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Native American Heritage Month is celebrated every November to honor the history, culture, and contributions of American Indian and Alaska Native peoples. Officially designated by President George H.W. Bush in 1990, the month is a time to celebrate diverse traditions, acknowledge achievements, and educate the public about the challenges and injustices faced by Native Americans.
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The Andes Central School District School Board earned the highest honor for their board work during the 202425 school year.
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Nyla Zastrow, age 85, passed away on October 27th, 2025 surrounded by her family, at her home in Columbia. Funeral Services were held Monday, November 3 at Columbia UCC with pastors Jon Damaska and Eldon Reich officiating. Burial followed at Lakeview Cemetery, Columbia. Spitzer-Miller Funeral home of Aberdeen was in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the MakeA-Wish Foundation.
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Glenn W. Carlson, 78, of Lake Andes, formerly of Chicago, passed away peacefully after valiantly fighting battles with cancer on Friday, October 10, surrounded by his family. He was born in Chicago to the late Ruth (Nee Hellgren) and John W. Carlson.
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