Q&A with U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley Q: What are “universal injunctions?”A: An injunction is a court order requiring someone to do or stop doing a specific action. Temporary restraining orders (TRO) are similar to injunctions but are short-term, unappealable orders from the court directing someone to take or not take some action until the court […]
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 agency observes Sexual Assault Awareness Month Dominique Kooiker | Editor April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and Centers Against Abuse and Sexual Assault (CAASA) is spreading awareness about its services in Lyon County. CAASA offers free and confidential services in 19 counties in northwest Iowa. Services are available to anyone at any time, regardless […]
Local runner looks back at track accomplishments Dominique Kooiker | Editor When Payton Mauldin of George was a little boy, he lived with his parents, Tim and Shauna, in a house not far from George-Little Rock High School. In the spring, when the track team would start practicing, the hustle and bustle caught Mauldin’s attention. […]
Central Lyon students make ice cream and learn about states of matter Amy Lyon | Staff Writer To celebrate the last session of Central Lyon Clover Kids, there was a sweet theme: ice cream! During their meeting April 9, students learned about states of matter and even made homemade ice cream.Sponsored by the Iowa State […]
A group of over 30 volunteers gathered at Iva Behrens’ barn west of George March 31 for a work night. Behrens’ husband, Curtis, passed away Feb. 21, and the group helped complete needed renovations he had been doing on the building. (Photo/Submitted)
Julian Timmer | Work Study Student Most people may not think too much about how their water becomes clean. Chase Bonner, a wastewater operator, just so happens to have the job in which he makes sure Rock Rapids’ water stays up to standard.Bonner grew up in Estherville but moved to Rock Rapids due to his […]
Dominique Kooiker | Editor The Central Lyon FFA Chapter celebrated its 75th anniversary at the annual banquet the evening of Tuesday, April 8. This banquet recognizes the efforts and achievements of FFA members and to show appreciation for the contributions and support of parents, community members and school faculty.Members and guests at this year’s banquet […]
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. […]
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 […]
