Everything You Need to Know About 4th Annual 605 Unity Jam

It's coming up on Sunday, June 9 from 12 to 8 PM at Lake Wagner and is hosted by the 605 Unity Jam Team!

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This multi-cultural celebration has become a summer tradition in the Wagner area. It has the simple goal of bringing people together in a place where everyone will feel welcome and showcase Lake Wagner and the Unity Buffalo.

Photos courtesy of Dana Sanderson 605 Unity Jam

The Unity Buffalo is a beautiful art piece that was created as a representation of the festival itself and the celebration's mission of bringing different cultures together.

Admission to 605 Unity Jam is free and there will be lots of activities going on.

Youth Pow Wow
Cornhole Tournament
Outdoor Church Service
Cardboard Box Boat Regatta
Czech Kolache Eating Contest
Youth Fishing Clinic & Fishing Derby
Cultural Presentations & Demonstrations
Traditional Czech and Native dance demonstrations

There will be numerous food trucks and arts and crafts vendors, plus a wide variety of musicians and entertainers.

Photos courtesy Dana Sanderson 605 Unity Jam

Remember to bring your own lawn chair or a blanket so you'll be comfy watching the entertainment & eating some of the fantastic food you will find. No coolers, please.

If you'd like to volunteer, become a vendor, or just need more information, call Dana Sanderson at 605-491-0804.

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Seven Mind-Blowing Wonders' of South Dakota

I think most of us have at least heard of the "Seven Wonders of the Modern World." We might not be able to rattle them off as easily as McDonald's value menu items, but chances are you've heard of at least some of them, right?

There's the Great Wall of China. Chichén Itzá, a Mayan City on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. The ancient city of Petra, in Jordan. Machu Picchu in Peru. Christ the Redeemer Statue in Rio de Janeiro. The Colosseum in Rome, and finally, the Taj Mahal in Agra, India.

Every state in the nation is known for having a series of natural wonders and signature landmarks. So, I thought I would come up with my own list of the "Seven Wonders of South Dakota."

The following is what I consider to be the signature landmarks, monuments, and natural wonders that are synonymous with the great state of South Dakota. I tried to give both sides of the state a little love while comprising this list.

You might have a few additions...

Let's get started. The Seven Wonders of South Dakota: