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Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
'It's mine': Wagner's housing effort brings dreams within reach
May 30—WAGNER, S.D. — When a pre-built home rolled into Wagner last fall, few could predict how significant it would become. For Irene Sully, 54, it wasn't just the first Governor's House to arrive in town — it was her very first home. "I never thought I'd be able to own a house," said Sully, a first-time homebuyer. "When they brought it in, I just stood there watching them unload it. It was such an emotional moment." Sully purchased the first Governor's Home brought to Wagner, part of a broader effort to bring affordable, high-quality housing options to the community. She's now finishing the interior and expects to move in soon. "My house has three bedrooms, two bathrooms — one with a tub and one with a walk-in shower," she said. "I've added a two-stall garage, and I'm planning a porch soon. It's everything I wanted." The initiative is being led locally by Wagner Area Growth, Inc. (WAG), a nonprofit development corporation working to strengthen the local economy. WAG has plans to bring in at least two more Governor's Houses to Wagner as part of this effort to expand affordable, high-quality housing options for the community. The homes are purchased from the South Dakota Housing Development Authority (SDHDA) through the Governor's House Program, which offers affordable, energy-efficient homes to income-qualified South Dakotans. "We're not just putting houses in the ground," said Margaret Doom, Wagner's economic development director. "We're building opportunity — for individuals, for families, and for the long-term future of Wagner." WAG owns the homes when they arrive and selects details like flooring, paint and appliances. Doom said the goal is to offer homes that feel modern and move-in ready. "We tried to put the best of everything into ours," she said. "The best appliances, flooring, colors — we want these to be homes people are proud of." The first home sold quickly to Sully. The second Governor's Home, now placed in town, is being used for open houses until it sells, giving residents a chance to see the quality firsthand. "There's a stigma that's followed Governor's Homes in the past, and we're working hard to change that," Doom said. "These homes are beautiful, customizable, and efficient." Governor's Houses have sometimes faced skepticism due to their affordability and prison-built origins, often seen as basic or low-end. Doom says WAG is challenging that perception by showing how high-quality and attractive these homes can be. Buyers are responsible for several key parts of the setup — including securing a lot, laying a foundation (such as a crawl space or basement), installing utilities, and adding floor coverings. For example, a buyer like Sully would need to choose a site, hire a contractor to pour the foundation, coordinate with utility companies, and make interior decisions. WAG helps guide them through each step. Governor's Houses are built by inmates at Mike Durfee State Prison in Springfield through a program managed by SDHDA. Since 1996, more than 3,300 have been sold. Prices typically range from $79,000 to $99,900, with income and net worth limits for eligibility. For a household of one or two, annual income must be under $66,570; for three or more, under $76,080. Doom says the homes are part of a broader effort to "jumpstart the housing cycle" — providing starter homes for young adults, long-term homes for families, and retirement-friendly options. "Right now, we don't have enough starter homes," Doom said. "And if young people can't find a place to live, they leave. We want to stop that." According to the U.S. Census, from 2010 to 2020, poverty in Wagner dropped significantly — and so did the population. While Doom questions whether those numbers reflect a true population decline or a drop in poverty, she believes the solution lies in housing revitalization. WAG is also focused on education — offering workshops on home maintenance, connecting residents with resources, and encouraging long-term stewardship. "A house only stays valuable if it's cared for," Doom said. "We want to teach people about siding, roofing, all of it. When someone eventually moves out, that house should still be in good shape for the next family." Doom also praised SDHDA's flexibility in working with nonprofits. The program allows up to a year to sell a home before payment is due — a grace period WAG didn't need for Sully's home but that she says is essential for other communities. "Every home we place is part of a bigger picture," she said. "It's not just about shelter — it's about bringing people into the community, helping them succeed, and building something sustainable." For Sully, that vision is already a reality. "I'm so proud of this home," she said. "It's mine. And it's in Wagner. That means everything." Looking ahead, Doom says Wagner's future won't be defined by population or wealth — but by lives changed. "Gone are the days of a one-size-fits-all perfect small town," she said. "Every town has to define its own success. For us, that means making Wagner a place where people want to stay, grow, and dream big."
