1658 included collecting taxes, serving warrants, apprehending criminals and occasionally investigating witchcraft. The Charles-Mix County Sheriff’s Department has come a very long way from its humble beginnings. The Charles-Mix County Sheriff’s Department is currently lead by Sheriff Randy Thaler who has seven deputies. Now sheriffs and their deputies are responsible for patrolling assigned areas, responding to emergency calls, conducting investigations, gathering evidence, and enforcing laws and regulations.
Read moreThe Yankton Sioux Tribal Police Department work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to protect and serve the citizens of the Yankton Sioux Tribal Reservation. These law enforcement officers put in a lot of dedication and hard work in order to keep the residents of the reservation safe. The department currently has five members including Chief of Police, Edwin Young Sr., Charles Smith, John Sully, Jr., Hayden Medicine Horn and Sagon Ulrich. As it is National Police Officer week starting May 15th through the 21st, it is a time to recognize, honor and support the local law enforcement agencies that put their lives on the line every time they put on their uniform and leave their homes to serve the community.
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