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A 175th anniversary celebration is planned for Wagaman Mill and Museum on Sunday, Sept. 26, from 1-4 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend the open house which will recognize the history and improvements made to the Lynnville landmark.   The Wagaman Mill/Museum in Lynnville was established 175 years ago in 1846. To commemorate the anniversary, an open...

After much deliberation, consideration, and prayer, board members of Inspirations Childcare Center in Sully made the difficult decision to temporarily close starting Sept. 20 due to a shortage of staff. The closure left families of 54 children scrambling to find childcare for what board members hope only lasts one week. The calls to Inspirations’ families started...

Cities of Searsboro, Sully positions to be filled by write-in votes Nov. 2 The Sept. 16 filing deadline for school board, city council, and mayor races has passed, finalizing the candidates for the Nov. 2 ballot. Sully Incumbents mayor Gordon Yarrington and councilmembers Jon Van Wyk, Wes Van Wyk, and Teryl Ver Ploeg are not seeking reelection. The...

Estella Henderson’s good days consist of the busy toddler chasing after her older siblings with a big smile on her face, her happy giggles filling the family home. On her bad days, which as of late have been more frequent and intense, Estella’s tiny body suffers from painful and uncontrollable full-body muscle contractions alternating with...

De Nooy ‘solidifies’ National Guard experience with one-year deployment

By LeAnn Hjelmeland A strong desire to give back was a big part of Grant De Nooy’s decision to serve his country through the military. That decision, made over nine years ago as a high school senior, is one he does not regret. Through the Army National...