NEW DIRECTOR AT YOUTH FOR CHRIST Jessica Van Roekel of Alvord started as the new Rock Rapids Youth for Christ director in December 2024. Youth for Christ is a nonprofit organization designed to introduce students to Jesus Christ and connect them with a local church....
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Snowy Transformation
WINTER AT THE COURTHOUSE The Lyon County Courthouse lawn in Rock Rapids looked pristine after the latest snowfall Wednesday, Feb. 12. (Photo/Dominique Kooiker) FUN IN THE SNOW A girl jumps off a snow pile in Rock Rapids while two boys look on. The children climbed the snow pile after Central Lyon dismissed Wednesday, Feb. 12. […]
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A Lifetime of Love
George couple celebrates 70 years of marriage Dominique Kooiker | Editor Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love. Whether it’s showing friends and classmates appreciation with colorful messages and candy or taking that special someone out for a nice meal, this chilly day in February is a time to warm hearts.For Marlyn and Ethel […]
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Overcoming disaster
Rapid Auto Repair opens doors to new location Amy Lyon | Staff Writer The unprecedented flooding of June 2024 destroyed countless homes and buildings throughout northwest Iowa. One victim of the record-setting devastation was Rapid Auto Repair in Rock Rapids. Nevertheless, with community support and a sense of resilience, owner Mike Klarenbeek pushed through the […]
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For the of dogs
Canine Creations offers dog grooming in Doon Dominique Kooiker | Editor There are many dog-lovers in the world, but Jenna Mantel of Doon has taken her love of dogs to a new level and has made working with canines her job. In April 2024, Mantel opened Canine Creations, a dog-grooming business.“I’ve really loved dogs my […]
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Building Creativity
Amy Lyon | Staff Writer The Rock Rapids Public Library continues to come up with ways to encourage people of all ages to step inside. The newest endeavor is none other than Lego Club. All students in first through fourth grade are invited to Lego Club at the library every Wednesday from 3-4 p.m.The idea […]
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Celebrating local history through art
Cooperative Farmers Elevator is home to new murals Dominique Kooiker | Editor Honoring the past while beautifying the community of Rock Rapids is the goal of the Rock Rapids Mural Society. The society recently dedicated its 37th mural, “Percheron Horses at Lakewood Farm” by Megan DeJong. This mural, which was completed Thanksgiving weekend, hangs on […]
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Honored to have served his community
FORTY YEARS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT On Tuesday, Dec. 31, Sheriff Stewart Vander Stoep of Doon retired from his career of 40 years in law enforcement. He worked at the Sioux Center Police Department for a year and a half, from July 1984 to October 1985. In 1985, Vander Stoep began working at the Rock Rapids […]
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We wish you a Merry Christmas
Brenda Jepsen Christmastime is a time for joy and celebration. Around this time each year, many reflect on memories of Christmases past as they carry on cherished holiday traditions. Lyon County Reporter staff asked members of the community to share their favorite Christmas memories and traditions in order to spread the holiday cheer.The staff also […]
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Donate for discount
BOUTIQUE WITH A PURPOSE Steph Roozenboom, left, and Jess Drewes, co-owners of All Things Renewed in Rock Rapids, stand by their Christmas tree where they are collecting donations of basic essentials for Genesis House, which provides faith-based housing support for women and children impacted by homelessness and domestic violence. By donating items like all-purpose cleaner, […]
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