Lifestyle

115 Years Ago - August 1907 Robert Luke left Monday for Madison where he will attend school. J.J.HornstrahassoldhisStar Livery business to Kelley and Justus. Hornstra still owns the building. Mr. A.J. Cobie and Mrs. Reka Bangert were married at her farm September 11th.

Someone asked me recently, “Whydosomeruralcommunities “thrive,” and some don’t?” I have pondered that question manytimesandhaveproduced many answers. But after much deliberation, I will reduce it to one word…resilience.

1. Know your tractor. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using the equipment and always keep your equipment in good condition. 2. Use ROPS and seat belt whenever and wherever applicable.

September is National Library Card Month. The library is hoping for a successful drive to double the amount of library cards that the library has now which is 318 card holders.

Lake Andes since 1988 PSALM 46:1 'God is our refuge and strength. a very present help in trouble'(KJV) Have you ever thought about why God allowed you to have fingernails on your fingers? It probably has never entered your mind.

President Rachel Woods rang the Rotary Bell on Wednesday, September 14th for our Noon Meeting. She introduced one guest, Amy Yost, wife of Superintendent Max Yost who was her program.

Photos by Jenna Petrik.

115 Years Ago - August 1907 F.W. McLane's little son went out into the pasture to catch a mare and was kicked in the face by the young colt. Two teeth were knocked out and Dr. Greenfield dressed the wound. Dr. Hollingsworth's new residence is almost completed.