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Congratulations to all area graduates as you prepare to celebrate an academic ending and a new beginning. This season may feel both exciting and terrifying. You may feel so ready to move on from school, while also feeling completely unprepared.

It’s easy to overlook, but your neck is a remarkably busy place. It houses the spinal cord, carrying signals between your brain and the rest of your body. It allows food to travel from your mouth to your stomach. It delivers blood to your brain.

Two people who were born in South Dakota have been drafted in the top 10 of the NFL Draft in the league’s history.John Dutton (not the “Yellowstone” ranch owner) was selected fifth overall by the then-Baltimore Colts in the 1974 draft.

Avon Elementary students in grades K-5 took the stage Thursday, April 23, for their Spring Music and Band Concert, entertaining a large crowd of family and friends.Each grade level performed a selection of songs, showcasing the students’ hard work and enthusiasm.

10 Years Ago - 2016ervices were held this week for Ronald L. Medricky, 70 of Dante April 22 and for Frances Lorraine 'Rusty' DeRoos, 92, formerly of Springfield April 29.The Sacrament of First Holy Communion was celebrated at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish April 24 with Fr.

PIERRE, S.D. – A majority of South Dakotans are unhappy with democracy in America but believe state lawmakers are largely being held accountable, according to a new poll sponsored by South Dakota News Watch and the Chiesman Center for Democracy at the University of South Dakota.

Avon HOSA students spent Thursday and Friday in Sioux Falls attending the South Dakota State Conference, where they competed in a variety of healthcare events and participated in breakout sessions led by professionals from across the state.

Applications are currently being accepted for Preschool Enrollment at Avon School District for the 2026-2027 school year. Applicants must be four years of age by August 31. Please return applications by May 29, 2026. The cost for the program is $130 per month.

Avon School District is conducting a child search for children aged 5 and below, residing in the Avon School District. Please contact the school if you have a preschool age child who lives in the Avon School District and currently does not attend Avon’s preschool or kindergarten.