We had Thanksgiving at our home again. It went about the same as usual. My children and grandchildren showed up with kids and animals.
The kids were no problem. All they did was spill the gravy boat on the carpet. It made about a five-foot circle that I’m still working on today. The worst part was...
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Come celebrate with us: Hometown Press hits milestone anniversary
For the past decade, the Hometown Press has covered the happenings of our local communities and delivered the news right to your mailbox, and as times have changed, to your inbox. During those 10 years, we’ve celebrated the accomplishments of our community members and rallied around those in times of need. It has been our...
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Enjoy holiday cheer at Sully’s Christmas Celebration
The city of Sully invites all community members and guests to enjoy the holiday season together by strolling through downtown on Saturday, Dec. 7, for the 2019 Sully Christmas Celebration.
The annual event features a variety of fun and festive activities for all ages. Thirteen Sully businesses will host open houses or open their doors for...
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Light up Lynnville
All Lynnville residents are encouraged to decorate their homes this holiday season and be automatically entered into the 2019 Christmas Lighting Display Contests sponsored by the Lynnville Chamber. No sign-up is required. Judging will take place on Dec. 14. Up for grabs are Lynnville Bucks for the top three entries. First place will receive...
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Hackert awarded National American FFA Degree
Daphne Hackert, daughter of Steve and Diane Hackert of rural Sully, was awarded the American FFA Degree at the 92nd National FFA Convention in Indianapolis.
The American FFA Degree is bestowed upon a select group of students in recognition of their years of academic and professional excellence. Each recipient of the American FFA Degree received a...
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December 8 is National Brownie Day
Since my last recipe column appeared in this space a month ago, after whining about life without a stove after moving into a new home, I made the command decision to move two tasks to the top of my incredibly long to-do list. These important items were:
1) Unpack and put together the electric skillet that...
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L-S boys gear up for season with win over GMG at jamboree
In preparation for their first game of the season this week, the Lynnville-Sully varsity basketball team took part in the Montezuma Jamboree on Black Friday, Nov. 29. The Hawks played a half game (two quarters) against Green Mountain-Garwin and came out on top, 33-25, in the unofficial competition.
"It is always fun to get on the...
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