Tristan Taylor | Staff Writer What do you think of when asked to picture what a place of learning looks like? For most people, it’s fairly straightforward – a school classroom, filled with desks and chairs for students, surrounded by books, posters writing utensils,...
This group of students, above, and this second-grader, at right, were excited to show off the pumpkins they selected. (Photos/Jessica Jensen and Tristan Taylor) Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor A perfect fall day on Thursday, September 29 made for a great afternoon...
HOMECOMING ROYALTY Members of the 2022 homecoming court at West Lyon High School are pictured. Front row, left to right: Camden Kruse, king Bradley Balster, queen Madeline Johnson, Keatyn Lorenzen. Back row, left to right: Ryer Crichton, Evan Faber, Gunner Grems,...
Dominique Kooiker | Staff Writer Virtual doctor visits may sound like a thing of the future, but Avera Medical Group in Rock Rapids and George have been providing this service for years. Telehealth at Avera is providing healthcare remotely so a doctor in Sioux Falls...
CHANGES AND GROWTH AHEADThe facilities at Dutchland Foods in Lester have continued to change and evolve over the past three decades, just as the business and the products they produce have. A recent addition will include a production floor, offices and more....
Lyon County Conservation provides opportunities to enjoy nature HOME BASE FOR ALL THINGS CONSERVATIONThe Lyon County Conservation Nature and Education Center located at Lake Pahoja Recreation Area in western Lyon County houses the offices of conservation staff as well...
SPEAKING TO THE SENATORMikayla Leuthold (right) explains her graphic design job to Sen. Joni Ernst. Ernst visited Simply Said, owned by Brad and Michelle Leuthold, in Rock Rapids Aug. 29 as part of her 99-county tour through Iowa. (Photo/Dominique Kooiker) Dominique...
MICHAEL HENNINGTherapist Michael Henning provides mental health care in the Central Lyon, George and West Lyon schools. Henning is a therapist with Creative Living Center, which is based out of Rock Valley and is the designated regional mental health provider for Lyon...
Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor Running enthusiasts strap on their running shoes for a variety of reasons — exercise, stress relief, competition, enjoyment and more. A 5k run/walk, hosted by the Inwood Recreational Trail Committee Saturday, Sept. 10, has another...
Lyon County farmer inducted into Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame HALL OF FAMERAlvin Smidstra of Rock Rapids was inducted into the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame during the Iowa State Fair. Smidstra has been involved with 4-H in Lyon County for more than three decades, serving as a fair...
Chud’s Pub and Grub coming soon Chud’s Pub and Grub will be opening later this year and will offer a family-friendly atmosphere in Larchwood. Kellie and Dan Stark are busy transforming the former MT Closet building into a restaurant. Owning a restaurant is something...
Local food pantry thrives on donations The Inwood Food Pantry located at the Healing Room helps provide food and other needs to people, not only in Inwood but the surrounding communities. The food pantry relies on donations to keep the shelves full for those in need....
Village of Lester celebrates Family Fun Day These youngsters represented Tri-State Custom Hay of Larchwood with a smile and a wave to the parade crowd. Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor With a full slate of activities for the annual Lester Days celebration Friday,...