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 […]
Randy Feenstra | District Representative More than three years ago, the world watched in horror as President Biden — in conjunction with Vice-President Harris and advisors on his national security team — orchestrated the botched and disorganized withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan. This colossal failure of leadership cost the lives of 13 brave American […]
Central Lyon celebrates homecoming Dominique Kooiker | Editor The theme of Central Lyon homecoming 2024 was Candyland. Students, faculty and staff participated in a variety of dress-up days, contests, activities and more.During coronation Wednesday, Sept. 18, Matt Elbert and Alexis Austin were crowned homecoming king and queen. Captains and leaders of the football, volleyball, cross-country […]
Stephanie Reynolds Jordan Gacke Dominique Kooiker | Editor On Wednesday, Sept. 18, two Central Lyon graduates were inducted into the Central Lyon Athletic Hall of Fame. Jason Engleman, Hall of Fame committee member, introduced the newest members.Stephanie (Wibben) Reynolds“Steph is the daughter of Larry and Shawn Wibben of Rock Rapids, the wife of Dylan and […]
A NEW SIGN AT THE DEPOT The Lyon County Historical Society hosted its annual meeting Tuesday, Sept. 17 at the Little Rock Town & Country Building. The meeting covered the effects of the flood at the Rock Rapids depot museum, an update from the Friends of Blood Run and other business. The evening concluded with […]