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...
Randy Feenstra 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...
Q&A with Chuck Grassley Q: What was one of the top issues at your recent county meetings? A: For several years, including at my 12 county meetings in March, Iowans continue to voice their concerns about the high cost of prescription drugs. Iowans depend on...
Ava Van Dyke and Kaitlynn Beldin were selected to perform at this year’s All-State Individual Speech Festival By Malison Rentschler On Monday, March 31, two Individual Speech participants from West Lyon traveled to Cedar Falls to compete at the All-State Individual...
Nix Meemken was born on the fall day of October 7, 2006. Nix was the firstborn of Jackie Bolstad (52), and later Alex (14) joined the family. Orin (72) and Susan Bolstad (74), Nix’s grandparents, are also a very important part of their family.Nix had some good...
By Sophia Niemeyer On November 18, 2006, Jaxan Jay Huyser was welcomed into the world by his parents, Bonnie and Jordan Huyser, and his older brother, Dylan (26). Jaxan was followed later by his three younger siblings: Sidney (17), Mylie (14), and Tysan (12)....
By Kyndra Gramstad On the beautiful day of May 25, 2006, Olivia Grace Feucht, better known as Liv, blessed her family with her warm presence. She was welcomed by her parents Josh and Lyndsey and her older sister Lily, who Liv claims is the favorite child. One of the...
By Olivia Feucht Kyndra Lin Gramstad, known to many as Ken, was born on a brisk fall day of October 7, 2006. Kyndra was welcomed by her parents Kjert and Michelle Gramstad as well as her older siblings Korbyn (Amber), Jalyn, and Mallory. When she was born she stole...
Can I Pet the Dog? (Bottom to Top) Preschool students Daxton Koedam, Brooks Banister, Declan Antrim and Leo Suess pet Grace Boeke’s rescue dog, Sadie. (Photo/Submitted) All Kinds of Pets Emili Martinez Maldonado reaches out to pet Bob the painted turtle. She and her...
Welcoming Our New NHS Members New National Honor Society members, inducted Monday, March 24, at West Lyon. Bottom Row: Jonathan Leuthold, Daxtyn Metzger, Dawson Klarenbeek, Easton DeJong, Carter Metzger, Micah Van Beek. Top Row: Olivia Metzger, Erica Knapp, Lucy...
Singer and Songwriter Chloe Klarenbeek performs an original song on her guitar entitled, “Finding Myself Not Missing You,” at West Lyon’s Fine Arts Night. (Photo/Tristan Taylor) Learning the Different Cultures Madilyn Arp shows off her repurposed hand fan she...
The state of Iowa observed Severe Weather Awareness Week March 24-28. This was a joint effort between The Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and the National Weather Service.“Iowa is familiar with extreme weather and flooding. Last year, we...
Elayna Vlastuin puts together her care package at this month’s Clover Kids meeting. Each care package will be sent to different nursing homes in the county. (Photo/Tristan Taylor) Clover Kids meet for March program Tristan Taylor | Editor On Tuesday, March 25, a group...
Pictured here is the gate house at Lake Pahoja post-opening in 1974. The lake celebrated its 50th anniversary last year. Immediately behind the gate house you can notice a distinct lack of trees, which have yet to be grown at this point.
Q&A with Chuck Grassley Q: What is Sunshine Week?A: The nation’s fourth president is best known as the Father of the Constitution and is considered the defender of open government. During the anniversary week of James Madison’s birth, we honor his legacy by...
By Malison Rentschler Holden James Elshere, better known as Elshere, was born in the very first minutes (12:02 AM, to be exact) of the cold wintry day of January 17, 2007. His family includes his mom, Sarah Umsheid; dad, Scott Elshere; younger brother, Flyn (13); and...
By Sophia Niemeyer On May 19th, 2007, Luca Marie Knoblock was welcomed into the world by her parents Travis and Kathy Knoblock. She is the 5th girl out of 8 including Tyra (Brady), Kiana (Brooks; they have two kids who Luca adores: Jaelyn and Reese), Dayra (Thad),...
By Zoe Kellenberger Jackson James Doorneweerd, known as JD to most, blessed his loving parents, Curtis and Cathy Doorneweerd with his presence on December 14, 2006. Then almost two years later, his little sister, Lucy (16) stole the spotlight from him. Jackson’s role...
By Olivia Feucht Kayla Raye Jenson, also known as KK, was born on April 14, 2006. Kayla was welcomed by her parents Marc and Jennifer, along with her older sister Kortni. When Kayla was born she became what you would call “the main character” in the Jenson family, but...
Ms. Lindaman and Mr. Nobles pose with several of their students whose talents were showcased at the Fine Arts Night. By Kayla Jenson On March 25, the art and music departments at West Lyon collaborated to create a Fine Arts Night. This night featured many art projects...