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Back to School time Wittrock, Hendrickson win top The Lennox School District 41-4 Board of Education met July 15. The existing board adopted the fiscal year 2014 budget as presented by Angela Arlt, Business Manager. Also approved were the minutes to the previous meeting, financial reports and obligations and a budget supplement. The annual meeting of the board was then called to order by the superintendent. Arlt administered the Oath of Office to board members Merris Miller and Nancy Nelson. Alan Rops was elected as board president unanimously, Mary Peters as vice president. One representative for each town was appointed, they are: Peters-Lennox, Sandy Poppenga-Chancellor and Dawn Wolf-Worthing. Nelson was appointed as the representative to the East Dakota Cooperative board; alternate Poppenga. Board member salaries were set at $50 for regular meetings, special meetings and committee meetings. Designations, Authorizations and Appointments were approved as the follows: 1) Re-designate Robert’s Rules of Order as Parliamentary guidelines; 2) designate Valley Exchange Bank of Lennox, Dakota Heritage State Bank of Chancellor, Home Federal Bank of Lennox, and First National Bank of Sioux Falls as official depositories; 3) designate the board
IMPORTANT SCHOOL DATES LENNOX & WORTHING ELEMENTARY OPEN HOUSES AUG. 13, 5:30-6:30PM MIDDLE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE AUG. 13, 6:30-7:30PM LENNOX HIGH SCHOOL FALL FLING (9TH & 10TH GRADES) AUG. 8, 6-9PM JUNIOR AND SENIOR AUG. 9, 6-9PM FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL AUG. 20
president, vice president and business manager as authorized signatures for the district and food service checking accounts and the business manager and the superintendent for all other bank accounts and the safety deposit box; 4) authorize the business manager to invest and borrow money; 5) designate the business manager as custodian of the Trust and Agency accounts; 6) authorize the business manager to pay the electric, natural gas, water, telephone, credit card(s) and approved leases as they come due; 7) designate the business manager
and superintendent as official purchasing agents for the district; 8) designate the Lennox Independent as the official newspaper; 9) authorize the superintendent to institute the school lunch program; 10) appoint the superintendent as Federal Program Director; 11) Director of Student Services as administrator of the Title I program; 12) designate the superintendent/business manager as official signature for the Title I program; 13) authorize the superintendent to close school in emergency situations and in case of inclement weather and to set a chain of command in the superintendent’s absence; 14) appoint the superintendent as truancy officer for the district; 15) appoint Rodney Freeman as legal counsel for the district. Tuition rates for the 2013-2014 school year were approved as: K-8 $5,643 and 9-12 $6064. Tuition rates increased by 2%. Also approved: Staff mileage and meal reimbursements rates: In state: Breakfast $5.00; Lunch $9.00; Dinner $12.00, Out of state: Breakfast $8.00; Lunch $11.00; Dinner $17.00; Mileage-current State rate; Student meals for travel-Breakfast $4.00; Lunch $5.00; Dinner $6.00 Activity and admission prices were set as follows: ■ SCHOOL, page 3
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wo Lincoln County riders received top awards at the State 4-H Horse Show held in Huron on July 23, 24, and 25. Charlie Wittrock received Grand Champion honors in Junior Western Pony Showmanship and in Junior Pony Stock Seat Equitation. Joe Hendrickson received Reserve Champion in Senior Tie-Down Calf Roping. Nine Lincoln County 4-Hers participated in the 3-day event. The following results pertain to the riding events. The placings are listed below as P-purple, B-blue, R-red, and W for a white ribbon placing. Beg. Western Horse Showmanship: Lydia Ackerman-R. Jr. Western Showmanship: Elise Ackerman-P. Sr. Western Showmanship: Sally Peterson-B, Katelynd Whitehead-W, Jordan Wittrock-B. Jr. Pony Western Showmanship: Charlie Wittrock-B. Sr. Western Riding: Joe HendricksonB. Sr. Tie Down Calf Roping: Joe Hendrickson-B. Beg. Stock Seat Equitation: Lydia Ackerman-B. Jr. Stock Seat Equitation: Elise Ackerman-P. Jr.Pony Stock Seat Equitation: Charlie Wittrock-R. Sr. Stock Seat Equitation: Joe Hendrickson-R, Jordan Wittrock-R. Jr. English
Charlie Wittrock Showmanship: Elise Ackerman-B; Lydia AckermanR. Sr. English Showmanship: Jordan Wittrock-B. Jr. Hunt Seat Equitation: Elise Ackerman-B. Sr. Hunt Seat Equitation: Jordan Wittrock-B, Katelynd Whitehead-W. Jr. Barrel Racing: Elizabeth StearnsP, Myra Whitehead-B. Jr. Pole Bending: Myra
Whitehead-B, Elizabeth Stearns-B. “Thank you to all the leaders, parents, and 4-Hers for your interest and commitment to the 4-H Horse project,” said Amber Lounsbery, 4-H Youth Program Advisor. “Congratulations to all participants on another successful State 4-H horse show.”
Bid for Worthing Safe Routes to School project comes in $65,000 over estimate Worthing City Commissioners met on Thursday, July 11. In the absence of Mayor Eric Saugstad, Commissioner Board President Darren VanHouten opened the meeting. City Engineer Jon Fischer, of Stockwell Engineers, spoke to the Commissioners during the open speaking portion of the meeting. He explained that the Safe Routes to School Phase 1 bid opening was held by the DOT (Department of Transportation). There was one bidder, Carstensen Conracting Inc of Pipestone, who bid $203,625; that amount was $65,000 over the estimated cost of the project. Fischer recommended that the city reject the bid. He said that was the State’s recommendation as well. Phase two of the Safe Routes to School
project has been reviewed and revised according to the State’s recommendations, added Fischer. He recommended including both phase one and phase two in one bid, believing that the larger project would bring better bids. He was hoping to open bids yet this year if possible. Fischer also reported on the school improvement project, stating that it was progressing slowly. Work has been held up waiting for MidAmerican and Xcel Energy to complete work on utilities. Third Street should be open by the time school starts and Second and Juniper Streets should be open by early September. Following the open speaking, the commissioners began the regular meeting with
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the passage of a resolution setting the fees and cancellation policy for the Civic Center. Under the resolution, Legion members would be able to rent the facility for $25 for a full day; $15 for a half-day; Worthing residents would be charged $50 for a full day; $35 for a half day; non-residents would be charged $100 for a full day; $70 for a half day. The cancellation policy allows a full refund if the reservation is cancelled more than four weeks prior to the event; a 50% refund if cancelled between one and four weeks prior to the event; no refund if cancelled less than one week before the event. Next, a resolution setting the building permit schedule of fees was approved.
