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Fourteen Wagner HS Choir Students competed at Vocal Solo/Ensemble Contest in Kimball on Wednesday, February 4th. We had 9 events which featured 5 Solos, 2 Duets, 1 Quartet, and 1 Small Ensemble singing to receive a rating.

The Bon Homme/Avon wrestlers competed at the State Dual Tournament Saturday in Pierre, where they wrestled hard throughout the day and earned runner-up honors following a tough championship match against Canton. The final score in the title dual was 37-26 in favor of Canton.

During the week of Feb. 16–20, communities across the state are celebrating South Dakota School Board Recognition Week, a time set aside to honor the dedicated individuals who serve on local school boards.

Saturday, February 14th Varsity Beam: Aubry Williams, Addison Cuka and Emma McNinch all competed beam individual day. Amelia Rathgeber also competed this event as an exhibition gymnast. Emma McNinch scored a 7.7667 and Aubry Williams scored an 8.0833. Varsity Floor: Aubry Williams scored an 8.

When Coach Brad Poppe earned his 500th career victory as head coach of the Avon Lady Pirates, his first thoughts weren’t about numbers, they were about people. “It makes me realize how fortunate I have been to have coached so many amazing young ladies that enjoyed playing the game,” Poppe said.

Local students put their spelling skills to the test recently during the annual school spelling bee, with participants competing by grade level for top honors. In first grade, Teagan earned first place, followed by Cheyenne in second and Dominic in third.

President’s Day will be celebrated on Monday, February 16th. The library has several books (biographies) of many of the U.S Presidents. If there is a President that interests you and we do not have a book on them we may be able to borrow that book from other libraries in the state.

What a special moment for Wagner and for one of its own as Wagner’s Ashlyn Koupal was recently selected to play in the McDonald’s All American Game, becoming the first South Dakota girl in history to earn the honor.

My name is Elijah Lee, and my wife Michelle and I have been married for 13 years. We are blessed with four daughters: Marina, Jessie, Jasmine, and Naomi, who are truly the joy of our lives. Family has always been at the heart of who we are and what we do.

Second grade students from Andes Central Elementary spent the month of January strengthening ties between their school and the local community through visits to Lake Andes Nursing Home. On January 14, Mrs. Deurmier and Mrs.