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Back row from left to right; Matthew Petrik, Mike Petrik, Al Kocmich, Brady Petrik, Dustin Brandt and David Lane. Front row from left to right; Nick Jager, Jarod Myer, Robin Myer, Brian Janssen, Kevin Tjeerdsma and Casey Sassaman. Several volunteer firefighters from Avon spent the weekend at South Dakota State Fire School in Fort Pierre. Thursday night they took part in Water Fights. Friday they attended several classes to sharpen their knowledge. Friday evening they competed in Evolutions while their loved ones cheered them on. Saturday, they attended more classes and enjoyed time with their wives and families. Photo by Jenna Hemenway. More photos on page 7.
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If you have read either of my books, A Dakota Rod and Nimrod or The Dakota Nimrod Grows Older, both available through Amazon or Barnes & Noble, you know that I believe that anyone who likes to hunt should experience a western elk hunt. There’s one big problem – affordability. Other than waiting years to draw a bull elk tag in a choice area and then paying a hefty license fee ($692 Wyoming), along with approximately $10,000 for a quality guided hunt, the hunt is too expensive for many hunters.
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James and Joyce Kurtz are celebrating 60 years. They were married in Avon on June 23, 1961. Their children are Kim Tabor(Ken) Kalamazoo, MI. Michael(Elizabeth) Orlando, FL and David Kurtz, Rapid City. They have three grandsons. Cards may be sent to: 2130 Prairie Ave, Rapid City, SD 57701
Read moreI am planning to go to Kentucky for a couple weeks in July. I am doing a volunteer mission trip with the Christian Appalachian Project (CAP). People from many denominations will be volunteering there. They do a variety of programs including home repair, early childhood education, hunger relief, and elderly services. I will be working in the kitchen, cooking three meals a day, and delivering bag lunches at noon to the construction crews. I will also be visiting older people in their homes, encouraging them, and also telling them of my faith in Christ. This area is one of the poorest in the United States. I have invited members of my church to donate SCHOOL SUPPLIES and/or SHOES for me to hand out there. I would also like to ask you to consider helping in that way also. Just give me a call and I can meet you in Avon (286-3404). A couple high school girls are getting some forms filled out to go out there with me. I feel this will be a wonderful experience for us and will open our eyes to help us realize how blessed we are.
Read moreJarvis and Marilyn Winckler hosted a Flag Day Party and Pot-Luck on Sunday noon in their garage. Guests enjoying the delicious food and fun and relaxing get-together were Dave and Sandy Brandt, Mike and Lisa Einrem, Larry and Sharon Kozel, Larry and Muriel Namminga, Kenny and Florence Powers, Michele Muller, Johnny and Jennifer Swatek and Betty Lou Harmacek.
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A Couple’s Tournament took place on Sunday, June 13 at the Bon Homme Golf Course, which is located 7 1/2 miles east of Avon. There were around 45 couples that participated in the event and the format included 9 holes of Chapman and 9 holes of Alternate Shot. Rodger and Sandy Brandt of Avon were the Championship Flight winners. Courtesy Photo
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Monday, June 7th was the kick off to the Avon Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. Forty-five children showed up for the event. Faith Vanden Hoek was the guest reader, reading Pout Pout Fish by Deborah Diesen. The participants enjoyed a snack of an underwater scene they got to design on a graham cracker with frosting, goldfish, and candy fish sprinkles. Next, the kids started working on their Young Author’s workshop projects. These are cumulative projects that can be worked on in the library all summer. When finished, the pages will be sent to be published. Each child will receive their own hardcover creation. Five names were drawn for door prizes. Thank you to the following businesses and individuals who have donated prizes to our program: Beck Seeds (Scott and Julie Van Gerpen, Powers Furniture, Ron’s Market, Beth Namminga, and Kristi Hilzendegar.) Our next Summer Reading Program session will be June 21st at 12:30pm.
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