Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor COOLEST SPOT AT THE FAIRThis youngster sits a spell under the umbrella outside the show arena with a number of sheep also taking reprieve from the warm temps. (Photo/Dominique Kooiker) The 2022 Lyon County Fair is in the books and organizers say it was as good as it’s been in […]
Local recreation Dart league at 1889 Lounge a big hit, owners Cory Warner and Sam Kruse also incorporating other activities in later summer and early fall Nathan Broek | Sports Editor 1889 co-owner and dart league player Sam Kruse takes his darts off the board after one of his attempts during dart league Monday, July […]
Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor Each year during the Lyon County Fair, the Lyon County Fair Association names a “Friend of the Fair,” recognizing volunteer efforts and contributions to the fair — before, during and after the four-day event. The 2022 Friend of the Fair recipient was no stranger to the Lyon County Fair and […]
4-H building at fairgrounds gets upgrade Dominique Kooiker | Staff Writer BUILDING REFRESH FILLS COMMUNITY NEEDVisitors take in the recently-renovated 4-H and Open Class Exhibit Building at the Lyon County Fairgrounds during the Lyon County Fair July 18-21. (Photo/Dominique Kooiker) Upon opening the door to the 4-H building at the Lyon County Fairgrounds this summer, […]
Despite lower numbers than in the past, summer class still beneficial for students who attend Nathan Broek | Sports Editor A group of ELL students gather around a turtle for a quick picture during a field trip to the Outdoor Campus in Sioux Falls this past June. It was one of many field trips the […]
Shane D. Johnson |Staff Writer Joel DeJong has been a dedicated Iowa State University Extension and Outreach employee since Nov. 1, 1981, beginning his work in Greenfield. Three years and one wedding ceremony later, DeJong and his wife moved to Woodbury County where he would spearhead the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Master Gardener […]
Dominique Kooiker | Staff Writer CHILD’S PLAY IMPROVED A new piece of playground in the Kinder Platz Park in George was made possible by the help of volunteers and a Lyon County Riverboat Foundation grant. Located along the George recreational trail on the north side of town, a small park called Kinder Platz sits tucked away, […]
Dominique Kooiker | Staff Writer NOT JUST FLOWERSTop Notch Florist in George is open for business. An open house July 16 gave the community a first look at the variety of merchandise available. The store offers home decor, memorial gifts and silk and fresh flower arrangements. (Photo/Jessica Jensen) Arranging flowers has always seemed to come […]
Rapids Chiropractic also adds new service Dominique Kooiker | Staff Writer For Dr. Ross Reynolds of Rapid Chiropractic, looking for new ways to keep people healthy and pain free is a passion. Over the past few years, Dr. Reynolds has added several new services to his practice and recently finished a remodel of the clinic. […]
38th Annual Threshing Bee goes ‘Back to the Basics’ Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor A STEP BACK IN TIME AT GRANITEThe vintage tractor displays at the 38th Granite Threshing Bee were a must-see. The annual Granite Threshing Bee, now in its 38th year, has historically drawn hundreds of people – young and old – to […]
