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1 $ 00 Includes Tax Philip, South Dakota 57567 Thursday, March 3, 2016 www. pioneer-review.com Hayes community comedy play is “Operation Redneck” Hayes actor Tyler Green tries to get someone else to do his character’s laundry because he is bare except for his waders. The smell is potent – his and the laundry. His love for his daughter, though, is sweet. But she believes that his love could be deadly for her city slicker boyfriend. Del Bartels When the sheriff demands you work out the brawling yourselves, and hands you a case of beer, all gets worked out. Even a redneck and a drugstore cowboy can be friends for a few minutes. They might not feel the pain when their girlfriends and their protector get hold of them. From left, Hayes actors Jack Mortenson, Thomas Doolittle, Carissa Dolittle, Levi Neuharth and Mindy Kirkpatrick. by Del Bartels The Hayes Drama Club will present the comedy “Operation Redneck,” Friday and Saturday, March 11-12, starting at 7:00 p.m. CT, and Sunday, March 13, starting at 2:00 p.m. CT, in the Hayes Community Hall. A redneck gal is worried about her city clicker boyfriend visiting her for the first time. He may not survive meeting the community, her roommate’s boyfriend, or more especially her redneck father. Her two best friends, both somewhat “special” in their own way, scheme to do Operation Redneck to get the dude to fit in. First, they warn the gent to act a whole less city-fied. Not having a clue and going overboard, he hilariously fails. “Better change first, a little less storebought cowboy please!” The sap gets tested, threatened, attacked, kissed, arrested, drunk, displayed on television and almost falls off a watertower. Don’t believe me, better tune into the local channel 10 to see the dancing chickens, the city guy’s cooking show, the city guy’s poetry lessen and the mob rioting to kill the city guy. It’s a hoot. Every time someone says that things can’t get any worse, well that’s what the theatre phrase “on cue” means. Finally, the father discovers what his daughter has been dating. “There ain’t no problem that can’t be fixed with a gun!” Redneck justice hits the fan. For this 63rd year of community productions, the volunteer group of six actors is under the directorship of Judy Fosheim. All jokes and references to any individual or group mentioned during the play are in no way to be taken seriously. And, there are plenty. This three-act play is set in the living room of the house shared by No. 28, Vol. 110 neck boyfriend. All he needs are a constant supply of cold ones, a video game, not having a job, a The character played by Mindy Kirkpatrick, second from left, is at the end of her rope. Her city slicker girlfriend who likes riding in broboyfriend, played by Thomas Doolittle, far left, is getting real sick pretending he is a redneck. Her jokester ken cars, and proving he’s the best. friend, played by Levi Neuharth, third from left, is not quite right anyway but especially after keeping the cha- Best what is probably too much to rade from Kirkpatrick’s stage father. Meanwhile, her roommate, played by Carissa Doolittle, right, is unsuc- ask. When the city guy confesses cessfully trying to figure out almost anything. that his girlfriend, “said I needed to be more like you,” this redneck Julie, Tina and Benny. The first act is during a Saturday morning, act smartly replies, “There’s irony for you.” He finally decides he will do the two is a few hours later and act three is still later the same day. An in- ultimate for his girl by, “going to get a GED and take those college termission separates act two and act three. courses so I can get that job at the Come & Go convenience store.” Mindy Kirkpatrick takes the stage in her 10th Hayes play as a counTyler Green takes the Hayes stage for the first time, playing the cantry girl with big city dreams. “The city sure can open your eyes.” Her tankerous father. His dreams for his daughter are seemingly the exact character loves her father and her boyfriend; thus the problems start. opposite of who she is trying to hide from him. His idea of laundry day Her friends try to save her; with friends like hers, who needs enemies? is when all he has left are his fishing waders. He has the biggest gun Carissa Doolittle, in her second year on the Hayes stage, portrays an collection in this county. The play revolved around that he wants only airhead, small town girl. She is dating the epitome of a redneck. She one thing for his daughter. has no idea what an epitome is, but she has a cold beer ready for him The big city boyfriend is portrayed by Thomas Doolittle, in his first every time he says so. Hayes play. He plays a young lawyer who works for causes such as anIn his 11th Hayes play, Levi Neuharth plays the smart-mouth friend. imal rights, the wrong political party, and anything else that immensely His favorite targets for insults are the two gals, but anyone is fair game. opposes everything his girlfriend’s family stands for. He is a man’s man But, he will do anything – yes anything – to help them out. “Really!? I who likes to wear an apron when he cooks, give flowers and recite pogot to be nice to her, too! This isn’t fair!” He may verbally hit one aspect etry. He does like to kiss, that is when he’s trying not to puke. of the play, “Disgusting! No, that’s entertainment!” The play ends appropriately enough with, “Run, you good for nothing In his first Hayes play, Jack Mortenson plays the ditsy blond’s red- redneck! Run!” Local pharmacist speaks at AARP/RTA meeting by Del Bartels Courtney Kjerstad, owner of the Dakota Country Pharmacy in Philip, was the guest speaker during the monthly meeting of the Philip AARP/Retired Teachers Association, Monday, Feb. 29. She is originally from Gettysburg, and her husband, Dillon, is from Wall. They decided they would “rather have our family grow up in a small town atmosphere, everyone watching out for everyone else.” As a pharmacist, she feels fortunate that Philip has such a good health care system. Kjerstad spoke of new programs that help prevent medicinal errors, some having doses individually packed. She promoted some people using medicinal planners. Kjerstad is in favor of people continuing to use their local pharmacy rather than mail order programs. Inperson visits can take less time than getting a prescription through the mail. Often the insurance co-pay is the same or not that much different. She described a hot day, a hot mailbox, and gel medicines waiting for you to retrieve them. Mail order drugs, “If you don’t have trouble, they are good,” said Kjerstad. Besides, home health nurses can pick up medications for patients. Robots can fill prescriptions, but “we like to provide jobs for people,” said Kjerstad. People can deal with people, can answer phones and questions, and can provide other services. Everything is at the discretion of the insurance companies. They sometimes change things in the middle, and not tell you. “We spend a lot of time on the phone with insurance companies,” said Kjerstad. When a brand name of medicine first hits the market, you see a name underneath it which will eventually become the generic name. It can be nine years, or sometimes a lot longer, before other companies can manufacture the drug under the generic name. Then the prices will fall with the competition. Quality control, though, is the same. Kjerstad said that, even if the doctor writes the brand name, the pharmacy will fill the prescription with the generic brand, unless the doctor Ainslie goes to Washington by Del Bartels As the vice president of the South Dakota Retired Teachers Association, Kay Ainslie represented South Dakota in Washington, D.C. during the last national RTA convention. Making the trip by herself, Ainslie flew in after dark, then had to leave two days later before dawn. She said that she was in meetings during those days all but three hours. During one of those meetings, she visited with the South Dakota political delegation – Senators John Thune and Mike Rounds and Representative Kristi Noem. Governor Dennis Daugaard was also in Washington, D.C. at the meeting, but had to leave early. “It was kind of scary, all by myself,” said Ainslie. “It was a chance to visit. It was unique. It was a real learning experience to see people on the national level.” Inside this week: Courtesy Photo Kay Ainslie poses with the South Dakota political delegation during her Retired Teachers Association convention in Washington, D.C. From left: Senator John Thune, Representative Kristi Noem, Ainslie, and Senator Mike Rounds. Rural Livin’ … Page 3 Extension News Little Pasture on the Prairie Obituary … 5 Charles “Cotton” Spears Del Bartels Courtney Kjerstad, owner of the Dakota Country Pharmacy Sports … 8-9-11 Wrestling Boys’ & Girls’ Basketball School News specifically indicates not to. Kjerstad closed with complimenting her staff, including the recent school to work student. “We really have a good crew,” she said. In other AARP/RTA business, the local chapter gives $25 in annual membership dues to the Philip Chamber of Commerce. It annually donates $100 to the senior center. As of this year, it will donate $100 to the state RTA to go toward two $1,000 scholarships to be awarded to teachers applying from across South Dakota. Local membership dues are only $5, with what is collected going toward local park upkeep and other community projects. Robert McDaniel reported that, so far this tax return season, he has done 35 free tax returns. This is about half of last year’s total, Hanrahans part of leadership conference Coincidence caught Ainslie’s attention while there. Teaching since she was 17, she had Round’s daughter-in-law as a kindergarten student. Thune used to compete in music contests in Philip. While there, Ainslie met the son of Philip Physician’s Assistant Janell Gerberding. Ainslie reported that it amazed her that several states do not have Social Security as South Dakotans know it. If a covered spouse passes away, the survivor does not receive anything. During her three free hours, she went with two other national RTA members to see Arlington Cemetery and several war memorials. She saw only the back of the White House as they drove by. “Oh well, that’s how life goes,” said Ainslie. Ainslie later reported on the convention to the SD RTA. School to Work … 10 Part 1 of a 3 part series on school internships with a large percentage of the tax season remaining. Clients do not have to be AARP or RTA members to get free tax return expertise. Winners of the fifth grade grandparents essays will be announced after the SD RTA convention, May 3-4 in Pierre. The annual lobby day in Pierre is receiving more and more interest. Marcia West said, “If you didn’t get to go this year, let us know and we will make sure you get to go next year.” Attendees talk to legislators and witness senate and house floor discussions. Transportation is free, as is the noon meal with legislators. An open informational meeting by the Country Cupboard food pantry is set for March 21 in the lobby of the Senechal Apartments, starting at 5:30 p.m. The next meeting for the Philip chapter of AARP/RTA is Monday, March 28, at the Bad River Senior Citizen’s Center, starting at 6:00 p.m. The guest speakers are the candidates for city council seats and for school board seats, if there are any who do not run unopposed. Six young agriculture producers from South Dakota attended the Young Farmers and Ranchers national conference, Feb. 12-15, in Kansas City, Mo. Chad and Kathy Hanrahan, Milesville, Nick and Bekah Ihnen, Tulare, and Kelsi LaMont and Travis Grave, Willow Lake, attended from South Dakota. The American Farm Bureau Federation event focused on leadership and personal development opportunities for young farmers and ranchers ages 18 to 35. “It was great to meet some other state YF&R chairs and lots of new people. We got to bring home information that we can use in our own operations, our county Farm Bureaus and our state YF&R committee,” said C. Hanrahan. Chad and Kathy serve as co-chairs of the S.D. Farm Bureau YF&R committee this year. Correction: Last week’s issue’s larger story of this event displayed the incorrect photo. I apologize for Public Notices … 12 Classifieds School & Public Lands Page Notice of Cancellation of Election 13 Notice of Board of Equalization Courtesy Photo South Dakotans attending the Young Farmers and Ranchers national leadership conference included Chad and Kathy Hanrahan, Milesville. any inconvenience this may have caused. Del Bartels Page 14 Midwest Coop. Market Report Philip Livestock Auction Report Weekend Weather 2 Opinion Kristi Noem MAYORAL PROCLAMATION CITY OF PHILIP, SD DAY OF PRAYER FOR EMERGENCY RESPONDERS Representative from South Dakota Women of Influence Among South Dakota’s Great Faces are countless women who have had a strong influence over the way we live and work. They may be our mothers, sisters or daughters. Perhaps a co-worker, employer, or teacher. Maybe they are one of South Dakota’s notable female pioneers. Perhaps she is even the pioneer woman herself, Laura Ingalls Wilder, whose literary works brought life on the prairie to readers (and later viewers) around the globe. There is also Gladys Pyle from Huron, who in 1938 became the first female senator in United States history to serve as a Republican. Even more recently, Rapid City’s Becky Hammon has broken significant barriers in sports, be- WHEREAS, Americans have long turned to prayer both in times of joy and times of sorrow. On their voyage to the New World, the earliest settlers prayed that they would “rejoice together, mourn together, labor, and suffer together, always having before our eyes our commission and community in the work.” From that day forward, Americans have prayed as a means of uniting, guiding, and healing. In times of hardship and tragedy, and in periods of peace and prosperity, prayer has provided reassurance, sustenance, and affirmation of common purpose; and, WHEREAS, prayer brings communities together and can be a wellspring of strength and support. In the aftermath of senseless acts of violence, the prayers of countless Americans signal to grieving families and a suffering community that they are not alone. Their pain is a shared pain, and their hopes a shared hope. Regardless of religion or creed, Americans reflect on the sacredness of life and express their sympathy for the wounded, offering comfort and holding up a light in the an hour of darkness; and, WHEREAS, all of us have the freedom to pray and exercise our faiths openly. Our laws protect these God-given liberties, and rightly so. Today and every day, prayers will be offered in houses of worship, at community gatherings, in our homes, and in neighborhoods all across our country. Let us give thanks for the freedom to practice our faith as we see fit, whether individually or in fellowship; and, John Thune WHEREAS, on this day, let us remember in our thoughts and prayers all those affected by recent events involving the emergency responders throughout the United States of America. Let us pray for the law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical service personnel, and other first responders who put themselves in harm’s way to protect their fellow Americans. Let us pray for the safety of our brave men and women in uniform and their families who serve and sacrifice for our country. Let us come together to pray for peace and goodwill today and in the days ahead as we work to meet the great challenges of our time; and, U.S. Senator from South Dakota New Law a Win for Consumers, Producers and Innovators Honey production is an important part of South Dakota’s agriculture economy. In fact, we are consistently one of the top honey producing states in the country. While that is a badge of honor many South Dakotans wear proudly, and rightly so, the United States produces less than half the honey it consumes, which means there is a lucrative market for foreign competitors to export their product to the United States. Over the years, I’ve learned a lot about the unfair practice of circumventing our trade laws, conducted primarily by Chinese honey producers trying to cheat the market, a process known as “honey laundering.” In 2011, Richard Adee, a well-known honey producer from Bruce, testified before a congressional panel I led about the negative economic effects honey laundering has had on WHEREAS, during this time we also recognize the six law enforcement officers, thirty-six volunteer firefighters, and seventeen volunteer emergency medical service providers in our community. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Michael Vetter, Mayor of the City of Philip, South Dakota, do hereby proclaim the fourth day of March in the year two thousand and sixteen as, “DAY OF PRAYER FOR EMERGENCY RESPONDERS.” I join the community in giving thanks, in accordance with our own faiths and consciences, for our many freedoms and blessings, in asking for God’s continued guidance, mercy, and protection. Dated this 4th day of March 2016. /s/ Michael Vetter, Mayor ATTEST /s/ Monna Van Lint, Finance Officer Lookin’ Around “Most men lead lives of quiet desperation.” This is a quote from Henry David Thoreau and has some truth to it. In other words, there are quite a few situations where we feel fairly desperate but keep it to ourselves and don’t shout it out to anyone else. Say, for instance, the deadline for this article is coming right up, and you don’t have two original or constructive thoughts to rub together. What to do? What to do? Well, you may have to look at some pictures or take a walk and see if anything pops up. Maybe you spy a fire hydrant and can dredge up enough interesting stuff connected with that to discuss it in eight or nine-hundred words. I mean, what do we really know about fire hydrants? Sure, you’re not supposed to park your car in front of one in case there’s a law against that which there usually is. Some water might be needed and would be hard to get with your silly vehicle parked right in the way. Other questions might involve how you turn the things on, how much pressure the water has down under there, where does the water come from and in what size of pipe, etc. I’m sure you all want answers to these important questions so maybe we’ll work on that another day when absolutely no other topic comes to mind. Another desperate situation is when it is already Saturday and you haven’t picked out a prelude or other music yet to play for church on Sunday. That would mean, ob- viously, that you haven’t practiced it either. Maybe you haven’t even touched the piano all week and your fingers are feeling a bit stiff and out of shape. The choices then come down to picking something simple that won’t take much work or else finding something harder and practicing a whole lot. Just making such choices can put your mind in a knot. Then we come to food. The house may be stuffed with all kinds of it, but you can’t decide what you’re hungry for or how much time you have for preparation and clean up. You come up with all kinds of possibilities that play through your mind and you’re still undecided. Should you just make it easy on yourself and grab a TV dinner out of the freezer? Even then, would it be better cooked in a regular oven or quickly in the microwave? I almost always opt for the microwave due to regular bouts of impatience or laziness, but once in a great while the regular oven gets pressed into service. Breakfast is particularly tough because there are so many great choices such as eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes and whatnot. You do have to remember that breakfast clean-up is particularly significant since eggs glue themselves to everything, grease gets everywhere with bacon, and pancake syrup is so dreadfully sticky. A decision has to be made, and that can be stressful. Fortunately, as they say, “This too will pass.” Resolutions come about eventually and you can go on to other things (or other worries.) Subscription Rates: For Haakon, Jackson, and Jones counties, Creighton, Wall, Quinn, Marcus, Howes, Plainview, and Hayes addresses: $39.00 per year (+ Tax); Elsewhere: $45.00 per year. South Dakota residents are required to pay sales tax. Periodicals postage paid at Philip, SD. Postmaster, send change of address notice to: Pioneer Review, PO Box 788, Philip, SD 57567; or FAX to: 605/859-2410. Website Subscription Rate: $36. E-mail address: subscriptions@pioneer-review.com website: www.pioneer-review.com Established in 1906. The Pioneer Review, the official newspaper of Haakon County, the towns of Philip and Midland, and Haakon School District 27-1 is published weekly by Ravellette Publications, Inc. Pioneer Review office is located at 221 E. Oak Street in Philip, South Dakota. domestic producers and familyrun businesses. Thanks to producers like Richard who told their story and kept pressure on lawmakers in Washington, the United States is cracking down on these unethical practices and the importers who knowingly break the law. Free trade is only fair trade when our trading partners all play by the same set of rules. These provisions to combat honey laundering, along with several others I authored aimed at providing relief to consumers, assistance to small businesses and incentives to innovators, were signed into law as part of a larger means building paths to upward mobility, giving more families the opportunity to rise from poverty into the middle class. As a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, this is an area I am actively working on. There is so much we can do to make our welfare system more accountable to both taxpayers and the families it’s intended to help. We also need to develop a healthy economy that produces more and better paying jobs. We need to secure our neighborhoods, our borders, and our homeland. We need to create more opportunities – that is the only way America’s next chapter will be more successful than the last. I want to foster opportunities that help more South Dakotans thrive. One way I’m doing that is by holding my first Women of Influence Conference in Sioux Falls, March 31. This will be a networking and education opportunity for women who are interested in changing the minds and hearts of those around them. We have an incredible line-up of special guests who will provide tools, advice and contacts that I’m hopeful will help women across the state take their next step – whether they are just starting off or backed by years of experience. Attendees will hear from familiar faces, including Angela Kennecke of KELOLAND, Karla Santi of Blend Interactive, and Melissa Johnson of Oh My Cupcakes! Entertainment Tonight’s Mary Hart is our keynote speaker and what an incredible story she has to tell, building a career that took her from Madison to the red carpet. Businesses and organizations from across the state will also be on hand to provide conferencegoers with resources, tools and information. If you or a woman who has influenced your life is interested in attending, RSVP at noem.house.gov/WomenOfInfluence. I hope to see you there as we continue to build an even brighter tomorrow for South Dakota. trade enforcement bill, which enjoyed broad support on Capitol Hill. It passed the Senate in early February by a vote of 75-20. Also included in this trade enforcement bill is a provision to make it easier for small businesses to import components they need to create products sold in traditional brick and mortar stores or online venues like eBay and Etsy. When the ability of American entrepreneurs to send and receive necessary components or products becomes encumbered by unnecessary costs and red tape, it makes it more difficult for their business to grow. With that in mind, my provision increases the threshold for certain duty-free imports, which reduces complexity and a heavy paperwork burden and gives these small businesses one less thing to worry about. Finally, in a victory for both consumers and businesses, accessing the Internet will no longer be a taxable event. This is good news for families and small businesses who currently pay an access tax on their monthly cable or phone bill. A permanent ban on Internet access taxes gives our entrepreneurs and innovators a greater incentive to continue working toward the next generation of connectivity in America, and the next big thing yet to be invented. I was also glad to see a provision that gives states that currently tax Internet access four years to prepare for this transition. Amid all the seemingly