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The Platte Enterprise, Platte, Charles Mix South Dakota Page Ten Thursday, November 11, 2010 Carrie Johnson Charles Mix County Family and Consume Science Extension Educator New Website Design for Platte-Geddes School Under the direction of Stacey Larson, computer teacher for the Platte-Geddes School and her computer class, the Platte-Geddes web-page is undergoing major reconstruction. The webpage will retain its original banner and the IPS address will stay the same. If everything goes fine with the transfer of information, the new website should be up and running by the time you read this information. Information on our website has been designed to provide you with information on the many activities and events, such as district policies, curriculum, activities, staff, calendars, lunch menus, and employment that take place within your Platte-Geddes School District. In order for all children to be successful in attaining the highest levels of their potential, we believe an excellent relationship needs to be fostered between the home and school.

We encourage all parents and community members to take an active role in your school. We hope you find the information presented in our site helpful. The website is not totally completed, but we will continue to update and add as we work to complete the website. If you have suggestions on information that we could possibly add to the website, please e-mail me at tony.glass-kl2.sd.us withvour suggestion. The Platte Ewterprise vets Around CENTRAL ELECTRIC BUS TOUR Ralph Houska (left) and Wayne Surat read a copy of The Platte Enterprise while on a Central Electric Bus Tour to the Antelope Valley Coal Mine near Beulah, ND August 5-6.

Platte-Geddes FFA'ers Show Infinite Potential driving and being a judge." The FFA is also busy selling fruit, meat and cheese, Crystalyx coupons, and 4-wheeler raffle tickets in order to help fund their senior trip, state convention, and other expenses. If you would like to purchase any of these items, contact any FFA member or call the school and get a hold of Mr. Gittings at 337-3391 Coming up on the chapter's agenda is helping with the annual Cowboy Christmas, and the students are looking forward for spring production CDEs. Mark on your calendars the annual senior slave auction with 12 seniors slated to sell at 12 noon sharp at the Platte Livestock Auction Wednesday, Dec. Gear up for Winter Weather! Eventually, we will find ourselves in the midst of winter weather.

It is best to be prepared for when the weather arrives, rather than to be scrambling to find those winter coats and winter equipment. Don't let this weather catch you off guard and unprepared. We need to take precautions and be prepared. Most of us have cell phones, but it is best not to totally rely on your phone. Think about this scenario: you get stuck and the battery in your phone goes dead, or you are in an area of no reception.

You still need to have items at hand to get you through until help arrives. That is why it is a good idea when traveling, to have a Winter Survival Kit in your vehicle. Below is a list of what to keep in your kit. Three pound metal coffee can or any metal bulk food can with plastic cover for purposes of making a "portable stove" punch three holes around the top edge so it can be hung from the mirror with a Sterno or candle in it. Wire for "portable Candles (larger than votive) and container to hold them.

If candles are scented, use vanilla. Matches (inside a container to keep them from getting wet or damp). Flashlight (batteries reversed to prevent accidental burnout. Label as a reminder to reverse batteries for use). Spare flashlight batteries.

Canned solid fuel, i.e. Sterno. Facial tissue. Spoons, small knife, can opener and metal cups. Pencil or mechanical pencilpad of paper.

Bright red or yellow cloth for signal banner. Stocking cap, preferably with facemask. Extra mittens or gloves and socks. Instant hand warmer or instant pocket warmer for warming hands. Rope or twine (enough to reach the trunk from the front door).

Large plastic bags for body heat retention (but do not use next to the skin). Information on winter storm "survival. Non-perishable Food (suggested options): candy bars (high in energy), raisins, candy, dried fruit, gum, tea bags, jar of instant coffee, soup packages (cup of soup), hot chocolate packages, honey, beef jerky, etc. Keep Winter Survival Kit Inside the Vehicle: The trunk may be jammed by collision or buried in a snowdrift. Flashlight batteries may freeze.

