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Myrna's Local News | Dakota Life

SDPB | By Cara Hetland

Published September 24, 2024 at 3:00 PM CDT

If you ask around town, Myrna Brunz taught pretty much everyone who has come through the Burke school system. As she turned the page on teaching, she's found a new chapter in writing about all-things happening in town.

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Cara Hetland

Cara Hetland is the Director of Radio and Journalism Content for South Dakota Public Broadcasting.

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