Buena Vista University students include from left Evan Pearce, Daniel Zeman, Ashley Stueven, Megan Shannahan, Cameron Germain, and university director of bands, Dr. Kyle Norris. (Photo/Submitted)STORM LAKE, IA — Ashley Stueven of George was one of five Buena Vista University students selected to participate in the 28th annual Iowa Collegiate Honor Band.The two-day event took […]
Dana Dykhouse began term Jan. 1SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Sanford Health recently announced First PREMIER Bank CEO Dana Dykhouse has been elected to serve on its board of trustees. Dykhouse began his term Jan. 1.Sanford Health trustees are elected by the full board and currently serve up to three three-year terms. The board of trustees’ […]
SIOUX CITY, IA–The Community Foundation of Lyon County, an affiliate of the Siouxland Community Foundation, is accepting grant applications from 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and units of local government. Grant criteria and the online application can be found at www.siouxlandcommunityfoundation.org under the affiliates tab. The deadline for submitting an online application is March 15.“We encourage nonprofits […]
Start the new year rightAvera recommends prioritizing cancer screenings in JanuaryAt the beginning of the New Year, it’s natural to consider health improvements. Nothing puts your well-being in the spotlight better than scheduling essential cancer screenings.Screenings aid in the early identification of abnormal cells or tumors. Detecting cancer earlier often lets your care team take […]
At the beginning of the year, the City of George welcomed newly-elected city council members Kris Hamilton, BJ Gerken and Derek Storm. They join re-elected mayor Bill Sprock and current city council members Bob Gruis and Carola Vivian. Pictured front, left to right, are council members Carola Vivian, Kris Hamilton, BJ Gerken. Back, Bob Gruis, […]
Iowa will be holding its caucus on January 15, 2024. Even though all of the Republican Presidential candidates have their own special attributes, I will be casting my ballot for Ron DeSantis.Ron served as a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy and was active in service to our country from 2004-2010. He was deployed to […]
Letter to the editorJames 3:13 states “Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth.”Please prayerfully consider whether the candidate you […]
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services and Iowa Department of Education recently announced they will continue to support Iowa children eligible for food assistance year-round by enhancing and expanding already existing childhood nutrition programs and have notified the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that Iowa will not participate in the 2024 Summer Electronic […]
Robin Opsahl | Iowa Capital DispatchU.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra announced Wednesday, Dec. 20, he will seek reelection for a third term representing Iowa’s 4th Congressional District.The Hull Republican asked for Iowans’ support in electing Republicans to serve in Washington, D.C. — both in U.S. Congress and the White House.“Now more than ever, we need strong […]
OP-EDMike Naig | Iowa Secretary of Agriculture2023 marked 100 years since the Iowa Legislature created the position of Iowa Secretary of Agriculture. In that time, 15 different Iowans have had the opportunity to lead the talented team at the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. Though much has changed since 1923, one thing has […]