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Zoning Administrator Jason Schroeder was present to answer any questions. He said they compared the schedules of several communities before setting the fees for Worthing. The Planning Commission recommended approval. Schroeder said that Worthing has issued 18 building permits so far this year. He added that many people do not know that they need a permit when they replace shingles. Shingling, siding and replacement windows require a $10 building permit. Permits are also required for new construction, additions/alternations/renovations/roofing, accessory structures such as garages, sheds and decks; pools and spas, demolition, new ■ WORTHING CITY, page 3
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Making our region the best place for business BY NICK FOSHEIM
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF LINCOLN & MINNEHAHA COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATIONS
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he recent announcement by CNBC that South Dakota is the Top State for Business in the online publication’s 2013 rankings follows on the heels of POLICOM naming the Sioux Falls Metro Area in the Top Ten nationally for the strongest economy. These accolades for our regional business climate are only the latest in a long line of Top Ten ratings for the fast-growing area that encompasses Minnehaha and The Governor’s Office of Economic Development has often pointed to our success in regional development, and the effective partnerships that exist here. The communities of our two-county area continue to attract new companies and, equally important, new families, fueling the growth of the region. The rapid growth of our regional LCEDA and MCEDA communities has been a strong element in the success of our metro area. Because we collaborate with the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and the Sioux Falls Development Foundation, we share in the success of our area. The proactive, economic development-oriented participation of
the communities in Lincoln and Minnehaha Counties is a vital part of that economic success. Regional, national and international business owners study the rankings that put our state’s economy first in the nation, and they analyze the communities within these states where their companies can be profitable. Often, those decision makers start their search in Lincoln and Minnehaha Counties. We can be proud of South Dakota and its pro-business, progrowth attitude and what that means to growing companies, both the existing operations that have already chosen our region, and new businesses that like what they see here. We can also be proud of our communities for offering businesses what they want. We’re building our state’s economy—and the whole nation is getting the good news about Lincoln and Minnehaha Counties. These accolades not only draw attention to our region from a business attraction perspective, but we also know that these rankings would not have been achieved without the success of our regional communities. This recent recognition gives us another tool in our toolkit as we work to grow and expand our communities.
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Let’s play games — family entertainment at the arcade BY KELLI BULTENA
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amily entertainment is often hard to agree upon. It comes down to finding something that appeals to all the ages of the entire group — often times we as parents sacrifice the fun factor just to appease the kids. I mean some days I do not want to watch Doc McStuffins, but I can tolerate seeing Full House for the 932nd time. The same can be said for one of my favorite entertainment options — the arcade. When my thirteen year old boys weigh in they vote for Electric Rainbow, when it’s just my youngest, she says it should be Chuck E. Cheese. We’ll start with my favorite — the Electric Rainbow located in the Western Mall right across from the theatre inside, just down from the Karate place. The Electric Rainbow is a classic arcade that features Ski ball, Pacman and Frogger — not only are there games I can actually play the kids seem to like it. The electric rainbow mural painted on the wall adds a nice ambiance and for those of you who grew up in the 80’s you’ll feel right at home here. We go in spurts, especially in the cold months of winter, where we stop in here and the kids start saving tickets for one of the impressive prizes. Last week we took a night and a ten dollar bill and came home with a four foot hamster.
That’s the other high point of Electric Rainbow—the monster prizes and the ticket payouts. It is possible to get there. For the sake of research I also made a trip to Chuck E. Cheese this past week with my eight year old. They have done some rearranging since I was in here last and if all of your people are under the age of eight, this will be your favorite hang out. That is until you compare ticket payouts. When you play Frogger at Chuck E. Cheese the most you can get is 8 tickets, over at Electric Rainbow it’s 400. Cassie and I spent more money at Chuck E. and she came home with a slinky and a pinwheel. We also ate supper at Chuck E. Cheese, she enjoyed the cheese pizza and I sampled some buffalo hot wings. Neither were the highlight of the night, nor will be recommended by this writer. Favorite games for my daughter at Chuck E. Cheese were in her words, “the Monkey Ball, and a big game that had a giant crank on it.” The crank game was one where you tried to stop it on a certain ticket number. It seemed we always landed on 3, but it was fun for her and it was fun for me to watch her! Just a few more options for you and the kids to enjoy some time together — see who can beat the high score on Ski Ball. Is dad better at Deal or No Deal? Just don’t get up and dance with the “real” Chuck E. Cheese, I mean we shouldn’t purposely try to embar-
rass our children! If you’re going: Chuck E. Cheese is located at 2600 S. Louise Ave Sioux Falls, SD; open 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. every day, and until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Electric Rainbow is located inside the Western Mall (at 41st & Western Avenue), across the hall from the West Mall Theaters; open, Monday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. and Sunday Noon - 10 p.m. Cost for most games at both arcades is one token, or 25¢. Kelli Bultena is on e of the contributors to The Lennox Independent’s Entertainment Page — catch a local review of activities, movies, books and more every week in The Lennox Independent.
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Bid for Worthing Safe Routes to School project comes in $65,000 over estimate Benefit Saturday, Aug. 17 ■ WORTHING CITY, from page 1 fences, driveways, relocation of residential structure, gazebos, permanent signs, and miscellaneous. Schroeder confirmed that people do not need a permit to replace kitchen cabinets. The Commissioners then approved First National Bank, Harrisburg branch as the City’s Financial Depository. The Lennox Independent was approved as the official paper for the City for a period of three years. There was a brief discussion on the municipal budget. Commissioner Troy Larson and City Administrator Jeff Tanner reported that revenues were on track and that the city was in pretty good shape. “Everywhere budgets are tight and we are no different,” said Larson. “There are no red flags in any of the funds we have,” said Tanner. “We are where we need to be; we’re not running surpluses, but we’re meeting our obligations.” A full budget discussion is expected to take place at the next meeting. The next action of the board was to change the next meeting date to July 25th at 7:30 p.m. Under the Administrator’s report, Tanner reported that they are still considering candidates for the Planning Commission. Larson thanked everyone for their help and participating in Worthing Days. He also reported that there were multiple applicants for the finance officer position. Resumes will be reviewed and interviews set up with potential candidates. Larson asked the Commissioners to look at the portions of the budget for which they were responsible and make any necessary changes.
