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CORRECTIONVILLE — The Woodbury County Conservation Board has announced its new summer camps at Little Sioux Park. The camps are designed to encourage hands-on learning through outdoor explorations, hiking, activities, games, and more. These programs are led by the naturalist staff and trained volunteers and include camps at the park for ages 9-12 year olds...

LE MARS — The CDC recommends 150 minutes of exercise every week and Floyd Valley Healthcare would like to encourage the community to get their first 30 minutes of exercise with us. