Broadcaster Press 7 June 19, 2018 www.broadcasteronline.com Walz Named New SD Air Guard H Assistant Adjutant General 0 0 k with the employment the right By Staff Sgt. Jorrie Hart 114th Fighter Wing Public Affairs SIOUX FALLS - Brig. Gen. Russ Walz assumed duties as the assistant adjutant general for the South Dakota Air National Guard, during a transfer of authority ceremony at Joe Foss Field in Sioux Falls, June 3. Maj. Gen. Tim Reisch, SDNG adjutant general, presided over the ceremony where Walz assumed authority as the assistant adjutant from Brig. Gen. Joel DeGroot, who served in the position since March 2017. DeGroot will now be the chief of staff, Headquarters, SDANG. Walz is now responsible to the adjutant general for strategic planning, strength management, Airmen readiness and mobilization support of the state's nearly 1,100 Air National Guard Airmen. After the transfer of authority, Walz addressed members of the 114th Fighter Wing. "It's truly an honor to be representing this unit in the new capacity as the assistant adjutant general and it's a big honor to represent the state of South Dakota," Walz said. "It's an honor and blessing to represent the 1,093 men and women who are unbelievable professionals." "I look forward to seeing Airmen in action doing amazing things and being here from the headquarters perspective to help you push your mission," Walz added. During the ceremony, Reisch commented on DeGroot's time as assistant adjutant. "He has done a fantastic job over the bp Since 1934 last year," said Reisch, "He stepped into leadership right away." Reisch also commented on how DeGroot stepped up as a regional leader for the JDEC (Joint Diversity Executive Committee) nationally, which he stated was an amazing achievement for a new general. Reisch spoke about Walz's leadership by saying, "He's the type of guy people like to work with and work for." Reisch said that the 10 years Walz served as the 114th commander, followed by two years at state headquarters, make him a perfect fit for this job. Prior to taking on this new position, Walz served as director of joint staff, Joint Force Headquarters, SDNG, and SDANG chief of staff. He primarily served as the principal advisor to the adjutant general on all joint issues and policies relating to defense support to civil authorities and homeland defense programs. Walz enlisted in the SDANG in 1980. He later commissioned at the Academy of Military Science in Knoxville, Tennessee, in 1989, earning distinguished graduate honors. He completed undergraduate pilot training at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. Walz assumed the position of director of joint staff in May 2016, having held previous command positions at the flight, squadron, group and wing levels. He is a command pilot with over 3,700 total fighter hours, including 70 combat hours enforcing no-fly zones over southern and northern Iraq. Broadcaster Press bp Broadcaster Since 1934 Press 201 W Cherry, Vermillion 624-4429 What everyone is reading. Get your ad in the.. Classifieds www.broadcasteronline.com www.plaintalk.net Today! CALL 624-4429 ••• FAX 624-2696 ••• EMAIL classifieds@plaintalk.net ••• ONLINE BroadcasterOnline.com ••• DROP BY 201 W. Cherry, Vermillion AUCTION Sunday, June 24 • 11 a.m. Welding and Woodworking Shop, Airplane and UTV (side by side) 31904 4th Ave., Elk Point, SD From I-29 Vermillion exit, go east on Hwy 50 to Richland, SD or from Westfield, IA take Hwy 3/50 west to Richland, SD Welding: Mig welder, plasma cutter, Lincoln 225 welder, acetylene tanks (large), chop saw, Delta drill press, 60 gallon upright air compressor, Snap-on tool box, Craftsman tool box, floor jacks, power washer, generator, shop press, motor lift, overhead hoist, new iron and rack, shop vac., propane shop heater, bench grinder, electric winch, metal work table, fiberglass step ladder, four chainsaws, Generac Motor 196cc (new), 16hp Briggs engine, engine stand, welding supplies, large assortment of DeWalt and Milwaukee power tools – electric and battery, socket sets and many tools too numerous to mention. Woodworking: Delta wood lathe, Delta band saw, Delta planer, radial arm saw, miter saw, Delta hollow chisel mortiser, Bosch router table and router, Sears table saw, and a large assortment of wood working tools. Meat Processing Equipment: Large smoker with racks and hooks, meat grinder, meat slicer, meat saw, meat mixer, press, two refrigerators and two upright freezers. Airplane: Remote controlled airplane, six foot wing span and two engines for plane. UTV/Lawn & Garden: Polaris 400 Ho Ranger side by side, Simplicity 7790 diesel lawn tractor and tiller, ATV tires, rear tine tiller, lawn sweeper, garden planter, lawn trailer, lawn sprayer and 8x10 trailer. Antiques: Dinner bell, metal cans, garden cultivator, beer signs, ice tongs and jewelry. There are many items too numerous to mention. Merchandise has been well cared for. Terms: Cash or check with proper ID day of auction. Nothing removed till settled for. Owner: Dennis Waterman Estate Roger Gaswint Auction Service 712-251-9709 bp Since 1934 ads in the Broadcaster Press 201 W. Cherry, Vermillion 605-624-4429 Noem: Strengthening Tribes By Rep. Kristi Noem Much of South Dakota’s history is rooted in Indian Country, but sadly, many of the systems designed to help tribal members are failing. From healthcare to education to housing, those who live on reservations are struggling. In recent years, much of the attention has focused on the failing Indian Health System (IHS). Federal watchdog reports have repeatedly documented shocking cases of mismanagement and poorly delivered care. Babies were born on bathroom floors with no doctor present. Facilities were forced to wash surgical equipment by hand, due to broken sterilization machines. Medical personnel were coming to work with certifications that had lapsed. It is inhumane to provide this kind of “care.” I recognize recruiting quality medical and administrative staff is an issue at many IHS facilities, which are often located in extremely remote areas, but I’m confident these challenges can be overcome. I have introduced legislation, for instance, to expand the IHS' existing student loan repayment program in order to attract more and better personnel. It would also cut the red tape that impedes professionals from volunteering at IHS hospitals and clinics and allow administrators to more easily hire good employees and fire bad employees. Moreover, the legislation increases transparency by ensuring reports and plans are completed in a timely manner, enhancing congressional oversight, and expanding whistleblower protections. The bill is one of the most comprehensive IHS reform packages to move through Congress in recent years. It was approved by a key House committee in mid-June, and I’m hopeful we can see it advance through the legislative process in the months to come. Health care, however, is just one of the challenges faced by tribes in South Dakota. Housing continues to be an issue for many. Earlier this year, Sen. Thune, Sen. Rounds, and I put pressure on the Department of Agriculture to expand home ownership opportunities in these areas. This May, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue responded by announcing a new pilot program on tribal lands to assist low-income families in their journey toward home ownership. I am hopeful South Dakota families will be able to take advantage of the program soon. While housing and healthcare provide security, education offers opportunity. Recruiting and retaining good teachers, however, has proven difficult. As such, I’ve introduced legislation in the House to help ease certain financial burdens on tribal schools. I’m optimistic the changes, if enacted, will help communities retain teachers with enhanced employee benefits while also preserving more resources for the classroom. The Native American