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VFW POST 791 LADIES AUXILIARY Meeting of the Ladies Auxiliary to Ernest Bowyer V.F.W. Post 971 was held on Dec. 11, 2012, opened by President Joyce Stahlecker. Starting with the roll of Officers and opening prayer, pledge to the flag and the Star spangled Banner was song. The appli- cation for memberships are Linda Zim- merman and Shana P. Marcotte. Minutes from last meeting was read by Schramm and the treasures report given by Olson. Report of committees were given, Americanism: Stoddard, Church: Christensen, Funerals: Schramm, Yankton Care Center: Gwinn, ERTH: Gwin, Cancer Aid and Research and Ways and Means: Olson, Majestic Bluffs: Mellem, National Home: List, Publicity: Potts, Youth: Simonsen. Hos- pital by Slowey reported 214 Christmas Cards were sent to the elderly of the Auxiliary and Human Services visits were made benefiting 506 people. There was no old business. The new business was given by President Stahlecker. the Court appointed Spe- cial Advocates representative will be here at the next meeting at 7:00. Gwinn advised Stahleckter she would like a donation be given to Ecumenical Reli- gious Training Handicap (ERTH). There was a discussion for a Christ- mas gift for Mike Bjerkaas. A motion to allow and seconded. The donation to National Homes new phone system was brought up, and agree to give $100. Slowey mentioned that Charlie Gauker was having a 70th birthday and that he has been on the our Special Olympic Leprechauns for many years and has recently been sick and was agreed to sent him a birthday gift. Stanage mentioned she was out of money for H.S.C birthday gifts and a motion was made to give her more money. Meeting was adjourned and the next meeting will be Jan. 15, 2013, at 7 p.m. YANKTON TOASTMASTER CLUB 1294 Yankton Toastmaster Club 1294 met Saturday December 15th at 7:30am at the Fry’n Pan Restaurant. The meeting was called to order by President Joy Winther. The invocation was given by Harry Voelzke followed by Harry Voelzke leading the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Matt Stone was introduced as the Toastmaster of the meeting. He called on grammarian Steve Hamilton to give the word of the day, which was “Animate.” Table Topics was lead by Jana Lane. Speeches were given by Carol Smith on “Does Least Tern Nesting Habitat Differ between Natural Con- struction Sandbars?” from the Ad- vanced Communications Manual, Technical Presentations and Joy Winther on “It was the Night Behind Christmas” from the Competent Com- munications Manual. Master Evaluator of the meeting was Kevin Buhl, who evaluated the meeting and called on Doug Fickbohm to evaluate Carol Smith and Kathy Hejna to evaluate Joy Winther. Presentations were also given by grammarian Steve Hamilton, joke master Joy Winther, Ah Counter/Nail Dropper Steve Hamilton, timer Janice Stone, and Vote counter Vern Arens. Table Topic winner was Janice Stone, best speaker was Carol Smith, and best evaluator was Doug Fickbohm. Guests are welcome. For more information call 665-1523. YANKTON REGIONAL AVIATION ASSOCIATION Fifty-four members and guests of the Yankton Regional Aviation Associ- ation (YRAA) met on Dec 16 at 6 p.m. for a holiday supper at JoDean’s Restaurant. Participants were from Avon, Irene, Menno, Springfield, Tripp, Tyndall, Vermillion, Yankton, Allen, Dixon, Hartington, Norfolk, Randolph, and Anchorage, Alaska. The meeting was led by President John Lillevold. An election of officers was held, and certificates of appreciation were presented to the past officers. New of- ficers are President Lillevold, Vice President Jim Eisenmenger, Secretary Steve Hamilton, Treasurer Jacob Hoffner, newsletter editor Hamilton, Di- rectors-at large Roger Huntley and Skip VanDerhule. Young Eagles Coor- dinator Hamilton presented certificates of appreciation, Flightline Volunteer lapel pins, and 20th anniversary of Young Eagles Program pins to ground volunteers Butch Becker, Ben Brandt, Hanna Eide, Pam Hamilton, Steve Hamilton, Marilyn Huntley, Dan John- son, Steve Knight, Erin Knight, Reagen Kolberg, Ed Lammers, Lou Ella Machin, Brenda Martens, Connie Mills, Mary Milroy, Dick