Growth and Decay Pictured here is the hill directly across from the Lyon County Nature Center, which has been recently burned by conservation members. Naturalist Dayton Buntjer explained during the monthly Coffee with Conservation program that they do it to help stimulate growth in these areas, specifically flowers on this hill, and get rid of […]
Dominique Kooiker | Editor A few years ago, the staff of Last Call Saloon in George saw a need they wanted to fill: a weekly senior meal that brought members of the community together.“This is designed as a time for good food and friendships — new and old,” said Carola Vivian of Last Call Saloon.The […]
The Central Lyon School District will be conducting ISASP (Iowa Assessments) for all students in grades 3-11 during the week of April 7-11. If students who are homeschooled would like the opportunity to take the test, parents should contact the school directly on or before Monday, March 31. If choosing to test, students will have […]
Volunteer blood donors do more in one hour than most people will do in their entire lives. They are true heroes for people facing heart surgery, cancer, organ transplants and other critical health conditions that require lifesaving blood transfusions.A blood drive will take place at the George Community Room, 115 S. Main St., April 8 […]
During the week of March 10-15, 10 Iowans joined more than 50 landowners and advocates from eight states traveled to Washington, D.C., to urge their members of Congress to cut the wasteful 45Q U.S. federal tax credit program that underpins the Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) industry, and associated CO2 pipeline projects.Iowans met in-person with […]
JOHNSTON – Each year, Iowa Corn offers Future of Ag Scholarships to young aspiring corn growers and supporters from across the state. Eighteen $1,000 scholarships were awarded in 2025 with two scholarships going to each of the nine corn districts. The scholarships are split evenly, with nine going to high school seniors entering their first […]
Randy Feenstra | District RepresentativeDomestic energy production is a critical component of both our short- and long-term economic growth, bolsters our national security, and strengthens our international competitiveness. From getting to work and heating and cooling homes to keeping the lights on and growing crops, our families, farmers, businesses, manufacturers and many other sectors of […]
Peek into the Past From the June 5, 1947, edition of the Lyon County Reporter: This 1928 Chevrolet truck looks like a winner in the contest for the oldest Chevrolet in the county, being carried on by the Chevrolet company and their dealers here, Kooiker Chevrolet Sales Co. This 1928 truck is owned by Farmers […]
George-Little Rock hosts FFA banquetDominique Kooiker | Editordkooiker@ncppub.comOn Thursday, March 20, the George-Little Rock FFA chapter hosted its annual awards banquet. This banquet recognizes the achievements and efforts of FFA members and notes appreciation for the contributions and support of parents, community members and school faculty. Before the awards ceremony, members and guests enjoyed a […]
COMPETING AT THE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP On Saturday, March 8, Central Lyon’s LEGO Lions competed at the South Dakota State FIRST LEGO League State Championship. Pictured is the LEGO Lions team going over objectives with the referee. Left to right, Maddox Wissink, Micah Borman, the referee and Brody De Groot. (Photo/Tristan Taylor) PUTTING THE ROBOT THROUGH […]