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
TV star, 56, says she's juggling string of secret hunks & ending ‘one guy' romances after Carol Vorderman sex confession
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LIZZIE Cundy has opened up about her vibrant love life, revealing she's currently juggling several secret romances and has no intention of settling down with just one man anymore. TV star Lizzie, 56, who was married to footballer Jason Cundy, 55, until 2012, spoke candidly in the newly-released BBC documentary, Sex After Celebrity. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 7 Lizzie Cundy says she's currently juggling several secret romances and has no intention of settling down with just one man anymore Credit: BBC 7 She stars in Sex After Celebrity with Danielle Lloyd and Lembit Opik Credit: BBC And it comes two years after Carol Vorderman, 64, stunned fans with her own polyamorous sex confession on live TV. Over the years, Lizzie has been linked to a number of high-profile men, including her ex-husband Jason, with whom she shares two sons, as well as rugby ace Danny Cipriani, 39, and nightclub boss Jeremy Gordeno, 59. Appearing in the film, former WAG Lizzie told viewers how she's keeping her love life spicy. She said: 'Dating is great now. I am loving dating. I do a long-distance relationship, which is fantastic.' Lizzie went on to spill the sexy secrets of juggling multiple men, sending 'little naughty pics' to keep the flames burning. She teased: 'So, you know, you can send little naughty pics and you just keep it fresh. They're not there all the time, getting on your nerves.' Lizzie admitted she's now enjoying the best of all worlds with a number of companions who each bring something different to her life. She said: 'You know, guys are good for different things. I used to have one guy and I'd think, 'Oh, if only he was a little bit more fun and wanted to go out at night.' 'So I've got guys, you know, one likes football, one likes going out for dinner, one makes me laugh, one's good in bed, you know. Got it all! "I'm free, I love it, and I've never been happier.' Lizzie Cundy in new feud with Carol Vorderman as she delivers cheeky swipe Earlier in the show, Lizzie recalled a horrific ordeal when an ex attempted to film a sex tape without her consent. She said: "I'm more aware, now I'm a celebrity, of how I am, I suppose, in bed. 'I remember dating a guy and he kept using his phone. I was like, 'What are you doing?' And then I thought, 'He's filming me. He's going to make a sex tape!' "And I'm more wary and watching, rather than more relaxed. But I'm a free girl." During a discussion with glamour model Danielle Lloyd and former politician Lembit Opik, she explained being forced to shut down a similar attempt on a date. 7 Former WAG Lizzie told viewers how she's keeping her love life spicy Credit: Instagram 7 Lizzie was married to footballer Jason Cundy until 2012 Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd 7 She more-recently dated nightclub boss, Jeremy Gordeno Credit: Rex Features 7 Lizzie has also spoken of a fling with Danny Cipriani Credit: Getty Lizzie said: 'I've actually been on a date where, sitting there, and I've seen him push his phone. "And I've thought, 'I think he's recording me.' So I just said, 'Yeah, is your phone on? Are you recording?' "And he just went, 'Yeah.'" Lizzie's revelations come after Carol's own headline-making confession in 2023. The Countdown legend admitted to having five men in her life - with no exclusive commitments, allowing everyone to move on freely. However, Carol recently revealed she had since dropped two of those relationships. She told The Times with a shrug: "Life's moved on, it's free-spirited. There's no ownership but it works. "I haven't had many relationships but I've had a couple of bad ones — they're a gamble." She continued: "I love being single. I couldn't think of anything worse than being with a full-time partner. "Most women, even happily married ones, would say if something happened to their partner they'd feel the same. They to me say, 'Yay! Good for you!'" What is polyamory? Polyamory is the practice of having romantic relationships with more than one person at the same time, with the knowledge and consent of all parties. It can refer to relationships where one person has multiple partners or spouses, or where all parties are in a relationship with each other, for example in a throuple. According to You Gov, 6.8% of people in the UK have been in a polyamorous relationship.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
TV star, 56, says she's juggling string of secret hunks & ending ‘one guy' romances after Carol Vorderman sex confession