bad news that comes out Washington, D.C., it is nice to share some good news. We are starting 2016 off on the right foot, and I hope we will be able to score more victories for South Dakotans over the course of the year. Fridge Door Notes & Reminders Call 859-2516 | ads@pioneer-review.com BADLANDS BAD RIVER REGIONAL … Job fair Friday, March 11, noon to 6 p.m. at the Philip School Fine Arts Building. For more information go to badlandsbadriver.com FREE TAX PREPARATION … AARP TaxAide will be providing free Federal tax return preparation at the Senior Center Philip on Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. to Noon. The service is open to all ages with emphasis on low and middle income taxpayers. Call Bob McDaniel 859-2227 for appointment or more info. Syd Iwan | iwan@gwtc.net Desperado coming the first full-time female coach in NBA history and the first female head coach in the NBA’s Summer League, which she led her team to win. Without question, some incredible women have called South Dakota home. March is Women’s History Month, and as important as it is to reflect back on all the women whose shoulders we stand on today, I try to remain focused on building a bigger foundation on which the next generation of leaders can stand. To do so, we must unlock the potential of hardworking Americans – both women and men – empowering them to build a future that is better and brighter and more prosperous than we could have imagined. From a policy perspective, it Pioneer Review • March 3, 2016 Take income taxes, for example. Earlier this month I was in a sweat to get those figured out and in the mail. Several times in the past I’ve gotten really close to the deadline before getting the return churned out. This year was better in that no emergencies came up to complicate matters, and I got the return mailed almost a week before the deadline. Then yesterday, I was scheduled for the third and last shot in my right eye to help with the macular degeneration there. I missed the last appointment through various bits of confusion, but this time I made it. It wasn’t a lot of fun but wasn’t that bad either. It is now done and no more shots are needed for the time being although I’m supposed to return in three months for a checkup. I should probably start worrying about that soon in case there is a recurrence and more shots are needed. The Eagles sang a song some years ago that is one of my favorites and was called “Desperado.” For all you desperados out there, here are a few words from that song: “Desperado, why don’t you come to your senses? Come down from your fences, open the gate. It may be rainin’, but there’s a rainbow above you.” That’s the truth, it may be raining or about to, but there may well be a rainbow above you. We should probably look down less and up more. I’ve always been a fan of rainbows. Perhaps, as the song suggests, we should come to our senses “before it’s too late.” Okay, we can do that, can’t we? Philip, SD U.S.P.S. 433-780 Phone: (605) 859-2516; • FAX: (605) 859-2410; e-mail: ads@pioneer-review.com Copyrighted 1981: Ravellette Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Nothing may be reprinted, photocopied, or in any way reproduced from this publication, in whole or in part, without the written consent of the publisher. DEADLINES: Display & Classified Advertising: Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. (MT) Legals: Fridays at 5:00 p.m. (MT) Publisher: Don Ravellette Gen. Mgr. of Operations/Ad Design: Kelly Penticoff Ad Design: Mary Ravellette Editor/News Reporter: Del Bartels; Reporter: Nancy Haigh Ad Sales: Beau Ravellette AA & AL-ANON ... meetings will now start at 7:00 p.m. on Monday evenings. To have your NON-PROFIT meeting listed here, please submit them by calling: 859-2516, or emailing to: ads@pioneer-review. com. We will run your event notice the two issues prior to your event at no charge. Country Praises Del Bartels | 859-2516 | newsdesk@pioneer-review.com Knowing reasons Darkness still covered the prairie. The question was whether it was Mexican prairie or open territory soon to be called Texas. The young man wondered if reinforcements would arrive at fallen San Antonio, and at the mission complex called Alamo. He was one of almost 200, settlers and other volunteers, under Commander William Travis. He looked up to all his compatriots, especially the legendary James Bowie and former Tennessee congressman David Crocket. The group had abandoned the town, hoping to hold up in this old mission-turned-fort. Depending on how good your eyes were at distances, there were maybe 1,800 to 6,000 Mexican soldiers surrounding them. The Texans had been waiting for 12 days now, with the enemy’s red flag, declaring no quarter would be given, flying outside the walls. It was March 6, 1836. Little did the young man know that the Texas had been declared as a republic March 2. He would never know. He was told the army out- side the walls was under the generalship of a Santa Anna. That army would be defeated before the end of the year by Texas fighters. This, too, the man would never know. It was still black outside. Suddenly mens’ voices sounded the alarm. The next hour or two would be hell. He raced to the wall nearest the old church. Columns of trained soldiers came at them. He didn’t know the numbers, he knew there were just too many. The defenders used some cannons, but mostly muzzle-loading rifles to slow the tide. The effort didn’t go well for very long. Within minutes, Mexican soldiers breached the north wall and flooded into the compound. They came for the church, where the young man and the remaining defenders made a last stand. Bodies were everywhere. Soldiers climbed over downed soldiers. They just kept coming. Predawn darkness became even worse with smoke. He fought, he knew not how long, but muscles screamed at him, having reached an end point yet still working. He still had room to use his rifle as a club. They still came at him. How many of his fellow Texans were already dead? He didn’t know. Was the rest of the compound taken? He didn’t know. He could not have known that historians would argue if the settlers killed three to one or 10 to one. He could not know the fall of the Alamo would become a battle cry for the independence of a future state of the United States. He could not have known the wonders that would be common place 180 years from now. He could not have known the future size of tiny San Antonio. Dawn hazed the horizon. It streamed through the smoke. Broken outlines of windows became blinding holes of light. More and more soldiers blocked the light. He no longer had room to swing his rifle. His knife was all he had. The soldiers pressed in. He did not know what death would be like. Suddenly, the soldiers stepped back. 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The “Letters” column is intended to offer readers the opportunity to express their opinions. It is not meant to replace advertising as a means of reaching people. This publication’s goal is to protect the first amendment guarantee of free speech. Your comments are welcomed and encouraged. The Pioneer Review • P.O. Box 788 • Philip, SD 57567-0788 • (605) 859-2516 • FAX: (605) 859-2410 Rural Livin’ March 3, 2016 • Pioneer Review Little Pasture on the Prairie Growing in Agriculture Eliza Blue | elizabluesings@gmail.com The Bean and I are visiting Grandma in Minneapolis for the week while I play a few shows. We are enjoying our trip, though I had forgotten how terrible driving in a city can be, and we both miss our little house on the prairie. This is the column I wrote one year ago exactly. It is so amazing to think back to a time before I'd met my little Bean. Of course, now it feels like I have known him forever. What a delight he is! I'll be back next week with more news from the pasture... Eleven years ago I was living and working in Minneapolis. I had a little apartment and a little dog. I was teaching music to kids during the day, and scrounging up my courage to take my guitar out and play my tentative folk songs for strangers in the evenings. I didn't mind living in Minneapolis. I liked my little apartment with its burnished wood floors, and dark, walnut woodwork. But on my birthday that year I drove out of the city to walk alone in the forest. On a page from my journal dated that day, I taped two pale leaves, winnowed down to stem and veins, soft as silk, and delicate as a moth's wings. Next to them I wrote: "I want more of this, and less of everything else." What did I want exactly? I am not sure I knew even then, but I remember the longing well, and I can describe it, though only in metaphor. To put it simply, I wanted the world to get so wide, and so quiet, I could hear everything I needed to know in the silence. Today I am 37 years old. I have that big quiet now. Not all the time, mind you, but it lives to the north and east of me, so I visit it almost every day. The decade that has past since I found those leaves was a long one, but all things considered, a decade searching for the big quiet is a decade well spent, and in the overarching framework of things, isn't very long at all. And it isn't the only wish that has been granted. Even as I write this, I can feel the lively flutters of a baby that is growing bigger and stronger every day, and will be ready in a few more months to meet the world. We call him the little bean sprout, but he is more like a fish, stirring up a current, then falling asleep, lulled by the gentle waves. Somedays he likes to swim to the edge of the water and push, push, push; other days he is content to simply paddle in place. No one ever told me how like a fish bowl I'd feel, my skin and bones SDSU Extension Leacey Brown, Gerontology Field Specialist Tips for remaining in the home as we age Our home is the physical embodiment of our memories. Our children took their first steps there. We gathered there with family and friends for holidays and birthdays. We planted the tree in the front yard. Our home is an extension of ourselves. In fact, 87% of adults age 65 and older and 71% of people age 50 to 64 want to remain in their home or community as they age. When you envision your retirement years, do you see yourself staying in your current home? If the answer is yes, then home modification may be essential to making that dream a reality. Because depending on the magnitude of modifications, they can cost $100,000 (e.g. building an addition to add a bedroom and bathroom to the main floor). Home modifications are changes made to the home to increase the accessibility of the home. Accessibility ensures people with disabilities can live in and use the home. Common accessibility features include: •Extra-wide hallways and doors •Lever-style handles on doors and faucets •No-step entry •Accessible electrical controls (no bending or reaching required) •Single-floor living (homes with both a bathroom and bedroom on the entry level) What are the benefits of home modifications? 1. Greater prospect of remaining in the home if you or a loved one develop a disability. Remaining in the home is a high priority for View & download online production sale books: www.RPI promotions. com Spring is coming! Calving Supplies: •Ear Tags •Vaccines/Guns •Calf Milk •Calf Electrolyte •Colostrx® Supplements Jones’ Saddlery, Bottle & Vet Locally owned & operated 859-2482 • Philip many adults age 50 and older. While the vast majority of people age 65 and older are active and independent, our risk of developing a disability increases with age. Our home can be the biggest barrier to remaining in the home after developing a disability or experiencing a short-term injury. 2. Reduced risk of accident or injury. We often remain in unmodified homes after developing a disability. One in three older adults fall each year and most falls take place in the home. Many of these falls could be eliminated or reduced in severity by modifying the home environment. Some changes are inexpensive, requiring only manual labor (e.g. arranging furniture and removing clutter). Other changes are more costly and time consuming, like relocating a laundry room to the main floor. 3. Reduced risk of negatively impacting home resale value. Modifications needed to make a home usable for a person with a disability can impact the value of the home or make it difficult to sell. Fortunately universal design has emerged as an alternative to traditional accessibility modifications. Universal design is the practice of building homes for people of all ages and abilities with minimum adaptation or specialized design. As a result, the home can be both accessible and fashionable. The amount of money to save for home modifications is determined by your home, number of existing accessibility features, and whether the boundary of his small ocean. No one ever told me because, really, it is too strange and spectacular to explain. So I am 37, which seems old to be doing this sort of thing for the first time, but is the youngest I'll ever be again. I am, very, very, thankfully an official member of the better late than never club. Sometimes it feels scary – to be inexperienced and tender again, and in my fear, I forget to listen for the big quiet. Thank goodness the sparrows come to sing at my windows, and the wind comes to sigh around the corners of my house – they remind me to stop, to go outside, to drop down into the deep cavern of stillness. Into my own round breath, into my own small song. I think about the little bean sprout, swimming and sleeping and waiting. I think about how much I longed to be a mother, to have a child of my own. How I feared it would never happen for me, and how it hurt, and kept hurting, and seemed like it would never end. It was like mourning in reverse, the heavy sadness of missing someone who had never been born. But what if my wish had been granted sooner? What if a baby had come to me before I learned how to listen so well? Before I learned to walk toward the peace the world makes when we remember we were all little seedlings once, and someday, we will all become the beautiful shadows of winter worn leaves. you opt for accessible or universal design. Beyond accessibility features, additional modifications may be necessary to maintain ability to live in and use the home. For example, an unmodified bathroom could pose significant barriers to a person with a disability. A person who uses a wheelchair may experience significant challenges because of the absence of space below the sink and limited space between the toilet and vanity. Home modifications are sometimes delayed out of fear of adversely impacting resale value of the home. Another fear is making the home look like a hospital or nursing home. With advancements in universal design, modifications can be made to the home that increase accessibility while maintaining resale value and aesthetic appeal. For example, grab bars can be disguised as towel rods or toilet paper dispensers. Planning ahead is key because universal design can have a greater cost than traditional accessibility modifications. Lucas Lentsh, S.D. Secretary of Agriculture A Decrease in Tillage South Dakota’s farmers and ranchers are among our state’s top conservationists. They know that by caring for the soil and water they rely on, they are also ensuring their legacy by protecting natresources for future ural generations. Today, producers are employing a multitude of different strategies to maximize their operation while also preserving these precious resources. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resource Conservation Service in South Dakota published the 2015 Cropping Systems Inventory Results report late last fall. The report provides a statistical glimpse into the types of cropping systems our state’s farmers are using. It shows us that there has been a significant increase in the number of South Dakota farmers using conserva- … •Insurance on Spring Crops (Sign-up deadline is March 15th) Nancy Haigh Moving? Please send your change of address, two weeks in advance, to: subscriptions @pioneerreview.com Reminder: Livestock Price Insurance is available. Call us for coverage or a quote … WE REPRESENT SEVERAL COMPANIES! CREW AGENCY, LTD. 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Thank you. 4-H members Grace Pekron, left, Sarah Parsons and Connor Hovland practice their photography skills after receiving some key portrait shot tips. In the background Lukas Butler and Cedar Gabriel search for a location.They, and several other Haakon-Jackson 4-H members, met Friday, Feb. 26 for a Youth In Action day that included judging contests, livestock skillathon, photography and learning how to perform CPR. For more photos on their YIA day visit their Facebook page, SDSU Extension Haakon/ Jackson County 4-H. OFFICE: (605) 433-5411 TOLL-FREE: 1-888-433-8750 WILL BE GLAD TO DISCUSS tion in their cropland management systems in the past ten years. Of South Dakota’s 66 counties, 17 now have 75-percent or more of their acres classified as no-till acres. That’s a jump from only four counties in 2004. Soil and water health continues to take center stage at a regional and national level. With the Environmental Protection Agency’s attempt to expand their reach through the redefinition of what constitutes a “water of the United States,” agriculture often times gets a bad reputation. It’s important to highlight the efforts being made by our farmers and ranchers that preserve our natural resources while also increasing the quality and quantity of the food they produce. By utilizing no-till practices, farmers are leaving more organic matter in the soil which can help improve how well 4-H youth participate in YIA day CREW AGENCY, LTD. WE 3 CACTUS FLAT EXIT 131 “CROP INSURANCE SPECIALISTS SINCE 1984” Philip Socials 4 Pioneer Review • March 3, 2016 You’re invited to celebrate with us … Philip Area Community Foundation Saturday, March 5th • 6:00 p.m. American Legion Hall • 705 W. Pine St. • Philip Please join us for supper and entertainment with Guest Speaker DeMaris Paulson Nesheim Announcement of the 1st Grant Award from the foundation!! Hit & Miss 859-2516 | betty@pioneer-review.com | MR.Hansen@sdsmt.edu | lerekiel@gwtc.net Elderly Meals Thursday, March 3: Chicken Kiev, Baked Potato with Butter and Sour Cream, Baked Beans, Fruit. Friday, March 4: French Dip, Bacon and Garlic Green Beans, Fruit. Monday, March 7: Pork Fritter, Squash, Harvard Beets, Corn Muffin, Fruit. Tuesday, March 8: Finger Steaks, French Fries, Cauliflower, Fruit. Wednesday, March 9: Sloppy Joes, Macaroni Salad, Peas, Watermelon. Thursday, March 10: Beef Rouladen, Red Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Fruit. *** Philip Bus Schedule: Trip to Rapid City every Tuesday and Thursday. To go please call 605441-1495. Wall bus to Rapid City every Wednesday – leaves from Philip. For questions please call Kay Ainslie at 859-2670 or 4412449. *** News from Barbara and M.R. Hansen Barbara writes ... my six weeks of radiation treatment in Rapid City has finally concluded and now we can get back to Philip and back to ordinary life. It did go fairly quickly and so good to again see the friendly faces of Philip. With heartfelt gratitude, I want to thank the wonderful and caring people of this March 4-7: Until Forever March 11-14 How to Be Single March 18-21 Risen March 25-28 Eddie the Eagle April 1-4 Zootopia Fri: 8:00 p.m. Sat: 8:00 p.m. Sun: 1:30 p.m. Mon: 7:00 p.m. For updates on movies, call: Gem Theatre 859-2000 • Philip community and area, both known and unknown to me, for the cards, prayers and heartwarming wishes for good health. I am still in awe of the kindness you have shown. As an old saying goes, “If you are unhealthy you have one wish. If you are healthy, you have a thousand.” I'm now on my way to a thousand wishes! We also want to thank our dear brother and sister-in-law, Wayne and Gwynn Hansen, for “inviting” us to stay at their home in Rapid City. It saved us a lot of grief and expense and their kindness made it all bearable. We have a “little” surprise for them when they return home. And most of all, I must thank my wonderful and loving husband, M.R. Hansen, for his amazing support, care, compassion and attending every treatment and doctor visit and never objecting about any detail. He stood by me in every way. I told him he would get another star in his crown for his kind heartedness! Oh, and it was his idea to take a “radiation vacation” to the island of Molokai. I had two lovely surprises on Friday while still in Rapid. My niece, Susan Overstreet, Sturgis, called to say she was in town and that I must come over to visit at her friend's home. I asked who her friend was, and lo and behold, it was another niece, Sheridan Hansen. The two ladies had just become friends and realized I was an aunt to both of them – from dif- ferent sides of the family. They thought that was pretty coincidental and just had to have me come over. The other surprise was that Sheridan and her son, Tiger, age 8, were playing the piano in a recital at the mall that afternoon. M.R. and I went for the rehearsal. There were four pianos set up and each piano had two players. The music book said “Duets for Piano” and everyone began playing together all in perfect harmony. How heartwarming it was to see mother and son sitting together, playing beautiful tunes. Another dear niece and our godchild, Anna Gamroth, age 9, from Sommerset told me she was giving a presentation on Mongolia. I was so proud that she choose Mongolia and brought her some things she could show – pictures of the Mongolia countryside, money called togregs, some stamps she could give away and a little pink brocade blouse that she could wear which was hand made in Mongolia. I sure wished I could to go her presentation. Saturday, we got to Philip in time to attend the birthday celebration of Gay Logan at the senior citizens center. It seemed that the whole town had come down to give their greetings. There was a table full of tasty finger foods of salami, olives, cheese and crackers. At the other tables were bowls of mints and peanuts and the centerpiece was a long-stemmed red rose. Gay's Dad, It’s true – you’ve always been a man that stood apart, but now you’re 50 years of age. So happy birthday you old fart. With love, Amanda, Cassandra & Emily Jason Schofield to the calendar every fourth year because the orbit of the sun is not exactly 365 days, but there is more to the story. "... that every 400 years the leap year is not performed. Everyone knows this, except, in the year 2000 – we were there – we had a leap year." That is because the orbit of the sun is not exactly 365.25 days either. So the exception to the exception happened that year. There is a name for this complicated calculation, bissextile. Definition of bissextile: The sixth of the calends of March, or 24th day of February, which was reckoned twice every fourth year, by the intercalation of a day. Leap year; every fourth year, in which a day is added to the month of February on account of the excess of the tropical year (365 d. 5 h. 48 m. 46 s.) above 365 days. But one day added every four years is equivalent to six hours each year, which is 11 m. 14 s. more than the excess of the real year. Hence, it is necessary to suppress the bissextile day at the end of every century which is not divisible by 400, while it is retained at the end of those which are divisible by 400. We also add leap seconds once in a while, if you want to get even more complicated. We went to the auction yesterday sponsored by Jerry and Pam Ingram. It was standing room only and a good assortment of material. It was a huge social event with at least 100 pickups parked outside and on the street. The only safe way to attend is to not get a bidder’s number. The cherry pie was fabulous and our compliments to whoever made it. A person can learn a lot at the Philip Pit Stop. Today we had a lengthy discussion of the auction sale. Someone knew what every item went for, who bought it, if it was a good deal or not, how old the item was, what it made out of, all aspect of the various vehicles, who was there or not there, etc. Also at the Philip Pit Stop you can get a complete weather report including what time the snow or rain will start or stop, how much rain or snow was received, various road conditions, the speed of the wind, etc. For example, one guy said that last week the wind was 84 mph here in town and another guy immediately said it was 87 mph out in the country. The first liar never has a chance. Did you know we have one Civil War vet buried in the