Rayburn, and Jim Smith. Pilots flying Young Eagles in 2012 were asked to stand and be rec- ognized: Gene Ebneter, Ken Fossen, Steve Hamilton, Hoffner, Roger Hunt- ley Lillevold, Denny Martens, Brandon Rosberg, VanDerhule, Jay Williams, and Mark Yonke. Hoffner suggested the YRAA establish an Airport Bum of the Year Award to recognize people who spent a lot of time at the airport and promoted general aviation. Hamil- ton announced the 10th annual Ground School Refresher would be held on January 27 at the Hartington Airport at 1:30pm and presented by Denny Martens. For the program, Francis Serr showed slides of the AirVenture 2012 at Oshkosh, WI, and the Blue Angels performance at the Mankato Airshow. Serr also showed short videos of his Bell 47G helicopter ride over AirVen- ture 2012, his Ford Trimotor ride at Sioux City, and the Tora, Tora, Tora show at AirVenture. For more information about the YRAA, call 665-8448. TOASTMASTERS CLUB 6217 Toastmasters Club 6217 welcomed guests Heidi Marsh, Jan Schiferl, Paul Stark, and Travis Hinnerichs to their December 6th meeting held at KPI’s conference room with Eric Taylor as Toastmaster and Melissa Bader as General Evaluator. Kary Beltz timed all the speakers, while MJ Rogers counted the un- needed “er, ah, um” phrases. Mean- while, Stan Sudbeck listened for the members’ unusual words, including his word of the day, “frivolous.” Speakers were Tim Bohn and Jen Hovland; both gave manual speeches. Bohn’s “Personalities” told how people are distinctive, including “which bath- room stall they select” to “which book they select when stalled at the airport.” Hovland’s “Selecting Your Topic” gave practical tips when deciding not only which subject would fit which audience, but also would fit the speaker’s per- sonal purpose. Jeff May had helpful tips for Hov- land and Joe Neuhalfen made sugges- tions to Bohn. Best Speaker award went to Bohn and Best Evaluator tro- phy was given to May. Table Topics Master was Jennifer Wubben. She asked Fran Kocer for his favorite “one day” place with Kocer re- plying “in the Rocky Mountains watch- ing nature.” Beltz was questioned about her “childhood pretending” with her answer “being mailmen delivering special gifts.” Steve Anderson was to “describe the best $100 he’d ever spent” and “freedom with his first car in 1970” was his response. Chelsi Hames was to recall the “best piece of advice she’d ever received,” and Hames re- called her mom’s words “be patient!” Anderson received the “Best Respon- dent” award. MEETING NOTES Friday, 12.21.12 ON THE WEB: www.yankton.net NEWS DEPARTMENT: [email protected] 4B PRESS DAKOTAN hometown Willcockson Eye Associates, P.C. 415 W. 3rd,Yankton, South Dakota Happy Holidays from the Doctors and Staff of Willcockson Eye Associates & The Spectacle Shop Our clinic will be closed all day Monday, December 24th and Tuesday, December 25th so our staff can enjoy the holidays with their families. Sohler Graduates From Auction College “Colonel” Sohler graduated from auction college, Mason City, Iowa, earning the honorary title of “Colonel,” Clayton J. Sohler, from Stockmens Livestock, Yankton, graduated recently from World Wide College of Auc- tioneering, (a.k.a. Reisch World Wide College of Auctioneering) during the Nov. 10-18, 2012 class. Sohler successfully completed the course of instruction and training covering all phases of auctioneering taught by 18 professional instructors at the college. Students received instruction in Real Estate, Benefit/Char- ity/Fundraising, Automobile, Farm, Antique, and Specialty Auctions, as well as vocal training and auction law. Other subjects included business man- agement, technology, marketing, networking, online auctions and the de- velopment of an auction chant and bid calling. During the training program, Sohler also received the real-life experi- ence of calling a public auction sale. Established in 1933, World Wide College of Auctioneering has trained more than 40,000 auctioneers throughout the United States, Canada and various countries throughout the world. The college, which has graduated more World Champion and International Champion auctioneers than any other school, specializes