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Biodiesel fuels agriculture, economy

Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer In 1900, Rudolf Diesel unveiled the first diesel engine at the World Fair. The engine originally ran on peanut oil and Diesel believed plant-based oils could play a big part in the future of America’s engines. Celebrating the...

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Spring is in the air

Residents took time to check out all the spring decorations Bargain Alley has to offer Friday, March 5. Many stores downtown were buzzing with customers who were enjoying the 50-degree day and came out to support local businesses. (Photo/Jennifer Kor) Jennifer Kor |...

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Severe Weather Awareness Week

Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer No matter the season in Iowa, weather is one thing everyone needs to be constantly aware of. In moments when precious seconds matter to the safety of all residents, the Iowa Emergency Management Association asks all homeowners to take a few...

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STATE TOURNAMENT BOUND

The boys’ basketball teams from Boyden-Hull High School, top, and Western Christian High School, bottom, celebrate with their respective state qualifier banners Saturday, Feb. 27. The Comets won a substate final over OABCIG in Sheldon while the Wolfpack defeated...

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Learning the connection between communities and business

A STUDY IN COMMUNITIES Students in Megan Raman’s third-grade class at Hull Christian School created models of local businesses as part of a social studies unit on the three different types of communities. (Photo/Jennifer Kor) Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer The key to a...

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Ribbon-cutting ceremony recognizes three businesses

Members of the Hull Area Chamber of Commerce board conducted ribbon-cutting ceremonies at three businesses Wednesday, Feb. 24. (Photo/Jennifer Kor) Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer The Hull Area Chamber of Commerce honored three businesses Wednesday, Feb. 24 with a ribbon...

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Happy New Year!

Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer Changing the wall calendar from December to January may have never been more anticipated than in 2020 as it has been a year few will ever forget.  Together we have worked on making the community a...

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Hair on Hickory provides right atmosphere for new stylist

FAMILIAR FACE Meghan Brummel has joined the staff of stylists at Hair on Hickory. (Photo/Submitted)  Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer A familiar face at Hair on Hickory has now become a hair stylist. Specializing in updos, wedding hair and formal event styles, Meghan...

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Regional Housing Trust Fund offers assistance

Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer As the weather continues to get colder, homeowners are finding ways to make sure heat stays inside and doesn’t seep to the outside. It can be difficult to know where to begin, but with help from the Northwest Iowa Regional Housing Trust...

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Christmas cheer on display at Hull Christian School

Students and staff participated in Christmas dress-up days Dec. 17-22 before dismissing for the holiday break. Thursday, Dec. 17, was Comfy Thursday for students to wear Christmas pajamas, Christmas socks or anything comfy and cozy. On Friday, Dec. 18, Flannel Friday,...

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Brightening days, spreading cheer

Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer Walking down the streets of Hull, residents may notice brightly-colored rocks hidden in flower beds, on windowsills and in other public places. The rocks are meant to brighten the finder’s day and to be re-hidden to spread more cheer. ...

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Honoring the fallen

SMALLER SERVICE PLANNED Traditional Memorial Day services have been cancelled due to concerns with the COVID-19 pandemic. Community members are encouraged to honor veterans in other ways. (Photo/Jennifer Kor) Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer On the last Monday in May every...

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Reopening up the state, business by business

DINE IN BUSINESS RESUMES The Pizza Ranch in Hull has reopened the dining room for eat-in patrons. Manager Jon Hale is pictured with a face mask next to a list of reminders to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. (Photo/Jennifer Kor) Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer...

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A parade of a different nature

Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer Residents of Aspen Heights Assisted Living enjoyed time outdoors Friday, May 15 while watching a parade of cars pass through the circle drive at the facility.  Residents waved as the cars drove by with loved ones of all ages holding up...

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Boyden-Hull senior music award recipients recognized

Each year, the Boyden-Hull High School music department gives out special music awards to graduating seniors during a concert near the end of the school year. This year, the awards were not able to be distributed in person due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Anna...

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New face on Hull City Council

Hull council member recognized (Right) Joel Leusink, a member of the Hull City Council, was treated to cake following his last council meeting Monday, May 11. Leusink is moving from the community, vacating his seat on the council. City administrator Jim Collins, the...

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Iowa Legislature to resume paused 2020 session June 3

Kathie Obradovich | Iowa Capital Dispatch The Iowa Legislature will resume its interrupted 2020 session June 3, Republican legislative leaders announced Wednesday, May 13. The legislative session has been suspended since March 16 when community spread of COVID-19 was...

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Recognition of a different sort

Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer The 2020 senior class from Boyden-Hull High School took to the streets of Hull Friday, May 15 to celebrate their academic achievements in a different way than years past. Led by the Hull and Boyden Fire Departments, the graduating class...

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