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The September 10th meeting of the Wagner Rotary Club was held at the club headquarters in the Barkl Building despite a power outage that had affected the northwestern part of the City of Wagner. Power was restored and our food was prepared by Boom’s and delivered in a timely fashion.
Read moreRecently, the Andes Central School District (ACSD) in Lake Andes, South Dakota, has been attacked, maligned, and falsely accused of egregious conduct on social media and in the news. These accusations, attacks and allegations are patently false and provide only one, unsubstantiated side of an extensive story. The Dakota News Now segment recently published on an EEOC complaint of racial and sexual discrimination is wholly inaccurate and provided false and misleading information. While most of the evidence in the EEOC matter is confidential and the rules of ethics prevent me from commenting on the details of pending litigation, I can certainly say that ACSD disputes the EEOC allegations and will vehemently defend against the unfounded accusations therein. The claim, however, will not be litigated in the biased and prejudicial public forum as the complainant and Dakota News Now desire.
Read morePIERRE, S.D. – Attorney General Marty Jackley and three South Dakota law enforcement associations issued statements of support for the new prison plan. The South Dakota State’s Attorneys Association, the South Dakota Sheriffs’ Association, and the South Dakota Police Chiefs’ Association agreed on the significant need for a new prison, encouraging legislators to move forward with the proposed plan.
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Avon Fire Department had a family flair at Wagner’s annual Labor Day Firemen’s Waterfight on Monday afternoon. Father-and-son team Mike Petrik, along with his sons Matthew and Brady, joined forces to represent Avon in the competition. With strong teamwork and plenty of hometown pride, the Petrik crew battled their way and came out on top, earning the championship in front of a supportive crowd. Courtesy Photos
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City library news. 9-10-25 In August 2025, eighteen public libraries across South Dakota were awarded accreditation, recognizing their commitment to providing high-quality services to their communities. These libraries have met important benchmarks and are accredited at one of three levels: Essential, Enhanced, or Exemplary.
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