Philip cemetery? His name is Bernard O'Connell, the great-grandfather of Peggy Gittings Hook. His grave is life in pictures were displayed on a video presentation for all to see and she looked strikingly beautiful in her burgundy pantsuit as she visited with friends. Gay's brother, Don Denke, married M.R.'s sister, Delores Hansen, back in 1959. We have a picture of them in the Virgil and Vivian house (our house now) standing by the bannister in their wedding regalia. Sunday, we stopped over at Chuck and Etta's for coffee and some of Etta's homemade treats. A few weeks back, I had told Chuck that I had an idea for a project. So lo and behold, he had a little box of sliced Brazilian agates I could use. The idea is to have something etched on each rock. There's a fellow in Rapid that does etchings on cups, rocks, etc. Just one other word about the six weeks in Rapid City. I had coffees, lunches, Bible studies, and other fun get-togethers with family and friends. It certainly helped pass the time. We had a Japanese lunch with our son, Clay, at least once a week. I had so much fun with my sisters, Nita, Sharon and Gwenda, laughing and talking about anything. I must thank them for their wonderful support and prayers and all the people in the Rapid area who said prayers and sent good wishes my way. People are such humanitarians, a wonderful gift and blessing – and life is beautiful!! M.R. Hansen writing – Thank you, Barbara, for your kind words. I love you and will help you all of my life. When someone has cancer, you learn quickly what is important to you. Thank you everyone for your prayers for Barbara. Do not be afraid to tell someone you love them. Barbara is now cancer free and we pray it will stay that way. I spoke to someone a while back and he said he had radiation treatment 20 years ago and is still going strong. Today is Feb. 29 and this is a leap year. According to the computer 4.8 million people in the U.S.A. have a birthday on this day, including Gay Logan who is 21. Roger Johnson also has a birthday today and is 15. He said he wants to get a driver's license on his next birthday! Anyway, happy birthday to them and perhaps others here in Philip. If you want to start a big argument just ask some salaried person if he/she is working for free on Feb. 29 or if they should get more money for a leap year? Fuddy alerted me to some important details regarding leap year. We all know that one day is added Estate & Auction O’Dea Real LLC CURRENT LISTINGS (567 TILLABLE ACRES) High Productivity Rated Soils Great Access, Close to Town, Good Hunting Area $1,875/acre *OFFERS CONSIDERED* 4 BEDROOM, 2 FULL & 2 1/2 BATHS New Paint, New Windows, Corner Lot, 18x24 Garage *PRICED REDUCED* $150,000.00 MIKE O’DEA • 605-441-6212 • odea605rea.com Broker Associate with Bertolotto Real Estate & Auction Inc. THANK YOU … for an amazing six months!! Since we opened the doors we have lost 660 pounds (this total is only the members who have given me permission to use their results), lowered prescription medications, lost countless inches, lowered cholesterol and blood pressure and rid ourselves of bad eating habits. What we have gained is so much more … self confidence, our health, friendships, cardiac endurance, muscle endurance, core strength, healthy eating habits, successful goal setting habits, strength and so much energy!! Tricia Burns & Team Burns, LLC Ignite Cycle Studio 202 E. Pine St., Philip located in section O-1 of our cemetery and shows that he lived 18461916. The Civil War was 1861-1865, so he was fighting as a teenager. His wife, Jane, 18561922, is buried beside him. According to Peggy, Bernard homesteaded around Beresford and his son homesteaded around Philip. Peggy also mentioned that Jane had one set of triplets, two sets of twins, and a total of 13 kids. News from Loren Kiel Last week started out on a sad note for us as we attended the gravesite rites at the Masonic Cemetery Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 23, for 83-year-old Don Keyser. He grew up on his parents’ farm located about 34 miles northwest of Philip and about midway between the communities of Hilland and Ash Creek. Don was one of five brothers and two sisters, the family of Lowell and Mayme Keyser. Don’s wife of 60 years, Mary Alice (Hendricksen), is the daughter of the late G.D Hendrickson and wife, Alice. G. D. Hendrickson was superintendent of the Philip school system from 1931 to January of 1956. His wife was a school teacher and music/band director during those years. Don Keyser served in the U.S. Army 1953-1955 and was stationed at Fort Sill, Okla. He attended both South Dakota State University in Brookings and Northern State University in Aberdeen. He made his career as a grain elevator manager, last serving in Blunt, before retiring in Rapid City. Don and Mary Alice have two daughters and a son, five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren besides two step great-granddaughters. We saw Don and Mary Alice on various occasions as they came back to Philip. They have connections here as their daughter, Karen, and husband, Mark Nelson, live on their ranch about 17 miles northeast of Philip. In the past, Karen’s parents have attended the Philip Community Christmas Cantata as both Mark and Karen sang in it. They came back to Philip Festival Days and PHS class reunions. Rose and I have also seen and visited with them on occasions when we visited Trinity Lutheran Church in Rapid City. Don sometimes served there as an usher or a greeter. His memorial service was held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church in Rapid City. It was a sunny day, but a bit cool at the cemetery with a northwest wind. Rush Funeral Home had provided a tarp windbreak on the upwind side. At the conclusion of the rite of burial conducted by Rev. Wilbur Holz, Don was given full military honors with the 21 gun salute followed by a buglers rendition of “Taps.” A fellowship for the family and friends was held at the Bad River Senior Citizen’s Center with refreshments furnished by the ladies of the United Church. While there, we met members of the family we had not known and greeted those whom we did know. Rose and I were introduced to Don and Mary Alice’s son, Doug, and younger daughter, Donna, we hadn’t met. We enjoyed visiting with others we had not seen for some time, namely Don’s only surviving brother, David, San Antonio, Texas area, and Mary Alice’s brother, Fred Hendrickson, and wife, Sioux Falls. Of course there were others to whom we were introduced, but I will not embarrass myself by trying to name them, so as to offend no one. We already knew many of the folks that attended the fellowship. We do extend our heartfelt condolences to Mary Alice and all of the family. Don will surely be missed by all who knew him, but most of all by his beloved family. May God strengthen and comfort you all as the days go by. Life does go on and not all of it is somber and sad. The next to the last of the Thursday evening whist card parties was held at the Bad River Senior Citizen’s Center Feb. 25. There were eight tables with 32 folks on board. It was a surprise to see Phillis Thorson, Spearfish, there playing. She will be visiting in Philip for several days. Some folks must be a bit sharper in playing whist since they have been winding up among the high scorers. First prize went to Joe Gittings with a score of 65. Phil Pearson took second with a score of 50. Three folks tied for third prize with a score of 49. They were Dorothy Bathel, Gloria French and Jerry Neville. My score for the evening was 25! Again a good lunch of sandwiches, bars or cookies and coffee was served to wrap up the evening. It was quite a gala event that took place at the Bad River Senior Citizen’s Center between 2:00 and 4:00 Saturday afternoon, Feb. 27. The family of Gay Logan held an open house birthday party for Gay to celebrate her 21st birthday. She was born Feb. 29, 1932, a leap year, so can only observe her actual birth date every four years. But, of course, her family saw to it that it was celebrated every year. Phil and Gay Logan have two children, Russel and Tamera (Tammy). Including grandchildren and continued on 14 Church March 3, 2016 • Pioneer Review 5 Rapid City to host Mason international conference Milesville A delegation of Masons from the Grand Lodge of South Dakota and the Rapid City Convention and Visitors Bureau issued an invitation to the Time and Place Committee of the Grand Masters of Masons of North America to hold their 2019 International Conference in Rapid City. After also hearing presentations from Grand Lodges in several state jurisdictions, the Grand Lodge of South Dakota, and host community Rapid City, were selected at this year’s Conference held in Madison, Wis. The Grand Masters represent some two million Freemasons in North America with countries around the globe attending to join in fellowship, making this the largest gathering of Grand Masters in the world. “Masons have always been a strong part of South Dakota’s fabric, and an undeniable influence on the creation of Mt. Rushmore” said Don Gray, Grand Master of the Masons in South Dakota. “We are excited the Conference of Grand Masters recognized this fact and all that Rapid City and the surrounding area has to offer to this international group of Masons. We are grateful to Julie Schmitz Jensen, executive director and Tyson Steiger, manager of convention sales for the Rapid City Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, for all of their hard work and professionalism in helping us secure this conference.” “Hosting a conference of this magnitude takes a dedicated group of volunteers willing to put In 1989, Norbert Sebade joined a group of community leaders interested in building an endowment fund for the Wall area. Today, he and his wife, Jane, have made the single largest individual contribution to the First Interstate Greater Wall Area Fund in its history. Their gift of $25,000 has established the Norbert and Jane Sebade Greater Wall Area Fund which will benefit local nonprofit organizations. “We believe this to be a worthy cause in a town that we’ve called home for many years,” said Sebade. The Sebades’ contribution was made in memory of the Sebade family who came to Wall in 1909. Henry “Heinie” Sebade homesteaded on Bull Creek Hill and his wife, Anna (Mooney) was raised on Mooney Hill near Creighton. “The Sebades’ have been a valuable part of the Wall community, and we are grateful for their continued support,” said Brett Blasius, president of the First Interstate Bank in Wall and chairman of the FIBGWAF. “Their contribution will help us give more grants each year to nonprofit and community projects making the Wall area a better place to live.” Sebades’ gift has prompted a challenge from the South Dakota Community Foundation. If the community is able to match Nor- bert and Jane’s gift, the First Interstate Greater Wall Area Fund will receive a $12,500 grant toward their endowment. Since the FIBGWAF was established, $425,000 has been donated to the fund and over $379,000 has been given back to nonprofit projects and programs in the Wall area. College scholarships, rodeo facility upgrades, swimming pool improvements, Wall Community Library projects, and grants to the local ambulance service and school district are among the community beneficiaries. As the fund the time and effort in to make our city and state shine,” said Jensen. “We were thrilled to be a part of securing this conference, and were so impressed with the enthusiasm all the Grand Lodge of South Dakota brothers displayed during the bidding process.” The conference is Feb. 16-19, 2019, with the Best Western Ramkota serving as headquarters hotel. Another Mason event will be held on Sept. 8 of this year. Approximately 1,000 Masons from across the country are expected to come together at Mount Rushmore National Memorial to commemorate a Mason’s National Day of Celebration of the 75th anniversary of the completion of Mt. Rushmore and the Masonic influence in its creation. Contribution to Wall ST. WILLIAM CATHOLIC CHURCH Midland – 859-2664 or 843-2544 Fr. Kevin Achbach Saturday Mass: 7:00 p.m. (Feb., April, June, Aug., Oct., Dec.) Obituary Charles “Cotton” Spears Funeral services for Charles “Cotton” Spears, Lovington, N.M., were held at the First Methodist Church in Lovington, Jan. 27, 2016. Cotton was born Sept. 15, 1929, in Cherokee County, Texas, and passed away Jan. 21, 2016, in Midland, Texas. Cotton married Beverly Kennedy, formerly of Philip, S.D. She was a graduate of Philip High School’s class of 1949. Sunday Mass: 11:00 a.m. (Jan., Mar., May, July, Sept., Nov.) Confession: Before Mass ****** grows, so will the impact it has on the Wall area. To find out more, or to contribute, visit sdcommunityfoundation.org/wall. Since 1987, the South Dakota Community Foundation has helped people reach their philanthropic goals and strengthened communities across the state. The SDCF administers approximately $215 million in total assets for over 750 funds. By commingling endowed assets, the SDCF gives its partners enhanced investment opportunities that provide longterm support to charitable causes. They shared 55 years of life and love. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Michael Spears, and three siblings. Survivors include his wife, Beverly, Lovington; one grandson, Garland Clay Spears, Tucson, Ariz.; his in-laws, Barbara and E.J. Nichols, Tyler, Texas, Mark and Kaye Kennedy, Lovington, and Bruce and Doris Kennedy, Ruidoso, N.M. ST. MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH Milesville – 859-2664 Fr. Kevin Achbach Sunday Mass: 11:00 a.m. (Feb-April-June-Oct-Dec) Janice Parsons | 544-3315 Chad and Kathy Hanrahan recently spent several days at the Young Farmers national conference in Kansas City, Mo. They were among only six from South Dakota to attend this event, sponsored by the American Farm Bureau Federation. Congratulations to you, Chad and Kathy! The Trevor Fitch family attended the State High School Class A and B Wrestling Tournament in Rapid City Friday and Saturday. Keagan wrestled but did not place. Philip Area wrestlers did come in third as a team, so congratulations to them! Phil and Karen Carley were at the wrestling tournament and their grandson, Grady Carley, placed third. Mark Hanrahan also was in Rapid City for the wrestling tournament. Pat drove the opposite direction to Yankton where she traded cars with daughter, Tracie. Friday night, Leo and Joan Patton and Linda Stangle were in Kadoka to watch Mark Stangle play basketball. Lana Elshere went to Wall Friday night where grandson Carter was playing basketball. Saturday, Feb. 20, Pat, Kalie, Kathy and Preston Hanrahan attended a birthday party for Pat's mother, Mildred Johnson, Burke. They all met at the home of Bev Wilson in Pierre. Happy birthday Feb. 29, to Gay Logan, who turned 21! Paul, Donna and Tina Staben were among those who helped her celebrate her birthday at the senior center in Philip Saturday. Donna and Gay are cousins. Rick and Marlis Doud went to Don Keyser's funeral in Rapid City last Tuesday morning. Don was married to the former Mary Alice Hendrickson, whose parents were G.D. and Alice Hendrickson. G.D. was high school superintendent and Alice taught typing and other business classes. That was back in the day when you couldn't delete your mistakes! Friday, Rick Doud attended the quarterly meeting of the agriculture science advisory board at South Dakota State University in Brookings. Joe Piroutek arrived at brother Dan's home last Friday. He will stay and help out for two weeks. Dan and Gayla have been busy with auctions and cattle sales. Joe and Helen Piroutek moved to Anacortes, Wash., last October, to be closer to their youngest daughter, Katie, and her family. Katie’s husband is Jason Zaharris and he is a Navy pilot. They recently returned from several years stationed in Japan. They have three children. Byron and Peggy Parsons went on a road trip driving through Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Nevada and Arizona. They met Boyd and Jeanie Waara, Philip, in Benson Ariz., and visited mutual friends. This was the highlight of the trip, plus seeing the Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam. The scenery was beautiful on the entire trip. The Milesville Rangers 4-H Club joined other clubs in Philip Friday for Youth In Action day. From the local 4-H club were Donna and Tina Staben, Sarah Parsons, Grace Pekron and Connor Hovland. There were presentations, judging classes, a photography class and CPR class. Sarah was the only one from our local club who gave a presentation. She used shaving cream and liquid food coloring, swirling them together, then dipping card stock in, which made neat designs. (She practiced this at our house last week.) Mark Stangle joined them at noon for their meeting at the bowling alley. Weekend guests at the home of Chad and Kathy Hanrahan were Kathy's parents, Don and Carol Petersen, Burke, and friends of Chad and Kathy's, Shane and Jessica McGregors, Caleb, Blaise and Macee, Newell. Coming Sunday for the day were Kathy's aunt and uncle, Tim and Cindy Talsma, Iona. Donna and Tina Staben attended the meeting of the garden club Tuesday night at the home of Elke Baxter. The Baxters have recently remodeled their home, which was where my brother, Leonard, and Phillis Thorson lived for many years. Justin Schofield had lunch with his parents, Donnie and Bobette, Saturday. Visiting in the afternoon were Jeff, Chrystal, Chase, Connor and Michaela. Sunday, Bruce and Lynn Dunker, Lexie and Sean, Wall, and John Paul Daly had lunch with them. They also brought a load of wood and helped Donnie cut some more. Melissa Rathbun and her son, Brad, and wife Alexa, all from Florida, spent a week in the area visiting family. Melissa's mother is Sandy Rathbun, daughter of Jeanne and the late Rex Radway. They spent their nights with Tom and Marie Radway in Philip. Gene and Theresa Deuchar attended the science fair at the Big White School Tuesday. Nora Hoff- Sunday Mass: 7:30 a.m. (August) Saturday Mass: 7:30 p.m. (Jan-March-May-July-Sept-Nov) Confession: Before Mass Monday Release Time: 2:15 p.m. ******** SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH Philip – 859-2664 – sacred@gwtc.net Fr. Kevin Achbach Saturdays: Confession from 3 to 4 p.m. Saturday Mass: 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass: 8:30 a.m. Tues & Fri. Mass: 8:30 a.m. Wed. Mass: 5:30 p.m. Thurs., 10:15 at Philip Nursing Home ****** UNITED CHURCH OF PHILIP Pastor Kathy Chesney • 859-2310 Sunday Worship: 9:00 a.m. 1st Wednesday of the Month: Contemporary Worship, 6:00 p.m. UCW meets 2nd Friday at 9:30 a.m. ****** FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF INTERIOR Pastor Kathy Chesney • 859-2310 E-mail: chez@gwtc.net Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. ******* WESTERN NEW HOPE LUTHERAN PARISH, Pastor Lauren R. Ley FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH 859-2336 • Philip Saturday Evening Worship: 5:00 Bible Study: 2nd Thurs. 1:30 p.m. at the Senechal Apts. lobby Release Time: Wed., 2:15 p.m. Youth Group: 6:00 p.m. ****** TRINITY LUTHERAN Midland – 843-2538 Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. Ruth Circle: 3rd Tues, 10:30 a.m. Nowlin Circle: Last Wed, 9:00 a.m. Rebecca Circle: Last Wed. at 7:00 p.m. (Nov. thru Feb.); 6:30 p.m. (Mar. - Oct.) ****** DEEP CREEK LUTHERAN Moenville – 843-2538 Sunday Worship: 1:30 p.m. ****** OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN Long Valley Sunday Worship: 8:00 a.m. ****** OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH, Philip (605) 669-2406 • Murdo Pastor Ray Greenseth Sunday Worship Services: 1:00 p.m. ******** OPEN BIBLE CHURCH, MIDLAND Pastor Randy Ellendorf facebook.com/midlandobc Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Ronald G. Mann, DDS Dentist Philip, SD 859-2491 Rush Funeral Home Chapels in Philip, Wall & Kadoka Jack, Gayle & D.J. Rush www.rushfuneralhome.com man, along with her four other classmates, presented science projects to their parents and grandparents. All of the students are girls and range from kindergarten to third grade. Then Gene and Theresa went to Cass Finn's basketball game in Interior. They were happy to report that Cass's team won the game. Wednesday, Gene and Theresa hosted Bible study. Attending were Leo and Joan Patton, Dan and Gayla Piroutek, Phil and Karen Carley and Linda Stangle. Saturday afternoon and evening, Gene and Theresa were among a large crowd of people who attended a benefit auction for Darrel Wilcox. The supper line was lengthy as there were people lined up for supper for over an hour and a half. There were many handmade articles along with purchased donations. It was a great day to visit with family, friends, and neighbors. Even with the cold weather, Gene and Theresa,along with a nice crowd, gathered for an auction at Gettysburg Monday. Theresa heard an old-timer say that it was the first auction he had attended when it was so snowy. Jodi and Sarah Parsons and I entertained at the nursing home Friday. About 15 of the residents came for lunch, visiting and coloring. Rachel Parsons surprised her parents and Sarah by coming home from Mitchell for the weekend. I was glad Loren Kiel wrote about one of my former grade school friends, Gay Wenzel Hadlock, in last week's Pioneer Review. We had company the day she came to the Senechal to entertain the folks, so we weren't able to attend. Today (Monday) it started snowing in mid-morning and kept up for a few hours. The temperature dropped throughout the day. It won't be long and we'll be praying for moisture! February weather information: Month's precipitation was 1.22” with 10 inches of snow. Five inches of that fell Monday, the 29th, with .40” of moisture. Average high was 44˚. Saturday the 27th it reached 71˚ for the month's highest temperature. There were three days in the 60s and four days in the 50s. Average low was 24˚. The two coldest nights were on the third of February with seven degrees and the fourth with nine degrees. It stayed above freezing four nights. The month's average high was six degrees warmer than last year and the average low was 13˚ warmer. Bible Study: Wed. at 7:30 p.m. Women’s Ministries: 2nd Thurs., 1:30 ******** PHILIP COMMUNITY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Pastor Gary Wahl – Philip, 859-2841 Sunday School – 9:15 a.m. Sunday Services – 10:30 a.m. Last Sunday of the month – potluck dinner following church services Last Monday of the month – Evangelical Ladies Service/ Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. Wed. Night Prayer & Bible Study: 7 pm Everyone Welcome!! ****** HARDINGROVE COMMUNITY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Pastor Gary Wahl – Philip 859-2841 • garyaw@aol.com Worship Service: 8:00 a.m. Children's Church: 8:30 a.m. Ladies’ Aid - 2nd Tuesday at 7 p.m. Bible Study & Prayer, Mondays at 7 p.m. ******* ST. PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH 10 miles SE of Midland Pastor Ray Greenseth Sunday Worship: 4:15 p.m. CT Scotchman Industries 859-2542 • Philip, SD www.scotchman.com Midland Area 6 Midland Sonia Nemec | 843-2564 | home_maker_sonia@hotmail.com Today is Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, Leap Year, a special day for all those babies born on leap year day, a time when every four years that day of their birthday is on the calendar. Gay Logan of Philip is one of those people, with her family having an open house at the Bad River Senior Citizen's Center at Philip – a time of celebrating Gay's 21st birthday. Gay Logan is one of those special people who loves life, has a passion for local history over the years and a kindness we could all use more of. Birthday blessings, Gay, hope it was a memory maker day with family and friends. Carson Patrick Daly, son of Steve and Julie (Kroetch) Daly, is a leap year baby, turning three this Feb. 29th. He is actually 12-yearsold, but in leap year years, he is three. Making this leap year birthday extra special, his mom, Julie, made #3 cookies for Carson to take to school and share with his classmates and tonight there is going to be a birthday party with family. Happy birthday, Carson! By the way, how's the bachelor pad coming along? As some of you remember, Steve and Julie have the trailerhouse we lived in before moving into this house. The plan was to put in a hotwater heating system. Carson and his brother, Dane, have thoroughly enjoyed times at that trailerhouse, especially in the summer, watching movies