George-Little Rock advances seven groups to state speech

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Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor Despite Mother Nature wreaking havoc with rehearsal schedules, the George-Little Rock High School speech department advanced seven groups to the state large group speech festival in LeMars Feb. 8 after a strong showing at the district...

Former councilman fills city council vacancy

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Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor A vacancy on the Rock Rapids city council was created by the resignation of council member Scott Schneidermann. The council announced its intention to fill the seat by appointment. Matt Oedekoven and Rollie Vander Lee met with the...

Named to Sports Turf Managers Association board

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Brad Thedens, a 1997 Central Lyon High School graduate and Rock Rapids native, was named as the director of parks and recreation on the 2020 Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) board of directors. The announcement was made during the organization’s annual...

Lawmakers bring session highlights to constituents

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FIRST INSTALLMENT Iowa lawmakers John Wills, left, and Zach Whiting, right, kicked off the legislative forum series, Eggs and Issues in Rock Rapids Saturday, Jan. 25. (Photo/Jennifer Kor) Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer With just two weeks of the legislative session...