Yearly Archives: 2023

Sully Community Church observing 100th anniversary this weekend

Sully Community Church observing 100th anniversary this weekend
A lot has changed in the world, in the local communities, and in the church since Sully Community Church was organized on Sept. 16, 1923. Church members have come and gone, two different buildings have been the home for church activities, and a long list of people have led the congregation in worship, fellowship, and...
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Jasper County Freedom Rock receives beautiful facelift

Jasper County Freedom Rock receives beautiful facelift
For the last three weeks, the Jasper County Freedom Rock in Sully’s central park has been undergoing a revitalization. Several contractors, including the original artist Roy “Bubba” Sorensen II of Greenfield, have been part of the process. [caption id="attachment_7077811" align="aligncenter" width="369"] Tuesday, Aug. 22, the Jasper County Freedom Rock was sandblasted...
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Van Wyhe wins WDRA Summit Bracket Finals

Van Wyhe wins WDRA Summit Bracket Finals
Rick Van Wyhe raced his way to the winner’s circle in the “No Box” class at Eddyville Raceway Park over the weekend. The victory earned the racing veteran a qualifying spot to the WDRA World Finals. Rick Van Wyhe of rural Grinnell has been drag racing for over 40 years and experienced his first World Drag Racing...
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Preparing for a season of change

Preparing for a season of change
By Megan Pothoven I cannot believe summer is over. Fall brings a lot of new things to the mix such as Hayden enjoying time with “Papa” in the combine harvesting, Adam’s hunting seasons beginning, and Hayden starting preschool. Oh, and of course, adding another baby to the mix! I have been starting to really prepare for our...
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Lynnville Council sets October 28 as trick-or-treat night

The Lynnville City Council met in regular session at 5:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 11, at Lynnville City Hall. Mayor Roy James called the meeting to order with council members Bev Van Maanen, Terry Fraker, Mark Newberg, Mark Lageveen, city maintenance director Nick Arthur, city clerk Bev Arthur, and guest Derek Bates. City councilmember Kevin Arment...
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