Street. Stonehill was to finish the storm sewers by July 29. Once dirt work is done on Juniper, then gravel can be laid down. We are where we need to Heidi Condon with Stockwell Enbe [with the budget]; we’re gineers presented a proposed comprehensive master drainage plan for the not running surpluses, but we’re meeting our obligations. city of Worthing. The commissioners have planning documents to review. “These planning documents are JEFF TANNER WORTHING CITY ADMINISTRATOR important in planning to move forward. We’ve got to make sure we are taking care of things underground when we At the July 25 meeting of the Worth- look at improving streets,” said Jon ing City Commission, the commission Brown, Stockwell Engineers. heard from Jon Fischer of Stockwell The commission decided to take Engineers about the Safe Routes to no action on the drainage plan at this School project. One bid was received time and will review the documents on the project and it was $65,000 over provided by Stockwell Engineers. the engineer’s estimate. City administrator Jeff Tanner “I suggest that we reject the one presented a budget proposal for 2014 bid,” Fischer said. that he and finance and revenue comMayor Eric Saugstad questioned missioner Troy Larson spent the last why the lone bid was $65,000 more few weeks working on. than they were thinking. Fischer said “What we’ve done here is that prices are likely starting to climb we’ve put together a conservative because contractors are getting busier budget by being conservative on the and safe routes project is a relatively revenue side and expenditure side,” small project. Tanner said. “Honestly I thought we’d have Tanner said they incorporated sales people looking for work. I think a part tax figures that were provided by the of it is the non-competitive bid and it’s county. He noted they have no grants a state-led project,” Fischer said. “The in the general fund this year. company that bid was shooting for the “Take some time to go over these moon. We just can’t [award it].” budgets and we will discuss at our next Public works commissioner Todd meeting,” Saugstad said. Gannon moved to reject the bid for the In other business, the commission Safe Routes to School project phase approved the June financial report and I. The commissioners voted to reject minutes from the July 11 meeting. the bid. They tabled motions regarding new Fischer said the next step would be finance officer hiring and the SDRS to open bids in November and build Roth program. the next. In committee reports, Gannon Fischer then noted that MidAmeri- reported that about 50 adults were can Energy was done with their portion participating in adult volleyball. Sauon the school improvement project. gstad thanked maintenance lead Jake Xcel Energy is almost done on Third Sees for his work on Beck Family Park.
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Back to School time ■ SCHOOL, from page 1 Adults, $5.00 admission, $55.00 activity tickets; Students $3.00 admission, $25.00 activity tickets; Sr. Citizens $3.00 admission, $35.00 activity tickets; Family activity tickets will be $100.00. Food service rates were set as: Adult lunch-$3.75, Adult breakfast-$2.00, Student lunch K-5 $2.50, 6-12 $2.75, Breakfast, K-12 $1.55. Prices are the same as last year. Quorum voting was approved for the 2013-2014 school year. Peters was nominated to serve on the City/School Joint Library Board. The salary listings for 2013-14 was approved. New hires for 2013-14 were listed as: Amy Lundquist -1st Grade LES, Jeff Larsen-4th Grade LES, Eric Anderson-4th Grade LES, Andrea Irish-5th Grade LES, Cody Lutes-5th Grade LES, Matt Luze-7th Grade Reading/Geography/Head Coach Football, Melanie Niehus-Middle School Computers/8th Grade Reading, Angela Temme-7th & 8th Grade Math and Algebra, Sara Bakken-Middle School Band, Allison Hi-
ghum-Special Education Aide LES, Tim Pusch-Bus Driver, Delbert Javers-Bus Driver. One resignation was approved: Shoni DeVitt, Art teacher. Back to school dates were listed: Lennox and Worthing Elementary open houses August 13 5:306:30 p.m., Middle School open house August 13 6:307:30 p.m.; Lennox High School events include a fall fling for freshman and sophomores August 8, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., Junior and Senior experience August 9 6:00-9:00 p.m. First day of school is Aug. 20. Teacher in-service begins Aug. 5 and 6 for the new teachers; with training planned Aug. 12-13, and Aug.19 for all teachers. Superintendant Robert Mayer invited the board to come to meet the new staff on the 5th. In other business a surplus of old jerseys was approved as well as approving the old scoreboard as surplus. Mayer said the building committee will meet next week to discuss the middle school project, he said he is hoping to have a fall of 2015
completion date. The Chancellor school property remained on the table, with no action taken. The Totally Kids Handbook and Policies and Procedures were approved. Also approved was the Preschool Handbook. A computer waiver for eight grade was approved. This is to allow computer
taken in the 8th grade to count for high school credit. An inter-district open enrollment approved. the board then went into executive session to discuss student issues, no action was taken following executive session. The next board meeting is scheduled for August 12 at 7:30 p.m.
PRESCHOOL/DAYCARE PRESCHOOL Centers: Lennox and Worthing; Hours: Lennox —AM class is for 3 and 4 year olds who will be attending two years of preschool (30 students max) PM class is for older 4 year olds and 5 year olds who will be transitioning to kindergarten the following school year (30 students max); TIME CHANGE: Worthing — 3, 4 and 5 year olds in the AM only (20 students max); Days: Monday – Thursday Part-time is available either on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday in both centers; Price: $145.00 a month for full-time or $85.00 per month for part-time. Preschool is a great way to get your child ready for kindergarten. Writing names, ABC and number recognition, shapes, colors, letter sounds. Learning how to sit during circle time, walk in hallways, and play with other students. Christmas and graduation programs are highlights along with an end of the year field trip. If interested contact Sheryl Ledeboer at Sheryl.ledeboer@k12.sd.us or 605-647-2203 or 605-212-6261. TOTALLY KIDS: SCHOOL YEAR CENTERS: LENNOX AND WORTHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL *PM snack included in tuition *hours: 6:00am8:10am and 3:15pm-6:00pm * Only pay for the hours you need daycare * homework help, art projects, outside time, computers, gym time *Staff certified in CPR/First Aid *Open during teacher in-service days and comp days Registration Fee $15.00; before/after Weekly rate $40.00; before/ after 4 day rate $35.00; before/after 3 day rate $30.00; After school weekly rate $32.00; 4 day after school rate $28.00; 3 day after school rate $24.00; before school weekly rate $26.00; 4 day before school rate $23.00; 3 day before school rate $20.00; before school drop-in rate $7.00; after school drop-in rate $8.50; noon dismissals extra $5.00; Comp days extra $10.00
for Taylor Stroshein
On Saturday, August 17th, a benefit will be held for Taylor Stroschein. Taylor is a 13 year old that lives in Lennox and has recently been diagnosed with Lupus. The benefit will begin at 5:00pm with a free will donation meal and a silent auction. At 7:00pm, the winners of the silent auction will be announced. Also beginning at 7:00 will be a kid dance. All ages are welcome from 7-9. From 9:00-11:00, the dance will be for junior high students and older. The dance will include pop, a photo booth and much more. The cost for the dance is $5 per child. Chaperones will be in full force. All of these activities will be held at the Worthing Fire Station.
