Snowmobile riders encouraged to observe safety standards

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Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer With 5 to 6 inches of fresh snow received in the area last week, more and more snowmobile riders are getting sleds ready to hit the trails with family and friends. January is Snowmobile Safety Awareness Month and members of the local...

Tow truck driver shares important reminders

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Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer Snow is falling, bringing icy roads and slippery driving conditions. Most drivers assume they will never find themselves sliding into a road ditch, so few are prepared when the moment comes.  “All too often we pull up to a car that has gone...

Papik Motors marks first year in Rock Rapids

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ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY Pictured are employees at the Papik Motors Rock Rapids location. Sean Boots, Adam Voss, Rick Reed, Justin Weidert, Rhonda Hammer and Brent Schepel welcomed the community to celebrate one year in the community. (Photo/Jennifer Kor) Jennifer Kor |...

Local MOPS group shares in motherhood

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MOPS of Lyon County Pictured are members of MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) of Lyon County. The group meets twice a month to share experiences of motherhood and support one another. Front row, left to right: Rachel Kanengieter, Stephanie Oostra, Alyssa Kruse, Erin Van...

Equipment updates highlighted at wellness center open house

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NEW FEATURES AT SANFORD WELLNESS CENTER Sanford employee, Sara Schmuck, hands a veggie cup to George Austin during the open house at Sanford Wellness Rock Rapids. The event highlighted a number of upgrades to the facility. (Photo/Jennifer Kor) Jennifer Kor | Staff...