February 19, 2019 • Page 14 shop online at www.missourivalleyshopper.com State Historical Society Seeks Nominations SDDA Announces The For Governor’s Awards, Board Positions 2019 Wildfire Awareness PIERRE, S.D. – The South Dakota State Historical Society in Pierre is seeking nominations for the annual Governor’s Awards for History and two positions on its board of trustees. The Governor’s Awards include recognition for individuals, organizations and also a K-12 History Teacher of the Year. People interested in making a nomination should visit www.history.sd.gov or contact Jeff Mammenga with the State Historical Society at Jeff.Mammenga@state.sd.us or 605-773-6000 to receive the nomination form. The nomination forms are due back to the society by Feb. 25. The nominations will be reviewed by a subcommittee of the society’s board of trustees and the winners will receive their awards during the society’s annual history conference on April 26 in Pierre. “We encourage people who know individuals, organizations or teachers who have excelled at preserving South Dakota history to nominate them for the awards,” said Jay D. Vogt, director of the State Historical Society. “Nominees need not be members of the State Historical Society.” Extraordinary individuals could be considered for the Robinson Award, the society’s highest honor, recognizing a lifetime of preserving state history. The Robinson is not awarded every year. The Schell Award, selected by a separate panel of judges, is given to the author of the best article in the previous year’s volume of “South Dakota History,” the society’s award- winning quarterly journal. Nominations are also being sought for two members of the society’s board of trustees -- a member atlarge and the professional archivist. These nominees must be members of the State Historical Society. The incumbents in those positions are Robert Kolbe of Sioux Falls (at-large) and Laurie Langland of Fulton (professional archivist). Trustee nomination forms may be obtained at the above information. They are due back to the society by March 1. The three-year trustee positions are voted on by members of the society. The winners are announced at the history conference on April 26. Call 605-773-6000 with questions on either the Governor’s Awards or the board of trustees openings. Noem Appoints Bies, Whitmyre To Game, Fish And Parks Commission Governor Kristi Noem today announced that she has appointed Travis Bies of Fairburn and Robert Whitmyre of Webster to the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) Commission. “Travis and Robert have proven their commitment to South Dakota and will bring new perspectives to outdoor recreation and habitat resources,” said Noem. “I appreciate their willingness to serve and make our state a better place to live and work – not only for today, but for the next generation.” Bies is a third-generation commercial cow/calf Find it here! producer and has seen the way wildlife plays a role in his ranch's ecosystem. He lives in Custer County and has five children. "Every day, we see mule deer, whitetails, prairie dogs, birds and more. Seeing wildlife on the ranch is a sign that we're managing our resources properly, not only for our livestock, but also for the wildlife and the next generation of ranchers and outdoor enthusiasts," said Bies. “I look forward to serving South Dakota in this new role.” Whitmyre is an East River farmer and has lived in Day County for more www.missourivalleyshopper.com than 50 years. He and his wife, Tonia, have been married for 29 years and have three children. “I am honored to accept this appointment from Governor Noem,” said Whitmyre. “Outdoor recreation and caring for the land are not just things we do around here; it is who we are. Serving for the next generation is important to me to ensure that we are continuously enhancing the quantity and quality of outdoor recreational opportunities with a peaceful and respectful approach.” Bies will replace Barry Jensen of White River. Whitmyre will replace Cathy Peterson of Salem. Both will attend their first commission meeting on February 28 in Pierre. Their terms expire on January 10, 2023. The GFP Commission serves as the advocate and liaison between the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks and its stakeholders – the people of South Dakota. The Commission consists of eight members, appointed by the Governor for four year terms. For more information on the Commission and the 2019 meeting schedule, please visit gfp. sd.gov/commission/. www.missourivalleyshopper.com Month Coloring Contest RAPID CITY, S.D. – The South Dakota Department of Agriculture’s Wildland Fire Division is calling all kids, ages 3-12, to showcase their artistic abilities in this year’s Wildfire Awareness Month Coloring Contest. Wildfire Awareness Month will take place again in May in the State of South Dakota. This year’s entries will reflect the theme “Smokey Bear’s 75 Birthday Celebration”. Kids living in South Dakota are eligible to participate. All entries must be postmarked by April 19, 2019. Only one entry per child is allowed and submitted coloring sheets must be completed by the child with no outside assistance. Each entry must include a completed entry form. Paint, markers, crayons or colored pencils are mediums that may be used. The contest will have two age brackets with a prize awarded to each group. • Group 1 (Ages 3-7) Contestants submit the official “Birthday Cake” coloring sheet. • Group 2 (Ages 8-12) Contestants submit the official “Birthday Sign” coloring sheet. A large Smokey Bear plush toy will be awarded to the contest winners in each category on or before May 10, 2019. Coloring sheets will not be returned. The coloring sheets may be downloaded and printed from the South Dakota Wildfire Awareness Month website at this link: https://www.sdwildfireawareness.com/ All submissions must be mailed/delivered to: South Dakota Wildland Fire Division Attn: Casey Warren 3305 West South Street www.missourivalleyshopper.com Rapid City, SD 57702 For more information, contact Casey Warren at 605.390.2619 or email casey.warren@state.sd.us. South Dakota Wildland Fire Division can be found on Facebook by searching SD Wildland Fire and on Twitter @ SDWildlandFire. Agriculture is a major contributor to South Dakota’s economy, generating $25.6 billion in annual economic activity and employing over 115,000 South Dakotans. The South Dakota Department of Agriculture's mission is to promote, protect and preserve South Dakota agriculture for today and tomorrow. 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