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Few decisions in life are more impactful than the choice to undergo cataract surgery—and how to have it done. Because cataract surgery is so common, many patients don’t realize it involves important decisions that can affect their vision for the rest of their lives. Modern technology has introduced new options for how the surgery is performed and what type of lens implant is used. These choices matter.
Read moreThe Bon Homme-Charles Mix County 4-H Horse Show washeldWednesday,June25th at the 7-N Arena in Springfield SD. Judge for the show was Megan Knievel, Ewing, NE.
Read moreWe would like to thank everyone for a successful planting this spring. We planted 50 acres of grass, 15 acres of trees, and laid 20,720 feet of fabric. Thank you to our field workers Arlyn Ploen and Bob Rada and our fabric crew Nick Souhrada, Isaiah Crownover,CadenZomer,Cale Cooper, Alex Adler, and Eagan Hudson for making this year great!
Read moreOrthopedic medicine is truly a team sport; we have the opportunity to collaborate with nonsurgical professionals, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, athletic trainers, among others, to deliver comprehensive musculoskeletal care. While there are proven surgical options to help our patients where indicated, in many cases, patients are able to achieve pain relief and improved function with nonsurgical treatment options. Much of orthopedic surgical training is appropriately dedicated to the planning and execution of surgery, but it is also important to understand and recognize patients who present with conditions readily addressed without surgery and the accompanying risks of invasive procedures. It is also important to advocate the idea of prevention.
Read moreAmerican Legion Greer Post #11 held its monthly meeting on June 19th, 2025 with 26 Legion members and 3 SAL members in attendance. Paul Weidenbach and Pam Hartman, two Legion Riders from the Scotland area, were also in attendance for the meal. Also in attendance were Marcella Strand and Brenda Jaton. Marcella is the retiring Modern Woodman local director who has assisted the Post in procuring tables and chairs through matching donations. Brenda will be assuming all of Marcella’s roles for Modern Woodman. A round of applause was given to Marcella. Auxiliary President Alyssa Mathis also presented Blue Star banners to Burgess and Jenny Zephier and Pat and Becky Breen who were present as they have children in the active military. They were given a round of applause. A round of applause was also given to tonight’s cooks. Chaplain Don Kotab then gave the invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all followed by the Preamble to the Constitution of the American Legion. Vice CommanderJohnCrismanthen called the meeting to order.
Read moreThe Wagner American Legion and Wagner American Legion Auxiliary recently sent delegates to their respective 2025 State Conventions. The annual four-day event was held in Huron on June 19 – 22. The state conventions for both organizations along with the Sons of the American Legion are held in the same hotel/convention center as many members belong to both the American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary.
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