etc. I call it their bachelor pad. Keep me posted okay? The purpose for moving it to the farm was to use it for calving. And speaking of calving, their grandma, Judy Daly, reports they are almost finished with the heifers and the cows are right close to calving. The snow we got today isn't the kind of weather one wants for calving. Reminder: A special Midland Community Library board meeting on March 4th at 10:00 a.m. at the library. Board members are encouraged to attend as there are a number of things needing to be discussed and taken care of, so mark your calendar and plan to be at the meeting – your input is needed. Reminder: For members of the Midland American Legion #143 and auxiliary members there will be a meeting at the Midland Legion Hall Thursday, March 3, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. The birthday of Midland Legion Post #143 will also be celebrated, so mark your calendar and make plans to attend. I received a letter from my cousin, Edith (Fosheim) Schofield, Casper, Wyo. She sent me the obituary of her son-in-law, Walter Wayne Balhen, Casper, Wyo. Wayne, as most called him, was married to Edith and her late husband, Martin Schofield's, daughter, Brenda. They were married for 351/2 years, before cancer took Wayne's life. Anyone wishing to read his obituary it is on the Bustards Funeral Home, web page. Wayne had a daughter from a previous marriage and when marrying Brenda Schofield, June 14, 1980, they raised his six-year-old daughter, Andrea. Andrea married J.R. Crook in 1997 and they have three children, Ashley and twins, Joseph and Colten. Edith reported there were a lot of family and friends at the funeral service, some from out of state, Wayne's sister, flew in from Massachusets, and Edith's niece, Nancy (Schofield) Russell, and her husband, Tom Russell, Black Hawk, were also there. Again our sympathies to the family. Edith reported she is hoping to make it to South Dakota this summer, having a chance to visit with a whole lot of family and places of her childhood days, the farm where she grew up and memories of going to country school, not far from home. February 24, the Rigg's High School band, which Emily Trapp is a part of, went to Parkston to a small group band contest. Emily's mom, Deb Trapp, went to the performance. Following that, Deb and Emily traveled on to Brookings and visited Chauncey who is in college at South Dakota State University. Cassidy Trapp's last class of the day Friday at South Dakota School of Mines was finished at 2:00, so she headed home for the weekend, going to the boy's grade school basketball game between Kadoka and Philip. Saturday, Cassidy went to the home of Cody and Audrey Jones’ for a visit, having another chance to see her niece, baby Erica. Audrey's mom, Sylvia Nelson, visited for the weekend. Joy Jones shared how my article in last week's Midland News column on the Midland Tumblers brought back memories of when their son, Cody, was one of those tumblers. She remembers the tumblers being invited to perform at the Corn Palace in Mitchell during Christmas break at a basketball tournament, a good many years ago. Whenever the tumblers were asked to perform, whether it be other schools, district basketball tournaments or State "B" tournaments, they and their coach always came early giving the tumblers a chance to practice their rountine before they were to perform. Joy remembers she and Jerry and other parents sitting in seats at the Corn Palace waiting for the games to start. As folks started coming in for the games, they overheard them visiting back and forth with friends asking if they knew the Midland Tumblers were going to perform, commenting on how they could hardly wait to see them perform, for they'd heard they were really good. They did perform and they were good. And as many of us remember, this fine group of tumblers were an awesome crowd pleaser, receiving many a standing ovation. The more the crowd cheered, the more the adrenaline flowed, as they were caught up in the excitement, in that moment in time. For many years after, when someone learned you were from Midland, they would bring up seeing the Midland Tumblers and their tumbling team performance. I know I wrote of this last week, but its always fun to share things others remember of those years. And to think, it all started with a fellow named Larry Joy, who grew up in Midland, coming back to Midland after college to teach at the school and bit by bit, building a tumbling team which began in the old Legion Hall, before a new gym was built. And though their journey has taken them off in different directions and places, off in the distance can be heard the echoes of awe and cheers and that adrenaline rush in the memories for those Midland Tumblers. Thanks, Joy, for sharing your memories, for it means a whole lot when something I've written brings memories back to others and they take the time to share those memories. Maxine Jones writes the following: To shamelessly copy Leanne Neuhauser, the weather this Monday morning in southeast Haakon County has deteriorated! Either the air is filled with white chicken feathers, or it is snowing! Saturday and Sunday were nice and warm, even if a bit breezy Sunday. Last week, Shorty and Maxine Jones had appointments with their eye doctor in Rapid City. Later, they picked up Jan Rasmussen at her apartment and drove across town where the three of them had a nice visit with Thelma Handcock at her apartment. Both ladies are cousins of Shorty's mom, Faye Jones. Jan's father was Cleve Berry, who lived near Cedar Butte, southeast of Belvidere and was a neighbor of Faye's family, Tom and Rena Berry, who lived straight south of Belvidere. Jan still spends quite a bit of time at the Rasmussen ranch as two of her children live near by. Thelma's dad was Claude Berry, whose ranch was on Pass Creek, south of Kadoka. Jan and Thelma spent a lot of time together when they were small children. We had a wonderful visit and Thelma definitely could win a contest for "best oatmeal raisin cookies!" Friday night, Shorty and Maxine attended the benefit for Susan Davidson held during the Kadoka-Philip boys basketball games – two junior high games and two high school games. Philip JV beat Kadoka and Philip won the varsity game in a close Pioneer Review • March 3, 2016 contest. The event for Susan Davidson was very successful. She is another cancer survior, for which all her friends are thankful. As well as being a great entertainer, singing at the Hee Haw Shows Kadoka used to have and for other community events. Susan took care of Bob Seidler's cousin, Connie Seidler, during his last illness, enabling him to stay in his home, a real blessing for him. Maxine's mother, Marge (Seidler) Calhoon, was a cousin of Connie and brother of Bob. Shorty and Maxine also attended the funeral of Shorty Ireland Saturday afternoon. The service was a true celebration of a life of 93 years, with many of his 94 descendants and other family members, a great video of family events and music by Joyce Wheeler, Lyndy Ireland and John Kaiser. Following the funeral service, Shorty and Maxine went to Philip for the birthday party for Gay Logan at the senior center that afternoon. Thank you Maxine for sharing of folks and a part of their family history. Jerry and I have gotten to know Susan Davidson the past number of years. She is quite the Susan, not a quitter for certain, takes what comes her way with a positive attitude, and every now and then one gets a glimpse of that soft spot in her heart. Our sympathies to the family of Shorty Ireland. Friday, Feb. 19, Cass Finn, Kash Block, Kaelan Block and Landon Schofield played in their last regular season junior high boys basketball games in Kadoka vs Philip. They then participated in a seventh and eighth grade basketball tournament in Martin on the 20th. Witnessing the journey of these young boys, the years before the starting of school for them, and now being a part of the sport of basketball, is a sure sign of just how quickly time travels, with those memory making moments being a part of the journey. You may have noticed, or maybe not, that I've become a bit nostalgic in my new’s columns, as of late, and that feeling continues to ride with me through this journey I call, life. Jenna Finn went to Jerry and Pam Ingram's auction at the Legion Hall in Philip Sunday, Feb. 28, coming home with some treasures! That's one of the fun things about auctions – seeing something you like and at the end of the bidding it is yours. Within reason, right, Jenna? Anyone who knows $ # " !" # " ! Fish Baskets on Fridays during Lent WHISKEY STEAK SPECIAL FOR A LIMITED TIME Happy Hour – M-F: 4-6 pm Main Street in Midland 843-2000 Stop in and have a beer with us! Open 7 days/week – Bar open at 4 every day Open for lunch Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday at 11 “I can find WHATEVER you’re looking for!” –David Burnett, Owner 2014 Ford F-150 STX Supercrew 4x4, running boards, Toneau cover, spray-in bedliner and lots more Cell: 605-441-2859 • Res: 605-859-2875 • Fax: 605-859-3278 520 E. Hwy. 14 PO Box 38 Philip, SD 57567 • www.all-starauto.net Jenna knows she's not one of those out of reach type of bidders. Being on the subject of basketball, I had mentioned in my last weeks new’s column, of our son, Christopher, doing his practice teaching at Huron, finding it to be a positive, enjoyable and rewarding experience, both in the classroom and in the sport of basketball, reporting the school has some great kids in the classroom and on the basketball court. His days of college will soon be finished and with coaching basketball being a part of it, he much appreciated being asked by head coach of the Huron "Tigers," Tim Buddenhagen, if approved, would he like to be in on the boys basketball practices and all the rest. It has without question been a positive experience, the chance to witness the coaching of Tim Buddenhagen, whom he considers to be an excellent coach, and the opportunity to see those boys in action who are not only very good, they are also nice young men who are a basketball team that work together as a team, supporting each other, making for a fun team to watch. Christopher gave us a call telling us Huron and Pierre had a basketball game at Pierre and wondered if we would like to come, we did and we’re so glad we had. We got so caught up in the game, next thing we knew, it was half time. The drill team girls from Riggs put on an excellent performance at half time. At the end of the game, Huron 'Tigers" were 76 and the Pierre "Governors" were 63. Double AA basketball takes the game to a whole different level, it was an exciting game. I can see what Christopher means by good kids, for we rather stood out in that Huron crowd. And when players and parents learned who we were and why we were there, they thanked us for coming. When meeting Coach Buddenhagen, we thanked him for the opportunity he has given Christopher. I won't go into detail, all I will say is what he said meant a whole lot. Roger and Peg Johnson, Pierre, were at the game and spotting us when we came in, Peg came over for a bit of a visit before the game started. Roger taught at Riggs for a number of years, so they always go to the games and have their own special spot for watching the game. It turned out to be a memory maker night and when stopping at a restaurant for a bite to eat before heading home, there were Rick and Marlis Doud. They invited us to sit with them and before we knew it we'd been there for two hours. Friday, Bob and Verona Evans went to the graveside services at the Black Hills National Cemetery for Susan Knapp, who was the oldest daughter of Bill and Zona (Dunsmore) Nielsen. Bob and Susan were second cousins. Some of the Dunsmores graduated from Midland High School, but Zona wasn't one of them. Bob said the Dunsmores had later moved to Kadoka and Zona may have graduated from there. After the service, Bob and Verona went to Sturgis, having coffee with Bob's brother, George and Alice Evans, Belle Fourche, and their sister, Betty Shannon, Sturgis. Saturday, Bob and Verona picked up her sister, Kathy Tolton, and a friend from high school days, Lani Hand, all going to Riggs High School theater in Pierre to a music group performance called, East and Westerville, who had come from down near Sioux Falls. Kenny Putnam was a guest musician with the group, a fellow Bob has known for many years. Bad River Club Feb. 19, 2016 – What better way to spend an afternoon them to be with friends? Verona Evans, Kathy Tolton, Lani Hand, Janice Bierle, Isabelle Sampson and Emily Sammons came to the Open Bible Fellowship Hall for an afternoon of fun, fellowship and delicious food where Robin Opitz was our February hostess. We were sorry Cindy Koehler and Laurel Nemec were unable to be there. Creed was read by Robin and all honored our flag with a salute. Emily brought pictures which will be placed in the last page of our scrapbook for the year 2015. Robin donated several Golden Books. Since Valentine's Day is a special day in this month, Robin chose this as her theme for the luncheon. Trying to spell the word Valentine using scrambled letters was not as easy as we thought. The valentine theme was further enhanced with individual heart decorated bags to take home goodies. Heart-shaped doilies were placed at each table setting. Chocolate dipped strawberries decorated the yummy cheese cake. Thank you, Robin, for an enjoyable afternoon and thanks to Emily and her camera for capturing these moments which will be preserved on the pages of our new scrapbook. A reminder of an afternoon with friends. Emily will be the March hostess. Club reporter, Isabelle Sampson Time to close for this week. I am totally running out of time. Have a good week! March 3, 2016 • Pioneer Review Betwixt Places Community Elizabeth May Marsha Sumpter | 837-2048 | bilmar@gwtc.net Good morning from Pahrump, Nev. Rubber met the road for us Thursday morning when we turned toward Quartzsite, Ariz. We explored around that area for a few days, checking out rocks, old cars for sale, flea markets etc. Surprising as it may seem the snow birds are beginning to fly north already. A lot of the RV resorts are turning into ghost parks with sparse park models sprinkled on vast acreages. There are lots of for sale signs. This article appeared in my Aviation Ebrief. “Piper the border collie has a bone to pick with any birds trying to disrupt flights at a northern Michigan airport. Four times a week, the pup works 10hour shifts – with plenty of breaks – to protect the runway at the Traverse City Airport. Piper's main role is to run up and down the fields towards flocks of birds in order to scare them away. He's often seen wearing a ski mask to protect him from the debris, MutMuffs to protect him against the sound and boots to shield his paws from the hot tarmac. But other times, he goes to work in nothing but his beautiful black and white coat.” I love the boarder collie breed and was privileged to have two wonderful dogs. First came Smoke, that I got from Duane Fedderson when he lived on the Brooks place. With the dog by my side on the back of the four wheeler, on the tractor or just running along to do chores, we logged many a mile together and he and I could sort, move and count 100s of feeder pigs or butcher hogs in no time at all. One summer when Uncle Clint was visiting, he was going to help me sort the heavy sows into the barn, I told him to stand at a certain spot and he didn’t listen too well, but Smoke was Johnny on the spot and would go around and herd the sows to me to be let out or toward the barn. Finally after several attempts, Uncle Clint threw up his hand and said “That dog is doing better at helping than I am.” I could only say, “The dog is listening to me!” I lost Smoke from strokes. Then came a red heeler that I soon returned to her original owner. Next was border collie Chip that came from the Chamberlain area and after a month or so, I determined Chip had very poor eyesight. He was traded for my final border collie, Bear. Bear also had some nearsighted problems, but could spot things off in a distance, so I just needed to let him know if something was in the way. Bear was my constant companion, too and a hard worker. When the pigs were gone, Bear was sort of out of work. I advertised him for sale and we jumped in the 172 Cessna and flew to Flying Cloud, Minn., where he met his new owner, Jeff, where his new job was to keep geese off golf courses. I told Jeff about the vision problem and for the most part, they got along great except when some geese landed in his yard and Bear was inside the house looking out through the picture window – he hit the window! Jeff enjoyed Bear’s company for eight years before cancer took him. He called to tell me about his wonderful time with Bear. Jeff graduated from law school, got married, had a set of twins, he said that Bear herded his wife and loved the kids. He said Bear was a priceless member of their family. Monday, Don Moody was struggling with his Internet and phone connection. If you have a smart phone it has a hot spot and can be used to run your computer and Internet, but even that was a bit smarter than he would like. Finally after turning off the computer and the smart phone hot spot, things were again connected and working. Tuesday, he found out the phone company was having issues Monday night and into Tuesday, but got it fixed and all is good again. Tuesday, Cathy Fiedler received word from her Dad in Billings, Mont., that her step-mom, Clair, passed away at their home after a short illness. The service for her will be held in May. Our sympathy to the family in this loss. Tony Harty has been enjoying the summer like weather in Kadoka. He gets the mail every day, checks in on folks with phone calls, and visits around with folks while out and about town. Tony visited at L.D. and Shirley Hair’s, Wednesday. Bill and I were pretty comfortable in Yuma with accommodations at Cousin Mark Mizers’ place, but after exploring the cost of solar panels, looked around at the farming of vegetables we could see from the road and generally just enjoying comfortable weather, it was getting time to move on. Mark and his wife, Gayle, had gotten a bug and were not feeling the best, but finally good enough that we visited Wednesday and took in supper for them. I gathered all the material together and gave Gayle a pedicure before supper and she said that felt pretty darned good. We were ready to travel Thursday morning. Lee Vaughan called and said Death Valley was a blooming desert, so we decided that would be where we were headed. We received tempting notes and such from Cousin Janet and Jim Snow, trying to entice us to Redding, Calif., but Bill said some races in Vegas were going to win out, he thought. Robin Gittings returned from Iowa Wednesday. Wade, Jessica and Melodie McGruder had supper with George, Sandee and Robin Gittings Wednesday evening. Our condolences to Dale Koehn and family whose father passed away in Colorado. Dale and Kathy Brown and other members of the family went to Colorado. How fast the kids grow up – Cathy and Ralph Fiedler’s oldest granddaughter, Caitlin Klumb, stopped by their place Wednesday afternoon to visit them and tell them her news, she found an apartment in Spearfish and will be moving soon. Grandma went through her things to help set up her apartment. This will be a real reality check and budgeting enterprise for Caitlin. Good luck on this new venture. It was a quiet week for the Fiedlers because Cathy was sick with a bad kidney infection, so she has been treating that with antibiotics and taking it easy. Sandee Gittings kept an eye appointment in Rapid City Thursday and had lunch with Roxie Gittings. Bill and I pulled our house together and were on the road morning with Thursday Quartzsite in our sights. The Explorer was due for a 20,000 mile oil change and tire rotation and we had thought about Parker, Ariz., Ford that was celebrating their 100 years in operation, but no chance to get in there. The next best place was Blythe, Calif. An appointment was set up. We got to Quartzsite and settled in at an RV park and were out looking around. There were lots of folks with various things to sell scattered around the area. It was hard to shop antiques since most of the stuff I saw I have at home. The good thing about that was I know it has value, as if that makes a difference, since most of the things I saw were overpriced and a lot looked like junk to me. I guess the old saying one man’s junk is another’s treasure! As I wandered aimlessly among the aisles with no immediate need, it was hard to get too excited about impulse buying. Nothing was priced, you had to ask. Don Moody has been busy trimming trees that received some damage from the winds and the weather has been really nice for outside projects. Thursday, Don made a trip to Philip on business and stopped at the ranch. Friday, Tony Harty was among the many who attended the basketball games in Kadoka. There were four games and Tony enjoyed watching many of his greatnephews playing. There was also a benefit bake sale during the game for Susan Davidson. Tony’s niece, Coleen (Herber) Letellier, Hewlett, Wyo., bought a pie for Uncle Tony and delivered it to his house. Tony enjoyed visiting with a lot of folks at the games. Friday morning, Bill and I were in Blythe, Calif., to get the Explorer serviced. We ventured around that town and were impressed with the dealership that took care of us, even though they were short-handed in the shop. We had a nice visit with a fellow that lived in Quartzsite. They were celebrating their 65th anniversary. They have a son who lives in Dupree, so were very familiar with the area since they go visit him in the summer. Oh oh, we developed a need – our GPS holder broke. It beats a map, but I still follow the Atlas as we travel, but now I had a specific thing to go looking for at those junk yards. Also, one of our jacks is really slow going up and if only I could find one of those scissor jacks that used to come in cars, all would be good – so I had a mission. Back in Quartzsite, we spotted a plane and helicopter on a trailer and lots of old cars. We drove through first, then decided a walk was in order, so parked and wandered through looking at the cars, which were all for sale. We visited with the fellow who was watching the lot. He said all the cars were owned by the same fellow. The plane and helicopter were a drawing card to get folks to stop in. For the condition of the cars they were terribly over-priced, but fun to look at anyway. Ah yes, the diversity of South Dakota! Cathy Fiedler reported a nice week in Sturgis with Satur- 7 day being the nicest day, reaching 68˚. It felt like spring! Her bleeding heart plant must think so because it is starting to poke through the ground and some trees in the creek are getting buds. They had a rain shower during the night. Not enough to measure just enough to make everything wet. It’s not nice to fool Mother Nature, so hopefully the plants and trees hold off a couple of months to avoid sudden drops in temperature and freezing. Saturday afternoon, Tony Hart attended funeral services for Shorty Ireland at the auditorium. He had the opportunity to visit with a lot of the family and folks there. Saturday, Don Moody went by the Black Hills National Cemetery, then on to Deadwood for a little enjoyment. Bill found car races on television Saturday, so I ventured out on my mission to scrounge through all those things looking for the GPS holder, which I carried along and the jack. Success, I spotted the jack, but no handle at one place. I got it and searched relentlessly for the missing handle while the vender did a little search but came up empty handed and soon gave up. After I wasted a couple of hours scuffing through the dirt hoping to unearth the missing handle I went to another place. This one had a sign “everything must go.” I asked how soon everything must go, he said if he hits the mother lode, that would be the time to get it all gone. It looked like a front end loader and dump truck could spend a week getting it all gone! Anyway, I scrounged through his treasures and came up with two handles, one was the folding one but didn’t look right, but the other one was perfect. He held me up for $5 on that handle, but I got the total jack and handle for $14 dollars. Lee Vaughan called me Saturday evening to tell me how great a flight he had to Mitchell and back in his little Beachcraft Musketeer. He went to get daughter Naomi Terkildsen to do his