Monthly Archives: January 2016

L-S boys down Sigourney, English Valleys

L-S boys down Sigourney, English Valleys
SIGOURNEY The Lynnville-Sully boys improved to 12-1 with a pair of victories last week. Hosting Sigourney on Tuesday, Jan. 12, the Hawks got off to a slower start offensively, but thankfully the defense played a big role and helped the L-S boys to a 49-37 victory. “We had a hard time getting things going on the offensive...
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Cody Graham shows off slithery second-grade guest

Cody Graham shows off slithery second-grade guest
Mrs. Cindy Gibbs, second-grade teacher, has welcomed many things into her classroom thanks to her adventurous students over the years. Puppies, kittens, guinea pigs, hamsters, and hedgehogs have all made appearances as memorable show-and-tell guests. Friday, Jan. 15, Gibbs chalked up a first in her teaching career when her animal-loving second-grader Cody Graham brought in...
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Huyser’s sharp shooting earns him and the LSCEF $1,000

Huyser’s sharp shooting earns him and the LSCEF $1,000
Alex Huyser of Sully drained four shots in 30 seconds during the Hawk Half-Minute Challenge at the Jan. 12 Lynnville-Sully basketball game to get the home crowd on their feet, whooping and hollering. The fast, sharp-shooting feat netted the former L-S basketball player $1,000. The contest was sponsored by Albert Terpstra and the Lynnville-Sully Community...
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Sheriff Halferty seeks reelection

John R. Halferty has announced his intention to seek his second term as Jasper County Sheriff at the November election this year. “I have been honored to serve as your sheriff,” Halferty said. “During my first term, I was fortunate to have an outstanding team of staff members who handle day-to-day operations and emergency services in...
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L-S Board approves Instructional Support Levy renewal

The Lynnville-Sully School Board met at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 18, for an Instructional Support Levy (ISL) public hearing followed by the regular board meeting. Present were board members Tim Dunsbergen, Duane Rozendaal, Tammy Vos, Steph Young, Mikayla Smith, L-S Superintendent Shane Ehresman, L-S PreK-8 Principal Teri Bowlin, technology director and dean of students...
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Small changes lead to big results in Agan’s weight-loss journey

Small changes lead to big results in Agan’s weight-loss journey
Alison Agan knows success doesn’t happen on accident; it’s the result of daily choices made. Choices like: Hitting the snooze at 4:36 a.m. or getting up for a fitness class; saving time by eating processed food, or taking time to prepare healthy meals; keeping treats stocked in the cupboard, or buying them for special occasions. Making...
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Pastor’s Pen: Pledged!

By Tom Pool, Lynnville Heart of Worship pastor Have you ever made a vow or pledge where you promised your dedication to someone or something? We can think of hundreds of opportunities of commitment where we promise to fulfill to the best of our ability. What are your goals for 2016? Whatever it may be, the...
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