RECOGNIZING YEARS OF SERVICE John Boogerd, Terry Anderson and John Haveman were presented with awards for their years of service in the American Legion Tuesday, June 2. Not pictured is Marv Diekevers. (Photo/Submitted) Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer On Sunday, June 14,...
HELPING WOMEN BE THEIR BEST Jori Gulker was licensed as a massage therapist in January and started Still Water Massage Therapy for Women in March at Hair on Hickory in Hull. (Photo/June De Wit) Massage therapist joins Hair on Hickory June De Wit | Staff Writer...
SHOWING HULL PRIDE Pictured are the different options available for a custom vinyl window cling available from the Hull Chamber of Commerce. Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer After seeking the advice of multiple agencies and organizations, and following recommendations set...
Randy Feenstra U.S. Representative race garners most attention Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor Hull native Randy Feenstra defeated longtime Republican incumbent Steve King in the U.S. Representative’s race in District 4 in last Tuesday’s primary election. King has...
SPECIAL DONATION Larry Hoekstra presents a puzzle, completed by long-time member and friend, Harry Klay, to Tim Brunsting at the Rolling Hills Golf Course Friday, May 21. The puzzle will be hung in the clubhouse for all the members to enjoy and in remembrance of Klay...
SELL, SELL, SELL Pictured are a few of the Yamaha golf carts sold at The Station in Hull. The Station has seen an increase in golf cart sales the last few weeks, due in part to golf courses in the area staying open during the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo/Jessica Jensen)...
NEW FORMAT, SAME OBJECTIVE (left to right) Nel Warntjes, Shari Fedders and Ashley Warntjes from the Boyden Public Library pose with the “Imagine Your Story” poster, the theme of the summer reading program. The program this year will have an in-home format that...
TOKEN OF APPRECIATION William Rosgaard, pictured at right, a student member of the Iowa Corn Growers Association from Rock Valley, delivered pizzas and sodas to healthcare workers at Hegg Memorial Hospital in Rock Valley last week. (Photo/Submitted) From one essential...
Carl Vande Weerd | Contributor Board of Supervisors’ Special Meeting On Tuesday, May 26, the Sioux County Board of Supervisors met in regular session with the meeting called to order at 9 a.m. by chairman Muilenburg with all supervisors present. Jerry called for...
Nathan Broek | Sports Editor After Gov. Kim Reynolds, the Iowa High School Athletic Association and the Iowa Girls’ High School Athletic Union announced Wednesday, May 20, that softball and baseball would return, the athletic groups announced the postseason schedules...
Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer Warmer temperatures are making their way into the area and officials in the communities of Boyden and Hull are preparing for summer programs to keep youth in town active. A May 26 announcement and proclamation from Gov. Kim Reynolds...
Artist’s progression Elise Visscher of Hull has discovered a new talent in the form of glassblowing through classes she enrolled in at Central College. Pictured is her progress from the first semester, where she created a shot glass, to the current year’s vase...
Pictured left to right: Anna Godtland, Mallory Nilles, Sydney Damstra and Linsy Gonzalez. All four students earned a $250 scholarship from the Boyden Community Club Monday, May 18. (Photo/Nathan Broek) Four residents of Boyden earn $250 scholarships, pandemic changes...
GROUP PROJECT Kaden Struik, Haley Struik, Summer Vis, Konner Struik and Savannah Feenstra, pictured left to right, stand above their sidewalk chalk creation after putting over three hours of work into it for neighbors to enjoy. (Photo/Submitted) Jennifer Kor | Staff...
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Darlene Woelber was treated to a surprise anniversary party at The Foreign Candy Company, recognizing her 35 years of being with the company. (Photo/Jennifer Kor) Jennifer Kor | Staff Writer Since May 22, 1985, Darlene Woelber has clocked into...
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. ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
