Monthly Archives: October 2002

Brue will celebrate 90th Esther Brue of Wakonda will celebrate her 90th birthday with an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, at the Wakonda Heritage Manor in the multi-purpose room. Her family will host the event. She requests no gifts. Greetings may be sent to Wakonda … Read Article →

Warriorette spikers upset the number one Baltic Bulldogs by Sandra Geuther The Wakonda Warriorettes' victory Tuesday, Oct. 15, turned out to be a big surprise for their opponent, the number-one ranked Baltic Bulldogs. The win wasn't necessarily unexpected, however, by coach Mount's Warriorettes. "We go into every game thinking we … Read Article →

Cafe becoming reality Many people of the Wakonda community have expressed enthusiastic interest in the building of the Wakonda Cafe. The footings were poured and the foundation walls have been completed. Fill material has been partially completed as of this writing and plans are to do the basement floor in … Read Article →

Donahue entertains at Heritage Manor On Wednesday, Sept. 18, Eileen Donahue entertained at the Heritage Manor with piano and vocal selections of gospel, Broadway hit tunes, and general light classics. Especially enjoyed were two well known American folk "hoe-downs" namely, The Wabash Cannon Bull and The Wreck of the Ol' … Read Article →

WHS boys' cross country wins regions by Heather Hessman Last year's Region 3B Boys' Cross Country Champion trophy went to Wakonda. That team has created a pattern, as they once again were crowned champions. A beautiful autumn Wednesday in Freeman set the scene for the Oct. 16 races. Nick Skonhovd, … Read Article →

First Lutheran holds Saturday worship First Lutheran Church in Wakonda will celebrate worship Saturday evening at 5 p.m. As has been their practice this year, come the third weekend of each month, members gather on Saturday evening. Everyone is welcome. Following the evening service, the community Sunday school meets at … Read Article →

Methodists to observe 125th On Sunday, Nov. 10 the United Methodist Church of Wakonda will be having a special day in observance of 125 years of service. Plans are for an 11 a.m. service followed by a catered dinner. At 2:30 p.m. they will hold a commerative service. In 1935 … Read Article →

Conservative approach on state budget pays off again By transferring nearly $6.2 million back into state government's budget reserve this summer, South Dakota is better prepared to weather the continuing challenges posed by the economic slowdown and the decision by voters two years ago to repeal the state inheritance tax, … Read Article →

Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield report examines local beta-blocker use Usage of beta-blockers by individuals in the greater Vermillion area is below state and national benchmarks, according to a study by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, published this week in The Wellmark Report. This is the first in … Read Article →

Economic development focus of training course More than 150 economic development advocates from across the state attended a one-day training session sponsored by the Governor's Office of Economic Development. The training session, called Economic Development: The Basics, was geared at volunteer board members, economic development staff (those new to the … Read Article →