in the development of voice control, auction chant and bid calling. Clayton is the son of Jay Sohler and grandson of Gail Sohler. Vishay Dale Participates In 2012 Trade Fair Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE:VSH) announces that employees of the local division of Vishay Dale Electronics, Inc. participated last week (Nov. 13-16) in electronica 2012 — the world’s leading trade fair for electronic components, systems, and applications, held in Munich, Ger- many. Electronic components designed and manufactured in the local Vishay Dale facility were showcased to potential customers from all over the world. Some of the products from the local division included induc- tors, transformers, and custom magnetics for a variety of applications., including computers, medical devices (pacemakers and defibrillators), automotive, aerospace and military products and systems along with new wireless charging applications. More than 72,000 engineers, buyers, and technology executives from 78 countries attended electronica 2012, which had over 2600 exhibitors from 49 countries. Vishay intertechnology, Inc., a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH), is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of discrete semi- conductors (diodes, MOSFETs, and infrared optoelectronics) and pas- sive electronic components (resistors, inductors, and capacitors). These components are used in virtually all types of electronic devices and equipment, in the industrial, computing, automotive, consumer, telecom- munications, military, aerospace, power supplies, and medical markets. Vishay’s product innovations, successful acquisition strategy, and “one- stop shop” service have made it a global industry leader. Vishay can be found on the internet at www.vishay.com. Businessman Completes Specialized Training Tom Hausmann of Yankton recently attended the Inscape Publishing JumpStart Business Workshop in Minneapolis. The business-building and training session highlighted the newest online learning tools used to deliver insights about workplace relationships and achieve organiza- tional effectiveness. With the growing demand for online learning assessments, Inscape Publishing is continuing to attract independent business owners who are committed to delivering the latest tools in workplace performance devel- opment. “I commend Tom for his commitment to bringing the latest learning tools to the marketplace,” said Jeffrey Sugerman, Inscape’s Pres- ident and CEO. “Today’s workplace issues are varied, complex and chal- lenging — these professionals are committed and equipped to helping the change happen throughout the entire organization.” “Our high quality tools coupled with Tom’s expertise in training and development will serve organizations well. The need for skilled leaders in this industry has been leveraged with our training programs. We look forward to supporting Tom’s business growth,” said Sugerman. Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc. (KPI-JCI) hosted more than 300 people, including employees, their spouses and children, during its annual “Breakfast with Santa” employee appreciation event, held Dec. 1 at Minerva’s in Yankton. The company’s “Breakfast with Santa” began in 1998 and has grown to include as many as 400 participants over the years. This year, attendees were greeted by the door by Mrs. Claus, played by Judy Conn, inventory control coordinator for Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc. (KPI-JCI). A breakfast buffet was served, and shortly thereafter Santa (played by Advertis- ing Manager Curt Peterka) appeared, allowing each child to sit on his lap and providing presents to all. Gifts for those who could not attend but were signed up were donated to the Yankton Women’s/Children’s Center. The employee appreciation event serves as a way to connect with employees and their families and thank them for their hard work, said Joe Vig, president of Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc. (KPI-JCI). “Kolberg-Pioneer has hundreds of valu- able employees who are critical to making the company a worldwide leader in manufac- turing equipment for the