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PIERRE, S.D. – Elderly and disabled South Dakotans have until April 1, 2026, to apply for property tax relief under South Dakota’s Assessment Freeze for the Elderly and Disabled Program.Under the program, a qualifying homeowner’s property assessment is prevented from increasing for tax purposes.

The March 18th meeting of the Wagner Rotary Club changed its meeting location to the Two Spurs Restaurant for a special occasion. President Jamie Soukup welcomed Wagner Community School students and their parents to the meeting. Once a year the Rotary Club entertains the students who have a 4.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Two police officers involved in a shootout with a suspect in Sioux Falls in 2024 want their names to be protected from the view of the public, and they're asking the state Supreme Court for help.

Members of Court St. Rose of Lima #700 of the Wagner/ Dante Parishes, will host their annual soup luncheon on Sunday, March 29th beginning at 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at St. John's Catholic Church in Wagner.

The Bon Homme Community Choir is preparing for this year's Easter Cantata. 'Savior, Jesus Messiah' is the title for this year's Easter Cantata. The choir is again directed by Autumn Schultz, the Avon High School music teacher.

Cardiovascular disease remains the most common cause of death in the US as well as a very common cause of chronic illness and disability. Heart attacks, heart failure, and strokes result in about 2500 deaths per day in the US, according to the American Heart Association.

GEDDES, SD — Local artist and business owner Amanda Vasek has been awarded a Creative Aging grant to offer an 8-week Hands-On Art Studio: Drawing & Painting series for adults age 55 and older.

District 21 Republican Candidate Forums are planned in the area. These are in preparation for the Primary election on June 2.

Andes Central students took part in the annual Prairie Readers competition held in Armour on March 18. Preparation for the event began back in October, and after several months of dedication and extra practice, the students were ready to showcase their hard work.

As the earth shifts from one season to another, we often feel subtle (and sometimes not‑so‑subtle) shifts within ourselves as well. The changing light, temperature, and rhythms of nature invite us into a natural cycle of slowing down, waking up, gathering, or letting go.