My life has been a series of strange happenings. I doubt any other family has had the calamities we have.
One unusual situation happened decades ago.
I was outside mowing when the sheriff pulled up. I could see at a glance this man was not happy. He jumped out of his car and wanted my name and...
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Trucking industry recognizes Sully Transport with two awards
The Iowa Motor Truck Association (IMTA) recently recognized Sully Transport, Inc. through its annual recognition program at the Management Conference.
Fleet Maintenance Award
Sully Transport was recognized for its outstanding maintenance operation through this annual recognition program. Iowa’s carriers are recognized for their commitment to maintaining high standards for their maintenance operation. The Iowa Motor Truck Association...
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Fall family fun in Lynnville
Lynnville was the place to be Saturday, Oct. 24, for family fun and community fellowship. The Lynnville Fire Department held its annual soup supper fundraiser, serving 150 people and raising just over $1,500. The money raised will help pay for fire equipment for new volunteers. “The support of the Lynnville community and surrounding communities means...
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Lynnville and Sully City Elections Tuesday
Polls will be open on Tuesday, Nov. 3, from noon to 8 p.m. for the Lynnville and Sully City Council elections held at Lynnville City Hall and Sully Community Center respectively. Lynnville has no one running for mayor, so the position will be filled by write-in. Incumbent Roger Beason and newcomer Mark Newberg are running...
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Time to fall back Nov. 1
Enjoy an extra hour of sleep as we “fall back” into Daylight Standard Time, officially at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1. Most smartphones, computers, tablets, and other digital devices will automatically make the change; however, you will want to wind your clocks back one hour before you go to bed on Halloween, Saturday, Oct....
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Hometown history: L-S third graders travel back in time
Lynnville-Sully third graders soaked up our community’s storied past and rich heritage during the school’s first field trip to the Wagaman Mill and Museum, located on the banks of the North Skunk River in Lynnville, on Thursday, Oct. 15.
The field trip was coordinated by the Jasper County Conservation Board and the Lynnville Historical Society. In...
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The Wooden Spoon by Shelly Rankin – 10/22/15
This week’s article is a little untraditional! I don’t do this often, but when I do, you can be sure it’s completely worth the read! Have no fear, there will be a recipe, but that’s not the focus of this article. Actually, let’s do the recipe first a second. Then we’ll get to the meat...
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