The Burke/Gregory Storm wrestlers competed against 18 other teams at the McCook Central/ Montrose Invitational on Friday, December 31, in Salem, and finished in ninth place. “This tournament is just as tough as state,” Coach Seth Webster commented.

When we want to improve our daily lives, we may not look to Occupational Therapy (OT) as a source for solutions. OT is often thought of as relating only to employment. However, the term “occupation” actually includes any tasks that we do during the day, or in other words, “skills for the job of living.” OT helps people to do the things they want and need to do to live life to the fullest despite injury, illness, or disability.

The coaches of the Missouri Valley Conference voted five of the Gregory Gorillas to be members of the all-conference team. The 2021 team members are: • Kade Stukel (792 all-purpose yards on offense, 48 tackles on defense) • Owen Hansen (1088 all-purpose yards on offense, 63 tackles on defense) • Eli Fogel (375 all-purpose yards on offense, 62 tackles on defense) • Trey Murray (325 all-purpose yards on offense, 81 tackles on defense) • Rylan Peck (2100 all-purpose yards on offense, 69 tackles on defense) Jaden Graber was also an honorable mention selection with an uncountable number of blocks on offense and 37 tackles and one touchdown on a 10 yard fumble recovery on defense.

The Gorillas played in the Hoop City Classic at the Corn Palace on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, and were dealt a 65-59 loss from the Canistota Hawks. The Gorillas started the game with a flurry and held an 18-13 first quarter lead.

Tuesday Mixed League 12/28/21 Old Pioneer, 34-14; Argonauts, 33-15; Tee-Riffic Creations, 29-19; Bailey Welding, 26-22; Eagle Star, 26-22; Soesbes, 22-26; Outsiders, 14- 34; Streakers, 8-40; HTG: Old Pioneer, 937; HTS: Old Pioneer, 2611; HIG: Damian Mitchell, 237; Addy Nelson, 245; HIS: Damian Mitchell, 656; Addy Nelson, 692. Splits picked up by: Jennifer Talsma, 5-7; Jennifer Soesbe, 5-6; Steve Kautz, 9-10; Addy Nelson, 2-7-8.

A Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera Buckleyi) in your home can certainly stand out if it is in front of a snowy window. With its bright-colored blossoms (reds, purples, and pinks) against the snowy backdrop, this might be one of the pretty flowers to have during the holidays. While there is no guarantee that this plant will bloom on December 25 every year, you can still keep this plant healthy and strong for a long time. Here are some plant care tips to consider for a Christmas Cactus.