Since last Wednesday afternoon, May 17, residents of Sully have experienced low water pressure for a couple of reasons. The Central Iowa Water Association (CIWA) water tower on the northwest corner of town developed a leak last Wednesday. The water tower was emptied, and water for Sully residents was rerouted by CIWA but with low...
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Lowrys named L-S Citizen of the Year
Terry and Linda Lowry of Searsboro were honored with the 2017 Lynnville-Sully Citizen of the Year Award during commencement exercises on Saturday, May 20. Since 1986, the L-S School Board of Education has recognized a Citizen of the Year as someone who has made a significant contribution to the school and its students. This year,...
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Class of 2017 graduates 32 members
Thirty-two members of Lynnville-Sully’s Class of 2017 walked into the high school gym on Saturday, May 20, as seniors awaiting one of the biggest moments of their young lives. They walked out as proud L-S alumni, ready to take on the next chapter of their promising futures.
Graduation Day Photo Album
Commencement exercises started with the L-S...
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From the Kitchen with Sam Manatt
In the Manatt household, it is three cheers for the chili of this week’s cook, Sam Manatt. Her mom’s “slop,” however, doesn’t get similar accolades.
“It’s a major comfort food, but I’m the only one who eats it in my household,” said Sam, who described the “slop” as a ground beef/cream cheese mixture topped with biscuits.
Sam...
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New technology purchases, K-5 math curriculum approved by L-S Board
The Lynnville-Sully School Board met Monday, May 22, at 7 p.m. in the high school library. Board members Jer Schnell, Tammy Vos, Gerry Van Dyke, and Tim Dunsbergen were present. Superintendent Shane Ehresman, board secretary Karla DeCook, preK-8 principal Teri Bowlin, dean of students Shane Wheeler, and guest Faye Brand were also in attendance.
Highlights of...
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Drafahl recognized by Governor Branstad for academic excellence
Lynnville-Sully’s Jessica Drafahl, a senior, was recognized by Governor Terry Branstad and Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds for outstanding academic achievement at the 15th Annual Governor’s Scholar Recognition Ceremony Apr. 30 at Hy-Vee Hall in Des Moines.
The statewide program, sponsored by the Iowa Governor’s Office, Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA), and its title sponsor the...
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The Wooden Spoon – Pimento Cheeseburgers
So I've noticed as the days fall by the wayside, I don't wish for a vacation to somewhere fancy, but only staycations. When did that become a thing? It just sounds so simple.
Well, that's what I've dreamt of this week. Is dreamt not a word? Spell check is telling me dreamt isn't a word. If...
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