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Let’s call her Sarah, although that wasn’t her name. I’d had the privilege of delivering her, and the fun of watching her grow into a precocious toddler, with an impish smile and a joyous laugh. Then I had the responsibility of explaining her autopsy report to her devastated parents.
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The fifth graders at Andes Central have been hard at work learning new skills and showing great progress this fall. In math, students explored several ways to solve two-digit by two-digit and two-digit by larger-digit multiplication problems. Each student tried different strategies and chose the one that worked best for them. Their hard work has paid off with impressive improvement all around!
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The Wednesday Rotary meeting on October 8th marked the beginning of the WCS Senior students attending for their annual visit. This has been a long tradition of inviting Seniors to attend a regular Rotary meeting where they introduce themselves to the membership. There were four Senior girls beginning with Kalea Kuhlman whose parents are Rhonda and Jeff Kuhlman. Kalia plans to attend Mitchell Technical Institute in Mitchell, South Dakota for nursing. Ashlyn Koupal’s parents are Mike and Tera Koupal, and she will be attending college in Nebraska for business and will also be playing basketball. Kamea Houseman, parent Darius Hoonmichl will be attending Black hills State for Dental Hygiene. Brylie Link’s parents are Linsay and Todd Link. Brylie plans to attend Dental Hygiene at the University of South Dakota. Note of interest: All four girls stated that their favorite subject in school was taught by Mrs. Keely Brunsing.
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From fairgrounds to classrooms, community gardens to STEM activities, 4-H youth in Charles Mix County are proving they are not just ready for the future – they’re Beyond Ready. During National 4-H Week, celebrated Oct. 5-11, 2025, local clubs will share how 4-H equips young people with skills, confidence, and resilience to lead in a world full of opportunity and change.
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