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During homecoming week, Andes Central students and their families were invited to Family Fun Night. Those in attendance enjoyed water inflatables, a dunk tank, and a cook out! What a great turnout for the Andes Central community to enjoy some fun in the sun as fall is on the horizon.

Wagner Saddle Club held their annual Labor Day Rodeo, Saturday, August 30th and Sunday August 31st, at the Wagner Rodeo Grounds. Stock Contractor was Muddy Creek Pro Rodeo and Announced for the rodeo was Colin Hunt.

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As part of the 125th Labor Day Celebration, a few nostalgic favorites returned to the schedule, bringing back fond memories for some and new excitement for others. One such event was the Kids Money Sand Pile, held Sunday morning on Main Street by James Drug.

The annual Poker Run was held on Saturday, August 30, with participants riding for fun, friendly competition, and great prizes. This year’s winners are: High Evens: Nancy Sullivan High Odds: J.

The savory smell of ribs filled the air at McCormick Park Sunday, August 31st, as the Dante Fire Department hosted its annual Rib Cook-Off. The event drew a hungry crowd eager to sample some of the area’s best barbecue, all while supporting a good cause.

Despite a rainy start to the morning on Saturday, August 30, the Labor Day Kiddie Parade went on as planned, bringing out several young participants eager to showcase their creative costumes and decorated rides.

In a heartfelt ceremony held on the evening of Tuesday, August 26th, the Wagner Labor Day Committee continued a cherished tradition with the annual tree dedication, honoring this year's Labor Day Parade Marshals, Don and Doris Hosek.

When Treyvan Talsma’s name was announced as the South Dakota State 4-H Senior Boys All-Around Champion, his mother, Kristin, was caught off guard. “I teared up,” she recalled. “It was a complete surprise. There are so many great competitors in the state.