Warm the batteries with your body between your legs or under your arms. Other Items to Keep in Vehicle: First Aid Basic andor Advance Kits are recommended to have in the vehicle for winter survival. Windshield scraper and brush Sleeping bags Blankets Snowmobile suitboots Booster cables Poultry grit, sand salt mix, ice-bite, or cat litter Extra coffee cans or metal bulk food cans for waste Small shovel Medications or special needs Gas treatment Holiday Dining on a Budget Submitted by: Carrie Johnson, Extension Educator FCS I will be honest with you, I LOVE to cook. It is one of my absolute favorite things to do. Most of all, I love to cook for other people.

Which is a good thing considering my family's size! But when holidays roll around I get extra excited because I get to cook for so many more guests. I tend to go a little overboard and spend a little too much money on food so I thought I would look for some references that might help me spend less. 1 found that with a little creativity and planning, I can scale down food purchases without cutting back on the festivities and fun. Plan. Decide how much you want to or can afford to spend.

If you decide to invite more guests than you can comfortably afford to feed; host a potluck. Ask family and friends to bring their favorite dish and copies of the recipe. Our family tries to do this for one holiday every year. All of my aunts and uncles, cousins, brothers and sisters, their spouses, etc. come together and have a huge potluck dinner.

It reminds me of when I was a kid and we all met out at grandma's farm, but now we just pitch in and help by bringing a side dish with us. Downsize your Menu. Consider your budget along with what's on special and seasonal at the grocery store. You may want to rethink traditional side dishes if the ingredients are not on sale at your store. Most of the time when I cook a large holiday meal, everything doesn't fit on a plate.

You figure you can always come back for another plate of food, but by the time you're done with the first one you're full. Shop Wisely: Make a list and stick to it at the store. Watch for sales. Grocery stores periodically lhave great discounts on basic, holiday foods. Use this to your advantage, but only buy items you need and avoid the "extras" that are not on your list.

Just because something is on sale doesn't mean you have to buy it. Coupons or Generic Brands? By buying generic or store brands, you could save 40 on your groceries. If you must buy name-brand foods, check for coupons in newspapers and on the Internet. Use coupons only for foods already on your grocery list, don't buy something just because you have a coupon for it. Make Your Menu Do Double Duty.

We lose money whenever we toss food because it spoiled before we could use it. Be creative in using leftovers. Growing up, I always looked forward to the day after Thanksgiving when mom would make turkey noodle soup with homemade egg noodles and leftover turkey. Remember, you can have a great holiday meal without breaking your budget. With a little planning and maybe some help from others you can have the holiday meal you want.

By: Ryan Nepodal Platte-Geddes FFA Reporter On Monday, Nov. 8'" the Platte-Geddes FFA traveled to Mitchell to participate in the. District 4 Leadership CDE contests. Three individuals interviewed for district offices. They were Amanda Qualm, KayCee Pedersen, and Dillon Ringling.

Dillon received the honor of District 4 Student Advisor. Dillon will attend student officer training and have breakfast with the state legislators in Pierre during the legislative session. His duties will also entail helping with the petting zoo next summer at the State Fair. Competing for Platte-Geddes in job interview were seniors Jenny Porter and Lana Cwach. They placed and 9'b respectively.

Jenny will go on to compete at the State Leadership CDE in Pierre December 5'h and 6' In the area of Ag Sales, Jevin Meyerink placed a very respectable 4lh just missing going on to state. Ryan Nepodal placed 8 in this event. Freshman Heidi Ringling and Destiny Oberbroekling recited the FFA Creed in places respectively. Advisor Jody Gittings was quoted as was really proud of the kids for going above and beyond to participate in the leadership CDEs. It is really hard for a lot of young people to get up and talk in front of strangers for the first time.

All the kids represented Platte-Geddes at the highest level. 1 would also like to thank Chris Nepodal for ROPING WINNER Emmit Holzbauer won the 6 and under dummy roping at the 8DRA finals In Rapid City October, 24th. He competed in three go-rounds before the final on Sunday, receiving two first place finishes and a second. He received a new belt buckle for his efforts. Emmit is the son of David and Michelle Holzbauer, Platte, and the grandson of Lawrence and Colleen Jaeger, Oeddes.

