Yearly Archives: 2026

Preparation and partnership key in ensuring school safety

Preparation and partnership key in ensuring school safety
Solid partnerships between schools, law enforcement, and emergency management lead to stronger and safer communities. On Thursday, Feb. 12, administrators, students, and staff at Lynnville-Sully and Sully Christian Schools joined forces with personnel from local law enforcement and emergency management agencies to prioritize safety and preparedness at the two schools through the completion of state-mandated lockdown...
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Twenty-four participate in dance event February 12

Twenty-four participate in dance event February 12
Twenty-four dancers, ranging in ages 3 to 12, participated in a class taught by Angie and Abigail Ver Ploeg and also choreographed by Emily Ver Ploeg. They showcased their dances for their parents, grandparents, and friends on Thursday, Feb. 12 at Sully Christian School Gym. Tap, ballet, jazz, and a special improv dance to songs...
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Undefeated regular season in the books for L-S girls basketball

Undefeated regular season in the books for L-S girls basketball
Smiles have been plentiful this season as the Lynnville-Sully girls basketball team has compiled a perfect 21-0 record as of press time and claimed the SICL Conference Title. Now, they focus on the road to State. Above, the Hawks celebrate during their 67-16 win over Iowa Valley on Monday, Feb. 9: From left, assistant coach...
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Hawks grab first-round win over Wayne

Hawks grab first-round win over Wayne
The Rockets struggle to get a shot off over the outstretched arms of senior Dawson James. James finished with a double-double of 15 points and 13 rebounds in his final regular-season game as a Hawk. Now, the senior is leading the team into the postseason. He posted 14 points in the first round against Wayne...
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Mintle, Kramer look to take care of business in repeat trip to State

Mintle, Kramer look to take care of business in repeat trip to State
photo by taylor photography Jett Kramer executes a half nelson in his 138-pound match at Districts. Kramer, a sophomore who spent the early part of the season recovering from injury, will finish out his second high school season at State. With the season on the line, the Lynnville-Sully Hawk wrestlers left it all on the mats on...
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Rolland Schnell, 79

Rolland Dean Schnell, 79, of rural Newton, died at home with his wife by his side on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, after a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Feb. 20, at Community Heights Alliance Church in Newton. The family will greet friends from 9-11 a.m.,...
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