Features

Well-represented at High School Volleyball Championships

The Western Christian Wolfpack, left, and the Boyden-Hull Comets, right, celebrate after winning their respective volleyball regional finals last week Tuesday and Thursday, Oct. 24 and 26 respectively. The Wolfpack will compete in the Class 3A and the Comets in the...

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Harvest Season sees another year of variability

Shane D. Johnson |Staff Writer The grain wagons are full and the dust of the harvest season of 2023 is in the air as farmers reap the rewards of their spring-time planting work. Locally, yields have been variable, according to Hull Co-op agronomist Peter...

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Spreading a message of hope

Creating a Great Camp ExperienceAva Brummel plays a game with a girl during an English camp in Váchartyán, Hungary. Brummel visited Europe this summer from June 28 to July 28 and helped lead English camps to teach kids basic English skills. Brummel’s group partnered...

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Pastor Aaron Greydanus joins First Christian Reformed Church

DOING THE LORD’S WORKPictured is Aaron Greydanus, who was installed at First Christian Reformed Church Oct. 1. The installation means he will continue to be connected with the local community. (Photo/Shane D. Johnson) Shane D. Johnson |Staff Writer Pastor Aaron...

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Honeyhomb Market

CUTTING A RIBBON FOR NEW BUSINESS OFFERINGSPictured is Jordan Van Schepen of Hull’s newest business, Honeyhomb Market, cutting the Hull Chamber of Commerce ribbon during a ceremony Thursday, Sept. 28. The event was well-attended with both Hull city staff, Chamber of...

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A flight to remember

A FLIGHT FULL OF MEMORIESPictured is Marine Capt. Chris Vande Weerd customizing his CH-53K helicopter in support of the Iowa Hawkeyes before a flyover ceremony. He had the opportunity to lead with three other Marines before the Iowa Hawkeye vs. Western Michigan game...

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Helping hands and servant hearts

ENJOYING A TIME WITH FAMILYResidents of Aspen Heights Senior Living and their families had the opportunity Tuesday, Sept. 12 to enjoy a family picnic put on by the staff at Aspen Heights in celebration of National Assisted Living Week. (Photos/Shane D. Johnson) Aspen...

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A new perspetive in the pulpit

A NEW PASTOR AT AMERICAN REFORMED CHURCHPictured is Hull’s American Reformed Church’s newest pastor, Mark Cercone. Cercone gave his first sermon from the pulpit in his new position Sunday, Sept. 10. (Photo/Shane D. Johnson) Mark Cercone is new pastor at American...

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On baseball and life’s journey

AN IDENTITY FOUND IN MINISTRYPastor Owen Hoegh of St. Paul Lutheran Church north of Hull spoke to the Hull Kiwanis Club Thursday, Aug. 24. He spoke on the various roles he has had as a baseball player, a husband and pastor. (Photo/Shane D. Johnson) Shane D. Johnson...

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Lending a helping paw

A THERAPY K-9 FOR SIOUX COUNTY SCHOOLSPictured is the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office newest canine, McGrath. McGrath also goes by the nickname “Big Mac” and is an 18-month-old yellow labrador retriever. He will be serving as a therapy K-9 for nine area schools on a...

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Bringing hospitality to farm life

The North Place offers unique gathering space Shane D. Johnson |Staff Writer The story of The North Place southwest of Hull began ten years ago this fall when Dan and Laurie Buyert started building their dream location for bringing hospitality into the lives of...

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Caring and learning in Laos

SPENDING TIME WITH LAOTAIN YOUTHDuring Leah Rozeboom's Northwestern College Summer of Service trip to Laos, she had the opportunity to spend time with local youths while working at Laos' biggest hospital teaching English to the staff members of the hospital and...

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Beef – it’s a way of life

Focused on sustainability, beef producer Hayley Moss urges other producers to get involved Shane D. Johnson |Staff Writer To say Hayley Moss knows a thing or two about raising cattle might be an understatement. Moss has been raising cattle her whole life, from growing...

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Helping make the best better is family affair

Longtime Sioux County 4-H participants turned leaders reflect Shane D. Johnson |Staff WriterJessica Jensen | Managing Editor The Sioux County Fair brings many participants and onlookers to the fairgrounds each year. Amongst the hustle and bustle of the crowds,...

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Growing Sweet Corn and family memories

CARRYING ON A FAMILY OPERATIONJohn Tiedeman is pictured with his family on Ferdson’s Family Farms near Hull. The five-generation operation sells sweet corn during the summer months, with the funds going to Tiedeman’s children to help with 4-H projects and livestock....

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Severe storms deliver one-two punch, twice

SUMMER WEATHER DEALS DAMAGING BLOWCrops, property and trees all sustained significant damage during two weather events in the Boyden and Hull areas last week. High winds toppled trees and hail damaged vehicles and buildings. Corn and bean crops also took a hit with...

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Celebrating 150 years

AN OVERHEAD VIEW OF HULLHull Mayor Arlan Moss exits the Ride the Skies Helicopter Saturday, July 8. Many residents of Hull enjoyed the ride and seeing Hull from above during Hull’s sesquicentennial celebration. (Photo/Shane D. Johnson) Shane D. Johnson | Staff Writer...

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Volunteer at heart

35 YEARS OF VOLUNTEERING RECOGNIZEDHull resident Helen Soodsma was recently recognized for her volunteer work with the Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Alpha Center by being named Volunteer of the Month of June. She has helped answer the phone for many callers in need with...

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Splashing into summer with exercise and fun

EXERCISING FOR HEALTH AND FUNMembers of the Hull Pool’s water aerobics class can be seen over the noon-hour Monday through Friday exercising and staying fit. Led by Marcia Hoekstra, the class enjoys a time of socialization, fun in the sun and exercising to the sound...

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