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Central Lyon May Term honor rolls

Jun 10, 2025 | ,

Central Lyon May Term honor rollsHigh honor rollSeventh Grade — Jair Arroyo, Briley Bosch, Brody Docker, Ellie Engleman, Tenley Freese, Connor Hoogers, Shannon Kock, Noah McMahon, Lincoln Metzger, Payton Metzger, Aiden Reiter, Braxton Remme, Sienna Struckman, Addison Teeselink, Sarah Van Aartsten, Brielle Vander Lee, Blake Vander ZeeEighth Grade — Jacob Allen, Mai’ana Avise, Dawson Axsom, […]

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Strong Windstorms – A Past and Present Problem

Jun 10, 2025 | ,

From the June 12, 1947, edition of the Lyon County Reporter: Most serious damage in the windstorm of Monday evening was done at the Vogel farm east of town. Almost all of the farm buildings, excepting the house, were either destroyed or damaged.

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Back on Track

Jun 3, 2025 | , , ,

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 […]

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Enjoying fun and fresh air on the water

Jun 3, 2025 | , ,

George business offers kayak rentalsDominique Kooiker | EditorDuring the heat of the summer, getting out on the water is a pleasant way to cool off and spend time outdoors. Kayaking is an entertaining activity the whole family can enjoy, and there are many fantastic waterways to explore in the area, such as Okoboji, Palisades, the […]

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Miss and Little Miss Rock Rapids 2025 crowned

Jun 3, 2025 | , ,

On June 1 at the Forster Community Center in Rock Rapids, new royalty was crowned. Pictured are the eight contestants for Miss and Little Miss Rock Rapids. Front, from left to right, Elaina Waletich, Kora Schar, Evelyn Van Veldhuizen (Little Miss Rock Rapids 2025), London Logan, Avery Gerloff and Amelia Ackerman. Back, Maggie McCarthy (Miss […]

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May Kids of Character

Jun 3, 2025 | , ,

Elementary students at Central Lyon are taught the school’s four core expectations of Respect All, Offer Help, Accept Responsibility and Reach Expectations (ROAR). Staff acknowledge students following those expectations by giving them “ROAR cards” to point out what they were doing well. The cards are collected in a tote near the elementary office and counted. […]

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An Almost-Summer Snowman

Jun 3, 2025 | ,

From the June 5, 1947, edition of the Lyon County Reporter: Freakish weather last Wednesday, May 28, resulted in nearly half an inch of snow falling, latest date on record for snowfall in this section of Iowa. Lynn, 6-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Merle Nystrom of Rock Rapids, dashed out and made the snowman […]

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Dakota News Now to host annual media camp

Jun 3, 2025 | ,

Local student to participate in television news production camp SIOUX FALLS, SD – Dakota News Now is preparing to welcome 10 students from across the region for a week-long introduction to television news production. Jayson Huyser, who will be heading into his senior year at Central Lyon, is attending this camp.Beginning Monday, June 2, Dakota […]

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Ukraine Update

Jun 3, 2025 | ,

Q&A with U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley Q: Why did you write to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about Ukraine?A: As a Pentagon watchdog, I’ve dedicated decades of congressional oversight to track taxpayer dollars appropriated for national defense, including military dollars assigned to help our allies. From government purchase cards to $10,000 toilet seat lids and sloppy […]

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President Trump’s ‘One, Big, Beautiful Bill’ delivers for Iowa agriculture

Jun 3, 2025 | ,

Randy Feenstra | District Representative More than a week ago, I voted to pass President Trump’s “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” which will help rebuild American manufacturing, turbocharge our economy, and deliver real tax relief for Iowa families, farmers and small businesses. As the only member of Congress serving on both the House Ways and Means […]

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