people enrich South Dakota’s culture and play an important role in the American story, but many are struggling. Whether it’s health care, education, or housing, I’m committed to fulfilling America’s treaty obligations and expanding opportunities within tribal communities. Machinery & Personal ProPerty auction saturday, June 23rd, 2018 • 10:00 a.M. PickuPs, skidsteer, Boat, camPer, Guns, atV’s Dick and Priscilla are moving and will sell the following at public auction located at 46458 291st St Centerville, SD or from the I-29 Viborg Exit # 53, 6 miles west on 291st St (#146) or from Centerville, SD, 3 miles north on Riverview Ave and 2 miles east on 291st St. Auctioneer’s Note: Don’t miss this auction, there is something for everyone, excellent quality and condition. For pictures visit www.westraatkins.com. Sale starts at 10:00 AM. Machinery: Ford Jubilee tractor, good tires, paint, tinwork, runs great; Mustang 320 skidsteer, gas, 47” bucket & manure fork; tandem axle skidsteer trailer /ramps; 2 wheel 5’ x 9’ trailer/dropdown tailgate; 3pt rotary mower, 5 ½ ft; 3pt field cultivator, 5 ½ ft; 3pt 6’ blade. Vehicles: 1997 Ford F-250 extended cab pickup, diesel; 2WD, auto, heavy duty, 60,800 miles, good tires, nice; 2000 Dodge Dakota extended cab pickup, 2WD, V-6, auto, 147,000; 1997 Lincoln Town Car, 70,900 miles, good tires. Boat/Camper/ ATV: 1995 Lund Signature Tyee 18 ½ ft boat, full top & Bimini standup top; 2004 Yamaha 150 hp motor, 9 ½ hp Yamaha kicker and lift, 65 lb electric tolling motor; colored Lowrance & Hummingbird depth finders/ Shoreland trailer; 1994 Fireside 33 ft 5th wheel camper/14 ft slideout, good tires, nice; Job Boss 4 wheel ATUV, Honda motor, dump box, top and front carrier; Yamaha 250 Timberwolf ATV. Guns: Winchester Model 30-30 lever action rifle; Winchester Model 12, 12 ga shotgun; Browning 12 ga automatic shotgun; Connecticut Arms 12 ga single shot shotgun; Springfield .22 single shot rifle; Iver Johnson 4-10 single shot shotgun; Springfield Model 87 .22 semi auto rifle; Daisy BB gun. Lawn Mowers and Equipment: JD 425 all wheel steer lawnmower, 54” cut; JD GT 275 lawnmower, 48” cut; Hustler Fastrack lawnmower, 40” cut; Snapper Z1804K commercial lawnmower, 48” cut; Walker lawnmower, 54” cut; Befco 6’ finishing mower , like new, extra new blades; 1 section lever drag; pull type lawn thatcher; 2 lawn spreaders; 41” spike lawn seeder, 2 lawn sprayers; pull type two wheel lawn wagon; AgriFab 4 ft lawn sweeper. Misc: Campell Hausfeld cast iron classic air compressor; Mikita chopsaw; Amrox circular bandsaw; Coleman 2500 generator; electric tree saw, like new; Toro Super blower; B & D power miter box saw, 9”; Montgomery Ward 6 drawer & 3 lower drawer tool chest; 2 highlift jacks; Chicago chain saw sharpener; Reedy kerosene heater; turkey & fish cooker; Kracher electric sprayer; shop vacs; tool chest on wheels; Bostitch air compressor; Poulan 16 “ chain saw; power washer; fishing equipment. Antiques & Household: Redwing 4 gal crock; library bookcase; toys; records & 45”s; doctor scale; canning jars; file cabinets; Magnavox and Vizio flat screen TV’s; recliners; dresser; lamps; stereo; desk; kitchenware; knickknacks; refrigerator, Frigidaire upright freezer, like new; glassware; sewing machine; vacuum; Eden Pure heater; hide-a-bed. Terms: Cash or good check, sales tax collected. Not responsible for accidents or theft of items purchased. Any announcement made day of sale will supersede any advertisements. All buyers are encouraged to inspect all items and verify information. All items sold as is with no warranties or guarantees of any kind. Nothing removed until settled for. For pictures visit www.westraatkins.com Dick and Priscilla landsman, owners 605-553-2803 Joel R Westra, Auctioneer, Centerville, SD 605-310-6941 Joel A Westra, Auctioneer, Chancellor, SD 605-957-5222 Craig Atkins, Auctioneer, Tea, SD 605-351-9850 Scott Moore, Auctioneer, Centerville, SD 605-366-8683