TOP NOTCH FLORISTTop Notch Florist in George has been preparing for weeks for Valentine’s Day. Howie Luitjens, owner and floral designer, puts in many hours in the weeks leading up to Feb. 14 to make sure everything is perfect for the big day. (Photo/Dominique Kooiker)Top Notch Florist prepares for Valentine’s, warns of scamsDominique Kooiker | […]
MORE THAN A STOREThe store and office manager of ATLAS of Lyon County, Dustin Rodger, is excited about the future of the organization. He says ATLAS hopes to start several programs and get back to being more than a thrift store. One of the changes the community can expect to see soon is the Ministry […]
THE STORY OF BUDDY THE ELFIn River Valley Players’ production of “Elf the Musical,” Jake Ven Huizen, left, plays Walter Hobbs, and Brandon Lenderink, right, plays Buddy the Elf. In this musical, Buddy goes on a journey to discover where he truly belongs. The performances of “Elf the Musical” will be Feb. 24 and 25 […]
Jessica Jensen | Managing EditorKristin (Clasen) Rockhill, a Central Lyon High School graduate and current family and consumer sciences instructor and Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter advisor at West Lyon High School, was recognized as a Master Adviser at the FCCLA National Leadership Conference last year. The national award recognizes advisers who […]
JUDGING LIVESTOCKOn Saturday, Jan. 28, members of Central Lyon FFA attended the Sioux Empire Farm Show and competed in a livestock judging contest. The group placed 11th out of 35 teams. The FFA members in attendance were Matt Elbert, Trevor Dieren, Ethan Pedersen, Olivia Lyman, Mia Griesse, McKenna Hooyer, Eva Kock and Shaqita Stewart. (Photo/Submitted)Central […]
Missionary from George writes book detailing 38 years of serviceOryn and Pat Meinerts of George spent 38 years of their lives as missionaries in Cameroon, Africa. Recently, Pat wrote a book detailing their experiences entitled “Amazing Work of the Almighty God: Recounting God’s Presence in a Missionary’s Life.” (Photo/Dominique Kooiker)Dominique Kooiker | Staff WriterMany missionaries […]
Ashley Ahrendt became the new Kids Club director in October 2022. She is excited to take over this role that allows her to interact with kids of all ages. Ahrendt has worked for Kids Club 11 years. (Photo/Dominique Kooiker)Kids Club hires new directorDominique Kooiker | Staff WriterOn any given weekday, the sound of young voices […]
(Photo/Dominique Kooiker)Jessica Jensen | Managing EditorDominique Kooiker | Staff WriterThe Rock Rapids Health Centre nursing home and rehabilitation facility has closed its doors. The facility had been operating as Arboreta Health and Rehabilitation, providing skilled nursing and rehab services to residents. According to a family member of a resident, residents and families were notified by a […]
Dominique Kooiker | Staff WriterThe staff of the Lyon County Reporter newspaper were recognized in the 2023 Iowa Better Newspaper contest as part of the Iowa Newspaper Association convention on Thursday, Feb. 2. Approximately 2,500 entries in dozens of categories were judged by the North Carolina Press Association. Contest winners were announced during the awards […]
Central Lyon P.E. classes go bowlingAIMING FOR A STRIKETOP LEFT: Central Lyon student Matt Roelfs shows off his bowling skills during P.E. class at Big Daddy’s Corral Lanes in Rock Rapids Thursday, Feb. 1. Coach Toby Lorenzen introduces his classes to bowling as it is a sport they can engage in for a lifetime. (Photo/Dominique […]
