Category Archives: News

Area graduations set

Congratulations to all area students graduating from colleges, universities, and trade schools. Congratulations to local graduates at the following events:
  • Lynnville-Sully High School Commencement will be at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, at the high school gym in Sully.
  • Pella Christian High School Commencement will be at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, at the high school...
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The Wooden Spoon by Shelly Rankin – May 15

First off, let me correct a recipe that we previously published. The creamed corn recipe. How can it be the best creamed corn of your life if you don’t know how much corn to even use? I like to keep you all guessing. I used two cans of corn, drained. You can add more, just...
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New four-way stop intersection in Sully

The Sully City Council approved a new four-way stop sign placed at the intersection of  2nd Street and 10th Avenue near the new location of Inspirations Childcare and Preschool. The new signage was installed May 7 with the intention of creating a safer environment around the center, which has seen increased traffic since its opening...
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‘The Price Is Right”: VanDer Pol’s episode aired May 8

She may not have won a car or exotic trip, but Carlene VanDer Pol of Sully still considers her appearance on “The Price Is Right” a dream fulfilled. VanDer Pol appeared on the American game show in the Thursday, May 8, episode. She was the fifth person called down to Contestants’ Row, where each contestant bids...
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Teacher grant recipients announced at Lynnville-Sully

On Thursday, May 8, the Lynnville-Sully Community Education Foundation presented 12 teacher grants totaling $4,992. This is one of the LSCEF’s first projects. “We are so excited to be completing our first project and believe it is very fitting that giving back to the teachers is what is first on our agenda,” said Faye Brand, LSCEF...
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Lynnville Council implements new building permit, Old Setts rental fees revisited

The Lynnville City Council met on Monday, May 12, at Lynnville City Hall with all council members present. Visitors included Dale Flander, Gordon Lewis, Mattie Lewis, and Faye Brand. Mayor Kelly Bryan called the meeting to order. Roger Beason motioned, seconded by Roy James, and motion carried 5-0 to approve April's meeting minutes. In the maintenance report,...
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