The end of the school year is typically marked with class picnics, fun activities, and the traditional elementary staff tunnel of high fives on the last day of school. But, like most events in the last few months, those traditions were not possible given the school has been closed since Mar. 15 due to COVID-19.
Searsboro native spends nearly 50 years in education
We've caught up with Bryce Fopma, who grew up on the family farm near Searsboro. Now living in Sioux Falls, SD, Fopma is enjoying retirement after 48 years in education.
Tell us about your Lynnville-Sully roots
I am the firstborn child...
Updated L-S prom, graduation information release
June 20 promenade will not be sanctioned by the school, outdoor graduation ceremony June 27
The Lynnville-Sully Community School District announced on Saturday, June 6, the school district will not be sponsoring any 2020 prom activities. The decision was made after careful consideration and input from the Jasper County Health...
Picnic Time 2020- By Deb Johnson
Finally, it’s June! We all know what it’s like to have been cooped up after a May that had more cold days than I can remember for many years. So now it’s warmer, and we can finally start enjoying outdoor meals on the deck, at a cozy family gathering, or at a...
‘Veteran squad’ ready to get softball season rolling
The No. 6-ranked Lynnville-Sully softball team is hoping to end this season where they left off in 2019 — at the state tournament. With seven returning starters and experienced players on the mound and behind the plate, the Hawks have several factors working in their favor.
From the 2019 squad, the girls graduated...
Pitching depth, infield leadership to help L-S baseball
After losing just two players from last year’s squad of 22, the Lynnville-Sully varsity baseball team looks to be a stronger, more experienced team this summer.
In 2019, the Hawks finished tied for eighth in the South Iowa Cedar League with a conference record of 6-10. Their overall record was 10-21. Graduating...
DTFC installs nearly $20,000 worth of equipment
The Diamond Trail Fitness Center in Sully is pleased to have nearly $20,000 in new equipment installed in the weight room and ready for use by fitness center members and Lynnville-Sully student-athletes.
According to DTFC manager Tashia Ehresman, three racks and two bench presses were traded in for five half racks with connectors. Included...