aggregate, construc- tion, paving and recycling industries,” Vig said. “Our employee appreciation events help us thank our employees and their families for their dedication to the company and commu- nity.” For more photos from the event, visit the KPI-JCI and Astec Mobile Screens Facebook page at www.facebook.com/kpijci. To learn more about the company, visit www.kpijci.com. KPI-JCI Hosts ‘Breakfast With Santa’ SUBMITTED PHOTO SUBMITTED PHOTO Jennifer Adamson receives a $250 donation to the Contact Center Food Pantry from Tri-State Old Iron Association. Tri-State Old Iron is an antique tractor and small engine club that meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 7 PM at JoDean's Restaurant in Yankton. The purpose of our Associa- tion is to preserve the history and agricultural heritage of the farming community. Pictured from left to right is Rodger Harts, President of Tri- State Old Iron, Jennifer Adamson, Director of the Contact Center, and Leon Becker, Treasurer of Tri-State Old Iron Association. G IVING T O O THERS Rob Stevenson visits with Personal Finance students as they com- pleted the financial liter- acy modules of the Everfi program. He focused on how important financial responsibility is to every- one and to their commu- nity. There were approximately 130 stu- dents who completed the program this semester with teachers Lorie Mul- hair and Brady Muth. (Submitted Photo) L ESSON I N F INANCE T HE G IFT O F A RT SUBMITTED PHOTO Wayne State College art student volunteer Angela Steffen of Fordyce, graphic arts major, painted a children's wall mural in the Fred Dale Planetarium on campus this semester with other volunteer art stu- dents. Steffen is the daughter of Pat and Julie Steffen. SUBMITTED PHOTO The 5th Grade class at Webster Elementary recently graduated from the DARE program. Officer Shoburg and the students had a semester long class on making good choices including those involving drugs, al- cohol, peer pressure, bullying, and many more topics. The ceremony was held in the Webster Elementary gym with a terrific audience of friends and family. The students and their guests were introduced to Officer Nolz and his drug dog. They had a chance to ask questions and share their essays. Mrs. Savey and her 5th graders are proud of their accomplishments. Webster Elementary is appreciative of the re- lationship with the Yankton Police Department ... it truly takes a village to raise a child! D ARE G RADUATION
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VFW POST 791 LADIES AUXILIARYMeeting of the Ladies Auxiliary to
Ernest Bowyer V.F.W. Post 971 washeld on Dec. 11, 2012, opened byPresident Joyce Stahlecker. Startingwith the roll of Officers and openingprayer, pledge to the flag and the Starspangled Banner was song. The appli-cation for memberships are Linda Zim-merman and Shana P. Marcotte.Minutes from last meeting was read bySchramm and the treasures reportgiven by Olson.
Report of committees were given,Americanism: Stoddard, Church:Christensen, Funerals: Schramm,Yankton Care Center: Gwinn, ERTH:Gwin, Cancer Aid and Research andWays and Means: Olson, MajesticBluffs: Mellem, National Home: List,Publicity: Potts, Youth: Simonsen. Hos-pital by Slowey reported 214 ChristmasCards were sent to the elderly of theAuxiliary and Human Services visitswere made benefiting 506 people.
There was no old business. Thenew business was given by PresidentStahlecker. the Court appointed Spe-cial Advocates representative will behere at the next meeting at 7:00. Gwinnadvised Stahleckter she would like adonation be given to Ecumenical Reli-gious Training Handicap (ERTH).There was a discussion for a Christ-mas gift for Mike Bjerkaas. A motion toallow and seconded. The donation toNational Homes new phone systemwas brought up, and agree to give$100.
Slowey mentioned that CharlieGauker was having a 70th birthday andthat he has been on the our SpecialOlympic Leprechauns for many yearsand has recently been sick and wasagreed to sent him a birthday gift.
Stanage mentioned she was out ofmoney for H.S.C birthday gifts and amotion was made to give her moremoney.
Meeting was adjourned and thenext meeting will be Jan. 15, 2013, at7 p.m.
