Monthly Archives: August 2014

Fopma family to sell first crop of nutrient-rich fruit

Fopma family to sell first crop of nutrient-rich fruit
With a nickname like “super berry,” it’s no wonder the Aronia berry is growing in popularity. The fruit, which contains the most antioxidants of all fruits, is relatively new to the market. But thanks to the Fopma Aronia Berry Farm just north of Sully, local access to purchasing the berries is just a short drive away. After...
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Local emergency medical technicians answer the critical call

Nobody wants to make an emergency call to 911, but if such services are needed, it’s reassuring to know there are trained and willing volunteers in the community ready to serve during critical times of crisis. The Sully Fire and Ambulance Department boasts 15 certified emergency medical technicians (EMTs) on staff who respond in times of...
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“To Sir, With Love”

“To Sir, With Love”
Travelers entering the east side of Lynnville on Hwy. F62 will be greeted with a large American flag emblazoned on the side of John and Bennie Smalldridge’s barn located on their picturesque property on the edge of town. The mural was recently completed “in between raindrops,” said the artist and painter, John Forbus of Illinois....
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Resurfacing T22 ‘Killduff road’ underway

Resurfacing T22 ‘Killduff road’ underway
Road closed signs are up on T22, the “Killduff road.” The Jasper County Supervisors approved the resurfacing contract on Tuesday, Aug. 5, and the contractor, Manatt’s, was ready to come in right away. “The project consists of milling three inches of existing asphalt off T22 from S. 44th Ave. E. south to F-62 and then placing...
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Veterans from Pella visit Freedom Rock

Veterans from Pella visit Freedom Rock
Friday, Aug. 8, a group of veterans (some with local ties) were brought by Hearthstone of Pella to see the Jasper County Freedom Rock in Sully. They are from left: Leo Vande Krol, Geurt Van Sant, Harold Hoksbergen, Bill Hinga, and Galen Dykhuis. Pavers honoring veterans are being placed in the rock area as they...
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Area residents at the Iowa State Fair

Aaron Vande Krol, 14, of Lynnville, performed a magic act in the Bill Riley Talent Search at the Iowa State Fair on Aug. 10. Heather Young of Sully received ribbons in the junior division of the Adventureland Resort Food Contest held Wednesday, Aug. 6, prior to the start of the 2014 Iowa State Fair. The division...
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Water infiltration plan approved by Lynnville Council

The Lynnville City Council met in regular session on Monday, Aug. 11, at Lynnville City Hall. Mayor Kelly Bryan called the meeting to order and led the attendees in “The Pledge of Allegiance.” Council members Rahn Savage and Kevin Arment were absent. Guests included Faye Brand and Glenn Lewis. Bryan reported that Arment has taken another...
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