West Lyon class of 1979 attended their 45th class reunion at the GreenRail in Hills Minnesota. (Photo/Submitted Kyle Knobloch)
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Helping our community after tragedy
All hands on deck In the wake of the floodings faced by Lyon County and surrounding areas, Inwood Christian School opened up its gym for use by Manna Market Food & More Pantry. Pictured are some of the volunteers sorting through and packing donated clothes....
Larchwood Family Days are almost here
Tristan Taylor | Editor The residents of Larchwood is busy preparing for the annual Larchwood Family Days celebration, which is only a little over a week away! This year’s festivities will be from Thursday, July 11 through Sunday July 14.Family Days festivities kick...
‘Different … but OK’
MEETING WITH THE FAIR BOARD Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig shakes hands with Jerry Rens, Lyon County Fair board member from Larchwood, at the Lyon County Fairgrounds in Rock Rapids Tuesday, June 25. Naig visited Lyon County and the fairgrounds to assess the...
Governor issues disaster proclamation, visits Rock Rapids
ASSESSING THE DAMAGE On Monday, June 24, Gov. Kim Reynolds visited Rock Rapids with Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg, U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra, State Senator Jeff Taylor and the governor’s cabinet. Pictured is Reynolds, center, and the group looking over damage to the grandstands...
Arts and crafts in Inwood
Creativity in Motion The 605 Magic Art Bus came to the Inwood Library as part of the library’s summer reading program. Along with the many other activities available, those in attendance were given the chance to draw on the side of the Art Bus itself. (Photo/Tristan...
Mini Critters go bird watching
Going bird watching During the Mini Critters camp at the Lyon County Nature Center, the campers went on a scavenger hunt to find different birds. Lydia Zylstra, left, holds up a plush blue jay for the kids and parents to see. (Photo/Tristan Taylor) Tristan Taylor |...
Lyon County Board of Supervisors discusses flood relief, Office of Public Health relocated
Isaac Yeager | Staff Writer The Lyon County Board of Supervisors met Tuesday, June 25, at 8:30 a.m. to discuss current flood relief efforts, future flood preparation, changes to the board of compensation and relocation of the county engineer and public health...
Sioux Rivers Mental Health to provide services in wake of flood
In light of the recent devastating floods, torrential rains and tornados that have impacted area communities, Sioux Rivers Mental Health and Disability Service Region (Sioux, Lyon, Plymouth, O’Brien, Emmet and Dickinson counties) is urging residents to prioritize...
Avoid scams following disasters
Storm Lake – You may receive a recorded call promising a government grant, flood insurance or help with applications for assistance. Do not respond or provide personal information or payment to these callers. They may be scams trying to get your credit card or...
Iowa Utilities Board gives Summit Carbon Solution power of eminent domain
The Iowa Utilities Board has ruled away property rights to a private for-profit company, Summit Carbon Solutions, so it can build its CO2 pipeline through Iowa to a CO2 landfill in North Dakota. The only saving grace is that two of the three-member board insisted on a...
Blood drives scheduled to support summer need
Community Blood Bank partners up to host community blood drives that will strengthen the local supply throughout the summer months. Residents are asked to consider donating blood in the weeks ahead with an opportunity to give blood at the follow blood drives: Monday,...
The storm of the decade
Derailment near Alvord Early in the morning Friday, June 21, a BNSF train derailed south of Alvord. No injuries were reported and, while no official cause has been given, it is suspected by be caused by the flood waters. (Photo/Submitted) Under Water The fishing pier...
A calling across the seas
OVER A DECADE OF SERVICE Lisa Yunker has spent the last 12 years living in Cambodia, working with disabled children to help keep them with their families. She is currently back home on furlough for the next few months, and hopes to share were story with the community....
A passion for helping others
NEW PROVIDER AT AVERA KaraLynn Kuhn, PA-C, is the newest provider at Avera Merrill Pioneer Community Hospital in Rock Rapids. Kuhn works in primary care in the clinic. She sees a vast range of conditions, ranging from chronic medical conditions to preventative care,...
Learning about the earth
Brand new collection Treasure Hunter campers show off the rock boxes they had painted. After learning about the different types of rocks, they filled their boxes with different rocks around the Lake Pahoja area. (Photo/Tristan Taylor) Tristan Taylor | Editor The Lyon...
Inwood City Council yet to reach community center insurance settlement
Isaac Yeager | Staff Writer The Inwood City Council met on Monday, June 10 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the insurance claim on damage to the community center, building permit regulations, Fourth of July planning and other matters of local governance, maintenance and...
All about our furry friends
Pet Show Jovi Van Egdom shows off her pet dog to follow campers at the Fuzzy Furry Friends camp. The two-day camp ended off with a pet show where the campers could bring in their own furry friends. (Photo/Submitted Emily Ostrander) Tristan Taylor | Editor The Fuzzy...
A magical afternoon in Larchwood
Amazed by magic Miles Stensland assists magician Curtis Hed during his magic show at Larchwood City Hall. Holding an apple wrapped in a napkin, Stensland looks in wonder as the apple suddenly produces a red scarf. (Photo/Tristan Taylor) Tristan Taylor | Editor The...
Additional $10 Million in FY24 Infrastructure Funding Approved for Lewis & Clark
Brings Total Infrastructure Funding to $152.5 Million Over Three YearsThe Bureau of Reclamation announced today the Lewis & Clark Regional Water System (L&C) will receive an additional $10 million in FY24 from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). This is...
