The Central Lyon Middle School Band traveled to the Watchdog Marching Band competition in Beresford, SD, on Friday, Sept. 27. The band was one of 28 bands at the competition (Photo/Riva Sharples).
Elementary students at Central Lyon are taught that four core expectations are to Respect All, Offer Help, Accept Responsibility and Reach Expectations (ROAR). Staff acknowledge students following those expectations by giving them “ROAR cards” to point out what they were doing well. The cards are collected in a tote by the elementary office and counted. […]
Lyon County to implement text alert system Dominique Kooiker | Editor Good communication is key, whether it’s in a friendship, a job or with local emergency services. Thanks to a new emergency alert system, people in Lyon County will have the opportunity to be more connected than ever with what’s going on in their community.The […]
From left to right, Angie Jager, Rock Rapids Chamber of Commerce director; Curt Kruger of Premier Bank; and Micah Freese, Rock Rapids City Chief Operating Officer, stand with checks worth $200,000 for the Rock Rapids United Fund. These funds were donated from individuals and businesses such as the Rock Rapids Area Development Foundation and Premier […]
Isaac Yeager | Staff Writer The Rock Rapids City Council met Monday, Sept. 23 at 5:45 p.m. to discuss sewer updates, financial programs for the city, a grant from the state and other matters of local governance.First, Rehab Systems (which was contracted to inspect and clean the sewers) has begun inspection of the city’s storm […]
Local 4-H members are gaining life skills to become ‘Beyond Ready’The anticipation is building for this year’s National 4-H Week during which millions of youth, parents, volunteers and alumni across the country will celebrate everything 4-H. Northwest Iowa will observe National 4-H Week this year by showcasing the incredible experiences 4-H offers and highlighting the […]
For the past six years, Jerry and Lori Rens’ children, Arie, Peter and Henry, of Larchwood have either been grand champion or reserve champion in at least one window of the Beef of Merit competition at the Iowa State Fair.This is no small achievement, according to Beth Doran, beef specialist with Iowa State University Extension […]
Junior Beekeepers Logan and Lathan Van Wyhe were chosen to help beekeeper Dean Johnson show how different tools are used in the process. Lathan is pictured holding out a smoker to the currently uninhabited box. (Photo/Tristan Taylor) Lyon County Conservation hosts monthly program Tristan Taylor | Writer Lyon County Conservation’s monthly morning program, Coffee with […]
Q & A with Senator Chuck Grassley Q: How are you supporting families who are struggling with infertility?A: According to recent federal statistics, more than 13 percent of women under age 49 are affected by infertility. Coping with infertility, miscarriages and stillbirths takes a painful, emotional toll on families. I’m co-sponsoring legislation that affirms support […]
To the Citizens of Lyon County:After the primary election, the Auditor’s Office reached out to me with surprising news. Unbeknownst to me, due to the write-in process, I won the Libertarian nomination for Sheriff. I’m not a “politician,” and the election process was very difficult for my entire family. I could never imagine subjecting someone […]