Lifestyle

Happy New Year! South Dakota State Library has fun new activities that will launch on January 1 to continue the Americas250th SD Reading Adventure. Local librarians across the state have been asked to share with our patrons. 1.

Demand for locally grown and organic foods continues to rise in the U.S., but small farms in South Dakota face challenges in meeting the need and turning a profit.

Students of the Month Suttyn Bergin She is always friendly and kind. She is always ready to help when asked to. She gets her work done on time and tries her hardest on tests. She helps her friends if they ask and is a caring person.

Lydia Yost left for basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, on August 12, 2025, and returned home this fall with accomplishments far beyond what most could imagine. Lydia completed basic training on October 24, 2025, graduating with honors from Foxtrot 701st Company.

The Wagner American Legion Auxiliary focused on giving rather than exchanging gifts this holiday season. At their December meeting, members collected personal hygiene items for the local ROCS pantry, continuing their tradition of supporting local families in need.

From the Files of the Wagner Post 10 YEARS AGO SDSU announced the dean's list for fall 2015.

Library hours for New Year’s Holiday: Closing at 3:00 on December 31st. Closed January 1st. Open normal hours on January 2nd. Wishes for a Happy and Healthy New Year! The library received a gift of children’s size scarves and gloves from a benefactor on the East coast.

MADISON, December 22 – Dakota State University student Becky Petrik is student teaching first grade for the spring semester in Wagner Elementary School. Petrik is an elementary education major from Wagner. To be accepted into the teacher education program, students must maintain a 2.

A new business is uncorking something special in Wagner. Yes, Let’s Wine Co., founded by Alison Woods and Chloe Kocer, is bringing popup wine tastings and curated pairing events to the community with a focus on connection, approachability, and local collaboration.

30 YEARS AGO Several area students received degrees at the University of South Dakota's 20th winter commencement exercises held Saturday, December 16 in Slagle Auditorium, Vermillion. Students from Wagner were Angela C.