taxes at the place she works. He said the trip home was later than expected and by the time he arrived Philip Airport it was pitch black with no moon or stars visible. He tucked the little plane away, since the air was a little rougher than he liked and it was way too black out there in space. Wade, Jessica and Melodie McGruder came out Sunday afternoon so Melodie could see the baby calf that was born while she was spending a few days with her Grandpa Randy and Grandma Brenda McGruder in Lead. They had supper before returning to town. Sunday, Tony Harty attended church and visited with folks in attendance. He said it rained sometime Saturday night, but because the rain gauge wasn’t emptied he wasn’t sure how much rain. I said I was surprised he hadn’t figure out how to park beside the sign where the gauge is and reach out and empty it so he would know how much rain fell. Maybe he’ll get it emptied for the next rain! Sunday was clean-up time for Don Moody, Richard Fellows and nephew Buddy helped with picking up all the branches and such around the yard and Don made a trip to the dump to the recycle bins there. He said the yard looks a whole lot better. Sunday, we were on the move again to Pahrump, Nev. We folded up and the one stubborn jack got helped along with that new found jack, it was up in no time and all was good. Pahrump here we come. There were more races on TV, so about noon Bill pulled over and I took the wheel. All was good until I had to apply brakes rather hard, but even that wasn’t too bad. We got into Pahrump and the co-pilot hadn’t found our park for us, so I pulled off and we made a couple of calls and got settled into the park we were in last year. A nice lake, casino and restaurant. All was good. A happy 70th anniversary to Les and Muree Struble, which is coming up March 5. Sunday, there is cowboy church from 9:30 to 10:30 at the Kadoka City Auditorium preceeding a benefit auction being held for Susan Davidson with a freewill offering meal from 11 to 1 and the auction to follow. If you have anything to donate you can contact Merry Willert or Sue or John Kaiser. Leap year is here. A happy 21st birthday to Gay Logan, or 84th if she had a birthday every year. When your birthday only comes around every four years, it’s cause for celebration. “Make the most of the best and least of the worst”. Daysies May you have a most pleasant week, good calving to the ranchers and lots of moisture for the farmers. Until next week. District 27 605-773-3851 rep.may@state.sd.us Counting Veto Day, there are only two weeks or 10 days left of the 2016 legislative session. Wednesday was Crossover Day where all the bills and joint resolutions had to be passed through the house of origin. Things started to get exciting on Monday. The House voted to reconsider the half cent sales tax to increase teacher pay after it failed last week on a 46 to 23 vote, and on Monday the House passed it after three legislators switched their votes. Since Hourse Bill 1182 is a tax, it needed a two-thirds majority, or 47 votes, to pass. Republican Representatives Scott Craig and Joshua Klumb had voted against HB1182 and this time they voted for it. The pressure and threats were to Lentsch departs as Secretary of Agriculture South Dakota Secretary of Agriculture Lucas Lentsch has announced his plans to depart the Department of Agriculture near the end of March for an opportunity in the private sector. Lentsch, originally from Marshall County, has served as secretary since April 2013. Prior to his appointment, he served as SDDA’s director of agricultural development. “Over the past five years, I have thoroughly enjoyed serving South Dakota’s farmers, ranchers and our diverse ag industries,” said Lentsch. “The opportunity to work alongside dedicated public servants as well as collaborative stakeholders has made the experience an opportunity of a lifetime. I am looking forward to taking on a challenging leadership role in the ag sector as well as being more engaged in our family cattle operation.” Governor Dennis Daugaard praised Lentsch for his service. “Lucas has been an outstanding leader in the ag community, and I appreciate his hard work. He has been instrumental in reorganizing the department to be more reflective of the dynamic agriculture industry it serves. Lucas is an effective advocate for agriculture, and I wish him, Laura and family well in their future endeavors,” said Daugaard. The governor and his leadership team have begun to identify potential candidates to serve as the next secretary of agriculture. much. Craig’s wife is a teacher in Rapid City and she was bullied by staff. She had to take days off work because of it. Klumb, a young farm boy from south of Mitchell, was called to the governor’s office prior to the vote. He was obviously shook to the core and was unable to keep food down for several days. Even after those two legislators switched, it still won by only 47 votes, because after Rep. Dennis Feickert figured out what the excise tax on farm machinery was going to cost the agriculture community he switched his vote to be the only Democrat to vote against it and HB1182 squeaked through by only one vote. Another Democrat wished he had also voted no after it was too late. Sales and excise tax is one of the most regressive taxes there is on the poor of our state and I plead for other options to be explored before we agreed to a sales tax increase, but it to no avail. Because of the division on HB1182, it was a tumultuous week in the House. The Watertown newspaper said it best in their Monday edition with the headline “Gloves come off in SD House.” Rep. Lee Schoenbeck, a supporter of HB1182, was expelled from the Republican caucus for calling Republican leadership who voted against the bill “clowns, pond scum, cowards and liars.” After he was removed from caucus, Schoenbeck threatened to resign from the House on Tuesday, but his wife may have talked him out of it. Threats on representatives came at a high cost. HB1182 was sent to the Senate Appropriations Committee and passed out of there on a seven to two vote, with the only teacher on the committee voting against it. HB1182 will now come before the Senate where its future is in question. Most senators agree that teachers need to be paid more, but there is strong disagreement about whether this money should come out of the pockets of taxpayers or if there are programs that should be cut in state government to fund teacher pay. Currently there is $425 million in the Education Trust Fund, $150 million above what is required by law. With all the contention in Pierre, most of the legislators are looking forward to the end of session. Meanwhile, back on the ranch the heifers are getting close to calving and the old cows will start calving soon. The weather has been so nice that we’re catching spring fever. I’ve been pouring over the seed catalogs and planning my garden, so I’m ready to head home too. Suzan Berry Tax Service • • • • Serving Philip & Surrounding Communities Registered Tax Return Preparer 18 years’ Experience Authorized e-file provider Personal, Partnership, Corporate, Estate & More Call (605) 209-5846 Sports 8 108th Annual … Philip Firemen’s Dance Friday, March 18, 2016 Legion Hall in Philip Tickets: $5.00 Advance • $8.00 at the Door Scotties beat Kougars Robyn Jones/Kadoka Press Philip’s Jace Giannonatti and Cooper West work together in going up to bring down the ball and the Kadoka ball handler. The Philip Scotties basketball team traveled to Kadoka to chal- lenge the Kougars, Friday, Feb. 26. In their last regular season match, both the varsity and junior varsity teams brought home wins. The varsity game started out closer than Philip probably preferred. The first quarter ended with the Scotties trailing by two points. By halftime, though, Philip had tied the score 17-17. The third quarter was a reversal of the first quarter, with Philip taking the lead by two points. The final quarter saw more points made by both teams than is any previous quarter. Philip managed to add one more point to its lead. When the final buzzer sounded, the Scotties were three points to the good. Scoring By Quarters 1 2 3 4 Philip 8 17 23 35 Kadoka 10 17 21 32 Field goals: Philip – 9/41 - 22% Free throws: Philip – 12/26 - 46% Three-point goals: Philip – 1/6 - 17% Philip scorers: Scott Rafter – 16, Dalton Kinsley – 6, Deontae Thorn – 4, Cooper West and Chase wright – 3 each Rebounds: Philip – 35 Leaders: Rafter – 16, Wright – 7, Thorn – 6, Kinsley – 3, Dawson Reedy, West and Garrett Snook – 1 each Assists: Philip – 7 Leaders: West, Kinsley and Wright – 2 each, Snook – 1 Steals: Philip – 9 Leaders: Thorn – 3, West, Kinsley and Wright – 2 each Turnovers: Philip – 14 Blocks: Philip – 3 Leader: Thorn – 3 Fouls: Philip – 6 Jace Giannonatti The Philip junior varsity began their game in the same fashion. The first quarter saw the Scotties trailing by two points. Come halftime, Philip had pulled ahead to hold a two-point lead. The third quarter saw a variation from the varsity game. Philip not only held on to the lead, but expanded it to six points. Philip exploded in the fourth quarter, shooting up another 11 points and squashing Kadoka to sinking just two points. The win appeared to be almost easy for the Scotties. Philip League Bowling Monday Night Mixed Kadoka Tree Service ..................24-4 Rockers........................................20-8 Holey Rollers.............................16-12 Badland’s Auto..........................13-15 Petersen’s Variety ....................11-17 Highlights: Ron Coyle.............3-10 split; 213/597 Trina Brown ..........................198/532 Andrew Reckling...................225/557 Bryan Buxcel.........................221/533 Jerry Mooney ...............................209 Tena Slovek..................................172 Bailey Magstadt...........................440 Clyde Schlim ................................478 Tuesday Night Men Kennedy Imp ..............................18-6 Scotchman’s ................................15-9 People’s Mkt........................13.5-10.5 Midwest Co-op ....................11.5-12.5 Barr’s Signs...............................11-13 Philip Motor ................................3-21 Highlights: Todd Radway ..........5-7 split x 2; 196 Cory Boyd .....................................191 Tyler Gartner ........................243/586 Fred Foland..................................226 Wednesday Nite Early Chiefie’s Chicks ..........................11-5 Amigos & Friends .......................11-5 Moses Bldg Center........................9-7 Splitz Happen ...............................8-8 First National Bank .....................7-9 Highlights: Diana Stewart..............................194 Marlis Petersen.....................187/494 Lois Porch .............................6-7 split Kalie Kjerstad ......................2-7 split Kathy Arthur......................3-10 split Kathy Gittings......................5-6 split Cheryl Behrend ....................4-5 split Thursday Men O’Connell Const ............................9-3 Coyle’s SuperValu ........................8-4 The Misfits ....................................8-4 The Steakhouse ............................7-5 A&M Laundry...............................6-6 Here for the Beer ..........................4-8 McDonnell Farms .........................3-9 West River Seeds ..........................3-9 Highlights: Ronnie Coyle 4-5 split; 203 clean/595 Colt Fitzgerald ......................207/590 Stacey Johnston ...........................212 Wendell Buxcel ............................206 Nathan Kjerstad ..........................548 Doug Hauk ...................................201 Brian Pearson.....................3-10 split Rock ’N Roll Lanes 859-2430 • Philip Open at 11 a.m. Monday thru Friday Scott Rafter Scoring By Quarters 1 2 3 4 6 13 22 33 Philip 8 11 16 18 Kadoka Field goals: Philip – 11/27 - 41% Free throws: Philip – 18/26 - 69% Three-point goals: Philip – 1/6 - 17% Philip scorers: Rafter – 10, Clayton Fosheim – 6, Mark Stangle – 5, Wynn Schaack – 4, Jet Jones – 3, West and Braden Puhlman – 2 each, Lane Williams – 1 Rebounds: Philip – 14 Leaders: Schaack – 4, Coy Kramer and Jones – 2 each, West, Fosheim, Puhlman, Conner Dekker, Rafter, Wade Kroetch – 1 each Assists: Philip – 10 Leaders: West – 4, Kroetch and Jones – 2 each, Puhlman and Dekker – 1 each Steals: Philip – 10 Leaders: West – 3, Rafter – 2, Kramer, Stangle, Dekker, Kroetch and Jones – 1 each Turnovers: Philip – 16 Blocks: Philip – 2 Leaders: Fosheim and Kroetch – 1 each Music By: Twenty One 20 Watch for the firemen to be around Philip in their trucks selling tickets! 8:00 p.m. to Midnight Thank you for your support! Pioneer Review • March 3, 2016 Brent Peters Cell: (605) 381-5568 Excavation work of Located in ALL types! Kadoka, SD WBackhoe WTrenching WTire Tanks WVacuum Excavation WCobett Waters WDirectional Boring Lady Scotties end season at districts The Philip Lady Scotties ended their 2015-2016 season with their second match of the District 14B girls’s basketball tournament and a squeakingly close loss to the New Underwood Lady Tigers. The Scotties had earlier decimated the Edgemont Moguls 5010. The same evening at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology in Rapid City, the Oelrichs Lady Tigers defeated the Rapid City Christian Comets, 45-29. Tuesday, Feb. 23, Philip faced the New Underwood Tigers and Oelrichs faced the Wall Eagles. In the Philip versus New Underwood game, the Lady Scotties started out strong. They led at the end of the first quarter by six points, almost doubling the New Underwood score. The second quarter saw a narrowing of that lead, but only by the equivalent of one field goal. The Scotties went into halftime holding a four-point lead. The third quarter, though, added an audience-thrilling competitiveness. The advantage held by the Scotties diminished to only two points. The fourth quarter was even more electrifying. As the final buzzer neared, Philip fought for even a one-point lead. With just seconds remaining in the game, the Tigers sank a basket to take over the lead. No time remained for the Lady Scotties to retaliate, and the game fell away from Philip, thus ending the season for the Lady Scotties. “I just want to start off by telling the girls how very proud of all of them I am,” said Philip girls’ basketball head coach Tayta West. “We have a great bunch of girls who work hard and give it their all. We played some tough competition this year. Along with our usual regular scheduled games, we also added Sully Buttes and Ethan to our schedule, who are both ranked in the state. These were lesson-learning games for sure, not only for the players but for the coaches. “We started off this season with only a few of the girls really having varsity experience, and by the end we had a whole team putting time and experience on the floor, which is exactly what we wanted. “Our loss last night wasn't how we wanted to end our season, but we will take the lessons we've learned and move forward to a bigger and brighter future for this group of athletes. I want to wish the seniors, Ellie Coyle and Libbi Koester, all the best in their future endeavors and let them know they will be missed. I would also like to thank our community for all the support and encouragement of this great bunch of girls,” concluded West. Assistant girls’ basketball coach Pat Seager, added, “It was truly a privilege and a treat to work with a group of young ladies who gave it their all, all the time. I think we call that heart in the coaching business.” Scoring By Quarters 1 2 3 4 Philip 13 22 27 35 New Underwood 7 18 25 37 Field goals: Philip – 11/47 23% New Underwood – 14/32 44% Free throws: Philip – 12/15 80% New Underwood – 9/19 - 47% Three-point goals: Philip – 1/8 - 13% New Underwood – 0/2 Philip scorers: Cylver Lurz – 12, Tia Guptill – 9, Ellie Coyle, Cappie West and Shay Hand – 4 each, Jada Jones– 2 Rebounds: Philip – 16 New Underwood – 19 Philip leaders: Lurz – 7, Guptill – 5, Coyle – 2, Kaitlyn Fosheim and West – 1 each Assists: Philip – 5 Leaders: Guptill – 4, Jones – 1 Steals: Philip – 12 Leaders: Guptill – 4, Jones – 3, Hand – 2, Coyle, Fosheim and West – 1 each Turnovers: Philip – 17 New Underwood – 14 Blocks: Philip – 2 New Underwood – 2 Philip leader: Lurz – 2 Fouls: Philip – 20 New Underwood – 14 Fouled out: Philip’s Coyle On Thursday, Feb. 25, Wall defeated New Underwood, 39-23. The Region 7B match between District 14B champion, Wall, and the District 13B champion, Jones County, was Tuesday, March 1, in Philip. The 2016 State B Girls’ Basketball Tournament is Feb. 10-12 in Huron. The District 14B boys’ basketball tournament began Monday, Feb. 29. For the Philip Scotties, who won their match against the Edgemont Moguls, the tournament will continue. The next game for Philip is Thursday March 3. If they win that, the championship match is Friday, March 4. If Philip goes on, the Region 7B match between the District 14B champion team and the District 13B champion team is Tuesday, March 8, in Wall, starting at 6:00 p.m. In the Edgemont win, Philip controlled a fair lead of nine points by halftime. In the third quarter, the Scotties had increased their advantage to 11 points. The fourth quarter blew apart, with Philip gaining another 20 points and winning by 14. Scoring By Quarters 1 2 3 4 Philip N/A 26 38 58 N/A 17 27 44 Edgemont Field goals: Philip – tried 35 Free throws: Philip – N/A Three-point goals: Philip – tried 8 Philip scorers: Scott Rafter – 15, Chase Wright – 13, Dalton Kinsley – 11, Deontae Thorn – 8, Dawson reedy – 4, Clayton Fosheim – 1 Rebounds: Philip – 19 Leaders: Thorn – 5, Kinsley – 4, Wright and Rafter – 3 each, Cooper West and Jace Giannonatti – 2 each Assists: Philip – 17 Leaders: Reedy – 7, Thorn – 4, Wright – 2, Garrett Snook, Kinsley, Rafter and Giannonatti – 1 each Steals: Philip – 14 Leaders: Rafter – 4, Thorn and Wright – 3 each, Reedy – 2, Fosheim and Kinsley – 1 each Turnovers: Philip – 20 Blocks: Philip – 1 Leader: Kinsley – 1 balanced budget amendment to our state constitution. In large part, the upgrade is a result of our budgetary practices. In 2011, we dealt with a structural deficit without raising taxes or spending reserve funds. Each year thereafter, we have continued that stewardship by projecting our revenues and expenses with caution, so if we err, we err on the side of a surplus not a deficit. In 2014, after receiving an unexpected windfall, we used the money to retire bonds early and to pay cash for our new veterans’ home rather than borrowing. These practices, combined with high reserve levels, low debt and zero unfunded pension liability, led Moody’s to award South Dakota the highest credit rating. This upgrade is not just a symbolic victory for South Dakota. There are tangible benefits flowing from an upgrade. Although our constitution prohibits debt, the South Dakota Building Authority and the vocational education program within the South Dakota Health Education Facilities Authority borrow to finance public construction projects like state park improvements and public university dormitories. The upgrades from Standard & Poor’s and Moody’s not only give the financial markets affirmation of our state’s exceptional credit worthiness, but also save substantial amounts in future interest payments. That means our AAA and Aa1 ratings will bring savings for universities, state parks and, ultimately, taxpayers. As the nation and some states have experienced downgrades, South Dakota’s rating increases are indications that we are on the right track. We do not spend money we do not have. We keep our budget in structural balance. We are frugal and seize opportunities to spend in the short term where it can lead to savings, efficiencies or better government in the long term. We work hard to keep our state on a firm financial footing, and this is the latest example of how that stewardship is paying dividends. Scotties win first district match Dennis Daugaard Governor of South Dakota S.D. Gets Highest Rating Possible From Moody’s On Friday, Feb. 19, we learned Moody’s has upgraded South Dakota’s lease-revenue bond rating to Aa1. This is great news for South Dakota. Aa1 is the highest rating South Dakota can receive from Moody’s. It is equivalent to the AAA rating we received from Standard & Poor’s last spring. It took persistent effort for our state to earn this upgrade. Lieu- Peters Excavation Home: (605) 837-2945 tenant Governor Matt Michels and Jason Dilges, our state’s chief financial officer, met four times with Moody’s officials, in Pierre and in New York, to discuss South Dakota’s rating. Following their first meeting in 2014, we adopted a number of new financial practices. These included annually issuing a debt affordability report, a long term financial plan and a capital expenditure plan, to accompany the voters’ approval of a Make your opinion known … write a letter to the editor! All Letters to the Editor must be signed. Fax a signed copy to 859-2410 or mail to Pioneer Review PO Box 788 Philip, SD 57567 Sports March 3, 2016 • Pioneer Review 9 Johnson champion, team third in state Deb Smith State B Wrestling Tournament’s third place team for 2016 is the Philip Area/Badlands Brawlers. Placing in the top eight were Rance Johnson, first, Nick Donnelly, second, Grady Carley, third, Hunter Peterson and Jadyn Coller, fourth, and Reece Heltzel, seventh. Nick Donnelly had a valiant fight with Blake Bietz, Parkston, in the championship match. The two were so close, they changed leads during the match, with Bietz gaining two with just seconds left. Golden West open house – Fiber to Home Golden West Telecommunications will work on its Fiber to the Home (FTTH) project in the towns of Philip and Midland this year. Fiber optic technology, which uses light instead of electricity to transmit information, will provide customers with faster, more reliable internet speeds and a host of new products in the future. Denny Law, Golden West general manager, said, “Fiber optic technology is important for the future of our customers. We know that strong, reliable services, especially high speed Internet, are more vital than ever to helping customers and their communities thrive.” In preparation of the project, Golden West invites all Philip and Midland area residents to an open house at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 8, at the Philip Ambulance Service building in Philip. The event will include a discussion about how and where the fiber will be constructed, and provide an overview of fiber optic benefits. Refreshments will be served and attendees will have a chance to win $100. The next Philip area community blood drive is Tuesday, March 8, from 11:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Philip High School fine arts building. This blood drive is sponsored by the Tea Timers. To schedule and appointment or for more information, call Anita Peterson at 859-2304 or United Blood Services at 605-342-8585 or www.bloodhero.com (enter code: philip). Warmer weather and longer days mean a call for an ample blood supply. Days get longer and activities increase. “Giving blood during springtime can be a great tradition, and it is a gift that the recipient will always remember,” said Brittany Sigel, donor recruitment manager at Rapid City’s United Blood Services. By giving blood, a donor helps replenish a community resource used by a neighbor, relative or friend. Blood can be stored for only 42 days, so a continual fresh supply is crucial. Anyone may need blood at any time. In the event of an accident, serious illness or surgery, an adequate blood supply will make the difference between life and death. With each donation, donors receive a free total cholesterol test and earn points in United Blood Services’ “Hero in Me” rewards program. Volunteer blood donors must be at least 16 years of age, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, and be in good health. Additional height/weight requirements apply to donors 22 and younger, and donors who are 16 years old must have signed permission from a parent or guardian. For more information, visit www.unitedbloodservices.org. United Blood Services of the Dakotas has offices in Bismarck, Fargo, Minot, N.D. and in Aberdeen, Mitchell and Rapid City, collecting more than 125,000 blood products each year to help save the lives of patients in 93 area hospitals. Each center serves as their community’s only non-profit blood provider, and together they are part of the national United Blood Services network, which helps save and sustain the lives of patients in 18 states. Blood drive set for March 8 Of the 12 Philip Area grapplers who qualified for the State B Wrestling Tournament, one came out on top – Rance Johnson. Five others placed in the top eight spots, Nick Donnelly claimed second, Grady Carley placed third, Jadyn Coller and Hunter Peterson were fourth and Reece Heltzel took seventh. The team switched leads with Canton throughout most of the tournament, settling in second before the championship rounds. Parkston snuck in about mid-way through those and took the second place seat. There were 49 teams represented at the State B tournament. This year the State A and State B tournaments were both at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center in Rapid City Feb. 26-27. Team scores for State B were Canton (12 wrestlers) – 148, Parkston (6) – 117.5, Philip Area (12) – 114, Beresford (8) – 91.5, Stanley County (8) – 87, McCook Central/Montrose (8) – 78, Bon Homme/Scotland (7) – 76.5, Burke/Gregory (7) – 74, Webster Area (8) – 67.5, Tri-Valley (5) – 64, Wolsey-Wessington (4) – 63.5, Swing by the shop for a quick demonstration! ATV and UTV units in stock! Scale and other optional accessories available to order! Give Mike or Dane a call at 859-2744 today for questions and pricing! Philip Auto lo an financin g avail able with a pprove d credit. View our full inventory at www.LesBodyShopLLC.com • Total Remodel in 2015 • Approx. 