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Winner AAU wrestlers

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Members of the Winner AAU wrestling team are in front from left Hunter Kahler, Ash Kaiser, Rylan Robbins, Mason Curtis, Oren Sargent, Legend Benedict, Kash Peterson, Jed Blare, Evan Littau and Peydin Peterson. Second row from left are Gentry Krogman, Hudson Peters, Levi Heenan, Roukyn Robins, Apollo Willuweit, Avery Antelope, Kyan Bartels, Tatum Swan, Cooper Craven, Braxtyn Olson and Easton Shippy. Third row from left are Archer Curtis, Kaysen Storms, Jace Nahnsen, Luke Heim, Addison Wingert-Hempel, Brider Stirling, Blayden Stirling, Nathan Melius, Eli Orel, Blaze Mead, Henry Mayes and Kayden Fryer. Fourth row from left are Owen Novotny, Bentley Moser, Rexton Pederson, Crawston Craven, Remmingtyn Robbins, Bentley Dougherty Hudson Kaup, Rhogan Robbins, Kaeden Flute, Milo Looking Cloud and Brayden Flute.

Winner city council meeting

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By Dan Bechtold
Editor
Winner City Council Monday night lifted all restrictions that have been in place due to COVID-19.

The vote to lift the restrictions was 5-1 with council member Val Sherman voting no. She was following the wishes of some of the constituents in her district.

The resolution passed by the council will take effect on Wednesday, May 6. That means that restaurants, bars, movie theaters can go back to normal practices.

The city is following Gov. Noem’s Back to Normal plan which includes following the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s hygiene and social distancing practices.

The Winner resolution says that all enclosed retail businesses that promote public gatherings are able to resume operations in a manner that allows for reasonable physical distancing, good hygiene and appropriate sanitation as recommended by the CDC.

Physical distancing is being six feet apart from a person.

All retail businesses are urged to consider restricting occupancy and continue to utilize innovative business methods.

All parks, ball field, walking trails, bass pond, picnic shelters, and other outdoor recreational facilities are open to the public.

The city asks that persons who use these facilities maintain reasonable social distancing and to practice good hygiene.
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ll employers are to encourage employees to stay home and contact their healthcare provider when sick or exhibiting symptoms related to COVID-19.

Any citizen who is at high risk for COVID-19 should take extra care to practice good hygiene, avoid individuals who are sick or have been exposed to COVID-19 and consider staying home whenever possible.

The city says it will remain flexible when determining mitigation efforts concerning COVID-19.

Councilmember Jack Burns read a letter to the editor from Dr. Anora Henderson that was in the April 29 issue of the Winner Advocate.

In her letter, Henderson said the actions of the elected officials does not absolve persons from taking precautions to avoid contacting COVID-19.

Burns said this is a good reminder that persons still need to use precaution.
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Governor Noem Announces ‘Back to Normal’ Plan

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PIERRE, S.D. – Governor Kristi Noem announced her plan to help South Dakotans get “Back to Normal” following the COVID-19 pandemic on April 28.

“The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly changed the path so many South Dakotans were on. Some of us lost friends and loved-ones,” Noem said. “This disease also stole our most precious commodity—time.

In addition to the health costs, the social costs of this virus are historic in the worst way. I have let science, facts, and data drive our decision-making, and we will continue to do so.

“South Dakotans have taken personal responsibility for their health and safety seriously.

They have done a tremendous job practicing good public hygiene and social distancing. Together, we’ve cut our projected peak infection rate by more than 75 percent.

South Dakotans have lived up to our state’s motto: ‘Under God, the people rule.’
“The plan I am unveiling continues to put the power of decision-making into the hands of the people – where it belongs.

Today’s plan relies on South Dakotan’s continuing to exercise common sense, reasonableness, innovation, and a commitment to themselves, their families, and – in turn – their communities.”

For the rest of the story, pick up this week’s edition of the Winner Advocate or subscribe to the Winner Advocate call (605)842-1481!

Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week and announcing Regional Teachers of the Year

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PIERRE, S.D. – Gov. Kristi Noem has proclaimed May 4-8 Teacher Appreciation Week in South Dakota.

“While schools and communities won’t be able to hold face-to-face Teacher Appreciation Week celebrations this year, I hope they find some unique ways to thank teachers for all they do,” said Secretary of Education Ben Jones.

“I continue to be amazed at everything our state’s teachers are doing to ensure that South Dakota students keep learning, even during these extended school closures.”

The Department of Education will be using the hashtag #ThankATeacher on social media throughout the week.

Members of the public are invited to share a message of thanks for the teachers impacting students across the state and country.

As part of this special week, the South Dakota Department of Education is pleased to announce the following individuals as South Dakota’s Regional Teachers of the Year:

Region #1: Lisa Weier, Project Lead the Way, George S. Mickelson Middle School (Brookings)
Region #2: Marissa Whipple, second grade, Baltic Elementary
Region #3: Amanda Hargreaves, sixth grade, Mitchell Middle School
Region #4: Spencer Cody, science, Edmunds Central Middle and High School
Region #5: Luke Erfman, computer/STEAM, rural schools, Meade School District

A statewide panel of educators will select one of these regional finalists to represent the state as the 2021 South Dakota Teacher of the Year.

The 2021 South Dakota Teacher of the Year will be announced sometime this fall. That individual will be South Dakota’s candidate for the National Teacher of the Year Award.

The National Teacher of the Year Program began in 1952 and continues as the oldest, most prestigious national honors program that focuses public attention on excellence in teaching.

The 2021 National Teacher of the Year will be announced during a ceremony in Washington, D.C., in spring 2021.

Seniors honored on May 16

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Winner High School seniors will be honored on May 16 with a wave parade on Main Street.

The seniors will be lined up on Main Street and persons can drive through in their vehicles and congratulate the graduates.

The event will be held from 2-2:30 p.m. and the public is invited to drive through to see the seniors.

May 16 was to be the date of the Winner High School graduation but has been moved to June 13 due to COVID-19. Graduation is planned for the Winner Armory at 2 p.m.

If social distancing recommendations allow, the graduation ceremony will be at 2 p.m. June 13 in the Armory and will be broadcast on Winnerwarriorslive.