Dominique Kooiker | Editor Nolan McGowan, recently-appointed Lyon County attorney, was arrested in Osceola County Feb. 2 and was charged with OWI (operating while intoxicated). On Feb. 27, McGowan entered a not-guilty plea in Osceola County District Court. No trial date has been set but, according to court documents, a pretrial conference has been scheduled […]
On Monday and Tuesday, March 3 and 4, Central Lyon kindergarten classes celebrated Read Across America Week. This week coincides with the birthday of children’s author Dr. Seuss and promotes literacy and reading. Five days of activities and dress-up themes were planned with each day’s theme based on one of Dr. Seuss’s books, but Wednesday […]
Randy Feenstra | District Representative Nine years ago, on Jan. 31, 2016, tragedy struck the Root family. Sarah Root, 21, who was driving home to celebrate with her family and friends after graduating from Bellevue University in Nebraska, was hit and killed by an egregiously drunk driver. Instead of answering for his crimes, Edwin Mejia […]
Brian Hilt | Lyon County Sheriff The month of February has continued to be a busy month at the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office. In this month’s S.O. Report, I will share some of the things that have taken place behind the scenes.Multiple members of the team have had the opportunity to pursue training. Three deputies […]
From the Aug. 21, 1947, edition of the Lyon County Reporter: Testing out the new fire truck for the Rock Rapids fire department down at Island Park. The new truck was purchased for $5,992. With the other fire truck owned by the city, Rock Rapids now has fire equipment the equal of any small city […]
Central Lyon/George-Little Rock football’s coaching staff stands around Central Lyon AD Dan Kruse. Pictured from left to right: Grant Engel, Keith VanBeek, Dwayne Postma, Dan Kruse, Geoff Kruse, Curtis Eben, Mitch Lupkes, Garrett Sayler. (Photo/Courtesy of Curtis Eben) Central Lyon/George-Little rock football CL athletic director earns award for support, work with CL/G-LR football Andrew Buckman […]
Central Lyon celebrates its state tournament qualification at center court in Estherville following a regional final win over West Fork. Find that story on page 10 of this issue. The Lions advanced to their fourth consecutive 2A bracket with the victory. (Photo/Andrew Buckman)
New cosmetologist starts at Trendz Salon Dominique Kooiker | Editor Doing hair, makeup and nails for herself and her friends has long been a passion for Maggie Bus. Now, Bus has joined Trendz Salon in Rock Rapids as a cosmetologist, much to the excitement of owner Brenda Jepsen.“Brenda has always done my hair, and she […]
JOHNSON SPACE CENTER DESIGN COMPETITION Central Lyon science teacher Bill Allen took five students on an educational trip to Houston, Texas, Feb. 5-10. Front, left to right, Ana Wood, Julian Dillard and Lillian Jorth. Back, Aiden Allen, Blake Henrichs and Bill Allen. (Photo/Submitted) Central Lyon students compete at NASA Amy Lyon | Staff Writer Designing […]
Central Lyon Middle School jazz band wins district contest Dominique Kooiker | Editor On Monday, Feb. 19, the Central Lyon Middle School Jazz Band competed at the district jazz band contest in Le Mars. Out of six bands in the class, the Central Lyon Middle School Jazz Band placed first, winning the contest.The Central Lyon […]
