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A sold-out audience of more than 100 area women learned the importance of knowing and understanding their heart disease risks while attending Huron Regional Medical Center's sixth annual Go Red luncheon March 2, said Kim Rieger, vice president of marketing for HRMC.
 Three years Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:21:48 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8833 A fifth grader at James Valley Christian School will have the lead role in the 2010 Stewardship Dinner Theatre production of "Heidi," which will be presented March 25-27 at the school. Miranda Blom, daughter of Jeremy and Lorena Blom, will play the role of Heidi Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:28:57 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8832 Curves of Huron is encouraging women in the area to show their philanthropic strength by participating in the annual Curves Food Drive being held through March 31 at its new location at the Huron Mall. And, even though donating food to families in Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:23:08 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8831 The South Dakota chapter of the Wildlife Society seeks to increase awareness and appreciation of wildlife values, advancing the cause of South Dakota wildlife by recognizing individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions through their personal or professional efforts. The Citizen's Award is Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:22:15 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8816 The new family and consumer sciences educator in the Beadle County Extension Center likes being out among the people. Bobbie Larsen, who replaces Linda Burg, began her duties in Huron on Jan. 4. A native of Brookings, she graduated from high school there in 1998. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 19:51:10 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8802 Photos contributed Buchanan School students, staff and special grand persons celebrated Dr. Seuss' birthday March 2. Each student could invite a grand person - grandparent, granduncle, grandaunt, grand mom or dad - or anyone grand to that student. More than 200 children and adults enjoyed Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:36:08 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8801 Contributed The Beadle County Humane Society recently held a raffle to raise money for the animal shelter. A chainsaw carved bear by J.D. Bears was the raffle item. The winner was Marie Fawcett of Huron. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:35:21 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8794 Junior Achievement USA recognized Junior Achievement of South Dakota with the organization's Peak Performance Team Award. This annual award is given to Junior Achievement offices for outstanding performance in areas such as student growth, total revenue growth and an increase in the number of Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:12:12 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8793 Huron Regional Medical Center Foundation has available up to $3,000 in scholarship funds to promote careers in healthcare in the Huron area, according to Rob Timm, Foundation executive director. "The purpose of the HRMC Foundation Scholarship Program is to provide financial support to individuals who Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:04:51 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8792 All young cancer survivors planning to continue their education in the fall are encouraged by the American Cancer Society to apply for its Youth Scholarship Program. But hurry - the deadline is March 15. The scholarship program provides funds for young cancer survivors pursuing higher Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:04:07 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8791 The South Dakota Cooperative Extension Service seeks students from fifth- to 12th grade for a new public-speaking contest. The South Dakota 4-H's Operation: Military Kids inaugural youth public speaking contest is open to all South Dakota youths. They are invited to write and present Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:02:28 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8782 Huron Area Diabetic Support Group will be holding its annual fundraiser auction at the New Plains Range Room on March 13 at 9:30 a.m. Matt and Brad Magness are volunteering their support of this fundraiser by auctioning new items donated by local merchants Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:52:31 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8786 Huron Middle School Student Council recently sponsored a fundraiser to help with relief for Haiti's earthquake victims. The goal was that every student in the school would bring one dollar in support of the earthquake victims, with an aim to raise $454. The school exceeded Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:51:30 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8768 The 100th Anniversary of Scouting Pheasant District Klondike was held Feb. 19-21 at the Huron Sportsman's Club and was hosted by the Huron Boy Scout Troop 151. The Klondike is a winter camp out with the boys playing winter games including a sled race. The Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:37:37 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8767 Stroke Detection Plus is returning to Huron on March 31. The testing will be conducted from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Farmers and Merchant Bank on 333 Dakota Ave. S. Individuals may schedule any single test, any three tests or a complete wellness profile Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:36:27 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8757 She slept on chair cushions scattered on a bare floor in Mexico and shivered in the frigid Swedish sunshine a mere 100 miles from the Arctic Circle. All part of the fun and excitement Rachel Hansen experienced during a six-month tour with Up With People Tue, 02 Mar 2010 20:01:47 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8756 Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of the Huron community, the United Way Heartland Region extended it's funding through a mini-grant process and awarded grants to 21 different programs in the community. The United Way is committed to investing donor dollars in programs that make a Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:59:27 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8755 Fairy tales take a hilarious twist in the upcoming Redfield Area Arts Council musical presentation of "Once Upon a Mattress." The show will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday in the Redfield School Auditorium. Advance tickets are available at Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:57:21 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8754 The United Way Heartland Region is now accepting applications for 2011 funding. The United Way is committed to funding programs that make an impact in people's lives and address needs in one of the five community impact areas. The funded programs must align with one Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:48:49 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8753 The Redfield Area Concert Association is pleased to announce Linda Chatterton, flutist, will perform in a special matinee performance at 3 p.m. March 7 in the S.D. Developmental Center in Redfield. Chatterton is one of those performers who melds technical prowess with a wonderful musical Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:44:28 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8737 WOLSEY - The vocal music director at Wolsey-Wessington School says she experiences something different almost every day. Hiddy Heinz, who joined the teaching staff last September, was the band director at Mount Vernon School last year. She teaches vocal music to students in grades K-12. Sat, 27 Feb 2010 19:22:22 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8736 As a young man of 24, on Feb. 17, 1941, William "Bill" Pfautz was raised as a Master Mason. There have been a lot of changes in his life throughout the past 69 years, but his service and devotion to Masonry have remained steadfast. Sat, 27 Feb 2010 19:19:26 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8717 Todd Magnuson and Terri Lawrenz, TV hosts of "Nature Adventures: Live!!!," will be in Huron Friday to share amazing facts and stories about South Dakota's native snakes and turtles with elementary students at Washington and Jefferson schools. The hosts and their entourage of slithery reptiles Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:30:58 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8716 The Carthage improvement Association will present its eighth annual play March 6 and 7 at 7 p.m. at the City Auditorium on Main Street. "The Pony Expresso or the Villain Came to a Grinding Halt," is by Rachel Davidson. The play is boiling Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:29:31 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8715 CONTRIBUTED Huron High School held its Cherry Prom on Feb. 14 at the Plains. Shown in front, from left, are Megan Grafsgard, daughter of Joe and Marilyn Grafsgard; Queen Molly Reimer, daughter of Jim and Jill Reimer; and Kelsey Worrall, daughter of Diane Worrall and Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:28:56 -0600 http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php http://www.plainsman.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=75&story_id=8714 Huron Middle School Super Kids of the Month for February include, back row, from left, Sierra Goergen, Blake Messegee, Hayley Wipf, Allen Pfau, Dustin Hofer, Tristan Abrams, Sarah Carr, Carter Brotherton, Brandon Haber and Heidi Tringale; middle, Pywe Der, Merry Yin, Brianna Stevens, Morgan Stick, Darixa Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:27:04 -0600