Worthing City Hall Hours Located at 208 South Main Street Mon.—Thurs.: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. & Fri.: 7:30 a.m. - 12 noon Phone: (605) 372-4113 Fax: 605-372-2194 Mail: PO Box 277, Worthing, S.D. 57077
CITY COMMISSION MEETINGS Monday, August 19, 2013 and Monday, September 9, 2013 Regular Meeting @ 7 p.m. Each meeting begins at 7 p.m. with the exclusion of special meetings. Meetings are now being held in the Worthing Civic Center (American Legion Building). All meetings are open to the public except for Executive Session, which is used only to discuss legal and personnel issues.
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS Monday, August 16, 2013 at 6 p.m. Worthing City Hall Planning Commission Meetings: Each meeting begins at 6 p.m. with the exclusion of special meetings. Meetings are held at Worthing City Hall. All meetings are open to the public
Worthing City Officials Eric Saugstad, Mayor: 270-2614, Darren Van Houten, Public Utilities: 212-4908, publicutilities@cityofworthing.com Todd Gannon, Public Works: 254-3229, publicworks@cityofworthing.com Troy Larson, Finance & Revenue: 201-6644, financeandrevenue@cityofworthing.com Carrie McDannel, Public Safety: (605) 941-0665, publicsafety@cityofworthing.com Jeff Tanner, City Administrator: 372-4113, cityadministrator@cityofworthing.com Kay Heiberger, Finance Officer: 372-4113, financeoffficer@cityofworthing.com Jake Sees, Maintenance Lead, 251-4555, leadmaintenance@cityofworthing.com Marie Albertson, Administrative Assistant/Utility Assistant, 372-4113, adminassistant@cityofworthing.com Jason Schroder, Zoning Administrator: 941-2751 zoningadministrator@cityofworthing.com
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2013-2014 Back to School Message BY KYM JOHNSTON
WORTHING ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL
It’s time once again to load up those backpacks with school supplies! How quickly the summer goes by! However, I am sure the students are just as excited to begin a new school year as we are at Worthing Elementary! We hope you are able to attend our Open House at Worthing Elementary on Tuesday, August 13th from 5:30-6:30 p.m. This will give students a chance to meet their teachers, drop off school supplies and maybe check out their lockers and desks. School will resume on Tuesday, August 20th at 8:30 a.m. Sadly, we said “Good-bye” to Mr. Todd Smidt, our third grade teacher in Worthing. Mr. Smidt and his wife both took positions with the Harrisburg district, and we certainly wish them the best! Coincidentally, the teacher who has been selected to replace him is Miss Jacqueline Smidt, so the last name “Smidt” remains with the third grade at Worthing! Miss Smidt has previous teaching experience with the Todd County School District, and will be involved in a program called “PDC” this year through the University of South Dakota. She will be working to get her Master’s Degree while at the same time being mentored by Ms. Stacy Larson from Lennox Elementary. Both teachers will engage in some team-teaching experiences which will provide rich instruction for the third graders at Worthing! We ended our school year with a Bike Rodeo in conjunction with the Worthing Safe Routes to School partnership. Two students in each classroom received bikes from Scheel’s and twenty students received vouchers for shoes from Shoe Carnival. We will again participate in activities throughout the year which encourage students to safely walk and bike to school. Character Counts will again be a part of our monthly recognition system where students will be identified per classroom for exhibiting characteristics from the Pillars of Character. Teachers will also receive training and materials on the Olweus Bullying Curriculum. Our teachers have spent numerous hours over the past two years learning about the newly adopted Common Core standards for learning. More information will be forthcoming about a new state assessment in grades 3-8 and 11 which will be coming in the spring of 2014-15. We look forward to a super school year with the students at Worthing Elementary!
Kindergarten start dates for 2013-14 school year In an effort to ease the transition for the 2013-14 kindergarten students as they learn school procedures and meet their new friends, there will be two starting dates next fall for kindergarten students. Students with last names beginning with A-N will attend their first school day on Tuesday, Aug. 20. Students attending on Tuesday will not attend on Wednesday. Students with last names beginning with O-Z and any students attending the Totally Kids Program, will attend their first school day on Wednesday, Aug. 21. All Kindergarten students will attend on Thursday, Aug. 22.
