Lifestyle

Lydia Yost left for basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, on August 12, 2025, and returned home this fall with accomplishments far beyond what most could imagine. Lydia completed basic training on October 24, 2025, graduating with honors from Foxtrot 701st Company.

The Wagner American Legion Auxiliary focused on giving rather than exchanging gifts this holiday season. At their December meeting, members collected personal hygiene items for the local ROCS pantry, continuing their tradition of supporting local families in need.

From the Files of the Wagner Post 10 YEARS AGO SDSU announced the dean's list for fall 2015.

Library hours for New Year’s Holiday: Closing at 3:00 on December 31st. Closed January 1st. Open normal hours on January 2nd. Wishes for a Happy and Healthy New Year! The library received a gift of children’s size scarves and gloves from a benefactor on the East coast.

MADISON, December 22 – Dakota State University student Becky Petrik is student teaching first grade for the spring semester in Wagner Elementary School. Petrik is an elementary education major from Wagner. To be accepted into the teacher education program, students must maintain a 2.

A new business is uncorking something special in Wagner. Yes, Let’s Wine Co., founded by Alison Woods and Chloe Kocer, is bringing popup wine tastings and curated pairing events to the community with a focus on connection, approachability, and local collaboration.

30 YEARS AGO Several area students received degrees at the University of South Dakota's 20th winter commencement exercises held Saturday, December 16 in Slagle Auditorium, Vermillion. Students from Wagner were Angela C.

From the Files of the Lake Andes Wave 10 YEARS AGO 2015 Ihanktonwan Community College is now a GED testing site. Andes Central held their Elementary School Winter Program.

With the new year fast approaching, the library is planning an incentive program for patrons ages K-5th grade. The library wants our patrons to participate in the South Dakota Children’s Book Awards during 2026.

The Wagner Rotary Club held its last meeting of the year 2025 last Wednesday. There were several members absent with the year winding down and Christmas approaching soon. There were two guests present, courtesy of Amanda Bechen. She brought Judean Irvine and Isaac Wunder to the meeting.