Lydia Zylstra | Reporter On Thursday, June 13, the Lester Friendly 4-Hers had a meeting. Before the meeting started, the members toured Rosie’s Boutique and Seven Sisters Boutique in Rock Rapids. Then they came back to Lester and their meeting was called to order by...
COMMUNITY FOUNDAITON OF LYON COUNTY GRANT RECIPIENTS On Tuesday, June 11, the Community Foundation of Lyon County had its biennial grant ceremony at Frontier Bank in Rock Rapids. Pictured are representatives of local nonprofits that were awarded grants. Front, left to...
Interested residents encouraged to register by July 22 for hands-on interaction with Iowa’s rich natural resourcesROCK RAPIDS - Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer the Iowa Master Conservationist Program locally in Lyon County beginning Aug. 6 and...
4.0 Honor RollSeventh Grade – Aubry Erpenbach, Brecken Mogler, Emersyn Moser, Arie Rens and Hannah SnydersEighth Grade – Trenton Anderson, Taya Christie, Jessa Ciesielski, Kylie Hickman, Alexa Knoblock, Rowyn Knoblock, Matthew Moser and Joeli Van BeekNinth Grade –...
In Iowa, state law permits the discharge of fireworks from June 1 through July 8 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 10 p.m. On July 4 and the Saturday and Sunday immediately before or after July 4, the discharge time is extended to 11 p.m.However, city officials in each...
Did you know that the average primary flame blowtorch burns at around 2,000 F? USFS National Technology and Development says wildland fires typically burn between 1,600 and 2,000 F. Aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, and cast iron also can reach melting points at or...
Americans celebrate Independence Day every July 4. The holiday has become synonymous with summer fun, as grand fireworks displays and backyard barbecues are integral components of many people’s July 4 celebrations.As Americans and residents of the United States...
Barbecues are part and parcel of July Fourth celebrations. Such get-togethers might be even more notable in 2024, when Independence Day falls on a Thursday. That means many people will likely be taking off on Friday, July 5, which adds another day to celebrate with...
Mountains of vegetables During their trip to Alaska, West Lyon students visited VanderWeele Farms, one of the largest farms in the state. The students pose with farmer Roger VanderWeele (right) in front of a large pile of potatoes. (Photo/Submitted) Picking some...
LEAVING RAPID NUTRITION IN GOOD HANDS Aimee Koedam of Inwood started Rapid Nutrition in Rock Rapids in November 2021. After over two years of operation, Koedam has sold the business to Kaleb Lindsey-Stevens of Sioux Falls. Koedam plans to move to Florida with her...
Stewart Vander Stoep and Brian Hilt Tristan Taylor | Editor Dominique Kooiker | Editor On Tuesday, June 4, residents throughout Iowa went to the polls to vote in this year’s primary election, deciding on which candidates will be on the ballot for the general election...
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Troy Puterbaugh, Cameron Lucas and Amanda Lucas celebrate Cameron’s birthday at Lake Pahoja during the annual Kiwanis Kids’ Fishing Day Saturday, June 8. (Photo/Madalynn Van Der Weerd) FISHING FOR FUN At the Kiwanis Kids’ Fishing Day, Emmet Schar...
Canton-Inwood Area Health Foundation recently announced $36,053.99 has been awarded through the Heart of the Community grant program for 2024.Recipients include Canton Good Samaritan Society, Canton Inwood Area Youth Organization, Canton Rotary Club, City of Canton,...
In an effort to support the future of health care, Canton-Inwood Area Health Foundation awards scholarships annually to deserving students who are pursuing an education in health care. The 2024 Health Care of Tomorrow Scholarships have been awarded to Arthur Benoit,...
To the editor,I am a long-time resident of Des Moines and a member of Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement. I’m very concerned about our water supply and water allocation process. This process needs to balance the needs of all water users in this state, not just...
FACE PAINTING FUN Emery Snyders gets a butterfly painted on her cheek at Alvord’s city park. West Lyon students came out to do face paintings during Alvord Day this last weekend. (Photo/Tristan Taylor) Jumping for it As part of this year’s Alvord Day, a sand...
WAVING THE CHECKERS Bronson Bruns waves the checkered flag after winning a feature at Plessis Motor Speedway. Bronson and his brother Davian enjoy going fast. The drive to win keeps pushing them to improve each race. (Photo/Submitted) Isaac Yeager | Staff Intern...
Lincoln Ostrander, Owen Lems and Eli Bloemendaal show off their catch from their handmade fishing pole. They took part in this and other fun events during the Native Ways summer camp. (Photo/Tristan Taylor) Tristan Taylor | Editor The first of many summer camps hosted...
THEY’D RATHER BE SHINY Johnalin Schipper, Carter Greve and Juliette Johnson practice the song “Shiny” during “Moana Jr.” rehearsal Tuesday, May 28. The RVP Junior production of “Moana Jr.” will be presented June 12, 13 and 14 at 7 p.m. in the Forster Auditorium at...
The Inwood Aquatic Center opened its doors for the season Wednesday, May 29. Plenty of people came out to enjoy some fun at the pool while summertime temperatures continue to go higher. (Photo/Tristan Taylor)