Reflections Salon opens 24-hour tanning salon Dominique Kooiker | Editor Those looking to get a tan now have an option available to tan whenever it is convenient for them at Reflections Salon and Tanning in Doon. Owner Larae Vander Brink has opened a 24-hour tanning salon at her facility to accommodate those who might not […]
G-LR FFA teaches students about bees Dominique Kooiker | Editor The faintest signs of spring are in the air, and the George-Little Rock FFA Chapter spread some spring cheer to the sixth-grade class March 26 with a program all about bees. FFA members taught the sixth graders about what beeswax is used for, what a […]
Randy Feenstra | District Representative Opening new export markets for Iowa farmers increases demand for our agricultural commodities and puts more money into the pockets of our producers. This is an especially important mission after four years of indifference and inaction under the Biden administration when President Biden failed to negotiate a single new trade […]
Brian Hilt | Lyon County Sheriff Dear Lyon County,Greetings again from the men and women of the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office. Winter has now passed, and we look forward to spring here in Lyon County.Though only mentioning them briefly, the change in seasons occasions a few reminders. First, be attentive to the possibility of severe […]
Local jazz bands look back at their year Madalynn Van Der Weerd | Staff Intern The Central Lyon and George-Little Rock jazz bands are wrapping up their seasons. The jazz bands practice and compete at several competitions throughout the year with the hopes of advancing to the state competition. Although neither band qualified for state […]
Rock Rapids coffee shop to open April 5 Amy Lyon | Staff Writer Coffee enthusiasts rejoice, as a new coffee shop will open in Rock Rapids April 5. Hilltop Coffee Company, named to honor the history of what used to be Hilltop Café, is owned by Brooke Hunt, her daughter Addy and her silent partner […]
CELEBRATING TWO DECADES OF BANKING Rick Attig, vice-president of Security Savings Bank, retired Monday, March 31. Attig worked for 21 years at the George location as an agriculture, commercial and consumer lender. He enjoyed forming relationships with his coworkers and customers, and he looks forward to having more free time to spend with family. (Photo/Dominique […]
First Reformed to offer GriefShare Dominique Kooiker | Editor Grief can way heavy upon the heart, and oftentimes it can manifest in unexpected ways. Walking through grief is not easy, but First Reformed Church of Rock Rapids is hosting a support group to provide support and tools for those dealing with grief. The GriefShare program […]