2013-2014
Lennox School District School Supply List
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Preschool: Large backpack/book bag Two boxes of Kleenex Jr. Kindergarten: 2 Boxes of 24 Crayola Crayons 1 Set of 10 Classic color Crayola Markers 8 Pencils 2 Bottles of Elmer’s glue (no gel or glitter glue) 2 Elmer’s glue sticks 1 pair Fiskar scissors (metal) 2 Boxes of Kleenex 2 Folders with bottom pockets 1 School box for supplies (small 5’ x 8” plastic type preferred) 1 Plastic nap mat 1 Set of 8 watercolor paints 2 Dry erase markers and eraser 2 Containers of Lysol disinfecting wipes Kindergarten: 24 package of Crayola crayons 4 pencils 1 bottle Elmer’s glue (no gel or glitter glue) 1 pair Fiskar scissors (metal) 2 boxes Kleenex 2 folders with two bottom pockets 1 school box for supplies 1 rug or mat 1 paint shirt 1 set of 8 watercolor paints 2 dry erase markers 1 container of Lysol disinfecting wipes **Please put child’s name on all school supplies First Grade: 2 three-ring binders (1/2 inch hard cover) 2 boxes of 24 Crayola Crayons 1 set of water paints 2 seven oz. Elmer’s school glue (no substitutes) 24 yellow #2 lead pencils 1 set of 10 classic color Crayola Markers 2 big PINK erasers 4 pocket folders Scissors (Fiskars preferred) 1 spiral notebook – wide rule 1 box of tissue 1 clear plastic container for supplies 1 paint shirt 2 glue sticks 1-4 pack of EXPO chisel tip dry erase markers 1 EXPO eraser 1-hand-held (covered) pencil sharpener 2 Highlighters 7-1 gallon zip lock bags (don’t write name on them) 1 container of Lysol disinfecting wipes Second Grade: 2 small supply boxes 2 3 ring binders-1 inch ring is fine 1 box 24 Crayola crayons or Twistables 1 Fiskars brand scissors 2 bottles of Elmer’s school glue 2 Elmer’s glue sticks
10 pencils-plain pencils preferred 1 package of pink pet erasers 2 sets of Crayola marker (1 wide and 1 slim) Colored pencils 1 set of Crayola watercolor paints 1 package of dry erase markers with an eraser 2 Zip-Loc bags-gallon size 2 large box of Kleenex 1 wide ruled spiral notebook 1 black Sharpie Please label your child’s supplies. Third Grade: 4 Elmer’s Glue sticks Elmer’s white school glue Colored pencils Crayola crayons-36 or 48 count Pointed Fiskar scissor 1 Box of Kleenex 1 Clorox Wipes 4 Wide-line spiral notebooks (one each of yellow, green, blue and red) Watercolor paints (Prang or Crayola) 1-1⁄2” 3 ring binder 3 BLACK dry erase markers & eraser (or clean sock) Sharpened pencils & small sharpener (replace as needed) Pocket Folders with prongs and pockets, (one each: yellow, green, blue and red) Erasers 4 Pack of Sharpies 2 red pens 1 black pen PLEASE-no BIG Trapper Keepers or BIG Binders Fourth Grade: 24 Crayons 12 Colored pencils Fiskars scissors (7 inch) Ruler (inches and centimeters) 5 wide-rule notebooks (at least 70 pages) 2 college-rule notebooks Glue bottle (please no gel or colored glue) Glue stick Watercolor paints and paint cup 3 folders 2 red pens 2 blue or black pens A pack of sharpened number 2 pencils Erasers for pencils Markers: 2 fine-tip black Sharpie permanent marker, 4 wide-tip dry erase markers Scotch tape Small pencil case Book bag 2 boxes of Kleenex 1 inch binder (durable) Pencil sharpener Fifth Grade: 12 Colored pencils 24 Crayons Markers Ruler (inches and centimeters) Protractor Compass Glue bottle Glue stick Scissors 2 fine-tip black Sharpie permanent markers
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LWC MIDDLE SCHOOL SIXTH GRADE: 3 Spiral notebooks 3 Pkgs. loose leaf paper 4 Book covers 4 Folders with pockets #2 Pencils 1 Highlighter 2 Red pens 2 Box of Kleenex Dry erase marker Trapper Keeper/Zipper Binder or folders for each class. GRADES SEVEN AND EIGHT: 6 Spiral notebooks 2 Pkgs. loose leaf paper 4 Book covers: 2 extra-large for 7th 3 extra-large for 8th #2 pencils 1 Highlighter 1 Basic calculator with square root and +\- buttons (opt) 2 Box of Kleenex Trapper Keeper/Zipper Binder or folder for each class ART (ALL) 9x12 sketchbook or printer paper in a binder Ziploc bag for supplies 1 pink eraser or equal #2 Pencils (NOT mechanical) 24 Count Crayola colored pencils Markers 1 Scissors (opt) 12” ruler (opt) 1 4 oz. washable school glue PE (ALL): Combination lock (required)-may rent from school Athletic shorts T-shirt Socks Towel (optional) Tennis shoes (inside)
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LHS to host Junior/Senior Experience First practices Lennox High School will be hosting a Junior/Senior Experience for students and their parents on Aug. 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. The District is providing an opportunity to meet with representatives and learn more about post-high planning, education and careers. Booths will be set up by recruiters
from branches of the military, admission counselors from South Dakota public/private colleges, representatives from SD Dept. of Labor and financial aid institutions. Take advantage of having so many resources in one place; plan to attend this most important event.
Pre-teens, College freshmen need back to school immunizations PIERRE, S.D. – Babies and toddlers aren’t the only ones who need immunizations. Parents should be aware that their pre-teens and college freshmen also need to be vaccinated, says a state health official. “College freshmen who live in dorms and unvaccinated kids entering high school are at high risk for meningococcal disease and should be vaccinated,” said Dr. Lon Kightlinger, state epidemiologist for the Department of Health. “And 11 and 12-year-olds need a booster shot for pertussis.” Meningococcal disease is a bacterial infection resulting in inflammation of the tissues covering the brain and spinal cord. Symptoms include fever, severe headache, stiff neck, vomiting and a rash. Ten to 14 percent of people with the disease die and up to 19 percent of survivors may suffer permanent disabilities such as hearing
loss, limb amputations or brain disease. South Dakota typically reports three cases of meningococcal disease a year. To date in 2013, four cases have been reported. Meningococcal vaccine is available from family health care providers and campus student health centers. The department provides the vaccine for 11 to 18-yearolds who are eligible for the federal Vaccines for Children Program (Medicaid eligible, Native American or Alaskan Native, uninsured or underinsured). The vaccine is free for these children but providers may charge an administration fee. Whooping cough, or pertussis, is a serious illness that causes uncontrollable coughing, rib fractures, pneumonia, loss of consciousness and even death. Infants are at highest risk, with twothirds of those under age 1 infected needing hospitalization. There have been
11 pertussis cases reported in South Dakota to date in 2013; three of those cases have been younger than 1. A pertussis vaccine booster dose is recommended at 11-12 years when immunity begins to wane. The initial pertussis series is given to children at 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 15-18 months, and 4-6 years. The department provides the childhood series of whooping cough vaccine and the booster dose free for 11-14 year olds. Providers may charge an administration fee. Find a vaccine provider at doh.sd.gov/local-offices/ vaccine-providers/. Learn more about meningitis or whooping cough at doh. sd.gov/diseases/infectious/ diseasefacts/. Improving childhood immunization rates a key objective of the department’s Health 2020 initiative.
