By Morgan Meyer Nolan, born in Luverne, is the son of Brad and Stephanie Baker. He has two siblings, an older sister, Emma, and a little brother, Evan.During high school, Nolan’s favorite part is seeing his friends every day. This is also something he will miss the most about high school. One of Nolan’s favorite […]
By Darlyn Vasquez Kalli Dreke was born to her parents Travis Dreke and Allison Schneidermann on July 27th, 2006. Her other family members include her stepmom Tara Dreke, stepdad Craig Schneidermann, her younger sister, Elise Dreke, and her three dogs: Angel, Sophie, and Gunner.In three words, Kalli would describe her senior year as sad, exciting, […]
Trevor Dieren was born in Sioux Falls to parents Stacy and Todd Dieren. He has one older sister, Paige.Trevor has been active throughout the past years in 4-H, RCYF, FFA, FCA, and chess club, along with all the sports he participates in. In fact, Trevor’s favorite memories of high school include playing sports with his […]
By Gabrielle Rasmussen “Not all positive change feels positive in the beginning.”This quote by S.C. Lourie is a favorite of Sara Catherine Bjerke, who was born in Sioux Falls to Connie and Chad Jansma. She has one sister, Brooklyn, and one brother, Eli.Immensely involved in activities, Sara is a part of volleyball, track, softball, basketball […]
Madalynn Van Der Weerd | Staff Intern On Feb. 5, the Central Lyon “Roaring” jazz choir went to the state contest in Sheldon. The choir earned a Division II (Excellent) rating. The jazz choir has three returning members from last year and 15 new members.Gabrielle Rasmussen is a senior at Central Lyon. She is one […]
Dominique Kooiker | Editor In a world driven by deadlines and routines, some creative individuals find solace in creating passion projects. One such creative individual was Alan Huber of Rock Rapids. He kept his passion project, a book entitled “Titan Song,” a secret for many years, only revealing the book to his wife, Maria, when […]
GETTING JAZZY Jacob Van Aartsen plays his saxophone at the MOC-Floyd Valley Middle School Jazz Festival Feb. 13. (Photo/Katie Kelderman) PLAYING THE BLUES Rhya Kelderman plays her solo at the MOC-Floyd Valley Middle School Jazz Festival Feb. 13. (Photo/Katie Kelderman) CENTRAL LYON MIDDLE SCHOOL JAZZ BAND Central Lyon’s middle school jazz band gets ready to […]
Dominique Kooiker | Staff Writer On the evenings of April 10, 11, 12 and 13, the Otter Valley Country Club Dinner Theater will present “Caught in the Act.” The meal will be served at 5:30 p.m. each night.Ever wonder what really makes a theater tick? Is it good acting? Good writing? Maybe good management? Wrong! […]
Dominique Kooiker | Editor On Saturday, Feb. 24, Central Lyon and George-Little Rock High Schools sent students to compete in the district individual speech contest at MOC-FV. Central Lyon had 17 students compete in 21 events with 18 entries receiving I ratings. These students will compete at the state individual speech contest in Carroll Saturday, […]
Madalynn Van Der Weerd | Staff Intern The Lyon County Conservation Foundation hosted a “Wok on the Wildside” pasta bar for a freewill donation Thursday, Feb. 29, at the Forster Community Center in Rock Rapids.Participants could pick their own sauce, toppings and noodles for their pasta. Then they watched their food get made in front […]