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Comets claim championship

The BH boys' golf team pictured from left to right: Trey Van Roekel, Jackson Keizer, Carter Kleinwolterink, Dawson Leusink, Reece Koele and Jeremy Maassen. See pages 8-9 for the full story. (Photo/Andrew Buckman) Boyden-Hull boys' golf team members laughs at a speech...

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Gold Star Mothers, Families to be honored during Boyden Bash

Shane D. Johnson |Editor This year’s Boyden Bash will include a dedication service for the new Gold Star Mother and Family monument that will be placed in Boyden Centennial Park. To honor the ultimate sacrifice of service members in Boyden, the Boyden Auxiliary is...

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Brokkr’s Forge: Where craftsmanship meets uniqueness

TECH AND ARTISTRY ON DISPLAY Pictured is Nathan Van’t Hul, owner of Brokkr’s Forge which began in January 2024. Brokkr’s Forge makes 3D printed movie props as well as practical items such as coasters and succulent planters. (Photo/Shane D. Johnson) BROKKR’S FORGE...

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Progress is being made on Farm Bill legislation

Shane D. Johnson |Editor Congressman Randy Feenstra, Iowa’s Fourth District Representative, spoke on the importance of the Farm Bill as it passes through the legislative process.“The Farm Bill is a vital investment in our producers, our economy and lowa agriculture....

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Selling records as a West Point Cadet

TAKING ON THE COMPETITION Pictured is Hull native and West Point Cadet Kohen Rankin as he takes on competition at the NCAA meet. (Photo/Laurent Migault, Submitted) Shane D. Johnson | Editor The love of competitive swimming is evident in the performance of second-year...

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A time to reflect

Boyden-Hull Class of 2024 graduation ceremony set Shane D. Johnson | Editor The Boyden-Hull commencement ceremony will see graduates honored in the Boyden-Hull Junior/Senior School gymnasium Sunday, May 19, at 2 p.m. The Boyden-Hull Class of 2024’s motto is from...

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Celebrating 20 years in business

IN BUSINESS 20 YEARS Pictured (left to right) are Jan and Bart Zandstra standing in their retail shop May 4 in celebration of 20 years in business as Zandstra Family Greenhouse. (Photo/Shane D. Johnson) HAVING FUN AT ZANDSTRA FAMILY GREENHOUSE Pictured is Lauren Van...

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Trinity Christian graduation will be Monday, May 13

Shane D. Johnson |Editor The Trinity Christian class of 2024 will include 16 seniors who will walk the stage to receive their diplomas Monday, May 13, at 7 p.m. Class colors are green and white this year. The class motto is from Proverbs 3:5-6 which states “Trust in...

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Western Christian graduation slated for May 14

Shane D. Johnson | Editor The Western Christian Class of 2024 will take center stage Tuesday, May 14, at 7 p.m. in Western Christian’s gymnasium. Seniors chose maroon and white as their class colors. The class flower is a white rose. The motto for the Class of 2024...

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Alissa’s Flower Farm takes an expansion project

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...

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Hull Rec program tackles 2024 season

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...

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Second year of LifeWise Academy sees growth

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...

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Preparing For Inclement Weather

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 |...

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Sioux County Sheriff gains new school resource officer

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...

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911 Communications Week celebrated April 14-20

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...

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