LIZZIE Cundy has opened up about her vibrant love life, revealing she's currently juggling several secret romances and has no intention of settling down with just one man anymore. TV star Lizzie, 56, who was married to footballer 7 Lizzie Cundy says she's currently juggling several secret romances and has no intention of settling down with just one man anymore Credit: BBC 7 She stars in Sex After Celebrity with Danielle Lloyd and Lembit Opik Credit: BBC And it comes two years after Carol Vorderman, 64, stunned fans with her own Over the years, Lizzie has been linked to a number of high-profile men, including her ex-husband Jason, with whom she shares two sons, as well as rugby ace , 39, and nightclub boss Appearing in the film, former WAG Lizzie told viewers how she's keeping her love life spicy. She said: 'Dating is great now. I am loving dating. I do a long-distance relationship, which is fantastic.' read more on lizzie cundy Lizzie went on to spill the sexy secrets of juggling multiple men, sending 'little naughty pics' to keep the flames burning. She teased: 'So, you know, you can send little naughty pics and you just keep it fresh. They're not there all the time, getting on your nerves.' Lizzie admitted she's now enjoying the best of all worlds with a number of companions who each bring something different to her life. She said: 'You know, guys are good for different things. I used to have one guy and I'd think, 'Oh, if only he was a little bit more fun and wanted to go out at night.' Most read in Celebrity 'So I've got guys, you know, one likes football, one likes going out for dinner, one makes me laugh, one's good in bed, you know. Got it all! "I'm free, I love it, and I've never been happier.' Lizzie Cundy in new feud with Carol Vorderman as she delivers cheeky swipe Earlier in the show, Lizzie recalled a horrific ordeal when an ex attempted to film a sex tape without her consent. She said: "I'm more aware, now I'm a celebrity, of how I am, I suppose, in bed. 'I remember dating a guy and he kept using his phone. I was like, 'What are you doing?' And then I thought, 'He's filming me. He's going to make a sex tape!' "And I'm more wary and watching, rather than more relaxed. But I'm a free girl." During a discussion with glamour model Danielle Lloyd and former politician Lembit Opik, she explained being forced to shut down a similar attempt on a date. 7 Former WAG Lizzie told viewers how she's keeping her love life spicy Credit: Instagram 7 Lizzie was married to footballer Jason Cundy until 2012 Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd 7 She more-recently dated nightclub boss, Jeremy Gordeno Credit: Rex Features 7 Lizzie has also spoken of a fling with Danny Cipriani Credit: Getty Lizzie said: 'I've actually been on a date where, sitting there, and I've seen him push his phone. "And I've thought, 'I think he's recording me.' So I just said, 'Yeah, is your phone on? Are you recording?' "And he just went, 'Yeah.'" Lizzie's revelations come after Carol's own headline-making confession in 2023. The Countdown legend admitted to having - with no exclusive commitments, allowing everyone to move on freely. However, Carol recently revealed she had since dropped two of those relationships. She told "I haven't had many relationships but I've had a couple of bad ones — they're a gamble." She continued: "I love being single. I couldn't think of anything worse than being with a full-time partner. "Most women, even happily married ones, would say if something happened to their partner they'd feel the same. They to me say, 'Yay! Good for you!'" What is polyamory? Polyamory is the practice of having romantic relationships with more than one person at the same time, with the knowledge and consent of all parties. It can refer to relationships where one person has multiple partners or spouses, or where all parties are in a relationship with each other, for example in a throuple. According to 7 Lizzie's revelations come after Carol's own headline-making confession in 2023 Credit: Alamy
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Lizzie Cundy, 56, reveals how heartbreak from footballer ex made her feel 'lonely and isolated' as she opens up about the realities of being a WAG in the noughties
Lizzie Cundy has opened up about the realities of being a WAG in the noughties as she shared the 'lonely and isolating' reality of her split from her footballer ex. The TV star, 56, got married to the former Chelsea player Jason Cundy, 55, in 1994, after meeting at a nightclub in Richmond, London. Lizzie split from Jason in 2012 after discovering his affair with opera singer Hannah Pedley. Now, in a new BBC documentary titled Sex After Celebrity, Lizzie revealed the difficulties she faced with being in the public eye at the height of her fame. Reflecting on the period when her marriage split became public, she described it as the 'most awful time' in her life. She said: 'It was the most awful time when my marriage split up, not just because it was a marriage splitting up and family was being split up, it was because it was on the front page of the papers. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'There's a picture of me in a swimsuit, looking over my shoulder, and it was all about my marriage split, and I didn't even know about it myself. And it was the reaction of other people as well. 'Friends I knew didn't know what to say. The mums at school would cross the road from me because they were embarrassed. 'They didn't really know what to say. So it actually became quite a lonely existence.' She continued: 'And not knowing who to trust, actually doubting friends, thinking, "Could they have put that story in?" or, you know, "I only told that person, so how did it get in?" 