3000 sq. ft. Home • 4 Bedrooms, Walk-in Closet in Master Suite • Office • 4 Bathrooms: 2 full, ¾ & ½ • Family Room with Gas Fireplace • Large Laundry & Utility Room • Large kitchen, Lots of Cabinets Clark/Willow Lake (5) – 54, Lemmon/McIntosh (4) – 52, Elk Point/ Jefferson (5) – 45, Kimball/White Lake/Platte-Geddes (7) – 42, Potter County (5) – 40, Mt Vernon/ Plankinton/Corsica-Stickney (4) – 36, Miller/Highmore-Harrold (4) – 35, Winner Area (8) – 34, Sisseton (10) – 32, Hot Springs (3) – 28, Flandreau (4) and Wagner (4) – 27, Newell (2) – 23.5, Andes Central (1) – 22, Howard (5) – 20, Parker (4) – 19, Mobridge-Pollock (6) – 18, Deuel (3) and Redfield/ Doland (7) – 17, Kingsbury County (1) – 16, Faulkton Area (5) and Groton Area (2) – 15, Bennett County (5) – 13, Lead-Deadwood (2) and Warner/Northwestern (2) – 9, Garretson (4) and Harding County (2) – 8, Marion/Freeman (1) and Sunshine Bible Academy (2) – 7, Custer (5) – 5, Britton/ Hecla (2) and Wessington Springs/ Woonsocket (2) – 4, Lyman (2) and Sioux Valley (5) – 3, St. Thomas More (1) and Tiospa Zina (1) – 2, Sully Buttes (2) – 1, Hill City (2) – 0. 106 lbs: Jayden Coller 4th record 29-12 •Dec. Wyatt Turnquist (WIN) 9-2 •Fall Haydn Gilberston (KC) 3:28 New retirement design signed into law Governor Dennis Daugaard has signed into law Senate Bill 13, establishing a new retirement benefit structure for future public employees who are members of the S.D. Retirement System. At its December board meeting, the SDRS Board of Trustees unanimously approved a new retirement design for new public employees who begin work after June 30, 2017. The reforms received unanimous approval from both the state House and Senate. The new design accommodates longer life expectancies, adds variable hybrid benefits and eliminates inequitable subsidies. Those who fall under the new design will not be subsidizing members of the current design. Both designs will be self-sustaining. The changes will not affect current employees and those already retired, and do not require additional contributions from employees or employers. Daugaard also signed the following bills into law, as of Feb. 26. House Bill 1010 – revises certain provisions relating to the development of park and recreational improvements on lands leased to the Department of Game, Fish and Parks. HB1013 – revises certain provisions regarding alternative instruction achievement tests for children excused from school attendance. HB1014 – authorizes the sale of certain surplus real estate and provides for the deposit of the proceeds. HB1059 – revises provisions related to the garnishment of debts and property. HB1081 – makes an appropriation to fund tax refunds for elderly persons and persons with a disability, revises the income eligibility requirements for property and sales tax refunds, and declares an emergency. HB1082 – codifies the list of navigable streams requiring gates. HB1087 – repeals the requirement of a certain public election notice. FAMILY READY HOME FOR SALE IN PHILIP The Safety Zone Calf Catchers are here and are ready to sell!!!! Rance Johnson, Philip Area’s 160 pound weight class wrestler, is the State B Wrestling Tournament champion. •Maj. Dec. to Trevor Klinnert (TV) 19 •Fall Dane Christopherson (SIS) 1:53 •Dec. to Gilbertson 4-6 113 lbs: Cash Wilson record 30-11 •Sud. Vic -1 to Wyatt Stevens (WSW) 8-13 •Tech. fall Keanan Pikarski (SIS) 194 (4:41) •Dec. to Scott Peterson (CAN) 3-4 120 lbs: Reese Heltzel 7th record 32-17 •Maj. Dec. to Chase Andersen (PKR) 4-13 •Fall Jackson Nockels (KWLPG) 1:18 •Dec. Trevor Peters (WIN) 9-2 •Dec. to Carsten McNeil (RED) 0-4 •Fall Chayce Schleuter (GAR) 4:20 126 lbs: Hunter Peterson 4th record 39-10 •Fall Fin Hanson (B/G) 0:48 •Dec. Josh Weisbrod (CWL) 8-2 •Dec. to Stas Sutera (CAN) 5-6 •Dec. Dalton Bodewitz M/F) 9-5 •Maj. Dec. to Weisbrod 3-12 132 lbs: Pedro Dennis record 30-16 •Fall Hunter Wright (RED) 3:30 •Maj. Dec. to Connor Bertsch (MHH) 1-10 •Maj. Dec. to Cade Shoemaker (WEB) 2-14 145 lbs: Keagan Fitch record 23-11 •Dec. to Mitch Kramer (HOW) 8-11 •Dec. to Alex Daum (KWLPG) 1-3 152 lbs: Nick Donnelly 2nd record 41-5 •Fall Zach Rucktaeschel (WEB) 1:16 •Maj. Dec. Jeremiah Beck (B/G) 14-4 •Dec. Wyatt Burke (CWL) 5-2 •Dec. to Blake Bietz (PKST) 5-7 160 lbs: Rance Johnson 1st record 43-2 •Fall Alex Martinez (PC) 3:44 •Tech Fall. Chris VanHuevelen (SBA) 21-6 (4:00) •Dec. Lucas Bietz (PKST) 12-6 •Dec. Noah Beck (B/G) 4-0 182 lbs: Blake Crowser record 29-13 •Maj. Dec. Jed Konechne (SBA) 10-2 •Dec. to Devin Stork (CAN) 12-11 •Dec. to Cole Schelske (LYM) 0-1 195 lbs: Grady Carley 3rd record 21-4 •Dec. Carter Kennedy (BER) 3-0 •Fall to Jesse Hastings (MVPC) 0:31 •Fall Travis Hill (SB) 2:50 •Dec. Jayden Schroeder (WIN) 5-1 •Dec. Jaydn Broughton (CAN) 8-3 •Dec. Evan Kizer (HOW) 3-2 220 lbs: Jory Rodgers record 21-23 •Fall to Dylan Hines (WW) 2:57 •Fall Silas Larsen (SV) 2:36 •Maj. Dec. to Kreg Kepplinger (BHS) 1-10 285 lbs: Geoffrey DeVries record 17-18 •Fall to Conor Hoy (BER) 1:33 •Ult. Tie Bkr Chase Sigdestad (WEB) 3-2 •Fall to Jordan VanHout (MCM) 0:30 • New Stainless Appliances: Stove, Fridge, Microwave, Dishwasher • Lots of storage space • On-Demand Water Heater • New Windows, Siding & Roof • 3-Car Unattached Insulated & Heated Garage • Quiet Street, Corner Lot • New Deck on front, 6ʼx28ʼ A MUST-SEE!! Contact Mike Moses at (605) 859-2100 HB1089 – revises provisions for accumulation of funds for certain municipal enterprises. HB1098 – revises certain provisions regarding the exemption of motor vehicles from the motor vehicle excise tax. HB1105 – gives the court discretion to grant a continuance of a protection order in certain situations. HB1113 – exempts from the excise tax on motor vehicles the transfer of motor vehicles to a nonprofit organization under certain conditions. HB1150 – revises certain provisions concerning the property tax exemption provided to local industrial development corporations. HB1170 – makes an appropriation to reimburse certain eligible health care professionals who have complied with the requirements of the rural health care facility recruitment assistance program and declares an emergency. SB7 – revises the composition of the state trunk highway. SB12 – authorizes the Board of Regents to sell certain extraneous real property in Brookings County and to deposit the proceeds with the state treasurer to be credited to a fund designated as the real property acquisition and capital improvement fund for South Dakota State University. SB15 – revises certain provisions concerning the membership of the South Dakota Investment Council. SB27 – revises certain personnel requirements for ambulance services and repeals the hardship exemption. SB28 – requires meningococcal immunization for school entry. SB85 – revises certain provisions regarding motorcycle license plates. SB103 – authorizes the Board of Regents to transfer certain real property to South Dakota State University Growth Partnership, Ltd. for research park purposes. School 10 Internship program gains more students Nancy Haigh photos Libbi Koester prepares wax for a customer’s appointment at One Fine Day. Chase Studer is being mentored by Sheriff Fred Koester as part of the Internship program. Mandy Burns works with this second grade student during her school to work hour. Jada Theye reviews a parts order at Philip Motor, Inc. She likes vehicles, so this is a good fit for her in the Internship program. by Nancy Haigh Part 1 of a 3 part series With the spring semester, additional junior and senior students are able to participate in the Internship program through Philip High School; also students may switch their place of work to gain experience in another field. This spring 11 more have joined the program, two have switched sites and three stayed with the same position. The students can go to their work site during a period they are not in class. Senior Libbi Koester selected One Fine Day. Lois Porch and Jen Hulm are her mentors as she learns more about cosmetology. Koester noted she has been interested in cosmetology for a while and wanted to learn if it is a career option for her. “I love working at One Fine Day,” said Koester. “I like working with Lois and Jen.” She wants to get the most out of the experience that she can. Koester said if anyone is interested in learning more about the cosmetology field, she recommends working at One Fine Day. Chase Studer is working under the mentorship of Haakon County Sheriff Fred Koester. “I chose it because I’m considering a career in law enforcement,” he said. He also wants to learn more about the profession in general. “So far the experience has given me so much useful knowledge about the occupation and I’m really enjoying my time there,” said Studer. What he enjoys the most is going out on patrol, as it is exciting. He was surprised to learn that it is not an eight-hour job, that an officer may have to work a 12-hour shift. The senior said the internship provides real world experience and responsibility for the students and he recommends that others take the opportunity. Working with Philip’s second grade teacher Ella Smith is Philip High School junior Mandy Burns. Burns said, “I enjoy starting my morning off learning new things from the kids.” She noted that she chose the second grade because “kids are very entertaining and you never know what they are going to say.” Burns was surprised by how much elementary teachers actually have to do. She has enjoyed the experience and recommends future juniors and seniors take advantage of the program. Jada Theye chose Philip Motor, Inc. with Craig Burns as mentor. She likes vehicles and wants to possibly be an auto body technician. “So being around vehicles is a great experience,” she said. How many different job positions there are in a car dealership surprised Theye. Her favorite job duties are filling oil and rearranging the parts supply. Theye, a junior, said it has been a great learning experience and recommends Philip Motor if a student has an interest in vehicles. Physical education aide is what Sam Schofield, a PHS junior, chose for the Internship program. PHS’s Matt Donnelly is her mentor. “I chose this job because I love younger kids, along with exercise. I want to work with younger kids when I grow up; the exercise was a bonus,” she said. There’s never a dull moment Schofield said. And the experience has been amazing. Her favorite aspect is seeing the kids enjoy exercise. Schofield is happy that the school offers this program, “It gives you an amazing opportunity to figure out what you do and don’t want to do when you grow up.” So far there have been no surprises, but, “Who knows, I teach first through fourth graders; anything can happen,” she said. Pioneer Review • March 3, 2016 Bake/Take Day, March 26 For its annual Bake and Take Day, this year March 26, the South Dakota Wheat Commission invites bakers of all ages to slow down, relax and embrace community spirit by baking goodies and sharing them with friends, neighbors or folks who may not be able to bake themselves. Contestants who write in to tell about their Bake and Take activity will be entered into a random drawing for $50 cash in one of four categories. Participants must indicate a category – youth individual (four to 17 years old), youth group, adult individual (18 plus), or adult group – on the entry form. If no category is given, the entry will be placed in the category that most fits the information. All eligible entries collected via email and United States mail by April 15 will be included in the drawing. "Bake and Take Day has a long tradition in South Dakota as an activity designed to educate consumers in the importance of home baking and wheat foods consumption," said Caren Assman, for SDWC. "The personal visit to members of the community is as rewarding and important as the baked goods you take them." Send a summary of your activity to the South Dakota Wheat Commission, Box 549, Pierre, SD 57501 or email it to info@sdwheat.org. Include any community service aspects, and any comments regarding how the activity strengthened the bonds between individuals. Photos are welcome. Participants may get free recipe pamphlets by sending their name, complete mailing address and the number of recipe brochures needed by emailing info@sdwheat.org. Anyone who bakes and takes a wheat product is eligible for the contest. The featured recipe this year is English lemon cookies. It is not necessary to use the recipes provided, but if participants would like copies of the recipe to accompany their baked goods, request copies from the S.D. Wheat Commission. White Whole Wheat Muffins 1/2 cup margarine or butter 1/2 cup granulated sugar Regional Friday, March 11 • Noon – 6 p.m. (MT) Philip School Fine Arts Building Come to the job fair to visit with employers & post-secondary schools! 330 Scottie Ave., Philip, SD For more info: www.badlandsbadriver.com Contact Number: 605-279-2658 EVENT SPONSORS: Scotchman Industries ~ City of Philip ~ Philip Health Services, Inc. First National Bank & First National Agency ~ Philip Chamber of Commerce Ravellette Publications, Inc. ~ Central S.D. Enhancement District ~ West River Electric Veterans V eter eterans ans Transportation TTrransportation in Highly Rural Rural Counties The VA is committed to going the extra mile nation’s Veterans receive to ensure that our nation’s the best medical care, rreegar gardless dless of where they live. We are building partnerships, providing grants for for Veteran transportation services to eligible organizations and foster fostering a network of providers in rural areas Sponsored by the Stanley Post Post 20 of the American Legion in Fort Fort Pierre, SD. If you you are a veteran living in the counties of Dewey, Hand, Hyde, Haakon, Jones, LLyman, yman, Potter,, Stanley, Sully or Ziebach you Potter you are eligible for for free medical transportation to a Qualified Veterans Medical Facility acility.. To schedule a ride, please call River Cities Public Transit in Pierre at 605-945-2360 or 1-877-587-5776 PPartnered artnered with: Sam Schofield directs this class of elementary students in calisthenics as part of her school to work class. 1/2 cup light brown sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 egg 1/4 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup milk, 2% 2 cups whole wheat flour * Preheat oven to 400°F. Have ingredients at room temperature. Line the muffin tin using paper baking cups or use cooking spray to coat the bottom of the muffin tin. With electric mixer; cream margarine, granulated sugar, brown sugar and baking soda together, scraping bowl with spatula. Use a fork to beat together the egg and vanilla in a small bowl, then add to creamed mixture. Beat until light and fluffy. Add the milk to the creamed mixture. Gradually add the whole wheat flour and lightly stir the ingredients together so dry ingredients are barely moistened. Over mixing will make the muffins tough with tunnels. Fill muffin tins 2/3 full and bake 15 to 17 minutes or until browned and done. Remove from muffin tin and cool on wire rack. School & Sports March 3, 2016 • Pioneer Review Fitness is Fun school assembly 11 A cooperation band helps keep the group doing the same things at the same time, following the directions of the designated leader. by Del Bartels Greg Kaler led a Fitness is Fun school assembly, Tuesday, Feb. 23, for mostly elementary students. Before he was done, high school students and instructors were participating. While constantly professing healthy eating habits and exercise, this 60-year-old kept volunteers jumping, throwing, kicking, bouncing and dancing. Under the Kroetch voted coach of year Coach Ralph Kroetch has been selected by his peers in the South Dakota High School Coaches Association as the 2015 coach of the year for girls’ cross country. The announcement originated from Jim Dorman, Sioux Falls, executive director of SDHSCA. An award luncheon is scheduled during the summer coaches’ clinic in Mitchell, Tuesday, July 12. At the presentation, Kroetch’s biography will be read. He will also receive a commemorative ring. During the presentation, Kroetch is expected to give a comment concerning the award. “As I always say, any recognition a coach receives is earned by the student/athletes current and past, the parents who back the students, school, community and coach. Thank you each and every one of you for all you do for this little program. You have created statewide Scottie honor and recognition with your actions,” stated Kroetch. “Recognition by one’s piers, voted on by the high school coaches of South Dakota, is an honor awarded the coach. In reality it is earned by the student/athletes – aka Scotties. Thanks kids,” said coach Ralph Kroetch. Along with Kroetch being selected for girls’ cross country, Tom Brantner, James Valley Christian, was honored for boys’ cross country. Dan Aaker, Winner, was honored for football. Jean Benson, Chester, was voted in as volleyball coach of the year. Kay VanderVorst, Herreid-Selby Area was selected for cheer. Gymnastics at region and state The Wall/KadokaArea/Philip gymnastics team finished its 2015-2016 season after sending three members to the State Gymnastics Meet in Brookings, Feb. 12-13. The Region 2A meet was in Wagner, Feb. 5. At regions, the Wall/KadokaArea/Philip team took seventh place with a total score of 114.550. The top 20 individual placers earned the right to advance to the state competition. In region bars, Abby Moon earned 14th place with a score of 7.050, Anna Belle McIlravy – 18th place with 6.825, Jerica Coller – 23rd 6.625, Elle Moon – 24th 6.525, and Jaisa Snyder – 31st 5.200 In region beam, A. Moon – 15th 6.975, Coller – 25th 6.425, E. Moon – 32nd 5.675, McIlravy – 37th 5.375, Snyder – 38th 4.925, and Karlee Dartt – 39th 4.025. In region floor exercises, A. Moon – 21st 7.975, Coller – 22nd 7.900, McIlravy – 32nd 7.425, E. Moon – 33rd 7.250, Snyder – 34th 7.150, and Lilly Wagner – 38th 6.875. In region vault, Coller – 15th 8.250, McIlravy – 18th 8.200, A. Moon – 22nd 8.050, E. Moon – 23rd 8.025, Snyder – 34th 7.625, and Wagner – 34th 7.625. In region all around, A. Moon – 14th 30.050, Coller – 20th 29.200, McIlravy – 24th 27.825, E. Moon – 25th 27.475, and Snyder 29th 24.900. At the state meet, the top 25 placers earn medals. The four Wall/KadokaArea/Philip participants earned 16.700 total for 13th place. They earned a score of 16.700 in vault, 14.175 in bars, and 6.850 on beam. In state bars, McIlravy earned 34th place with a score of 7.175. A. Moon took 37th with 7.000. In state beam, A. Moon came Anna Belle McIlravy away with 36th and 6.850. In state vault, McIlravy missed a state medal by one place, earning 26th with a score of 8.400. Coller took 34th with 8.300. heading of Dakota Assemblies, he travels from school to school entertaining and teaching his “three ‘Bs’.” Be kind to everyone. Be healthy. Be active. “Being nice to others makes you happy,” said Kaler. He believes everybody on the earth is equal, but we are also individuals. Everyone is a star. Kaler plans to live to 100. “The food and drink you put in your body will determine how long you live,” said Kaler. “You are what you eat, and if you eat junk food then what does that make you?” Doing what he does, he has worked with some of the best nutrition doctors in the country. Be active. Your heart is the most important muscle in your body. Accompanied by high-paced music, he illustrated being active by using simple items he discovered while visiting China. Juggling one stick with two others, called “crystal sticks, jumble sticks or whatever,” is used for eye-hand coordination, but it involves the entire body. He also uses a huge yo-yo that looks like two bowls stuck bottom-to-bottom and a thin rope. Kaler encouraged student volunteers to bounce a “big beautiful blue blob.” The audience ducked soft, three-armed boomerangs as This young volunteer gleefully caught the triangular boomarang as it swooped over her head. he swooped them around the gymnasium. Individuals twirled long ribbons from an end of a stick, others tried their skill at badminton, while others tried playing hacky sack. A small group of students joined him in working out around a cooperation band, a huge springy band that helps everyone do the same motions at the same time as the leader. Any exercise is good, “Just do it,” said Kaler. He ended his presentation with most of the audience joining him in a huge dance, “a good old fashioned sock hop.” The next Dakota Assemblies presentation, with Louie Reshow, is scheduled for the Philip elementary April 18. Such presentations are open for the public. Del Bartels Greg Kaler gets this volunteer involved in throwing and catching a big beautiful blue blob. Any exercise will do. “Just do it,” said Kaler. www.facebook.com/ravellettepublications 12 School Land Lease Auction A school land lease auction will be held in Haakon County Courthouse, in Philip, SD, on March 14, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. (MT) the following tracts: 36 006N 18E W2 A list of tracts available for lease may be obtained at the Haakon County Auditor’s Office, by visiting sdpubliclands.com, or by contacting Mike Cornelison, Office of School & Public Lands, 500 E Capitol Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501-5070 or phone (605) 773-4172. Disabled individuals needing assistance should contact the Office of School and Public Lands at least 48 hours in advance of the auction to make any necessary arrangements. [Publ. Feb. 18, 25, March 3 & 10, 2016, at the total approximate cost of $31.92] Public Notices NOTICE OF MEETING OF BOARD OF EQUALIZATION CITY OF PHILIP, SD SDCL 10-11-13 Notice is hereby given that the governing body, sitting as a Review Board of the City of Philip, Haakon County, South Dakota, will meet in the Commissioner’s Room, located at 140 S. Howard Ave., Haakon Co. Courthouse 2nd Floor, in said taxing jurisdiction on Monday, March 21, 2016, at 4:00 p.m. for the purpose of reviewing and correcting the assessment of said taxing jurisdiction for the year 2016. All persons considering themselves aggrieved by said assessment are required to submit “Written Objections to Real Property Assessment”, (Form PT 17). These written objections must be filed with the City Finance Officer, acting as the clerk of the local board, no later than March 17, 2016, at 5:00 p.m. Any interested persons are invited to attend this meeting. Monna Van Lint, Finance Officer Moenville [Published March 3 & 10, 2016, at the total approximate cost of $22.75] Leanne Neuhauser | 567-3325 Greetings from cold, snow covered northeast Haakon County! It looks like winter’s here again. We had temperatures in the 70s Saturday and yesterday we received six inches of heavy snow. One thing is for sure, South Dakota weather is seldom boring. Actually, 70˚ at the end of February is really too warm and we can certainly use the moisture in this snow. I need to keep reminding myself that it is only the first of March and we'll probably have plenty of winter before spring is really here to stay. As confusing as this weather is to me, think of how the cattle must