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JOHNSTON, IOWA (December 15, 2025) – Kick off the new year by observing National Blood DonorMonthandsavinglives!Everytwoseconds,someoneintheU.S.requiresabloodtransfusion. Those life-saving procedures would not be possible without our blood donors. Currently, only around 3% of eligible Americans donate blood each year. If just 1% more Americans donated blood, shortages would disappear. This National Blood Donor Month, we want to thank all of our generous donors. We also encourage anyone eligible to roll up their sleeves and help ensure our local hospitals start 2026 with fully stocked shelves and make a blood donation.
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On Sunday, December 21, the Avon Fire Department conducted a controlled burn at the former North View Motel, owned by Kevin Eben and Don Kocmich. The department was assisted by the Dante and Wagner Fire Departments during the operation. The burn provided valuable hands-on training, allowing firefighters to experience real-life fire behavior while focusing on coordination and safety procedures.
Read moreMURDO, S.D. – When a group of two dozen economic development leaders gathered in this central South Dakota city in November, they were asked to list the top challenges to growth and prosperity in their communities.
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BRYAN SLABA RETIRES AFTER NEARLY TWO DECADES OF LEADERSHIP AT WAGNER COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
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Wagner Community School students, Kindergarten through 12th grade, showcased their musical talents last Friday night, December 19, as they presented their Christmas concert in the school gymnasium. The concert featured music selections from each grade, as well as 5th-12th grade bands. The concert was under the direction of music instructors Austin Genzlinger and Michael Wilbur.
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