Parent Fall Sport Meeting to be held Aug. 12 scheduled for cross country, football
With August quickly approaching, school is right around the corner and so are extra curricular activities. The Lennox High School football team will begin their practice on Wednesday, Aug. 14 with a players meeting at 4 p.m. On Thursday, Aug. 15 practice will be held from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and again at 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. On Friday, Aug. 16 practice begins at 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and again at 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and on Saturday, Aug. 17 practice will be held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The first football game of the season will be held Aug. 30 at home against Vermillion. The Lennox High School cross country team will also begin practice in mid August. On Aug. 18 the team will set up a camp at the track between 6 and 8 p.m. A Fire Fly relay starts at midnight for the 8-12th graders. On Aug. 19 the team will practice at 7 a.m. at Sinning Sports Complex. This is for all 7-12th graders. School begins on Tuesday, Aug. 20. Practice will be held after school at the middle school fitness room. On Aug. 21 practice for 8-12th grade will be at 6:30 a.m. at Lennox golf course and then practice for everyone after school. On Aug. 22, practice will be right after school at middle school fitness room. On Aug. 23 practice will be 6:30am at middle school fitness room for 8-12th grade and for everyone after school. On Aug. 24 practice for 8-12th will be at middle school fitness room.
The Parent Fall Sport Meeting will be held Aug. 12 at 7 p.m. at the LHS gym. This meeting is for all parents of athletes in Football, Volleyball, Cross Country, and Boys Golf. Reminder to Parents and Athletes…1) Physical Form 2) Concussion Form 3) Activities Consent Forms all must be turned in before any athlete can start practicing this fall. Those forms can be dropped off at the Business Office in the Lennox Elementary or mailed to the HS attn.: Rich Luther.
Boys golf practice begins Aug. 12 Golf season will begin on Monday, August 12 for any interested 7th-12th grade boy. A reminder to parents and athletes: The Physical Form, Concussion Form, and Activities Consent Form all must be turned in before any athlete can start practicing this fall. Those forms can be dropped off at the Business Office in the Lennox Elementary or mailed to the high school attn: Rich Luther. Practice times for the first week of golf will be as follows: Aug. 12—8 to 10 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m.; Aug. 13—3 to 5 p.m.; Aug. 14—9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m.; Aug. 15—10 a.m. to Noon and 1 to 3 p.m.; Aug. 16—9 a.m. to Noon. All practices will be at the golf course unless otherwise directed (practice times are subject to change). You will need to provide your own golf clubs and golf balls. If you have any questions, contact Coach Kory Williamson at Kory.Williamson@k12.sd.us.
Lennox School District activities calendar/booklet available now Inserted into The Lennox Independent Aug. 8th edition readers will be happy to find the 2013-14 Lennox School District calendar and booklet. Pick up your Independent at Blue Sky Junction in Worthing or stop by The Lennox Independent office at 116 S. Main St., Lennox. Calendars are available at our office free of charge. The booklet includes important school dates and information on administration and staff, you will also find a twelve month calendar with the athletic, band and music
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Farmers see improvement in pasture land BY WENDY SWEETER
Green grass and stock dams filled with water have been a welcome sight for cattle producers around Lennox and across the region. Chuck Buus, who raises purebred Angus and Simmental cattle west of Lennox with his wife and kids, said the difference in pasture and hay condition from a year ago is significant. “By this time (last year), we were already starting to pull calves off or starting to feed them,” Buus said. According to USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, pasture and range conditions were rated 57 percent good and 18 percent excellent. Stock water supplies were rated 3 percent very short, 15 percent short, 77 percent adequate and 5 percent surplus. In addition to his cattle operation, Buus also raises corn, soybeans and alfalfa
and runs a custom hay operation. He puts up some pastures for hay and this year it is three or four times as much as it was last year. “For alfalfa I just did a field where we got six round bales last year. In the same field, we got 60 off of it for the second cutting,” he said. According to USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, alfalfa hay condition was 64 percent good and 9 percent excellent. The second cutting of alfalfa in South Dakota was at 18 percent complete as of July 15, behind the average of 36 percent. Buus said some of his customers only had one cutting last year. “The amount of hay we’re pulling is tremendously different than what we did last year,” Buus said. For the past 15 years, Buus has been selling hay in the winter. This winter he had to buy some since
they had to start feeding cows last July. As a result of last year’s drought, Buus did sell a few cows to reduce his numbers. He also weaned calves earlier than normal. In the future, he plans to keep more hay on hand. “I’ll probably be carrying over more hay rather than selling it,” Buus said. Looking forward to the rest of the year, Buus is feeling optimistic about the cattle market. “The cattle numbers are down, so I really think we’re going to see good prices. We’re going to need good prices as far as what feed costs is. We need these kinds of prices to stay in the game,” Buus said.
Above: Shelby and Chuck Buus with their cattle near Lennox.
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phases, may generate substantial tax revenues. With the nameplate and production taxes combined, excluding sales and use taxes, revenues may exceed $8 million annually and increase over the life of the project. Over 1,000 construction jobs may be created, along with over 70 permanent, on-site jobs. “I think it’s exciting,” said Nick Fosheim, executive director of the Lincoln County Economic Development Association. “This is not something that’s been talked about a lot for the county and it’s a good investment.” Fosheim explained that it will take a lot of research, data collection and engineering before specific sites can be named, but said the project will likely take root south of Highway 18 and east of Interstate 29. A wind farm with up to 1,000 megawatts of wind generation could take several years in the pre-construction phase. The total project investment in today’s dollars would be $2 billion, requiring several equity partners over multiple years to reach that level. Based on a study done for a similar project, Dakota Power believes the potential revenue from turbines to landowners could run $6 million to $7 million annually. State gross production annual tax receipts should reach over $5 million and the county nameplate tax revenues should be near $3 million per year. Statewide direct economic impacts could be in excess of $200 million.
