June 2025

Class of 1980

While sending out notes to my classmates inviting them to attend our 45th Class Reunion in October, I had an array of thoughts and feelings.

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Know your Family Health History

Foundational education as an RN with a BSN from South Dakota State University provided a broad understanding of how our bodies function. One of the lessons that was high lighted over the years was the need to pay attention to changes, e.g., my two sisters needed total knee replacement and so did I; my paternal grandfather had a massive stoke and died at the age of 61 years in 1948 from what? It was never diagnosed. My father thought that his dad, who was a farmer, was too stubborn to get regular check-ups from a physician and probably had heart problems in addition to his high blood pressure.

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Percival Park 6-27-25

A group of enthusiastic volunteers of all ages were on hand at the Percival Park for a recent improvement project where mulch was added to help beautify the park space. Submitted by Teresa Crecelius.

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InstaPot Winner

Grape Community Hospital hosted an InstaPot Party on June 21 at the United Methodist Church in Hamburg. Attendees tried received recipes and enjoyed a tasting. The winner of the Insta Pot giveaway was Pastor Courtney Dake. Event organizers would like to thank everyone who participated in this fun and educational event. The event was made possible by Giving Wednesday, Grape Community Hospital and Tami Oakes. Submitted by Teresa Crecelius.

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Sharks Swim Team

The Hamburg Sharks swim team has begun their 2025 summer season. Pictured are members of the team. From left are Jozie Parmer, Jaimie Moyer, Cytara Morgan, Wyatt Wray, Ryker Scott, Drayden Flowers, Anna Weber, Josie Shull, Nora Spiegel, Ian Gregg, Adalind Gregg. This team coached by Libby Stenzel has traveled to Auburn, Nebr., Lewis Central and Maryville, Mo. Submitted by Teresa Crecelius.

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