The ISU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory tests samples from animals for viruses such as avian influenza. (Photo courtesy of Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory) Testing of non-lactating cattle is far less effective, officials say Jared Strong | Iowa...
Gerrit Oldenkamp started Oldenkamp Salvage in the barn northwest of K & O Manufacturing. The barn was built in the 1920s. There was formerly a farm located on the property. (Barn photo/Julie Bosma; Oldenkamp photo /submitted) In the fall of 1964, K & O put up...
ALISSA’S FLOWER FARM Pictured are owners of Alissa’s Flower Farm, Alissa and Nate Van Zweden with their daughter, Addison. In the background is some of the dried flower designs the Van Zwedens have built their business around. (Photo/Shane D. Johnson) EXPANDING...
Shane D. Johnson | Editor The 2024 Hull Parks and Recreation program will be starting soon with a few changes from years past. Parks and recreation director Blake Eichmann spoke on the changes as well as what residents can look forward to in the summer of 2024.“We...
LIFEWISE ACADEMY TEACHES CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES Pictured (left to right) is LifeWise director Kelly Crawford and teacher Tina Koerselman in the LifeWise Academy classroom in United Presbyterian Church of Boyden. (Photo/Shane D. Johnson). Shane D. Johnson | Editor...
Second graders Eden Hoekstra, Hollis Verwolf and Sadie Negen work on their forest habitat with grandparents (l to r) Vern and Kari Hoekstra and Deb and Mike De Vries watching. Kindergartener Stella Stark shows her binder of art work to grandparents (l to r) Brenda...
Sioux County Board of Supervisors’ Report Craig Hoftyzer | Contributor, Sioux County Board of Supervisors, 5th District Supervisor Report for April 23, 2024Planting got started with a vengeance this week here at the farm. I think everybody had their eye on the...
Des Moines – Iowa-American Water Company recently filed customer notices with the Iowa Utilities Board regarding its proposed water and sewer rate increases. The notices, filed in Docket No. RPU-2024-0002, include locations for in-person consumer comment meetings for...
It’s been said writing is a good form of therapy. I thank you all for being my silent “therapists” in a way, through all the columns, thoughts and ideas I write about. Hopefully, in some ways, my columns have been positive and may have been some sort of “therapy” for...
John Te Slaa bought out Ed Scholten in 1967. (Photo/Submitted) John built a shop one mile north and three-quarter mile west of Hull in 1978. (Photo/Submitted) John used part of the Coop station on Main Street for his trucks before buying the Altena Circle Steel...
Sioux Center, IA – Farmers Co-op Society, a cornerstone of support for local farmers since its founding in 1907, recently announced the successful groundbreaking ceremony for its newest venture, Member’s Cut, which took place April 24.Member’s Cut will showcase...
(Courtesy of U.S. Drought Monitor) Jared Strong | Iowa Capital Dispatch Another wet week helped lift parts of Iowa from drought, and the remaining dry conditions are predicted to continue to ease into the summer.More than an inch-and-a-half of rain fell, on average,...
STORM DAMAGE NORTH OF BOYDEN Pictured is some of the aftermath of damage seen north of Boyden at the Otter Valley Golf Course after a Tuesday, April 16 storm. (Photo/Shane D. Johnson) Sioux County Emergency Management speaks on April 16 storms Shane D. Johnson |...
TAKING ON THE ROLE OF SRO Pictured is Sioux County Sheriff’s Deputy Jake Harmelink. Harmelink has been working with the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office since 2015 when he took on the role of a 911 dispatcher. From there, Harmelink moved into a full-time deputy position...
HELPING IN TIMES OF NEED Pictured is 911 Dispatch supervisor Jori Kleinwolterink shown here taking a call at the communications department within the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office. (Photo/Sioux County Sheriff) Shane D. Johnson | Editor The vital efforts of 911...
GRAND MARCH 2024 Pictured are students Juniors Trevor Verhoef and Dennie Boogerd of Boyden-Hull High School enjoying an evening of formal attire and making memories during the grand march in the Boyden-Hull gymnasium with the theme of “A Night In Vegas” on April 19....
DRIVING IN STYLE Pictured are Trinity Christian High School students Trey Boogerd (left) and Carter Westra (right) posing for photos during Trinity Christian’s Junior/Senior Banquet night Friday, April 19. (Photo/Shane D. Johnson) FUN WITH A DATE Pictured are Trinity...
Sioux County Board of Supervisors’ report Craig Hoftyzer | Contributor, Sioux County Board of Supervisors, 5th District Supervisor Report for April 16, 2024It’s been a beautiful spring so far for getting things done. Since my last report, the electrician has been here...
For over 15 years, Hull and surrounding communities have supported the local blood bank, LifeServe Blood Center, with at least one blood donation opportunity per month. Over the course of April, two blood drives were hosted to support Sioux Center Health and 160-plus...
1 – Van’t Hul, 1908 Division Wed. 8-8; Thurs 8-6; Fri. 8-? Half Price. Huge Multi-Family Garage Sale: Home and Lake Decor, Household, Toys, Misc. kids and adult clothing, two sets of 4 lockers, bedding/blankets (new), Too much to list! Lots of new items! Hot dogs,...