Farmers Union Campers learn financial literacy, cooperation Tea—Many Americans have too much debt, aren’t saving enough money every month and need to work on their financial literacy. That education should start early, and Lincoln County Farmers Union’s annual day camp taught young people about the importance of taking care of their money and about the impact cooperative businesses have had on our state’s economy. There were 42 young people that attended this year’s camp themed, ‘Farmers Union is our name, Cooperation is our game.’ The kids participated in activities and games that taught them about cooperative business, rural communities, and agriculture in a fun and safe setting. They
participated in hands-on team building activities, and played a cooperative human board game to test their knowledge of finances. “We hope the children who learn about saving money and cooperating with each other at an early age will be more successful adults,” said State Education Director Bonnie Geyer. “Our youth need to learn about what cooperation in their own personal lives can do, along with the importance of cooperative business and being a good steward of the money they earn.” Along with activities, games, singing, and swimming, each child also decorated their own wooden bank as a craft to promote saving
money. Each child also received a free T-shirt. Participants at this year’s Lincoln County Farmers Union camp were Payton Svanda, Riley Svanda, Noah Watson, Mason Schramm, Damien Devries, Addy Christensen, Ashley Goodman, Carson Lohr, Carter Christensen, Drake Woodring, Cole Goodman, Dawson Barthel, Desirae Runge, Harry Semrau, Amber Aymar, Kayla Aymar, Megan Smith, Nate Muller, Nevaeh Berg, Payton Cuppy, Regan Muller, Makayla VanVoorst, Ty VanVoorst, Logan Boterman, Reese Hammerquist, Breanne Semmler, Emily Froendt, Evan Froendt, Cashmeire King, Landon Pomerico, Bradley Waltner, Aerana Waltner, Cassondra
Waltner, Sydney BerrierDelgado, Noah Schnee, Logan Michalek all from Tea; Jillian Arp and Kathryn Loewe from Lennox; Clara Stucky, Josie Stucky and Remington Jacobsen from Worthing; and Matai Yadassa from Sioux Falls. Helping at this year’s Lincoln County Farmers Union Camp were Senior Youth D ylan Hyronimus from Worthing, SD; and Summer Staff Interns Nicole Seible and Hannah Lily. For more information on South Dakota Farmers Union and how you and your children can get involved in the organization’s youth activities, visit the education page at www.sdfu.org or call Bonnie Geyer, State Education Director at 605-352-6761 ext. 125.
Taylor Stroschein Benefit Saturday, Aug. 17th at the Worthing Fire Station — WORTHING, SD — Taylor is a 13 year old that lives in Lennox and has recently been diagnosed with Lupus. The benefit is to help the family with medical costs.
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Beginning at 7:00 p.m. will be a kid dance. All ages are welcome from 7:00-9:00 p.m. From 9:00-11:00 p.m., the dance will be for junior high students and older. The dance will include pop, a photo booth and much more. The cost for the dance is $5 per child.
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Lincoln County 4-H Horse Show held
Above: Charlie Wittrock, Champion Junior Pony Western Showmanship. Below: Elise Ackerman, Champion Junior English Showmanship.
The Lincoln County 4-H Horse Show was held at the Lincoln County 4-H Fairgrounds east of Canton on Saturday, June 29. The weather was beautiful. There were 21 contestants that competed. Jessica Kennedy of Vermillion judged the event. Thanks to all the 4-Hers, leaders and parents for making the show a success. Thanks also to Kelley Kruger, Irene Ness, Jordan Jensen, Tatum Larson, Sandy Elcock and Jessica Nordman. The results of each showmanship class and other event placings are listed below. Ribbons are listed as Purple-P, Blue-B, Red-R, White-W. 4-Her’s that received purple ribbons qualified for the state 4-H Horse Show to be held in Huron July 23-25. Showmanship English Showmanship—Senior: Jordan Wittrock-P; Katelynd Whitehead-B. Junior: Lydia Ackerman-P; Elise Ackerman-P. Champion Senior English Showman: Jordan Wittrock. Champion Ju-
At right: Sally Peterson, Champion Senior Western Showmanship. Below: Jordan Wittrock, Champion Senior English Showmanship.
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nior English Showman: Elise Ackerman. Western Showmanship—Senior: Sally PetersonP; Katelynd Whitehead-P; Jordan Wittrock-P; Jessica Herrboldt-P; Joe Hendrickson-P. Junior: Elise Ackerman-P; Elizabeth Stearns-P; Rachel Lindstrom-B; Jon Suing-B; Luke Hohwieler-P. Junior Pony: Charlie Wittrock-P. Beginner: Rylee Yoshino-B; Lydia Ackerman-P; Myra Whitehead-B; Morgan Bufo-B; Dalton Plucker-B; Tori Kanz-B. Champion Senior Western Showman: Sally Peterson. Champion Junior Western Showman: Elise Ackerman. Champion Jr. Pony Western Showman: Charlie Wittrock. Champion Beginner Western Showman: Lydia Ackerman. Other Horse Show Events—Beg. Stock Seat: Tori Kanz-P; Dalton Plucker-B; Rylee Yoshino-B; Lydia Ackerman-P; Morgan Bufo-P; Myra Whitehead-P. Jr. Stock Seat: Elise Ackerman-P; Jon Suing-B; Elizabeth Stearns-B; Luke Hohwieler-P. Jr. Pony Stock Seat: Charlie Wittrock-P. Sr. Stock Seat: Katelynd Whitehead-B; Jessica HerrboldtP; Sally Peterson-B; Joe Hendrickson-P; Jordan Wittrock-P. Beg.Hunt Seat: Lydia Ackerman-B. Jr. Hunt Seat: Elise AckermanP. Sr. Hunt Seat: Jordan Wittrock-P; Katelynd Whitehead-P. Jr. Western Riding: Rylee Yoshino-R; Myra Whitehead-W. Sr. Western Riding: Katelynd Whitehead-R; Joe HendricksonP. Sr. Reining: Katelynd Whitehead-R; Joe Hendrickson-B. Jr. Trail: Myra Whitehead-R; Elise Ackerman-B; Morgan Bufo-R; Rylee Yoshino-R; Lydia Ackerman-R; Charlie Wittrock-R; Jon Suing-W; Dalton Plucker-R. Sr. Trail: Joe Hendrickson-W; Sally PetersonR; Jordan Wittrock-B; Katelynd WhiteheadB. Jr. Barrel Racing: Jon Suing-R; Myra Whitehead-P; Rylee Yoshino-B; Morgan Bufo-R; Elizabeth Stearns-P; Dalton PluckerB. Sr. Barrel Racing: Katelynd WhiteheadB; Joe Hendrickson-P; Sally Peterson-W; Jordan Wittrock-B. Jr. Pole Bending: Dalton Plucker-B; Morgan Bufo-B; Rylee Yoshino-P; Jon Suing-B; Myra Whitehead-P; Elizabeth Stearns-P. Sr. Pole Bending: Sally Peterson-B; Katelynd Whitehead-B; Jordan Wittrock-B; Joe Hendrickson-P. Out of County Horse Show Results (Minnehaha County)—Joseph Hendrickson received purple ribbons in Sr. Tie-Down Calf and Sr. Dally. He got a blue in Sr. Breakaway.
