Central Lyon junior finds passion for acting, directing Dominique Kooiker | Editor When the house lights go down and the audience starts to hush, there is an almost tangible excitement in the air. A story is about to unfold onstage, and everyone from the audience to the actors to the stage crew can’t wait for […]
Pictured is Brandon Bosma racing his 305 sprint car at Rapid Speedway on May 30. After the 2024 flooding suspended last year’s racing season, Bosma was eager to return to his home track that has been a part of his life since he was little. (Photo/Lily Jurrens) Rapid Speedway reopens stronger than ever Amy Lyon […]
Central Lyon’s girls’ golfers stand and rep their celebratory banner and poster in honor of qualifying for the Class 2A state meet. Pictured from left to right: Lillian Jorth, Auna Koob, Brooklyn Van Holland, Cali Spiess and Kari Huygens. (Photo/Andrew Buckman)
A chapter closes, memories remain Amy Lyon | Staff Writer On May 18, 63 Central Lyon seniors officially became alumni at the commencement ceremony in the Central Lyon high school gym.This year’s program included performances of “Pirates of the Caribbean” by the high school band and “I’ll Be on My Way” by the choir. Auna […]
George-Little Rock celebrates graduation Dominique Kooiker | EditorOn Sunday, May 18, 23 George-Little Rock seniors proceeded into the George-Little Rock High School gym to the traditional “Pomp and Circumstance.” Following commencement exercises, these students left the building as George-Little Rock alumni.Senior class vice president Mya Storm welcomed everyone to the ceremony, and valedictorian and senior […]
Spring field work continues across Lyon County Dominique Kooiker | Editor Tractors and farm machinery once again dot the landscape of Lyon County as farmers return to the fields for spring planting. With several rainy days during the last week of April, farmers were able to get back out in the fields for the first […]
Local student observes Limb Difference Awareness Month Dominique Kooiker | Editor April is Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness month, and for one George-Little Rock Elementary student, the month holds special meaning. Finley Gerloff is a second-grade student at George-Little Rock and the daughter of Kayla and BJ Gerloff.Finley was born five weeks early and […]
Volunteers repair local woman’s barn Dominique Kooiker | Editor When tragedies occur or disaster strikes, the people of northwest Iowa are well-known for their kindness and generosity, banding together to support each other in times of need. Whether it’s volunteering their time to help with flood cleanup efforts or making meals for new parents or […]
Local libraries celebrate National Library Week Dominique Kooiker | Editor National Library Week is April 6-12, celebrating everything libraries have to offer. With the advent of the internet, the role of libraries has changed over the years, but local libraries still offer a plethora of resources and activities everyone can take advantage of.“The library is […]
Rock Rapids coffee shop to open April 5 Amy Lyon | Staff Writer Coffee enthusiasts rejoice, as a new coffee shop will open in Rock Rapids April 5. Hilltop Coffee Company, named to honor the history of what used to be Hilltop Café, is owned by Brooke Hunt, her daughter Addy and her silent partner […]