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On Halloween Weekend, the Wagner All-State Quartets were preparing with 950+ All-Staters from across the state to perform at the 73rd Annual All-State Chorus and Orchestra Concert. Months of practices and rehearsals all lead to an amazing Concert Performance at the Denny Sanford Premier Center in Sioux Falls on Saturday, November 1st. The Choir was conducted by Dr. Jeffrey Redding who brought a ton of energy that got the Choir moving and grooving. The songs for performed with the Orchestra were “The Star-Spangled Banner”, “The Battle Hymn of the Republic” arranged by Peter Wilhousky and the closing number “Until I Reach My Home” arranged by Brandon A. Boyd. The songs performed a capella and/or with piano accompanist Carson Covey from Lennox were “It Takes a Village” by Joan Szymko, “Plaudite, Psallite” by Kestutis Daugirdas, “Measure Me, Sky!” by Elaine Hagenberg, “Fever Dreams” by Erich Eastman and “Let Me Listen” by Dan Forrest.
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On October 28-31st, the Andes Central FFA members embarked on a bus ride to Indianapolis, Indiana for the 98th National FFA Convention and Expo. On day 1 they met new people on the bus, stopped at an elk farm on the way, and checked into their hotel. On day 2 they attended a session at Lucas Oil Stadium and visited the booths at the expo center. On day 3 they visited a shrimp farm, went to top golf, and then went to a haunted house. On day 4 they began their day by visiting the expo center, then began their drive back, and visited the Worlds Largest Truck Stop. The FFA appreciates their sponsors because the Andes Central FFA chapter could not have had this amazing opportunity without their support.
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Each year National Education Week is observed by the Wagner American Legion Auxiliary by donating cookies to the Wagner Community School employees.
Read moreOn November 3, the Wagner Oral Interpretation team had their home performance in the school theater. This is the only showcase of the Oral Interp season and is open to the public. Like a play, there is no flash photography or recording during the performances. During competitions, students perform at the same time. Therefore, this showcase is the first time that many students can watch their peers’ performance. As a coach, it has been fun to watch each participants growth throughout the season. This event has always been a favorite and provides even more excitement prior to Regions because the students can finally watch each other perform, support and celebrate each other.
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TheAvonPiratessawtheirremarkableseasoncometoanend at the DakotaDome last Thursday, falling 6–54 to the St. Mary Cardinals in the State Football Championship. Early miscues put Avon in a difficult position, as a string of first-quarter fumbles set up quick scoring opportunities for St. Mary and a fast 0–30 deficit.
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On November 1st, the four All-Staters: Lance Odens (bass), Lexi Vanderlei (soprano), Breanna Hento(alto),andSeanSchryvers(tenor),traveled to Sioux Falls, to sing 8 songs. The song selections they sang were: “Star-Spangled Banner” – Francis Scott Key/John Stafford/arr. Dale Grotenhuis, “Battle Hymn of the Republic” – arr. Peter Wilhousky, “Until I Reach My Home” – arr. Brandon A. Boyd, “It Takes A Village” – Joan Szymko, “Plaudite, Psallite” – Kestutis Daugirdas, “Measure Me, Sky!” – Elaine Hagenberg, “Fever Dreams” – Erich Eastman,“let me listen” – Dan Forrest.
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When I look back on the 2025 season of the Lake Andes Farmers Market, I will be grateful for the vendors who became a part of our Farmers Market family. We are not mighty, but we are committed to maintaining a market in Lake Andes. The market offers a time for socializing, learning about new techniques for gardening or food preservation or sharing a recipe for one of the vegetables or fruits we have for sale. It is also fun to see people of all ages visiting the market.
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