Monday,  Feb. 24, 2014 • Vol. 16--No. 223 • 2 of 31

Senator John Thune speaks at Groton Cracker Barrell

• John Thune grew up in Murdo, South Dakota. His interest in politics was sparked at a young age after making five of six free throws during a freshman high school basketball game. He was later greeted by a spectator who said, "I noticed you missed one." That spectator happened to be well-known sports enthusiast and South Dakota U.S. Representative Jim Abdnor. The introduction was the start of a friendship that ignited John's career in public service.
• John received his undergraduate degree at Biola University and his Master's degree in Business Administration from

The Cracker Barrel started out with Alec Oleson welcoming everyone. He talked about making a change for the bettering of the community and the world and making the people around you listen about your ideas. and such an idea can make an impacted in the world. Your idea can change the world and all teenagers can make a differences. (Photo #1118 by Tina Kosel)

Cheyenne Schaller talked about building our future, and what the future holds for you. And Schaller also said if you are going to fill out scholarships do that ASAP and don't wait to do them.  (Photo #1119 by Tina Kosel)

the University of South Dakota. Upon completion of his Master's Degree in 1984, he married

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Scott Thorson  talked about making a difference and how making a change takes a lot character. He introduced Senator John Thune to the crowd. (Photo #1120 by Tina Kosel)

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