Did you know that the average primary flame blowtorch burns at around 2,000 F? USFS National Technology and Development says wildland fires typically burn between 1,600 and 2,000 F. Aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, and cast iron also can reach melting points at or slightly below 2,000 F.It’s likely safe to say that parents would never […]
Interesting facts related to Independence DayAmericans celebrate Independence Day every July 4. The holiday has become synonymous with summer fun, as grand fireworks displays and backyard barbecues are integral components of many people’s July 4 celebrations.As Americans and residents of the United States prepare for some festive Fourth of July celebrations, they can keep these […]
Barbecues are part and parcel of July Fourth celebrations. Such get-togethers might be even more notable in 2024, when Independence Day falls on a Thursday. That means many people will likely be taking off on Friday, July 5, which adds another day to celebrate with friends and family around the grill this year.Opportunities to entertain […]
Download Bonnie Haviland named Citizen of the Year Dominique Kooiker | Editor Helping people is a way of life for Bonnie Haviland, who was named the 2024 Rock Rapids Citizen of the Year earlier this year. This year marks Haviland’s 35th year on the Lyon County Ambulance team. Haviland has also served as a pharmacy […]
Primrose Bistro opens for business Madalynn Van Der Weerd | Intern Dominique Kooiker | Editor On Tuesday, June 4, Primrose Market in Rock Rapids opened up its newest venture, Kitchen Bistro at Primrose Market. Owners Jayne and Cam Greenfield wanted to add to the lunch options available in Rock Rapids with something unique.“I’ve always loved […]
On to the next adventureRapid Nutrition gets new ownerDominique Kooiker | Editordkooiker@ncppub.comWhen Aimee Koedam of Inwood opened Rapid Nutrition in 2021 in Rock Rapids, she never expected her business to grow and bloom the way it did. In April of this year, Koedam sold her business to start her next adventure.Koedam opened Rapid Nutrition in […]
Tristan Taylor | Writer Dominique Kooiker | Editor On Tuesday, June 4, residents throughout Iowa went to the polls to vote in this year’s primary election, deciding on which candidates will be on the ballot for the general election in November.In Lyon County, 2,688 people cast their votes this year, which is 30.56 percent of […]
Tristan Taylor | Writer The first of many summer camps hosted by Lyon County Conservation this year began last week. The Little Laura and Native Ways camps brought out girls and boys from the area to spend some time around Lake Pahoja, learning new skills and more about the natural world around them. Both camps […]
Peace Lutheran Church in Rock Rapids hosted its Vacation Bible School Monday, June 3 to Thursday, June 6 from 8:30-11:30 a.m., ending with a program on Thursday. The theme this year was “Celebrate the Savior, Jesus Gives Us Joy.” Kids learned about five key events in the life of Jesus, as well as the love […]