Isaac Yeager | Staff Writer The Rock Rapids City Council met Monday, June 10, at 5:45 p.m. to discuss matters of funding for local parks and donations to the Lyon County Ambulance service and Rock Rapids Firefighters Association.The Lyon County Parks and Rec Committee recommended the transfer of Central Lyon Elementary School playground equipment to […]
On Thursday, June 13, the Lyon County Iowa State Extension and Outreach office hosted its annual Farm Safety Day at the fairgrounds in partnership with the Central Lyon FFA. The program had 58 participants ages preschool through second grade. FFA members presented to the kids on a variety of safety topics, including grain, bicycle, PTO/tractor, […]
Interested residents encouraged to register by July 22 for hands-on interaction with Iowa’s rich natural resourcesROCK RAPIDS – Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer the Iowa Master Conservationist Program locally in Lyon County beginning Aug. 6 and continuing once every other week through Oct. 15.The program teaches adults about Iowa’s natural ecosystems, and […]
In Iowa, state law permits the discharge of fireworks from June 1 through July 8 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 10 p.m. On July 4 and the Saturday and Sunday immediately before or after July 4, the discharge time is extended to 11 p.m.However, city officials in each community can set local discharge […]
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 […]