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Presenting hard work for 4-H

Jul 23, 2024 | ,

Fair static judging takes place in Rock Rapids Madalynn Van Der Weerd | Staff Intern On Thursday, July 18, 4-H members brought their projects they made to the Forster Community Center for the 4-H static project judging. The projects can be baked goods, photography, sewing, woodworking, art and more. During judging, 4-H youth had the […]

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Sweet N Sourdough Bakery

Jul 16, 2024 | , , ,

Rock Rapids women operates in-home bakeryWORKING AT HOMEEsther Zech bakes sourdough bread, treats and more from home. Those interested can make orders through the Sweet N Sourdough Facebook page. (Photo/submitted)Madalynn Van Der Weerd | InternDominique Kooiker | EditorAs Esther Zech kneads and bakes her sourdough breads each week, she is following in the footsteps of […]

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Helping animals feel and perform their best

Jul 16, 2024 | , ,

Local woman offers massage for horses, cows, dogsRELIEVING HORSE HEADACHESKally Modder of George gives her horse, Flash, a massage, working on his ears to help relieve any headaches he might have. Modder is certified in equine, bovine and canine massage. Her technique of muscular skeletal bodywork is a combination of deep-tissue massage, physical therapy, acupressure, […]

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‘Major letdown’ for fairgoers

Jul 16, 2024 | , ,

Flood damage done to Lyon County Fairgrounds, Rapid SpeedwayFLOODING AFTERMATHAfter the flooding earlier in June, the Lyon County Fairgrounds were filled with water and debris. Concrete was displaced, and one building was condemned. Due to the damage, traditional fair events were cancelled and the livestock shows were moved to the Osceola County Fairgrounds. (Photo/Dominique Kooiker)Dominique […]

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Tabernacle Baptist Church Vacation Bible School

Jul 16, 2024 | ,

Tabernacle Baptist Church in George hosted its Vacation Bible School Monday, July 8 to Friday, July 12. The theme was “The Great Jungle Journey: An Epic Cruise from Genesis to Revelation.” Vacation Bible School will includ crafts, games, snacks, lessons, singing, lunch and a skit. Kids studied the seven Cs of Christian history: Creation, Corruption, […]

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A day in the life of a fair board member

Jul 16, 2024 | ,

ALL ABOUT THE COUNTY FAIRLori Rens, pictured front left, is the Lyon County Fair Association Board secretary. She and her husband, Jerry, serve together on the board. Board members prepare for the fair throughout the year, getting things set up around the grounds, cleaning everything up and working at the fair itself. Pictured are members of […]

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Lester Friendly 4-Hers

Jul 16, 2024 | ,

Cleaning upMembers of the Lester Friendly 4-Hers spent time July 11 cleaning up around the Lyon County Fairgrounds as part of their monthly meeting. (Photo/Submitted)Lydia Zylstra | ReporterOn the morning of July 11, the Lester Friendly 4-Hers cleaned at the Lyon County Fairgrounds. They cleaned up the garden on the fairgrounds and other livestock areas. […]

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Citizens speak at Rock Rapids City Council meeting

Jul 16, 2024 | ,

Isaac Yeager | Staff WriterThe Rock Rapids City Council met Monday, July 8, at 5:45 p.m. to take a series of public comments, review the city’s floodplain management ordinance to bolster council awareness, approve a bid from SERVPRO to clean the library basement, discuss future solicitation of street repair services and approve the closure of […]

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Central Lyon School Board fills vacancy, renews contracts and policies

Jul 16, 2024 | ,

Isaac Yeager | Staff Writerisaac@ncppub.comThe Central Lyon School Board met Monday, July 8, at 5 p.m. to discuss park construction updates, repairs and upkeep to the school building, registration for next school year and the addition of Craig Wynia to the school board.With the new school year approaching, students will need to be registered for […]

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Lyon County hires new attorney, public health office needs more space

Jul 16, 2024 | ,

Isaac Yeager | Staff WriterThe Lyon County Board of Supervisors met Tuesday, July 9, at 8:30 a.m. to discuss temporary spaces for Health Services of Lyon County, a job offer to a potential new county attorney, the reappointment of Jerry Baatz and Katie Morgan and a bid for road repairs near Inwood.Health Services of Lyon […]

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