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Gov. Larry Rhoden handily defeated Toby Doeden Tuesday in a runoff election to decide the Republican Party's candidate for governor. The governor maintained a lead of roughly 71% to 29% over the Aberdeen businessman as results came in and that was the final outcome.

The human race has never been more connected to one another. We can reach family, friends and strangers across the world in mere seconds. Despite this alleged connectedness, loneliness is everywhere. The U.S.

As students and staff get ready to return for another school year, the school has been busy completing several improvement projects over the summer. One of the biggest additions is a new playground, which will provide students with an updated space to play and enjoy outdoor recess.

A familiar part of Avon's skyline is now gone after the old Farmers Elevator along Main Street was torn down last week.

Bon Homme County 4-H members gathered at the 4-H Grounds in Tyndall from July 27 through August 1 for the annual Bon Homme County 4-H Achievement Days.Throughout the week, 4-H members showcased projects theyhadworkedonthroughout the year, including exhibits, livestock,andavarietyofother entries.

There will be a 5-12 student/parent Band/Instrumental music meeting on August 6 immediately following the mandatory sport meeting (approximately 7:50 p.m., in the band room. All students in grades 5-12 signed up for band please attend.

You don't have to wear a cape to save a life - you just have to show up. At the most recent Avon Community Blood Drive, the community did exactly that, delivering real results: 21 units of blood collected from 19 donors - enough to help up to 63 local patients.

(Pierre) – South Dakota’s Runoff Election was held Tuesday, July 28. Unofficial results show statewide voter turnout was 35.92%, with 118,123 ballots cast. Official results will be available at the conclusion of the State Canvass on Tuesday, August 4th, 2026 in Pierre. Secretary of State Monae L.

Fifty-eight descendants of Johann and Hilje Brandt attended the every-two-year event held at Zion Lutheran fellowship hall with a catered meal by Buchholz Catering.Family pictures were taken and a business meeting followed. Our going officers are: DianeBoheman,Pres.;Dwayne Brandt, VP; Rev.

10 Years Ago - 2016Services were held for Doris Eckert, 84, of Avon on August 4 at Crosby Jaeger Funeral Home.ChloeVanGerpenwasthe recipient of one of 45 total Golden West $1,000 Scholarships for 2016.Plans are underway for the Avon Chamber of Commerce Old Fashioned Saturday Night August 6.