Monthly Archives: March 2024

Local artist adds special touch to Searsboro Community Center

Local artist adds special touch to Searsboro Community Center
Local artist Kaylee Maasdam transforms the main wall of the Searsboro Community Center into a beautiful piece of art. For 25 years, the Searsboro Community Center has stood as a gathering place for community events, bridal and baby showers, and funeral luncheons. Community leaders acknowledged the space was in need of some updating, as it had...
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Watson receives all-state recognition

Watson receives all-state recognition
Lynnville-Sully was represented at Iowa High School Speech Association’s Individual State competition by senior Brooke Watson, junior Tobi Pinegar, and sophomore Sadie Manatt. To make it to this point, the three received 1 ratings at the District contest. At State, they had repeat success – all received 1 ratings – at the competition held at Xavier...
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Lynnville United Fund raises $1,320

Lynnville United Fund raises $1,320
Over 40 people enjoyed Bingo, prizes, bars, and the chocolate fountain at the annual Bingo Blitz and Soup Supper in Lynnville, Friday night, Mar. 8, in the basement of 1st State Bank’s Lynnville branch. Donations totaled $1,320, including a $1,000 donation from 1st State Bank. Kyle Terpstra and Brad Van Vark called out the Bingo and...
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Dreaming of gardening goodness

Dreaming of gardening goodness
By Megan Pothoven Can you believe the weather we have had so far this year? With the warm temperatures, it has caused me to start thinking about gardening. I did not think I would already be thinking about it, but it’s impossible when we can go for a walk so comfortably this early in the year. Something...
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City of Sully leases ice cream shoppe and concession stand to Bloms

Sully City Council met in regular session at 7 p.m., Monday, Mar. 11, at Sully Community Center. Present were mayor Ben Ahrens, city clerk Barbra Maasdam, public works director Jeremy Behun, councilmembers MaryCarol Cross, Tim LeCompte, Dan Stouthammer, Justin Van Soelen, and Jon Van Wyk. Public could participate via electronic means. Guests present were Jasper...
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City of Lynnville preparing for Highway 146 detour slated to begin in May

Lynnville City Council met at 5:30 p.m., Monday, Mar. 11, at Lynnville City Hall. Mayor Mark Newberg called the meeting to order with councilmembers Bailey Tompkins, Bev Van Maanen, Terry Fraker, and Terry Needham present and Tanis Comegys absent. City clerk Bev Arthur and city maintenance director Nick Arthur were also present. Guests included Brad...
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