feel. They still have their winter coats, which is probably fine for today, but I bet they were plenty warm Saturday. And the newborn baby calves are just trying to get acclimated – I'm hoping their mamas find a nice pile of straw for them. I think the plants in the flower garden are probably confused as well. Since it was such a nice day Saturday, I spent a good part of the day working in the yard, cleaning up flowerbeds and raking up leaves. The plants in the flowerbed on the south side of the house are all up – tulips, daffodils, sedum, iris, lilies, etc. Even the tulips in the shade on the west side of the lawn are up, and they were still under a snow bank about a week ago! Now they are under a snow bank again, although the snow should be gone later this week. I was so excited to finally have the snow gone under the clothes line, I was looking forward to hanging the bedding out to dry. Oh well, I can wait a few more days, I guess. But there is really nothing better, in my opinion, than fresh crisp sheets that have been dried on the clothesline. They smell so wonderful! Yesterday (Monday) didn't start off so well for me and it was all because of a machine that didn't work the way it was supposed to – one of my major pet peeves. The ice maker in our refrigerator wasn't working, which was a frustration. Some- Notice of Cancellation of School Election HAAKON SCHOOL DISTRICT 27-1 Notice is hereby given that no School Election will be held on the 12th day of April, 2016, in Philip, South Dakota. The election for which public notice was given has been cancelled because the following individuals have filed certificates of nomination in the office of the Business Manager for the positions to be filled: Bradly Kuchenbecker, Three (3) Year Term Doug Thorson, Three (3) Year Term Because each of the candidates is unopposed, certificates of election will be issued in the same manner as to successful candidates after the election. Dated this 29th day of February, 2016. Britni Ross Business Manager [Published March 3, 2016, at the total approximate cost of $12.64] times, I can fix it by using a hair dryer, but not this time. So, then I unloaded the freezer section (it needed to be cleaned anyway) and I tried to figure out just what the problem was. Again, no luck. So, I pulled out the refrigerator to investigate further. I needed to clean behind the fridge anyway, so that was a plus. I still couldn't find what the problem was. Unfortunately, after I pushed the refrigerator back, water began leaking. Randy came to the rescue and fixed the leak, but the ice maker still doesn't work. Thankfully, we have a commercial ice maker in the basement, so I still have access to ice, although it is a noisy contraption. All in all, the fridge still keeps things cold, I still have ice, the freezer section is clean and the area behind the fridge is clean. I just need to be grateful rather than frustrated, I guess. I may have to invest in a new ice maker before summer, though. I probably brought this bad luck on myself. Just the other day, I was telling someone how much I disliked the style of our refrigerator and how it seems that when you dislike something it just keeps running forever, so it doesn't make sense to replace it…karma. Oh well, if that is the worst thing that happens this week, we'll be very fortunate! ! # Deadline: Fridays at Noon ads@pioneer-review.com (605) 859-2516 On to the news. I was gone last week, so I was intending to compile two weeks worth of news. But as I was contacting our neighbors, it seems that a lot of folks have been staying close to home taking care of livestock. And some folks are gone, having a last little getaway before their calving duties start. First of all, congratulations to T.J. and Jeanine Gabriel. They held their annual bull sale last week and it sounds like the bulls sold very well. That is a testament to their hard work and the quality of their bulls. Keep up the good work! Nels and Dorothy Paulson were in town Feb. 16 for eye appointments (good news there) and again on the 26th for their income tax appointment. Sunday, the 21st, Dorothy attended cowboy church at Hayes in the morning and she attended Deep Creek Church in the afternoon. Dorothy said the thermometer at their house reached 73˚ Saturday, Feb. 27. Lola and Duane Roseth attended the EMT/fireman's banquet in Midland a week ago. Entertainment for the event was a display of iron sculptures and metal art by Clint Saucerman. Lola said the work is very impressive and creative. A week ago Sunday, Lola helped host a gathering at Deep Creek School for the newlyweds in our community – Cole and Vickie Briggs and Ed and Beth Briggs. There was a good crowd on hand for visiting and card playing. Lola attended cowboy church at Hayes on the 21st, also. Last Friday, Duane helped Jerry Ingram prepare for his auction, which was held Sunday at the Legion Hall in Philip. There was a good crowd on hand for the sale. Monday, Lola went to Rapid City to take care of some errands. The closer she got to home, the roads became more treacherous and the snow continued to get deeper. Thank goodness she made it home okay. Dick and Gene Hudson are spending a few days in Nebraska visiting relatives. They left Friday and will be home later this week. Their daughter, Deb, and her family live in Columbus, Neb., Dick's brother lives in York and Dick's sister lives in Lincoln. Billy and Arlyne Markwed spent Feb. 18th in the Black Hills, riding snowmobiles. Arlyne loves the Black Hills – she lived near Mount Rushmore for several years as a child. Snowmobiling in the Black Hills has been on her bucket list, so their daughters gave them a gift certificate for a day of snowmobiling. Their daughter, Kim, and her husband, Jeff Marso, accompanied Billy and Arlyne and they all had a wonderful time. Billy and Arlyne attended the party at Deep Creek School on the 21st. Last Wednesday, Arlyne stopped for coffee at ! " " Pioneer Review • March 3, 2016 Theresa McDaniels' home. Billy and Arlyne have been busy with auction sales recently, one in Philip Sunday and another in Gettysburg Monday. Arlyne said they had quite a time getting home Monday evening because of the deep snow. Max and Joyce Jones have stayed busy with Eastern Star official visits. They were in Brookings recently and it was nice to see old friends. Last Friday evening, they were in Kadoka for prayer services for Shorty Ireland. They went to Chamberlain that evening and spent the night, then on to Sioux Falls Saturday for Eastern Star. They returned home late Saturday night. Amongst all the Eastern Star activities, they made time to visit the accountant in Winner a week ago last Friday. For the farmers and ranchers, taxes need to be filed by March 1st. It is always nice to have that chore done! Joyce is still dealing with a scratchy throat – some days are better than others. Julian and Coreen Roseth were among those attending the party for Ed and Beth Briggs and Cole and Vickie Briggs at Deep Creek School Feb. 21. Last Friday, Coreen went to Huron to spend the weekend with her mother and help her celebrate her birthday. Coreen and her brother took their mother out for supper Saturday evening. On her way home Sunday, Coreen stopped in Highmore and visited with Ruth Neuhauser. Ruth also had a visit recently from her daughter-in-law, Mary Neuhauser. Nancy Stirling Neuhauser was in Sioux Falls over the weekend, attending the baptism of her greatgrandson. Kevin and Mary Neuhauser were at Deep Creek School on the 21st to honor the newlyweds, Ed and Beth and Cole and Vickie. Last Friday, Mary went to Chamberlain to be on hand at her sister, Doris's, retirement party. Saturday night, Kevin and Mary were in town watching their nephew play hockey. Steve McDaniel is in Arizona, spending a few weeks enjoying the team roping activities there. His wife, Theresa, was there with him for a while and she'll be going back again soon. Son Tucker spent a few days roping there last week, and his wife, Kelsey, joined him for part of that time. The Wickenburg, Ariz., area is like heaven for team ropers – lots of arenas and lots of roping going on every day of the week! Ron and Helen Beckwith were in Sioux Falls a couple of weeks ago for Helen's cancer treatments. She continues to do very well, which is great news. When I talked with Helen yesterday, workmen were at their house installing new cabinets and countertops, more outlets, new sink, etc. It will be a whole new kitchen for them! Next week, they are going on a cruise with their daughters, Cheryl and Rose, and their husbands. Helen said she doubts if she will get Ronnie to wear shorts and flip flops, but I bet they will enjoy the warm temperatures! Saturday, the 20th, Frank and Shirley Halligan attended the wedding dance for Marlene Gloe and Shannon Stewart who were married in Colorado before Christmas. Feb. 21st, Shirley went to Sioux Falls with Patti Petersen as Patti had eye surgery Monday morning. They stayed the day and after a recheck with the doctor at 4 p.m., Shirley drove Patti back to Ft. Pierre Monday evening. Thursday, Frank and Shirley were in town for their tax appointment. Saturday, they were in town again, enjoyed supper with Clark and Carmen Alleman, then went to the East of Westerville Concert also featuring Kenny Putnam. There was a nice crowd at Riggs Theater for the concert which was a benefit for Kiwanis. They came home Sunday as Frank was fighting a cough again and later watched the American rodeo on television. Beth Briggs was in White River Feb. 18 - 20th visiting her folks, Jack and Betty Carr. On the 21st, Ed and Beth went to cowboy church in Hayes at Hayes Hall. The Methodist and Lutheran congregations held a combined service. They had lunch and Sunday sundaes afterward. That evening, Ed and Beth were two of the guests of honor at the community gathering at Deep Creek School. Last Thursday, Jack and Betty Carr, White River, and Bill and Cheri Strunk, Marshalltown, Iowa, came to Ed and Beth's for a visit. The group had dinner and went for a drive down by the river. Friday, the 26th, Ed and Beth were in Rapid City – Ed said it was warm and they even had the air conditioning on for a bit. While in Rapid City, they had dinner with Beth's son, John. The weather has turned and now it is looking like winter again! Bill and Polly Bruce have been close to home recently. Bill has been helping with cattle feeding and they entertain grandson Riley every once in a while – actually, I think Riley entertains them! Polly said she finished up another graduation quilt, so those are done for this year. Now she has to make three baby quilts for upcoming arrivals. Bill and Polly have a small dog, one that Bill inherited. The recent snow was a little deep for the dog, so Bill had to go out and shovel a path so the pooch could go outside! They haven't started calving yet at the Bruce ranch. Chase and Kelly Briggs entertained several couples and children last Friday evening. Great time for the big people and little people alike! It has been busy for us recently. On the 16th, Randy and I kept appointments in Philip and Rapid City. The 17th, Chelsea, Maddie and I went to Kadoka to visit my mother, Letoy Brown, as well as my sister, Ellie Bettelyoun, and her daughters and grandson. Daughter Jennifer and granddaughter Caroline met us there to visit, then they came to the ranch to visit for a few days. On the 20th, Randy and I flew to Arizona to visit friends Bob and Sharel Spears and John and Jimmie Francis for a few days. We had a great time four-wheeling in the desert, seeing Bob's gold mining operation and enjoying the sunshine. We spent a day at the Grand Canyon, which was spectacular. Pictures just don't do it justice! It is impossible to experience the scope of the place unless you are there. We toured around the Sedona area, which is breathtaking also. One day we spent time around Wickenburg and we went and watched neighbors Steve and Tucker McDaniel in the team roping competition. It is easy to see why roping enthusiasts love it there! We also spent a day and a night with friends Rich and Donna Gloe near Apache Junction. Rich and Randy were high school classmates. We flew back home Thursday, the 25th. On the 26th, son Scott and his family came to spend the weekend at the ranch and help with some projects around here. Calving season has started here, so there isn't a dull moment! This week, I am grateful for home. It is wonderful to visit other places and landscapes and get a taste of life there. But of all the places I've ever been, I still choose to live here. We are blessed with wonderful friends and neighbors, loving family, beautiful country, wide open spaces, clean air – the list could go on and on. We are fortunate indeed! I hope you will enjoy your week! The sun is shining, the snow is going to melt and give us much needed moisture, the calves on the ground are frolicking around, and spring is just around the corner. Life is good! Filter Special 16% off all Filters 2009 Ford Expedition, Eddie Bauer, leather, local trade Philip Motor, Inc. (through the entire month of March) Stock up & take advantage of CNH Capital Terms WATCH FOR OUR HAY PARTS SPECIAL IN APRIL! Philip, SD 859-2585 • (800) 859-5557 Check out our entire selection at www.philipmotor.com 8592568 Philip Pioneer Review is a legal newspaper for the City of Philip, Haakon County, Haakon School Dist. 27-1, Town of Midland, West River Rural Water Development District. March 3, 2016 • Pioneer Review AUTOMOTIVE FOR SALE: 2009 Kawasaki Voyager. Nice ride. Lots of power with the 1700cc. Very well taken care of. Only 18,500 miles. Ready to hit the road, contact me soon! $8,499. 605-3502051, ask for Ron. P3-tfn BUSINESS & SERVICE TAX PREPARATION: Personal and small business. Contact Eileen Stolley, Registered Tax Return Preparer, Stolley Tax and Business Service, Kadoka 8372320. K9-6tc HILDEBRAND STEEL & CONCRETE will do all your concrete construction jobs. Call us and we will give you a quote. Office, 837-2621, Rich’s cell, 431-2226, toll free, 877-867-4185. K32-tfn O’CONNELL CONSTRUCTION, INC., PHILIP: Rock, Sand, Gravel (screened or crushed). We can deliver. Dams, dugouts, building sites. Our 40th year. Glenn or Trace, 859-2020. PR11-tfn NEED A PLUMBER? Licensed plumbing contractor for all your indoor plumbing and outdoor water and sewer jobs. Call Dale Koehn, 441-1053 or leave a message at 837-0112. K38-tfn WEST RIVER EXCAVATION will do all types of trenching, ditching and directional boring work. See Craig, Diana, Sauntee or Heidi Coller, Kadoka, SD, or call 837-2690. Craig cell: 3908087, Sauntee cell: 390-8604; wrex@ gwtc.net K50-tfn FARM & RANCH FOR SALE: 1890 JD no-till drill, 7-1/2” spacing, all run blockage monitor, flotation tires, 3113.5x15 8-hole rims on main frame, new blades in fall of 2014. Also, 270 Bushell tank, 1910 commodity cart w/8” auger with brown boxes and monitor, black seed rolls. Terry Buchert, 859-2217 or 685-3430. P13-2tc FARMWORKER: (4) temporary positions, 03/01/16 thru 12/01/16. Drive tractors and operate farm equipment to till soil, to plant, irrigate, fertilize & harvest crops, tend livestock. Drive & operate farm vehicles for farm use and on public roads. Perform mechanical maintenance on equipment. 6 mo. experience, high school diploma required. Must have or be able to obtain driver’s license within 30 days after hire. 48 hr./wk., $13.80 per hr., free housing. 3/4 work period guaranteed. Tools & equip. provided. Transportation to & from place of recruitment will be paid upon completion of 50% of work contract. Job location is at C. Dean Gigot Estate, Garden City, KS. Apply for this job at Kansas Workforce Center, 2308 First Avenue, Dodge City, KS, (620) 227-2149 with job order #9909511 or nearest workforce office with a copy of this ad. PR28-1tp FOR SALE: 2007 - 580 Redball pull-type sprayer, 1600 gal. tank, 100 gal. rinse tank, hand wash tank, 90 ft. booms, triple valve body, adjustable axle, 38090-R46 tires, Raven monitor, nice. Terry Buchert, 859-2217 or 685-3430. P13-2tc FOR SALE: 1998 JD 9200 tractor, 4WD, 24 speed transmission, 42” tires, big 1000 PTO, 4 hyd. outlets, 3-point with quickhitch, Case drain, Green Star ready with JD Universal, auto steer with monitor and key card (brown boxes). Terry Buchert, 859-2217 or 685-3430. P13-2tc FOR SALE: (4) black Longhorn yearling heifer bulls, $1,200 for all four; $1,500 for pick. Call 605-867-1976, leave message. PW12-2tc SUMMER PASTURE WANTED for 75 to 200 pairs. Call 605685-3801. P12-2tc FOR SALE: Thunder Creek 750 gallon fuel tank, service shop special, air, generator, tool boxes, (2) oil tanks with pumps, 40 gal./minute fuel pump. Terry Buchert, 859-2217 or 685-3430. P13-2tc FOR SALE: MFS land leveler, 12’, nearly new, (2) hyd. functions. Terry Buchert, 859-2217 P13-2tc or 685-3430. COVER CROP SEED: Secure your seed supply – radish, turnip and more. Custom mixes to suit your needs. Unbeatable prices, shipping available. Dakota’s Best Seed, 605-337keri@midstatesd.net, 3318, www.dakotasbestseedllc.com PR26-4tc SEED PRODUCTION: Growers wanted for many different spring seeded crops. Call Dakota’s Best Seed, 605-337-3318, keri@midstatesd.net, www.dakotasbestPR26-4tc seedllc.com HAY FOR SALE: Alfalfa and alfalfa/grass in large round bales. Call for analysis and price, 5443363. PR22-tfn CRP SEED: Your 1-stop shop for all your seed needs. Cleaned tested - mixed. Competitive prices, shipping available. Dakota’s Best Seed, 605-3373318, keri@midstatesd.net, www.dakotasbestseedllc.com PR26-4tc FOR SALE: Rope horse halters with 10’ lead rope, $15 each. Call 685-3317 or 837-2917. K44-tfn TRAILER TIRES FOR SALE: 14-ply, 235/85/16R. $170, mounted. Les’ Body Shop, 8592744, Philip. P40-tfn Classifieds (605) 859-2516 HELP WANTED PHILIP HEALTH SERVICES – many job openings! Full time and part time. More details at www.philiphealthservices.com. Full Time benefit package available at 30 hours per week (health, dental, life, vision). Drug test and background check required. EOE. Apply in person, email jhenrie@regionalhealth. com, or call 605-859-2511 and extension of the manager listed. Dietary: Evening Aide: ThursSun, 11:30am-7:30pm. FT and PT Evening Cooks: 10:30am6:45pm. FT or PT Morning Cook: 5:00am-1:30pm. Contact Emily at ext. 118. Maintenance: Full Time Maintenance position. Construction, trade or mechanical experience desired. Contact Jennifer at ext. 191. Nursing: CNA/Nurse Aide. Training paid! please call Carmen at Ext. 161. Housekeeping: FT Housekeeper and FT Laundry Aide needed. Call Denise at Ext. 154. P12-tfn LOOKING FOR A SELF-MOTIVATED PERSON to help with tires and shop work. Apply at Morrison's Pit Stop, 408 N. Larimer, Philip. Ask for Dale or Brandon. PR27-2tc MOTEL 6 & DAYS INN IN WALL have desk clerk positions available. Questions, please call Susie at 279-2133 or stop by for an application. PW12-2tc POSITION AVAILABLE: Assistant cook at the Kadoka school. Applications are available on the website www.kadoka.k12.sd.us and mail be mailed to Kadoka Area School, Attn. Jamie Hermann, PO Box 99, Kadoka, SD 57543. For more information contact Supt. Jamie Hermann at 837-2171. EOE. K12-2tc KADOKA SUBWAY is looking for an outgoing, motivated, responsible team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. We currently have an opening for a night shift sandwich artist. This position is for evenings including week-ends. We offer competitive wages, paid training and advancement opportunities. If you would like to be a part of our team please apply by logging on to mysubwaycareer.com and enter store number 59470 or stop by the store to pick up an application. K10-tfn NOW HIRING FULL-TIME: We are looking for a motivated individual for our sheetfed and web press operation. Applicant must be detail-oriented and able to work under a deadline. Mechanical abilities a plus. Overtime available certain times of the year. For more information call Don or Beau at 859-2516, Ravellette Publications, Philip. P48-tfn JOBS WANTED PERSON LOOKING FOR EMPLOYMENT on a ranch or farm with cattle or grain. Ken Anderson, 608-214-0031, Monroe, WI. If no answer, leave message. P13-4tp Apartment available immediately at Moses Manor in Philip. This spacious two bedroom, two bath 1,200 sq. ft. apartment is handicap accessible and has a large attached single car garage. Also enjoy the generous kitchen and living room areas. All major appliances included. Easily heated and cooled by a high efficiency electric heat pump. You can sit on the back deck and enjoy the outdoors! For more information on this rare opportunity in small town living, contact Mike at 859-2100. PHILIP BODY SHOP •Complete Auto Body Repairing •Glass Installation •Painting •Sandblasting Toll-Free: 1-800-900-2339 Pee Wee & Toby Hook 859-2337 • Philip, SD Jimh@westriverrealty.net www.WestRiverRealty.net Commercial • Residential • Farm/Ranch REALTY RONALD G. MANN, DDS FAMILY DENTISTRY Winter Hours PHILIP: M-Tu-Th-Fri • 8 to 5 WALL: 2nd, 3rd & 4th Wed. • 8:15 to 4 104 Philip Ave. • 859-2491 • Philip, SD OFFICE BUILDING: 919 Main St., Kadoka, SD. $25,000. Will do contract for deed, or rent on yearly lease, $200 monthly. Call Teddy Louise (cell) 307-8555372. P12-4tp HOME FOR SALE: 3 bdrm, 1.5 baths, 3 heat sources, attached partially furshop/garage, nished, one block from Main Street in Kadoka, space included for expansion, $32,050 price negotiable, call 605-8400163, 605-840-2533, 605-8422533. K7-tfn BUSINESS FOR SALE: Profitable, turn-key business includes building and equipment. Excellent family business. Pizza Etc. in Philip. Price reduced to $100,000. 605-859-2365 or 175 S. Center Ave., Kim or Vickie. PR17-tfn WANTED: Ranch/farm with or without cattle and equipment, approximately 500 to 2,000 acres located in South Dakota, house optional, private party cash transaction. Call Don, 413478-0178. PR3-tfn CLASSIFIED POLICY PLEASE READ your classified ad the first week it runs. If you see an error, we will gladly re- run your ad correctly. We accept responsibility for the first incorrect insertion only. Ravellette Publications, Inc. requests all classifieds and cards of thanks be paid for when ordered. A $2.00 billing charge will be added if ad is not paid at the time the order is placed. If an ad does not have an area code on the phone number, it is a 605 area code. THANK YOU The Country Cupboard Food Pantry would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the food pantry during the holiday season and in January at the Williams Wedding Reception. Your help with donations, volunteer hours, food drives, and monetary support helps keep the doors open. It is a blessing to live in such a wonderful supportive area such as ours. Thank you. Sincerely, Country Cupboard Food Pantry Thanks to everyone who came to my 90th birthday party. Also for all the wonderful cards. I enjoyed visiting with all of you. I want to thank my family for their work putting it on and all those who helped. It was very much appreciated. Leo Patton NOTICES/WANTED FABRIC! FABRIC! FABRIC! Shop for all your quilting needs with the vendors — Nuts & Bolts, Edgemont/Dakota Quilts, Spearfish/Hancocks, Rapid City — during the Badlands Quilters Weekend Getaway, March 11 & 12, in the Community Center, Wall, SD. WP26-4tc WANTED TO BUY: Clean COTTON rags. 25¢ per pound. Bring to the Pioneer Review, Philip. P12-tfn ADVERTISE IN NEWSPAPERS statewide for only $150.00. Put the South Dakota Statewide Classifieds Network to work for you today! (25 words for $150. Each additional word $5.) Call this newspaper, 605-859-2516, or 800-658-3697 for details. JOB OPPORTUNITY LOOKING FOR A JOB? Exploring careers? Come to the BBR Job Fair! Noon-6pm, Friday, March 11th at the PHS Fine Arts Building in Philip, SD www.badlandsbadriver.com. EMPLOYMENT For all your real estate needs: Jim Hoag, Broker Associate (605) 209-1319 REAL ESTATE ART LESSONS: Sat., Mar. 5 and Sun., Mar. 6, 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Quinn Community Center, Pencil Sketch Artist, Ray Kelly. Contact Lorna for more information, llmoore@gwtc.net or 3862120. PW12-2tc LOOKING FOR ALL THE COMFORTS OF HOME WITHOUT HAVING TO MOW YOUR OWN LAWN AND SCOOP YOUR OWN SNOW? Business & Professional Directory Call 859-2516 to place your ad!! PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: TECHS & MAINT. PERSONS: Need motivated technicians and shop general maintenance person. Excellent compensation package. 