AWARD-WINNING WORKMANSHIP This is a photo of Tyler Van Der Zwaag’s award for Best of Show for a working bobtail. The award was presented at the Mid-America Truck Show in March. (Photo/Submitted) Shane D. Johnson | Staff Writer Hull native Tyler Van Der Zwaag won the...
APPOINTED TO A NEW ROLE Heidi Kramer has recently been chosen to take on not only her role as Hull’s city clerk, a position she has held since November 2021, but also the addition of the duties of Hull’s city administrator. She comes to the new role with a passion...
Shane D. Johnson | Staff Writer Betty Winter has been a central figure at Citizens State Bank and in the community of Boyden. She will be celebrating her 45-year banking career with a retirement open house April 25 from 2-6 p.m. at Boyden’s Citizens State Bank. ...
TACO TORRES GRAND OPENING AND RIBBON CUTTING A grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for Hull’s newest business, Taco Torres, Thursday, April 7. Members of the Hull Chamber of Commerce, community members and Hull Mayor Arlan Moss came to the ceremony to...
After two fatalities near Hull in two days, motorists again reminded to avoid distractions Shane D. Johnson | Staff Writer Two separate accident fatalities took place near Hull the week of March 28. On Monday, March 28, the Iowa State Patrol was called to the scene of...
HULL PUBLIC LIBRARY SCAVENGER HUNT To celebrate National Library Week, the Hull Public Library hosted a scavenger hunt for area kids to enjoy. (Photo/Julie Bosma) Shane D. Johnson | Staff Writer Hull and Boyden Public Libraries celebrated National Library Week, which...
PAVING THE WAY FOR NEW OPPORTUNITY IN HULL The Hull Industrial Development Corporation recently began the process of taking down the acreage buildings at 516 Black Forrest Road, starting with the barn on the property. The project is the start of plans being...
PAPA’S SMOKIN’ MEATS STOPS IN HULL Spirit Lake-based Papa’s Smokin’ Meats food truck provided barbecue food for guests who were entertained by The Usual Suspects at The Grain House Saturday, April 2. (Photo/Shane D. Johnson) Shane Johnson | Staff Writer Food and...
Shane D. Johnson | Staff Writer Hull resident Faye De Kam was sworn onto the Hull City Council Thursday, March 31. Councilor De Kam comes to the position with a deeply-engrained understanding of Hull and its citizens. She has worked as the Hull...
Boyden-Hull/Rock Valley defensive coordinator Heath Swanson yells out instructions to the Nighthawks' defense from the sidelines during the Class 3A state title game against Harlan this past fall. Swanson announced he has stepped down from the position on the...
712 REALTY NEW REALTOR Boyden native Ashton Kraai comes to 712 Realty to work alongside owners Darren and Darla Van’t Hul. She will work to introduce clients to commercial and residential properties as well as assist in property management for the company....
Ready To Serve Clients Owner of Hair On Hickory Shondra Wielenga (left) welcomes the salon’s newest hair stylist Alyssa Huber (right). Huber began her new position at Hair On Hickory Tuesday, March 22 where she will serve clients by providing haircuts for all ages...
college spring service projects One of the Northwestern College football players flips a football on an option play during a camp Cody Moser and his fellow Spring Service Project teammates did in New Orleans during spring break from March 7 to March 11....
Shane D. Johnson | Staff Writer Ron Rynders began his passion for beekeeping in 1992. For 30 years, he has seen first-hand how bees interact and what conditions are best suited for bees, other pollinators and the plant life that makes up a rich, thriving...
Emergency management coordinates Severe Weather Week siren test Shane D. Johnson | Staff Writer On Wednesday, March 23, a state-wide tornado drill will take place at 10 a.m. The drill provides an opportunity to test the severe weather sirens during Severe Weather...
Ready to Serve Clients Darla and Darren Van’t Hul have recently began their very own real estate brokerage firm, 712 Realty. They are prepared to introduce clients to acreage properties, commercial real estate, property management, and residential opportunities. ...
Shane D. Johnson |Staff Writer Efficiency and Friction Afton De Weerd, Ali DeWit and Katie Veldman work on their version of a mousetrap-propelled car. The students will test their cars at the Western Christian Physics Triathlon. (Photo/Submitted) Western Christian...
Shane D. Johnson | Staff Writer With spring just around the corner, Zandstra Family Greenhouse opens its doors for the spring 2022 season. A typical season for the family-owned greenhouse runs from mid-February until early June and offers a variety of plant...
Down with the old 1974 HULL CO-OP FERTILIZER PLANT DEMOLISHED Hull Co-op took steps to demolish the old fertilizer warehouse this week in order to make more room in that lot. The building was erected in 1974 and was deemed obsolete since the 2021 construction of the...
2022 Outstanding Business, Citizen and Employee Left to right: Philip De Koster and John De Koster were the recipients of the 2022 Hull Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Business Award. Rob Van’t Land was honored as the 2022 Outstanding Employee. Van’t Land has taught...
