Families gathered at the Inwood Aquatic Center Aug. 9 to celebrate its 10th year open with a night of free swimming. Tristan Taylor | Staff Writer It was a fun evening playing in the pool as the Inwood Aquatic Center hosted a party for its 10-year anniversary...
Social worker provides adjustment tips Dominique Kooiker | Staff Writer Preparing to head back to school can be a difficult time for many children and their families. Whether it is reluctance to give up the freedom of summer or anxieties surrounding homework and...
DOUG JISKOOTThe West Lyon administrator was recently honored as the Iowa Fine Arts Administrator of the Year. (Photo/Submitted) Tristan Taylor | Staff Writer Doug Jiskoot, West Lyon’s junior and senior high school principal, was recently honored as the Iowa Fine Arts...
MERRILL PIONEER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDOn June 26, the 19th annual Merrill Pioneer Community Hospital Benefit raised $17,812.72 for a new scholarship fund to assist Lyon County students pursuing an education in healthcare. Pictured are Brian Eben, Merrill...
Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor As students across Lyon County head back to school next week, Lyon County Sheriff Stewart Vander Stoep is reminding motorists and younger drivers to slow down, eliminate distractions and be more aware.AAA Auto Club Group is also urging...
Dr. Shawn ScholtenMental health therapist and co-director of Creative Living Center. Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor Dr. Shawn Scholten, seasoned mental health therapist and co-director of Creative Living Center, works with a variety of conditions impacting people...
Shane D. Johnson | Staff Writer The final stages of one’s life can be a difficult transition for family members and loved ones when it comes to how to handle a lifetime of collecting assets, wealth and splitting one’s life savings between a spouse and children. That...
A UNIQUE MEMORIAL GIFTLuxe on First now offers a new kind of memorial gift that can be given to those who have lost a loved one. The trays are filled with décor options from the shop as a more permanent memorial option that can be used as a centerpiece. The design...
Oaklyn Foundation launches funeral program Dominique Kooiker | Staff Writer The mission of the Oaklyn Foundation is to provide support to families who have lost a child. This summer, the organization launched a new program to assist local families in paying for...
Billie Jo SedamPrearrangement specialist at Jurrens Funeral Homes. Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor Making decisions during a time of loss is not an easy task and planning a meaningful service to honor the life a loved one involves several. From the type of service to...
FIRST-TIME RIDER FOR 50TH ANNIVERSARYKen Kerkvliet is pictured in Davenport at the conclusion of the 50th-annual Register’s Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa, or RAGBRAI, on Saturday, July 29. The ride was a first for Kerkvliet. (Top graphic and photo submitted.)...
Grace Boeke stands outside of her new mobile pet grooming trailer for her business Sunrise Spaw. The services can come straight to pets thorughout Lyon County. (Photo/Tristan Taylor) Tristan Taylor | Staff Writer A new business that is sure to give furry friends...
CHALLENGES OF DOING BUSINESSMonty Van Wyhe, right, along with Pete and Susan Van Wyhe, left, and Malachi Van Wyhe, share some of the challenges they face in their pastry production business with Gov. Kim Reynolds, center. Reynolds visited Dutchland Foods on Tuesday,...
HOW PASTRIES ARE MADEU.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, pictured right in the background, observes the production process at Dutchland Foods in Lester on Wednesday, August. 2. Monty Van Wyhe is pictured describing the process. (Photo/Jessica Jensen) Tristan Taylor | Staff...
Jolene Bruns, Melissa Klaassen and Shanah Van Beek celebrate 40 years of Bruns’ dental practice being open in Inwood. They look forward to bringing even more smiles to the community. (Photo/Tristan Taylor) Tristan Taylor | Staff Writer This July saw an anniversary for...
Gifts, screen printing and boutique clothing offered at American Hero Clothing SHOPPING LOCAL HAS ADDED BENEFITLEFT: American Hero Clothing, located at 1026 Broadway Street in Larchwood, has a wide variety of clothing, accessories and gifts available. Owner Michelle...
Tristan Taylor | Staff Writer The Inwood Aquatic Center will be hosting a pool party for the community Wednesday, Aug. 9. This will be in celebration of the pool’s 10th year of operation, having been open for just two days in 2013, Aug. 17 and 18. This free event...
Six animals at the Lake Pahoja Nature Center are in need of sponsorships. They each took part in their own mini photo shoot. Pictured here is Tank the box turtle. Tanks favorite food is cantaloupe. (Photos/Submitted Mel Harson) Tristan Taylor | Staff Writer Lyon...
Pictured are members of the West Lyon FCCLA who gathered for the organization’s national conference in Denver, Colorado, July 2-6. (Photo/Submitted Kristin Rockhill) Tristan Taylor | Staff Writer Members of the West Lyon Family, Career and Community Leaders of America...
Shopping local offers numerous benefits, advantages and bargains Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor Consumers working through rising prices of children’s school supplies and inflation can find some relief by planning for Iowa’s sales tax-free weekend Aug. 4-5 and...