YANKTON TOASTMASTER CLUB1294
Yankton Toastmaster Club 1294met Saturday December 15th at7:30am at the Fry’n Pan Restaurant.The meeting was called to order byPresident Joy Winther. The invocationwas given by Harry Voelzke followedby Harry Voelzke leading the Pledge ofAllegiance to the flag. Matt Stone wasintroduced as the Toastmaster of themeeting. He called on grammarianSteve Hamilton to give the word of theday, which was “Animate.” Table Topicswas lead by Jana Lane.
Speeches were given by CarolSmith on “Does Least Tern NestingHabitat Differ between Natural Con-struction Sandbars?” from the Ad-vanced Communications Manual,Technical Presentations and JoyWinther on “It was the Night BehindChristmas” from the Competent Com-munications Manual. Master Evaluatorof the meeting was Kevin Buhl, whoevaluated the meeting and called onDoug Fickbohm to evaluate CarolSmith and Kathy Hejna to evaluate JoyWinther. Presentations were also givenby grammarian Steve Hamilton, jokemaster Joy Winther, Ah Counter/NailDropper Steve Hamilton, timer JaniceStone, and Vote counter Vern Arens.Table Topic winner was Janice Stone,best speaker was Carol Smith, andbest evaluator was Doug Fickbohm.Guests are welcome.
For more information call 665-1523.
YANKTON REGIONALAVIATION ASSOCIATION
Fifty-four members and guests ofthe Yankton Regional Aviation Associ-ation (YRAA) met on Dec 16 at 6 p.m.for a holiday supper at JoDean’sRestaurant. Participants were fromAvon, Irene, Menno, Springfield, Tripp,Tyndall, Vermillion, Yankton, Allen,Dixon, Hartington, Norfolk, Randolph,and Anchorage, Alaska. The meetingwas led by President John Lillevold.
An election of officers was held,
and certificates of appreciation werepresented to the past officers. New of-ficers are President Lillevold, VicePresident Jim Eisenmenger, SecretarySteve Hamilton, Treasurer JacobHoffner, newsletter editor Hamilton, Di-rectors-at large Roger Huntley andSkip VanDerhule. Young Eagles Coor-dinator Hamilton presented certificatesof appreciation, Flightline Volunteerlapel pins, and 20th anniversary ofYoung Eagles Program pins to groundvolunteers Butch Becker, Ben Brandt,Hanna Eide, Pam Hamilton, SteveHamilton, Marilyn Huntley, Dan John-son, Steve Knight, Erin Knight, ReagenKolberg, Ed Lammers, Lou EllaMachin, Brenda Martens, Connie Mills,Mary Milroy, Dick Rayburn, and JimSmith. Pilots flying Young Eagles in2012 were asked to stand and be rec-ognized: Gene Ebneter, Ken Fossen,Steve Hamilton, Hoffner, Roger Hunt-ley Lillevold, Denny Martens, BrandonRosberg, VanDerhule, Jay Williams,and Mark Yonke. Hoffner suggestedthe YRAA establish an Airport Bum ofthe Year Award to recognize peoplewho spent a lot of time at the airportand promoted general aviation. Hamil-ton announced the 10th annual GroundSchool Refresher would be held onJanuary 27 at the Hartington Airport at1:30pm and presented by DennyMartens. For the program, Francis Serrshowed slides of the AirVenture 2012
at Oshkosh, WI, and the Blue Angelsperformance at the Mankato Airshow.Serr also showed short videos of hisBell 47G helicopter ride over AirVen-ture 2012, his Ford Trimotor ride atSioux City, and the Tora, Tora, Torashow at AirVenture.
For more information about theYRAA, call 665-8448.
TOASTMASTERS CLUB 6217 Toastmasters Club 6217 welcomed
guests Heidi Marsh, Jan Schiferl, PaulStark, and Travis Hinnerichs to theirDecember 6th meeting held at KPI’sconference room with Eric Taylor asToastmaster and Melissa Bader asGeneral Evaluator.
Kary Beltz timed all the speakers,while MJ Rogers counted the un-needed “er, ah, um” phrases. Mean-while, Stan Sudbeck listened for themembers’ unusual words, including hisword of the day, “frivolous.”
