The 1st 3 weeks of summer programming is in the books. We had an ice cream sundae party on Wednesday the 25th to celebrate those who have completed at least ½ of the total pages required to receive the incentive trip at the end of July. As a parent/ guardian of the children in the program, you can help by reminding children to read or be read to.
Read moreLots of memories were shared at the Ravinia All School Reunion this past Saturday night, June 28, at the Ravinia Fire Hall. And what better way to start off those memories than to walk through the door and hear the taped music of everybody's favorite Bures Bohemian Band. Jan (Schmidt) Schiferl started the program welcoming everyone in attendance with Richard Dvorak adding a welcome message and dinner prayer. Following the meal, Dave Honomichl gave the Foundation Report and 'Words of Wisdom' were given by Ernie Ray Bures. Jean Barkley relayed greetings from Tom Brokaw who had attended Ravinia and Pickstown Schools and shared stories of his early years living in the area. Jean and Jan got the crowd involved in a musical game 'Name that Tune' asking everyone to sing the title of the song and guess the year it was recorded. The evening ended with former cheerleaders leading the crowd in the school song, 'On Ravinia.' Plans are to hold next year's All School Reunion on June 27, 2026. Committee members were Carl and Loretta Soulek, Jan Schiferl, Wanda Anderson and Jean Barkley. A shout out to Chad Soulek for preparing the meal, the Ravinia Fire Department for the use of the building and their assistance. The last graduating class from Ravinia was 1967.
Read moreThe Charles Mix County 4-H Junior Leaders Club Treasurer for the 2025-2026 season is Catie Payer. Catie is the daughter of Clay and Traci Payer and resides in Wagner. Catie has been a part of 4-H for two years and she is 10 years old.
Read moreCharles Mix County 4-H Horse Show was held Wednesday, June 25th at the 7-N Arena in Springfield. The judge for the show was Megan Knievel from Ewing, NE. Charles Mix County had 5 participants.
Read moreFarmers Union hosted a day camp in Geddes, on June 24th. Youth spent the afternoon focused on learning more about the history of Cooperatives through games and interactive lessons. Time was spent playing games, making crafts, and learning about renewable and nonrenewable resources. Campers were able follow along and distinguish the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources. Campers were all given a canvas with either a windmill, a wave, the sun, and a plant on it that they were able to decorate using glue and yarn as this year’s craft. All campers received a T-shirt. Special thanks to CHS and Farmers Union for supplying T-shirts and funding. Thank you to all the campers who came out to join us! For more information on youth activities visit: http://www.sdfu.org/education/ youth-programs-/youth-camps.
Read moreThe Charles Mix County 4-H Junior Leaders Club President for the 2025-2026 season is Emma Kreeger. Emma is the daughter of Chad and Cathy Kreeger and resides in Wagner. Emma has been a part of 4-H for nine years, joining when she was eight years old.
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