West of Toiwt filews fy Norma Paulson Paul and Carmain Johnson accompanied Gary and Paula Nelson to Gregory Thursday evening to the district volleyball tournament. J. D. Georg of Midway, TX was in Platte on business and was a Friday overnight guest in the Sonny and LaVonne Qualm home. Gene and Ethan Qualm, who have been visiting and bow hunting at Vernell Qualms, met Jean Ann Qualm, who flew into Rapid City midweek, and they drove to Custer to visit Paul DeHaan several days before returning to Mesa, AZ.

Jacque Van Zee was home from Torrington, WY at the Jerry and Betty Van Zee home. Sunday dinner guests were Jessica Rempfer of Bridgewater, Buck and April Van Zee and boys, Sean Van Zee, Maria Samuelson and Eric Summerville. Lorrinda Antonsen, Haley Olson and Ava and Heather Antonsen of Sioux Falls spent Friday through Sunday in the Adam and Callie Houdeshell home. Saturday evening they all visited in the Leroy and Janet Houdeshell home and were taken out to supper. Kurt was left home all alone.

Robert and Mary Lee Ericksonj Caroline Butler and kaura-Johnf orj went to Bufke Mbriday (trherp Paul Church celebrate his birthday. Sharon Holter flew to New York City to observe the 26.2 mie New York City Marathon in which daughter Spring Holter, was one of the 45,000 runners to participate. National League Platte Food Center 20 5 Pranger's 17 Lori Cable Agency 17 NuTech 15 Turnis Farm Service 14 GeddesCoop 12.5 High Scratch David Markhardt 230-594 John Cable 203-578 Scott Crosby 225-574 Lori Cable Agency 773-2206 High Hdcp. John Cable 243-698 Roger VandenBos 241-683 David Markhardt 250-654 Geddes Coop 851-2506 Wednesday, Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m.

Lori Cable Agency vs. Geddes Coop Pranger's vs Turnis Farm Service NuTech vs. Platte Food Center American League Country Pride 12 Farm Bureau 10 Fergie's 9 Dummy 9 Eastman's 7 Farmers' Elevator 7 Kuip's 6 Noteboom Implement 4 High Scratch Troy Sprik 248-639 Don Sperlich 256-631 Kory Meyerink 245-621 Farm Bureau 784-2268 High Hdcp. Troy Sprik 274-717 Don Sperlich 283-712 Kory Meyerink 270-696 Farm Bureau 905-2631 Thursday, Nov. 11 at 7 p.m.

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Dummy Missouri Valley League Reiser Lumber 78 Midwest Ag Center 77,5 Bultsma Truckline 66.5 Dutch Oven 63 Platte Lanes 49 Sportsman's Pub 44 High Scratch Scores Don Lucas 208-763 Tyler Oberbroekling 227-733 Dave Markhardt 202-731 Dutch Oven 781-2816 High Hdcp. Scores Rodney VandenBos 249-865 Travis Dyk 220-844 Bob Middendorp 267-865 Dutch Oven 883-3224 Tuesday, Nov. 16 st 7 p.m. Midwest Ag Center vs. Platte Lanes Sportsman's Pub vs.

Dutch Oven Bultsma Truckline vs. Reiser Lumber Monday Ladles' Standings 44 Road Stop 82 5 Meyerink's 73 5 Platte Ford 73 First Fidelity Bank 70 5 Fergie's 70 Kuip's 62.5 High Scratch Lisa Creasey 208-563 Darlene Tscnumper 205-544 Wendy Taylor 199-559 High Hdcp. Darlene Tschumper 241-652 Lisa Creasey 216-587 Char Severson 214 Wendy Taylor 598 Monday, Nov. IS Schedule Meyerink's vs. Fergie's Platte Ford vs First Fidelity Bank Kuip's vs.

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