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Deb Kuschel of Aberdeen, right, recently visited Washington, D.C., with her son Michael, center, where she was honored as an Angel in Adoption. U.S. Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., left, selected Kuschel for the recognition. Photo courtesy of Sen. John Thune's office.

After two adoptions and fostering 100-plus kids, Kuschel honored for efforts

By Scott Waltman 09/26/2024

Aberdeen’s Deb Kuschel has fostered more than 100 kids — every one of them cute, she’s certain. She started as……

Heather Smith, left, and Louise Schwab stand among totes of clothes available through Aberdeen Area Foster Closet. Aberdeen Insider photo by Elisa Sand

Foster Closet wants to be a resource bridge for foster parents

By Elisa Sand 06/01/2024

The Aberdeen Area Foster Closet has been a local resource for about a year and a half with the goal……

Heather Smith, left, and Louise Schwab stand among totes of clothes available through Aberdeen Area Foster Closet. Aberdeen Insider photo by Elisa Sand

Foster Closet aims to be a resource for foster parents

By Elisa Sand 11/27/2023

With a goal of supporting foster parents and being a local resource, a group called Aberdeen Area Foster Closet has……