A fun idea gaining popularity on social media is the idea of a “bear hunt.” Neighborhoods across the country are joining in on the lighthearted fun that will bring a smile to the face of area youth – and adults – who are practicing “social distancing.” The concept is easy – simply place...
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Spread community cheer, join the great teddy bear hunt
Sully Ballpark Rejuvenation Project underway
The Sully Hometown Pride Committee, an affiliate of Keep Iowa Beautiful, needs your help! Thank you to those who have already helped fund the Sully Ballpark Rejuvenation Project via memorial donations, the Sully United Fund, or notice in the telephone bills. The city’s water/sewer bills sent next week will have the next fundraiser...
Co-Liners shave heads, faces in show of united support
On Friday, Mar. 13, 34 employees of Co-Line Welding Inc. of rural Sully lined up to sport a new look as a united show of support for three co-workers battling cancer. Local Co-Line employees Brad Braafhart of rural Lynnville, Brad Musgrove of rural Reasnor, and Reggie Kaldenberg of rural Sully are fighting various forms of cancer....
Farm to Table: Farm Life in Black and White…where the miracle of food begins
Below is a quick peek at the exciting events and daily happenings on the farm that have kept me busy this month!
M MARRAIGE – Plans are coming along and the countdown is moving right along! Emily took advantage of Spring Break to check some more items off the list.
Hoogeveen nears end of sixth teaching year at Nicaragua Christian Academy
Nearly six years have passed since Amy Hoogeveen first stepped foot in Nicaragua to begin her international teaching adventure there. In that time, the daughter of Phil and Barb Hoogeveen of Sully has become more accustomed to the Nicaraguan culture and grown in many ways as a teacher.
For Hoogeveen’s first three years...
L-S School Board passes resolution approving paid leave for staff during emergency leave
In special session on Thursday night, Mar. 19, the Lynnville-Sully Community School District Board of Directors met to implement a pandemic pay resolution regarding district employees.
Lynnville-Sully announced on Mar. 15 that school would be temporarily closed until Apr. 13 due to COVID-19. Later that week, it was unanimously approved...
Basketball banquets celebrate highlights from 2019-20 season
Above: L-S girls basketball team members at the girls’ banquet on Mar. 12 are, from left, front: Ellyse Merten, Reagan McFarland, Korinne Jansen, Janelle Rozendaal, Brittney Hansen, Caitlin Alberts; back: Assistant coach Jeff Corbett, Meleisha Vos, Natalie Nikkel, Haylei Routier, Cally Gibbs, Krystal Van Dyke, Mallory Loftus, and head coach Jerry Hulsing.