'And quizzing and questioning people that you've known a lifetime. So that side was awful.' Following the breakdown of her high-profile marriage, Lizzie found it hard to go back into the dating pool. She explained: 'It's difficult when you've been in a very high-profile relationship and then go into dating, because you have a trust issue. I certainly did. 'And I've actually been on a date where we're sitting there and I've seen him push his phone, and I thought, "I think you're recording me." Reflecting on the period when her marriage split became public, she described it as the 'most awful time' in her life 'So I just said it out, "Is your phone on? Are you recording?" And he just went, "Yeah..."' Fast forward to present day, the beauty has found a new lease of life for dating, as she described it was 'great now'. She went on to date England rugby player Danny Cipriani and has since enjoyed some other relationships out of the public eye. The TV star said: 'I am loving dating. I do long-distance relationships, which is fantastic. 'So, you know, you can send little naughty pics and you just keep it fresh. They're not there all the time, getting on your nerves. 'You know, guys are good for different things. You know, I used to have one guy and I'd think, "Oh, if only he was a little bit more fun and wanted to go out at night". 'I've got guys, you know, one likes football, one likes going out for dinner, one makes me laugh, one's good in bed, you know? Got it all. 'So that's what... I'm free. I love it, and I've never been happier.' Sex After Celebrity is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Nathan Lyon's cricket WAG wife Emma flies first class to England with $22,000 worth of accessories and $1,500 of in-flight skincare
Emma Lyon flaunted all the benefits of being a cricket WAG on Tuesday as she showed off her wealth while flying first class to England. The mother-of-one, who shares a one-year-old daughter with cricketer Nathan Lyon, was travelling to the UK to attend the World Test Championship. But as she documented her journey on Instagram, she took the time to highlight her expensive $22,000 accessories and $1,500 collection of in-flight skincare. Emma shared videos of herself cuddling up to her daughter as she arrived at the airport for her first class Qantas flight. In one clip, she could be seen holding her bub as she stood on an escalator with a black Chanel bag worth a jaw-dropping $19,230. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. She also carried a tote bag from FWRD Renew worth $3,725, for a total of $22,955 worth in accessories—but the luxuries didn't end there. Emma went on to share an inside look at her skincare bag, showing off a range of luxe products worth a total of $1,487 all up. The most expensive of the items was a 'repairing and regenerative' face cream from Biologique Recherche worth a shocking $390. She also included the full range of formulations from Rationale—Milk Concentrate ($214), Enriched Crème ($212), two Serums ($206 and $204), and Cleanser ($120). Emma also added Clarity Peptides from Medik8 ($101) to her skincare bag, as well as a $25 facemask from 111SKIN and a $15 lip balm from Lanolips. The WAG finished off her reel of content with a short clip showing her completely flawless and glowing complexion after lathering her face with the products. Her ritzy trip comes after Emma finally confirmed she and Nathan welcomed a baby girl to the world in September 2023. They made the reveal in October 2024, with Nathan now a father to three girls as he shares two children with his ex-partner Mel Waring. Emma posted two images of her daughter to Instagram at the time, captioning the photos with 'Mini me'. In one of the pictures, the youngster could be seen wearing a T-shirt which read 'daddy's girl'. There was no indication Emma was expecting prior to her daughter's birth, with the glamour couple doing an amazing job of keeping the pregnancy under wraps. She attended the 2023 Ashes tour in the United Kingdom with the rest of the Australian team's WAGs after marrying Nathan in July 2022. Emma appeared to have carefully edited photos she posted on her Instagram to avoid any shots which would give away a pregnancy. Even when spotted by paparazzi, Emma was wearing an overcoat which would have covered any tell-tale signs. The fiercely private couple also kept their engagement a secret before they were eventually married. Emma and her bowling beau's relationship began in scandalous circumstances, as they had been caught kissing in Perth in late 2017 while Nathan was still with Mel. Mel detailed their heartbreaking split in a blog post in March 2018. She said on social media her pain was 'real and deep' and recounted nights when she would lie in bed with her children and cry. 'I didn't ask for this, this wasn't the way my life was supposed to be. He was my forever, he was my whole world,' she wrote. Mel has since found love with a new man, but has not revealed his identity. Nathan and Emma started dating in 2017 and bought their Sydney home together in 2020. Rumours started to swirl that their engagement was on in 2022. That was later confirmed when Emma was spotted with a hefty ring on her wedding finger at the fourth Test against India at the Gabba.