401K, paid vacation and holidays, profit sharing, medical insurance, production bonuses. Climate controlled work environment. Apply at Grossenburg Implement in Philip. Will train the right person. P2-tfn POSITION OPEN: Jackson County Highway Superintendent position. Experience in road maintenance. Supervisory/administrative experience preferred. Position open until filled. Salary DOEQ. Information 8372410 or 837-2422, Fax 8372447. K9-7tc ANGUS BULLS & HEIFERS selling St. Onge Livestock, March 18th. Great calving ease for heifers, 2015 Grand Champion Jr. and Yearling Champions by Dakota and Freedom, as well as half brothers, tested, super gentle, ready to go. Put pounds on your next calf crop. Call Schaaf Angus, 605-390-5535 or 605515-1502. P13-3tc CLASSIFIED RATE: CARD OF THANKS: BOLD FACE LOCALS: NOTE: DISPLAY AD RATE: HELP WANTED: Jackson County Highway Department Worker. Experience in road maintenance preferred. CDL Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening required. Applications / resumés accepted. Information 837-2410 or 837 2422, fax 837-2447. K9-7tc 13 CUSTER REGIONAL Senior Care and Custer Clinic are accepting applications for RNs, LPNs, and Medical Assistants. New Graduates welcome! Located in the beautiful southern Black Hills, Custer is a great place to live and enjoy the outdoors. We are just a short distance from Mount Rushmore, Wind Cave National Park, Custer State Park, Jewel Cave National Park and many other outdoor attractions. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits. Contact Human Resources at (605) 673-9418 for more information or log onto www.regionalhealth.com to apply. EEOC/AA. PESKA CONSTRUCTION looking for concrete foreman, lead man, and metal building erectors. Work will be based out of Sioux Falls. Contact Peska Construction at 605-334-0173 to apply. BOWDLE HEALTHCARE CENTER has an opening for FT radiology tech, with ultrasound helpful but not necessary. Benefits include health, dental, & vision insurance & retirement. Interested? Contact Brooke Heilman or Carrie Beadle at 605-285-6146. TREE SPECIALIST to serve the area of Northwest SD. Send re- sume by 3/15/16 to Conservation District, Box 189, Bison, SD 57620 or e-mail brooklyn. schecher@sd.nacdnet.net. SEEKING MS PRINCIPAL; HS Principal; Grade 6-12 Special Education Teacher; HS Math teacher; HS Science teacher; Kindergarten teacher and Third Grade teacher for the MobridgePollock School District 62-6 for the 2016-2017 school year. Contact Tim Frederick at 605-8459204 for more information. Certified Application and Resume can be mailed to: Mobridge-Pollock School District 62-6; Attn: Tim Frederick; 1107 1st Avenue East; Mobridge SD 57601. Open until filled. EOE. BOWES CONSTRUCTION, Brookings, SD, Current Positions Open: Truck Drivers, Various Equipment Operators, Mechanic, Welder, Road Reclaimer, General Laborer. For complete details email: v_longville@bowesconstruction.co m or call 605.693.3557. YES! YES! YES! T&R needs company TANKER drivers for oil field work! Requirements: Class A license, 2 year experience, clean MVR and 23+ yrs. of age. SUPER pay & benefits. To learn more call Beth, Kim, or Sharon today! (888) 985-3001 www.driveforgibsons. com EOE. FULL TIME COOK AND WAITRESS. Possible living quarters for the right person, Faith, SD, Branding Iron 605-967-2662 ask for Tim or Deb. RNs up to $45/hr., LPNs up to $37.50/hr., CNAs up to $22.50/hr. Free gas/weekly pay. $2000 Bonus. AACO Nursing Agency 1-800-656-4414 Ext. 8. PERKINS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE accepting applications for a deputy sheriff eligibility list. An EOE Perkins County Sheriff’s Office PO Box 234 Bison, SD 57620 605-244-5243. MISCELLANEOUS XARELTO USERS have you had complications due to internal bleeding (after January 2012)? If so, you may be due financial compensation. If you don’t have an attorney, CALL Injuryfone today! 1-800-298-2105. MEET SINGLES RIGHT NOW! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now: 1-800958-7963. NOTICES ADVERTISE IN NEWSPAPERS statewide for only $150.00. 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Printed only in the Pioneer Review. $2.00 added charge for bookkeeping and billing on all charges. $9.00 per column inch, included in the Pioneer Review and the Profit. $6.10 per column inch for the Pioneer Review only. All real estate advertised in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, or discrimination on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, or any intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is a violation of the law. Our readers are informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. 14 Pioneer Review • March 3, 2016 Hit & Miss 859-2516 | betty@pioneer-review.com | MR.Hansen@sdsmt.edu | lerekiel@gwtc.net continued from 4 great-grandchildren, the family has grown greatly in size. I didn’t have a chance to interview Gay, so I can’t report how many grandchildren and great-grandchildren she has. Many of her family were present. Besides her immediate family, many other relatives were there including her brothers, Marvin and Byron Denke, and his wife, Cherry. It was a beautiful day for the party with temperatures in the middle 60s. There were many guests, but I did not see how many signed the guest book. Mary Nolan, a niece of Gay’s, was tending the guest book. Her dad, Richard Logan, was a brother to Gay’s husband, Phil. Both, Tammy and Russel’s wife, Barbara, with the help of others, worked hard to make the party a grand success. Gay was seated alongside a table on which was the beautifully decorated cake and some bouquets of flowers and colorful balloons. Many pictures were taken during the course of the afternoon to record the event. A video of precious moments in Gay’s life was set up next to that table and was programed to play repeatedly. A lunch of finger foods was laid out on the counter next to the kitchen along with paper plates and napkins. Also on that counter was a bowl of punch as well as cups for fresh brewed coffee. A program began with some special music presented by Barb Bowen harmonizing with recorded background music. Barb spoke a few words and then they sang the old-time song, “Bicycle Built For Two.” Later they sang one which had been Gay’s request. It was “Let Me Call You Sweetheart.” In between those songs, they asked for folks to share some of their memories. Mary Nolan was the first responder. Pastor Kathy Chesney said a few words, complimenting Sunday Night Bingo! Starts at 5:30! Package Liquor & Casino Gay on her dedication to doing Bible devotions at the Silverleaf and the nursing home. Pastor Lauren Ley also spoke and reflected upon Gay’s involvement as a historian and also about her Christian faith as being sterling, shining through even in the midst of her illness. Others, including me, also shared how Gay had touched their lives. Some spoke from where they were seated instead of coming forward. One such person was Sam Seymore, Murdo. During the 2008 Fort Pierre to Deadwood wagon train trail ride, Gay had joined the trail this side of Fort Pierre and rode in his wagon part of the way. Sam mentioned to me that they had a mishap when his team got spooked at a rest stop and had a wreck. From that point on Gay rode in another wagon. Sam rejoined the trail a bit later. I am not sure how much of the trail drive she took in. They made the Grind- The Steakhouse & Lounge Bar Salad le at ab Avail h! Lunc ~ Tuesday, March 1 ~ Ribeye Special ~ Wednesday, March 2 ~ Beef Brisket & Dinner Salad Open Daily Monday thru Saturday Downtown Philip ~ Thursday, March 3 ~ Chicken Fried Steak ~ Friday, March 4 ~ Shrimp Basket TUES., MARCH 1, 2016 A lighter run of both weigh-ups & Bred Cattle, along with the Deering's Cheyenne Charolais Bull Sale. Good activity on weigh-ups and bred cattle. Next week, Big Special Feeder And Replacement Heifer Sale with 4000 head and Trask & Peterson Angus Bull Sale. BRED CATTLE: JASON HAMILL - MILESVILLE 25...................................BLK HFRS 1270#......... $2,025.00 BILLIE PARSONS - MILESVILLE 50 ...........BLK BROKEN MOUTH COWS 1641#......... $1,400.00 15 ..............BLK SOLID MOUTH COWS 1660#......... $1,450.00 6 .....RED & BLK 5 TO 6 YR OLD COWS 1650#......... $1,575.00 LYNN FIELDS - ELM SPRINGS 32 ..........BWF BROKEN MOUTH COWS 1408#......... $1,350.00 MIKE & LISA KARRELS - BROADUS, MT 61...................................BLK HFRS 927#........... $1,860.00 41 ...........BLK BROKEN MOUTH COWS 1316#......... $1,350.00 42 ...........BLK BROKEN MOUTH COWS 1312#......... $1,300.00 DEL BROST - MURDO 42BLK & BWF SLD TO BRKN MTH COWS 1328# ...... $1,210.00 1310#.............. $93.00 1215#.............. $95.00 1410#.............. $81.50 1795#............ $107.00 1121#............ $105.00 UPCOMING SALES: TUESDAY, MAR. 8: SPECIAL FEEDER CATTLE SALE FEATURING BANGS VACCINATED HEIFERS & REGULAR CATTLE SALE & TRASK & PETERSON ANGUS BULL SALE. WEIGHUPS 10:00MT - TRASK & PETERSON ANGUS 12:00MT - YEARLINGS & CALVES TO FOLLOW (ESTIMATING 4,000 HEAD) FEEDER CATTLE: FS=FALL SHOTS, NI=NO IMPLANTS, AN=ALL NATURAL S. JONES RANCH – 630 BLK & BWF CLVS; FS,NI ...................................................600-700# J. LONG & J. LONG – 450 BLK STRS; FS,NI ..500-700# E. THOMPSON – 300 BLK STRS; FS,NI ..........700-750# BUCHHOLZ & RISLOV – 300 BLK BV REPLC. HFRS; FS,NI ...................................................650-750# JOHN CAPP RN. – 240 BLK, BWF & FEW RWF HFRS NO IMPLANTS ........................................600-650# J. LONG – 240 BLK CLVS; FS,NI ..................650-750# HEUTHER RANCH – 200 RED ANG REPL. HFRS; FS,NI ..........................................................700# WEST – 120 BLK & BWF CLVS; FS,NI ...........500-600# ADRIAN – 120 BLK & CHAR X CLVS; NI.........450-550# BRUNSKILL – 100 BLK STRS; FS,NI...............700-750# FANNING ANGUS – 100 BLK CLVS ................700-800# C. & T. HAMMERSTROM – 80 BLK HFRS; FS,NI.....525# C. ARNESON – 70 BLK & BWF CLVS; FS,NI ....600-700# R. VOLLMER – 70 BLK ANGUS STRS; FS NI, DRUG FREE .............................................600# STRATMAN – 70 BLK CLVS; FS,NI .................650-700# COLLINS – 65 MOSTLY BLK & BWF BV REPLC. HFRS & A FEW STRS; FS,NI ..............................600# THOMSEN – 65 BLK CLVS; FS,NI ..................550-650# Keep supporting R-CALF USA! R-CALF USA is our voice in government to represent U.S. cattle producers in trade marketing issues. Join today & help make a difference! FREE Juke Box Friday N ights Reservations: 859-2774 Regular Menu Available Nightly! Lunch Specials: Monday thru Friday • 11:00 to 1:30 ~ Call for specials! ~ Saturday, March 5 ~ Prime Rib ~ Monday, March 7 ~ Prime Rib Sandwich PHILIP LIVESTOCK AUCTION PHILIP, SOUTH DAKOTA WEBSITE ADDRESS: www.philiplivestock.com Email: info@philiplivestock.com WEIGH-UPS: MARK WILLIAMS - KADOKA 1 .....................................RED COW 1 .....................................RWF COW 1 .....................................RED COW BILL GOTTSLEBEN - PHILIP 1 .....................................BLK BULL 8..............................BLK COWETTES after such an exhausting day. God bless her! Sunday, Feb. 28, I decided to brave the blustery winds and go check out the pancake breakfast being served by the Masons at the senior citizen’s center. (That actually didn’t take much bravery!) I recalled that M.R. Hansen gave them a good review in this news column a few weeks back. With a choice of pancakes or biscuits and gravy with sausage links – one certainly did not leave there hungry. I was there about 8:30 a.m. and lingered for over an hour as people came and went. That way I could meet and visit with more folks and have more substance to this report. (Yes, I was partially motivated from the aspect of being a reporter!) An extra bonus for me was to visit with some of my former neighbors. I visited with Marvin and Vicki Eide and Rich Smith, Tucker and Jess Smith, and other country folks not necessarily from the Grindstone neighborhood. Tucker and Jess had their three cute kids with them. Janet Lurz, Wall, was the one who brought her dad, Rich Smith. I was surprised to see so stone Hall as one of their stopping points. Rose and I had a conflict of schedules so did not make it to Grindstone that time. If I am not mistaken, Gary and Julie Nixon were also on that trail ride with a wagon and team of horses. Back to reporting about the party – after the end of the program and more picture taking, the cake was cut and served. Many of the folks at the party were strangers to me. I asked several to introduce themselves to me. I noted that two residents of the nursing home were brought to the party by members of their families. They were Nina Finn and Carrol Foland. A couple of other seniors who came to the party from out of town were Hazel Thompson and Phillis Thorson. Hazel’s son, Russel, Sundance, Wyo., stopped at Spearfish to pick up his mom from the Hickory House Apartments where both she and Phillis reside. Phillis caught a ride with them to go back home. To end the day’s activities, Gay attended the Saturday evening worship services at First Lutheran Church. No one would fault her had she missed church GARY & JULIE NIXON - PHILIP 1 .....................................BLK COW 1 .....................................BLK COW 3 ....................................BLK COWS 1 ...............................BLK COWETTE BILLIE PARSONS - MILESVILLE 3 ....................................BLK COWS 1 .....................................BLK COW 1 .....................................BLK COW 1 .....................................BLK COW 25 ..................................BLK COWS BUSTER PETERSON - KADOKA 1....................................HERF COW ZEB HOFFMAN - CREIGHTON 1 .....................................RWF COW HAROLD FROMM - RAPID CITY 4..........................RED & BLK COWS JEFF LONG - ENNING 1 .....................................BLK COW 1 .....................................BLK COW 1 .....................................RED COW 1 .....................................RED COW 18 ..................................BLK COWS MATT VANDERMAY - LONG VALLEY 1 .....................................BLK BULL 1 .....................................BLK BULL LYLE LONG - ENNING 1 ...................................CHAR BULL WILLIAM ECKERT - OKATON 1 ....................................RED HFRT MIKE NELSON - PHILIP 1 .....................................BLK COW M. WILLIAMS & L. PALMER – 60 BLK CLVS; FS,NI ...................................................500-600# M. SIELER & D. SIELER – 50 BLK HFRS; FS,NI ...................................................550-600# G. LONG – 50 BLK & BWF BV REPLC. HFRS; FS,NI ...................................................500-600# WELLER RANCH – 50 BLK BV REPLC. HFRS; FS,NI ...................................................600-700# G. GROPPER – 45 BLK BV REPLC. HFRS; FS,NI ...................................................700-750# KETELSEN – 40 BLK HFRS .................................675# TIMMONS – 40 HERF STRS; FS,NI .................500-600# MADER – 40 BLK BV REPLC. HFRS; FS,NI ............600# HEINRICH RANCH – 40 BLK CLVS; FS,NI ..............750# ZUCARRO – 40 RED ANG BV REPL. HFRS; FS,NI ...................................................600-650# MCKAY – 35 BLK & BWF FALL CLVS; AN .......350-450# S. MCDANIEL – 35 BLK & RED STRS; FS ......600-650# WILLIAMS – 30 BLK & BWF HFRS; FS,NI .......500-550# REEVES – 30 BLK CLVS; FS,NI ............................600# RICHARDSON – 25 RED SIMM X HFRS; FS,NI ..625-650# C. POSS – 20 BLK HFRS ............................400-500# PRESTON – 17 BLK STRS; FS,NI ..........................650# MORE CONSIGNMENTS BY SALE DAY. FOR MORE INFO: CALL THOR ROSETH AT 605-685-5826, JEFF LONG AT 605-515-0186 OR OFFICE AT 605-859-2577 TUESDAY, MAR. 15: SPECIAL STOCK COW & BRED HEIFER SALE & REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, MAR. 22: SPECIAL FEEDER CATTLE SALE FEATURING BANGS VACCINATED HEIFERS & REGULAR CATTLE SALE Philip Livestock Auction, in conjunction with Superior Livestock Auction, will be offering video sale as an additional service to our consignors, with questions about the video please call, Jerry Roseth at 605-685-5820, Jeff Long at 605-515-0186 or Randy Curtis in the Black Hills area at 605-892-5694. 859-2577 Philip, SD 1325#.............. $87.00 1410#.............. $80.00 1445#.............. $78.00 1140#.............. $93.00 1423#.............. $83.50 1335#.............. $80.00 1450#.............. $79.00 1585#.............. $78.50 1711#.............. $77.00 1175#.............. $84.00 1170#.............. $93.00 1121#.............. $88.00 1150#.............. $82.00 1270#.............. $81.50 1275#.............. $79.50 1260#.............. $78.00 1466#.............. $76.50 2300#............ $104.50 1790#............ $100.50 2210#............ $104.50 950#.............. $118.00 1490#.............. $80.00 1 ...............................BLK COWETTE 1075#.............. $99.00 ROXY RICHARDSON - LONG VALLEY 2....................................RED COWS 1278#.............. $79.50 MIKE & LISA KARRELS - BROADUS, MT 1 .....................................BLK COW 1350#.............. $79.00 5..........................RED & BLK COWS 1296#.............. $78.50 NEAL & JUDY LIVERMONT - INTERIOR 1 .....................................BLK COW 1415#.............. $78.50 1.....................................BLK HFRT 950#.............. $105.00 SAM & CARY JOHNSTON - ELM SPRINGS 2 ....................................BLK COWS 1310#.............. $78.00 2 ....................................BLK COWS 1283#.............. $77.75 3 ....................................BLK COWS 1182#.............. $77.00 MIKE LONGBRAKE - HOWES 1 .....................................BLK BULL 1935#............ $101.00 TYLER CARROLL - FAIRBURN 2 ....................................BLK COWS 1253#.............. $78.00 DED BUTTE RANCH LLC - MIDLAND 1 ......................................BLK HFR 910#.............. $120.50 MATT JONES - MIDLAND 2.....................................BLK HFRS 968#.............. $119.00 BEN & WANDA KROGMAN - WHITE RIVER 1.....................................BLK HFRT 935#.............. $118.00 1 ...............................BLK COWETTE 1090#............ $104.00 1 ...............................BLK COWETTE 1115#.............. $95.00 CARL BAUMAN - KADOKA 1...................................CHAR HFRT 1150#.............. $99.00 BABY CALVES: .....................................325.00 - 400.00 CHEYENNE CHAROLAIS BULLS....................AVG. $3494 TUESDAY, MAR. 29: REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, APR. 5: SPECIAL STOCK COW, BRED HEIFER & PAIR SALE & REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, APR. 12: SPECIAL FEEDER CATTLE SALE FEATURING BANGS VACCINATED HIEFERS & REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, APR. 19: SPECIAL STOCK COW, BRED HEIFER, & PAIR SALE & REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, APR. 26: SPECIAL FEEDER CATTLE, STOCK COW, BRED HEIFER, & PAIR SALE & REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, MAY 3: BULL DAY & REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, MAY 10: SPECIAL FEEDER CATTLE SALE & REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, MAY 17: SPECIAL PAIRS, STOCK COW, & BRED HEIFER SALE & REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, MAY 24: SPECIAL PAIR SALE & REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, MAY 31: NO SALE TUESDAY, JUNE 7: SPECIAL FEEDER CATTLE SALE & REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, JUNE 14: REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, JUNE 21: REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, JUNE 28: DRY COW SPECIAL TUESDAY, JULY 5: NO SALE TUESDAY, JULY 12: REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, JULY 19: REGULAR CATTLE SALE TUESDAY, JULY 26: SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY YEARLING & FALL CALF SALE & REGULAR CATTLE SALE & BBQ South Dakota Brand selling Tuesday, March 22 at 12:00 MT rr cattle UPCOMING HORSE SALES: TUESDAY, MAR. 15: REGULAR HORSE SALE FOLLOWING THE CATTLE SALE UPCOMING BULL SALES: TUES., MAR. 8: TRASK & PETERSON ANGUS 12:00MT TUES., APR. 5: FANNING RANCH ANGUS 12:00MT TUES., APR. 12: STOMPRUD ANGUS 12:00MT TUES., APR. 19: COTTONWOOD ANGUS 12:00MT TUES., APR. 26: FORTUNE’S RAFTER U CROSS ANGUS 12:00MT TUESDAY, MAY 3: BULL DAY. PLA Café 859-3272 • 6 am to 1:30 pm PLA is now qualified to handle third party verified NHTC cattle (Non Hormonal Treated Cattle). VIEW SALES LIVE ON THE INTERNET! Go to: www.philiplivestock.com. Upcoming sales & consignments can be viewed on the Internet at www.philiplivestock.com, or on the DTN: Click on SALE BARNS NORTH CENTRAL TO CONSIGN CATTLE OR HAVE A REPRESENTATIVE LOOK AT YOUR CATTLE, GIVE US A CALL: THOR ROSETH, Owner (605) 685-5826 BILLY MARKWED, Fieldman Midland • (605) 567-3385 JEFF LONG, Owner & Auctioneer Red Owl • (605) 985-5486 Cell (605) 515-0186 LYNN WEISHAAR, Auctioneer Reva • (605) 866-4670 DAN PIROUTEK, Auctioneer Milesville • (605) 544 3316 BOB ANDERSON, Fieldman Sturgis • (605) 347-0151 (605) 641-1042 BAXTER ANDERS, Fieldman Wasta • (605) 685-4862 PHILIP LIVESTOCK AUCTION (605) 859 2577 www.philiplivestock.com many folks there from the country. (I still cling to that country aspect of my life and want to stay connected!) Of course, I take for granted all of the good townspeople who turn out for such events as this. I also enjoyed visiting with some of them. There remains one more Sunday to take advantage of these breakfasts which the Masons have been serving during this past month. If you are a crowd seeker, a good place to go is to an auction sale. One such auction sale took place at the American Legion Hall Sunday, Feb. 28, beginning at 11:00 a.m. It was a sale of property belonging to Jerry and Pam Ingram with some other consignments. I knew there was a good crowd present as I drove there and saw all of the vehicles in the parking lot. My conclusions were confirmed as I stepped into the hall. There was a full house with some chairs set up for buyers and they were surrounded with display tables. As with all such sales, it took quite a while to sell all of the stuff displayed in the hall. There were all kinds of items including old furniture, household items, collector’s items, guns, golf clubs, shop tools, and many other miscellaneous items. In some cases, it was trinkets to treasures, some of their trinkets becoming other folks’ treasures. And it seems that in most cases there is always someone ready to buy. Among items for the sale parked outside which caught my eye were a boat with outboard motor and trailer all equipped for some happy fisherman; an ATV, a snowmobile and a garden tractor with attachments. Most of those items sold reasonably well. My impressions were that it was a very successful sale. I went there only as a curiosity seeker and reporter, leaving my checkbook home. It did so remind me of the sale we had nearly one and one-half years ago at that same location. Comparing this sale to ours, there were fewer large items and they were all parked on the south side of the hall and out of the wind. A few weeks ago, the Legion Hall parking lot was very muddy. It was nice to find it dry there for this event. The women of First Lutheran Church served the lunch for the sale. There is the proverbial saying about March. “In like a lion and out like a lamb.” What do you think? Did March come in like a lion? I usually think of that when a March snowstorm or a blizzard hits us. An inch or two of snow just doesn’t cut it! We could still get one of those March blizzards yet. I have vivid memories of the one in 1966. I guess we will have to wait to see if March does go out like a lamb! Markets Midwest Cooperatives End of Day 2/29/16 12 Pro Winter Wheat ...........$3.62 Any Pro............................$3.22 14 Pro Spring Wheat ...........$4.09 Milo .......................................$2.67 Corn ......................................$2.87 Millet ....................................$6.50 SFS Birdseed......................$15.75 New Crop 2016 12 Pro Winter Wheat ...........$3.82 14 Pro Spring Wheat ...........$4.37 Weekend Weather Thursday: Partly cloudy. High 51F. Winds N at 5 to 10 mph. Thursday Night: Partly to mostly cloudy. Low around 30F. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph. Friday: Windy. Mostly cloudy skies will become sunny in the afternoon. High 59F. Winds NW at 20 to 30 mph. Friday Night: Clear skies. Low 26F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. Saturday: Mostly sunny skies. High 68F. Winds SSE at 10 to 20 mph. Saturday Night: Partly cloudy. Low 39F. Winds WSW at 10 to 20 mph. 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