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1. Be sure all farm equipment has a fire extinguisher and it is full and operational. 2. Carry an extra 2-3 gallon pump up sprayer with water. 3. Carry an extra water in a 5 gallon bucket with lid. 4. Carry a heavy blanket to help extinguish a small fire. 5. Watch the wind direction.

Menopause is one of those things that, let’s face it, will ultimately affect everyone with previously functional ovaries. Unfortunately we don’t talk about it enough, which makes it a topic riddled with misinformation. So… what is menopause?

Lila Vanderlei, a dominant middle hitter, was our featured senior for the volleyball team. We asked her how she feels about this being her last homecoming and she replied, “I'm a little disappointed, but I'm also excited.

To kick off this year's homecoming, AHS started the week with coronation. After the coronation was also the “burning of the A.” “The burning of the A” has been a tradition that started in the 90s at AHS.

Vern and Carol Tolsma have owned Mensch Retail Greenhouse for the past 30 years, and then added the flower shop which has been open for the past 20 years. They have become a staple for not only Avon, but surrounding communities when it comes to their flowers, plants, and produce.

Hunter Loeffler The son of Chad and Tootie Loeffler, Hunter has been involved in football, track, baseball, basketball, FFA, National Honor Society, and served as Class President during his high school years.

Andes Central held their 2024 Homecoming Coronation Monday evening, September 23rd where AJ Johnson was crowned King and Mahpiya Irving was crowned Queen. Crown Bearers for the evening were Ian Long Jr., and Evyn Frederick. Junior Marshals were Isaiah Milk and Rory Kiyukan.

P ROVERBS 13:13 'Who that despiseth the word shall be destroyed: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded.

On a beautiful, cool, breezy morning well over a hundred people gathered at the Sumac Loop TTrailhead in Pickstown to celebrate and honor Lisa M. Durham at the dedication of her memorial trail...

Avon Punt, Pass and Kick Competition was held Friday, September 13th after the Homecoming Parade. Special thanks to Autumn Schultz for the photos from the event.