Speakers were Tim Bohn and JenHovland; both gave manual speeches.Bohn’s “Personalities” told how peopleare distinctive, including “which bath-room stall they select” to “which bookthey select when stalled at the airport.”Hovland’s “Selecting Your Topic” gavepractical tips when deciding not onlywhich subject would fit which audience,but also would fit the speaker’s per-sonal purpose.
Jeff May had helpful tips for Hov-land and Joe Neuhalfen made sugges-tions to Bohn. Best Speaker awardwent to Bohn and Best Evaluator tro-phy was given to May.
Table Topics Master was JenniferWubben. She asked Fran Kocer for hisfavorite “one day” place with Kocer re-plying “in the Rocky Mountains watch-ing nature.” Beltz was questionedabout her “childhood pretending” with
her answer “being mailmen deliveringspecial gifts.” Steve Anderson was to“describe the best $100 he’d everspent” and “freedom with his first car in1970” was his response. Chelsi Hameswas to recall the “best piece of adviceshe’d ever received,” and Hames re-called her mom’s words “be patient!”Anderson received the “Best Respon-dent” award.
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the holidays with their families.
Sohler Graduates From Auction College“Colonel” Sohler graduated from auction college, Mason City, Iowa,
earning the honorary title of “Colonel,” Clayton J. Sohler, from StockmensLivestock, Yankton, graduated recently from World Wide College of Auc-tioneering, (a.k.a. Reisch World Wide College of Auctioneering) during theNov. 10-18, 2012 class.
Sohler successfully completed the course of instruction and trainingcovering all phases of auctioneering taught by 18 professional instructorsat the college. Students received instruction in Real Estate, Benefit/Char-ity/Fundraising, Automobile, Farm, Antique, and Specialty Auctions, as wellas vocal training and auction law. Other subjects included business man-agement, technology, marketing, networking, online auctions and the de-velopment of an auction chant and bid calling.
During the training program, Sohler also received the real-life experi-ence of calling a public auction sale.
Established in 1933, World Wide College of Auctioneering has trainedmore than 40,000 auctioneers throughout the United States, Canada andvarious countries throughout the world. The college, which has graduatedmore World Champion and International Champion auctioneers than anyother school, specializes in the development of voice control, auctionchant and bid calling.
Clayton is the son of Jay Sohler and grandson of Gail Sohler.
Vishay Dale Participates In 2012 Trade FairVishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE:VSH) announces that employees
of the local division of Vishay Dale Electronics, Inc. participated lastweek (Nov. 13-16) in electronica 2012 — the world’s leading trade fair forelectronic components, systems, and applications, held in Munich, Ger-many.
Electronic components designed and manufactured in the localVishay Dale facility were showcased to potential customers from all overthe world. Some of the products from the local division included induc-tors, transformers, and custom magnetics for a variety of applications.,including computers, medical devices (pacemakers and defibrillators),automotive, aerospace and military products and systems along withnew wireless charging applications.
More than 72,000 engineers, buyers, and technology executives from78 countries attended electronica 2012, which had over 2600 exhibitorsfrom 49 countries.
Vishay intertechnology, Inc., a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on theNYSE (VSH), is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of discrete semi-conductors (diodes, MOSFETs, and infrared optoelectronics) and pas-sive electronic components (resistors, inductors, and capacitors). Thesecomponents are used in virtually all types of electronic devices andequipment, in the industrial, computing, automotive, consumer, telecom-munications, military, aerospace, power supplies, and medical markets.Vishay’s product innovations, successful acquisition strategy, and “one-stop shop” service have made it a global industry leader. Vishay can befound on the internet at www.vishay.com.
Businessman Completes Specialized TrainingTom Hausmann of Yankton recently attended the Inscape Publishing
JumpStart Business Workshop in Minneapolis. The business-buildingand training session highlighted the newest online learning tools used todeliver insights about workplace relationships and achieve organiza-tional effectiveness.
