10 Years Ago - 2014

Statewide texting while driving ban when into effect on July 1st.

Governor Dennis Daugaard visited the Wagner Boys & Girls Club.

Ben and Kelly Schroeder announced the birth of their daughter Eden Jo Schroeder.

Scott and Kristi Donelan announced the birth of their son, William Raymond Donelan.

An open house was held in honor of Howard and Arlene Bich’s 50th Wedding Anniversary.

The American Legion Auxiliary Greer Post #11 presented Dakota Senior Meals of Wagner with a donation of $200.

Girl’s State delegates, Brooklyn Tolliver, Hannah Fleming, Karlee Schroeder, and Jamie Anderson were presented with their pins by Wagner American Legion Auxiliary President, Kathy Geiman.

The Huck Finn Day Fishing Tournament was held. Grand prize winners of bikes were King Horse Looking, Joanna Soukup, Camry Link and Shane Hubley.

Catholic Daughters installed new officers and members.

Doug Koupal participated in the National Red Power Roundup show parade in Huron with his 1568 International tractor.

20 Years Ago – 2004

A yellow metal ribbon for the 153rd Engineer Battalion was placed at Wagner Lake.

Jeff and Misty Tolsma announced the birth of their daughter.

A card shower was held in honor of Rose Kocer’s 95th birthday.

An open house was held in honor of Norb Kranz’s 80th birthday.

Bruce Anderson of Anderson Law Office presented Roger Wiltz, representing the Wagner Lake Committee, with a $700 donation to go towards the Wagner Lake Project.

30 Years Ago – 1994

Leo and Hattie Flynn celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary.

Open house and ribbon cutting ceremonies were held at Westside Estates.

Kathy Owens and James Wipf announced their engagement.

Hail the size of baseballs was reported in the Marty/Greenwood area.

45 Years Ago – 1979

A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Michael Hall of Huron.

A new Chevy Caprice Wagon, 350 V-8 could be purchased for $7,979.

Bob Andersh, Sam Greger, Ron Williams, Jerry Kalkus, Ed Staudenmeier and Jerry Chernotik were instrumental in shaping up the new baseball park south of Wagner Community School.

60 Years Ago – 1964

National Guard enlistees who left for six months active duty at Ft. Leonard Wood, MO were Jack Smith, Francis Lhotak, Nobel Troxell, Victor Schoepf and Jerry Johnson. The 137th Engr. Bn. had 95 enlisted men, three warrant officers and 11 commissioned officers.

Joe Papik, police chief, received a salary of $300 a month.

A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Soulek, a son to Mr. and Mrs. Terry Carda and a son to Mr. and Mrs. Donald Fredrich.

70 Years Ago – 1954

The Reverend A.W. Kraft who spent many years in the ministry passed away. He was father of Mrs. Leo Gunhammer.

Lois Eitemiller was named the winner of the 4-H essay contest.

James T. Shields, Randall Reservoir fisheries biologist, estimated 7500 fishermen fished at the reservoir during May.

92 Years Ago – 1932

The results of the city school board election gave F.J. Farley, local attorney, the victory by 137 votes over his opponent, Dr. W.H. Hirsh.

Steve Hakl accompanied by Frank Kotab left for Chicago.

The Evers Motor company sold a new model car to Matt McCarthy.

A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. William Strid. Mrs. Strid is the former Adelle Reelfa.

Miss Adeline Wagner and Paul Simmons exchanged vows. Mr. Simmons is the superintendent at Ravinia School.

Miss Grace Schuster left for New York where she will spend the summer attending Columbia University and the American School of Dramatics.