I’m thinking that the Iowa State Fair is becoming one of my favorite places to go, especially to watch people, which I really enjoy. This year’s Iowa State Fair was no exception. I spent the evening of the first day of the fair along with 13 hours at the fair this past Saturday and I...
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The DeeZee Spirit by Darrell Zegers – 8/21/14
I haven’t been to the Iowa State Fair for years. I did go this year.
My Uncle Bill Zegers asked me to go with him on the Wednesday of the fair. He was taking two antique John Deere tractors to the fair where they would be on display along with many other old tractors. I don’t...
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Fopma family to sell first crop of nutrient-rich fruit
With a nickname like “super berry,” it’s no wonder the Aronia berry is growing in popularity.
The fruit, which contains the most antioxidants of all fruits, is relatively new to the market. But thanks to the Fopma Aronia Berry Farm just north of Sully, local access to purchasing the berries is just a short drive away.
After...
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Local emergency medical technicians answer the critical call
Nobody wants to make an emergency call to 911, but if such services are needed, it’s reassuring to know there are trained and willing volunteers in the community ready to serve during critical times of crisis.
The Sully Fire and Ambulance Department boasts 15 certified emergency medical technicians (EMTs) on staff who respond in times of...
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“To Sir, With Love”
Travelers entering the east side of Lynnville on Hwy. F62 will be greeted with a large American flag emblazoned on the side of John and Bennie Smalldridge’s barn located on their picturesque property on the edge of town. The mural was recently completed “in between raindrops,” said the artist and painter, John Forbus of Illinois....
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Resurfacing T22 ‘Killduff road’ underway
Road closed signs are up on T22, the “Killduff road.” The Jasper County Supervisors approved the resurfacing contract on Tuesday, Aug. 5, and the contractor, Manatt’s, was ready to come in right away.
“The project consists of milling three inches of existing asphalt off T22 from S. 44th Ave. E. south to F-62 and then placing...
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Veterans from Pella visit Freedom Rock
Friday, Aug. 8, a group of veterans (some with local ties) were brought by Hearthstone of Pella to see the Jasper County Freedom Rock in Sully. They are from left: Leo Vande Krol, Geurt Van Sant, Harold Hoksbergen, Bill Hinga, and Galen Dykhuis. Pavers honoring veterans are being placed in the rock area as they...
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