With the growing demand for online learning assessments, InscapePublishing is continuing to attract independent business owners who arecommitted to delivering the latest tools in workplace performance devel-opment. “I commend Tom for his commitment to bringing the latestlearning tools to the marketplace,” said Jeffrey Sugerman, Inscape’s Pres-ident and CEO. “Today’s workplace issues are varied, complex and chal-lenging — these professionals are committed and equipped to helpingthe change happen throughout the entire organization.”
“Our high quality tools coupled with Tom’s expertise in training anddevelopment will serve organizations well. The need for skilled leadersin this industry has been leveraged with our training programs. We lookforward to supporting Tom’s business growth,” said Sugerman.
Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc. (KPI-JCI) hostedmore than 300 people, including employees,their spouses and children, during its annual“Breakfast with Santa” employee appreciationevent, held Dec. 1 at Minerva’s in Yankton.
The company’s “Breakfast with Santa”began in 1998 and has grown to include asmany as 400 participants over the years. Thisyear, attendees were greeted by the door byMrs. Claus, played by Judy Conn, inventorycontrol coordinator for Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc.(KPI-JCI). A breakfast buffet was served, andshortly thereafter Santa (played by Advertis-ing Manager Curt Peterka) appeared, allowingeach child to sit on his lap and providingpresents to all. Gifts for those who could notattend but were signed up were donated tothe Yankton Women’s/Children’s Center.
The employee appreciation event servesas a way to connect with employees and theirfamilies and thank them for their hard work,said Joe Vig, president of Kolberg-Pioneer,Inc. (KPI-JCI).
“Kolberg-Pioneer has hundreds of valu-able employees who are critical to makingthe company a worldwide leader in manufac-turing equipment for the aggregate, construc-tion, paving and recycling industries,” Vigsaid. “Our employee appreciation events helpus thank our employees and their families for
their dedication to the company and commu-nity.”
For more photos from the event, visit theKPI-JCI and Astec Mobile Screens Facebook
page at www.facebook.com/kpijci. To learnmore about the company, visitwww.kpijci.com.
KPI-JCI Hosts ‘Breakfast With Santa’
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Jennifer Adamson receives a $250 donation to the Contact Center FoodPantry from Tri-State Old Iron Association. Tri-State Old Iron is an antiquetractor and small engine club that meets the 2nd Monday of each monthat 7 PM at JoDean's Restaurant in Yankton. The purpose of our Associa-tion is to preserve the history and agricultural heritage of the farmingcommunity. Pictured from left to right is Rodger Harts, President of Tri-State Old Iron, Jennifer Adamson, Director of the Contact Center, andLeon Becker, Treasurer of Tri-State Old Iron Association.
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Rob Stevenson visitswith Personal Financestudents as they com-pleted the financial liter-acy modules of the Everfiprogram. He focused onhow important financialresponsibility is to every-one and to their commu-nity. There wereapproximately 130 stu-dents who completed theprogram this semesterwith teachers Lorie Mul-hair and Brady Muth.(Submitted Photo)
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Wayne State College art student volunteer Angela Steffen of Fordyce,graphic arts major, painted a children's wall mural in the Fred DalePlanetarium on campus this semester with other volunteer art stu-dents. Steffen is the daughter of Pat and Julie Steffen.
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The 5th Grade class at Webster Elementary recently graduated fromthe DARE program. Officer Shoburg and the students had a semesterlong class on making good choices including those involving drugs, al-cohol, peer pressure, bullying, and many more topics. The ceremonywas held in the Webster Elementary gym with a terrific audience offriends and family. The students and their guests were introduced toOfficer Nolz and his drug dog. They had a chance to ask questionsand share their essays. Mrs. Savey and her 5th graders are proud oftheir accomplishments. Webster Elementary is appreciative of the re-lationship with the Yankton Police Department ... it truly takes a villageto raise a child!
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