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Gerald Grohs dies at age 57 Gibbons awarded Services were held at Calvary Assembly of God Church in Sioux Falls on Thursday, July 25 for Gerald Grohs, 57, of rural Hurley, who died Sunday, July 21, 2013 at his rural Hurley home. Officiating during the service was the Rev. Dan Kuno and Rev. Wayne Jamison. Organist was Marge Wartenbee. Honorary pallbearers were Alec Grohs, Trevor Grohs, Madison Otto, Nick Otto, Nick Otto Jr., Rodney Hammerstrom, Austin Otto, Dale Schoeneman, Dan Huss, Chantz Pederson, Darrel Hoiland, Tim Finch, Rolland Lubben, Ian Reynolds, Bob Smithback, and Adam Wiebesiek. Gerald Nicholas Grohs was born on January 18, 1956 at Long Prairie, MN, the son of Joseph William and Pearl Margaret (Huss) Grohs. He grew up and attended school in Egan, SD. He began his career as a carpenter while building homes with RES Construction. He went on to work for the BNSF Railroad as a bridge builder, repairman and inspector. On June 21, 1980 he was united in marriage to Anne Reynolds at the First Baptist Church in Sioux Falls. The couple made their home in the Sioux Falls, Brandon and Valley Springs areas before moving to Worthing and presently to their home in rural Hurley. Gerald was a member of Calvary Assembly of God Church. His hobby was helping others and his family. This usually entailed
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some type of building or demolition project. He enjoyed Western movies, shows and music, but specifically liked John Wayne and Johnny Cash. He taught his daughters the gift of giving through mission work. This included trips to Costa Rica with Lindsey to build a church and to Peru and Haiti with Brianna to build a school and church. Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, Frank and Margaret Huss, his brother Dale Grohs in 1998 and step-brother, Lyle Grohs in 2013. Grateful for having shared his life are his wife, Anne, daughters: Lindsey Grohs, Hurley and Brianna (Chantz) Pederson, Guthrie, OK and one grandson, Alec Nicholas Grohs; siblings: Juliet Grohs, Russell, MN, Mickie (Darrel) Hoiland, Brandon, Donna Otto, Egan and best mate Stanley Reynolds, England as well as other relatives and a host of friends.
BROOKINGS, S.D. – Rachel Gibbons of Lennox was awarded the H.B. Matthews Scholarship at South Dakota State University for the 20132014 academic year. Gibbons is a junior majoring in advertising at SDSU, the daughter of Randy and Jani Gibbons and is a 2011 graduate of the Lennox High School. The H.B. Matthews Scholarship Award was established to honor and commemorate the memory of Professor H.B. Matthews. Professor H.B. Matthews was a distinguished faculty member at SDSU for more than forty years. In 1892, he graduated from SDSU. During his tenure on the faculty, he was Professor of Physics, Acting Dean of Engineering, and ViceDean of the Faculty. He was also the editor of the “Alumnus” alumni magazine for 17 years.
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Mass at St. Magdalen in Lennox Wednesday: Mass, 8:30 a.m. Friday: Mass, 8:30 a.m. Sunday: Mass, 10:30 a.m. * Confessions: 15 minutes before each scheduled weekday Mass and immediately following Sunday Mass; Confessions can also be arranged any time by appointment.
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Pollyanna’s Guys & Gals to hold annual club picnic, Aug. 12 The Pollyanna’s Guys and Gals held their regular monthly meeting on July 8, 2013 at the Minnehaha County 4-H Office. President Emily Kluin called the meeting to order. Pledge starter Isabel Van Veldhuizen led the club in the flag and 4-H pledges. Secretary Becky Hicks called roll and members answered by naming an exhibit they were taking to Achievement Days. New business began with the leader giving a County Achievement Days handbook to each family. Members were reminded again that the deadline for online entry of exhibits was July 15. These exhibits will then be entered on Aug. 3 from 8 to 10 a.m. in the armory at
the fairgrounds. The club will also set up and decorate their booth on that same day in the afternoon starting at 4 p.m. The club’s shift at the 4-H Snackstand is Tuesday, 7 to 11 a.m. Exhibits will be released on Aug. 11 at 6 p.m. Isabel Van Veldhuizen, Emily Kluin, and Becky Hicks volunteered to be on the recreation committee for the club picnic in August. Tori Braley gave an illustrated talk on “Fun Accessories From Unusual Material”. Beth Braley won the door prize. Vice President Jaecie Brouwer announced that the next meeting would be the annual club picnic on Aug. 12, 6:30 p.m. at Sertoma Park. Lunch was served by Kluin family.
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1001 S. Main • Lennox 647-5365 Pat Fossum & Dodi Petrich
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404 East Sixth Ave., Lennox, SD Telephone: 605-647-2251
216 S. Main, Lennox 605-647-2256 PHARMACY HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 9:30-6; Sat. 9:30-1:30
Bolte’s Sunrise
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200 S. Juniper St., Lennox 647-7460
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• Construction • Commercial • Residential • Clean-up
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605-372-7936
to subscribe.
Funeral Home 605-647-5163 Lennox, SD
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372-OTIS
Dindot Klusmann
47026 Boondocks Ct., Worthing
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Gary Oldenkamp, President 1001 S. Main, Lennox, SD
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THORNTON FLOORING Lennox, SD
605-647-2818 or 1-800-244-2149 www.homefederal.com
Sioux Falls, SD
368-2568
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Worthing Insurance
121 S Main St Worthing, SD
All lines of insurance
(605) 372-4653
Tara Stubbe, Jerry Stubbe and Gail Fenske, Agents
Call 372-2410 Worthing, SD
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SWEETER AUCTION SERVICE
EASTERN FARMERS COOP
AUCTIONEERS & CLERKING Don Sweeter Worthing, SD • (605) 372-4540
Worthing, SD 57077
R.E. Auctioneer License #64
372-3700 Agronomy & Petroleum
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