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How to catch a reader

Feb 6, 2024 | , , , ,

Central Lyon Elementary starts annual reading program Madalynn Van Der Weerd | Staff Intern Dominique Kooiker | Editor Each February, Central Lyon Elementary students participate in a reading program. This program rewards TK through fourth grade students for achieving certain reading goals throughout the month. The theme for this year’s reading program is How to […]

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Working for economic success in Lyon County

Jan 30, 2024 | , , , ,

Dominique Kooiker | Editor The beginning of the year is often a time for change and transitions. One transition that’s happening is the transition of the role of Lyon County Economic Development director from Steve Simons to Jen Smit. Smit started as the new director Jan. 1 of this year. The pair worked in the […]

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George-Little Rock celebrates homecoming

Jan 23, 2024 | , , , ,

Dominique Kooiker | Editor In spite of challenging weather conditions, George-Little Rock celebrated homecoming Jan. 16-19. Students, faculty and staff participated in a variety of dress-up days, contests, activities and more.During coronation Tuesday, Jan. 16, Jesus Martinez and Taryn Odens were crowned homecoming king and queen. 2023 homecoming king Brandon Van Briesen was invited to […]

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First snowstorm of the season sweeps across Lyon County

Jan 16, 2024 | , , , ,

Dominique Kooiker | Editor The first major snowstorm of the 2023-24 winter season swept through northwest Iowa Monday, Jan. 8 into the early morning hours of Tuesday, Jan. 9. Snowfall rates during the storm ranged upwards of 1 to 2 inches per hour. Rapid accumulation of 4 to 8 inches of snow was reported throughout […]

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Creating custom awards and more

Jan 9, 2024 | , , ,

American Auto Awards expands offerings in Rock Rapids Dominique Kooiker | Editor When given the opportunity to take over a business with a solid clientele and a 50-year legacy, Travis and Tara Dreke of Rock Rapids jumped at the chance. The couple bought American Auto Awards in August 2022.“American Auto Awards has been around for […]

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Busting boredom at Pahoja

Jan 2, 2024 | , , ,

Busting boredom Lyon County Conservation hosts winter activitiesDominique Kooiker | Editordkooiker@ncppub.comOn Wednesday, Dec. 27, Lyon County Conservation hosted a Winter Boredom Buster Day at the Lyon County Nature Center at Lake Pahoja Recreation Area. During this event, Emily Ostrander, Lyon County naturalist, hosted animal meet-and-greets where she fed the fish, gecko, salamander, bull snake, corn […]

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Coffee for the community

Dec 26, 2023 | , , , ,

Dominique Kooiker | Editordkooiker@ncppub.comExcitement has been brewing in Doon during the month of December. Lavonne Kelderman and her daughter-in-law, Lauren Kelderman, moved their screen-printing business, Kelderman Kustom Designs & More to a new building just south of Main Street, but the shop features more than just screen-printed shirts. This location also now boasts a coffee […]

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Decking the high school halls

Dec 19, 2023 | , , , ,

Central Lyon teachers celebrate the holidaysMadalynn Van Der Weerd | Staff Intern Dominique Kooiker | Editor As Christmas break inches closer, Central Lyon teachers and students alike get into the holiday spirit. A few high school teachers take spreading Christmas cheer seriously, engaging students in festive activities and traditions to make the season merry and […]

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Lighting up Main Street

Dec 12, 2023 | , , ,

Dominique Kooiker | Editor The holidays kicked off in George with the annual tree lighting ceremony Monday, Dec. 4. In addition to lighting the city’s tree on Main Street, several chamber businesses hosted open houses, welcoming in community members for conversations and treats.After the tree lighting, the action moved to the community center where the […]

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It Feels Like Christmas

Dec 5, 2023 | , , , ,

Parade of lights, holiday events in Rock Rapids Dominique Kooiker | Editordkooiker@ncppub.comOn Thursday, Nov. 30, the Rock Rapids Chamber of Commerce hosted a night of holiday activities to start off the Christmas season.The night began with Frontier Bank’s Holiday Open House during which a free community meal was served.The festivities continued in the Forster Community […]

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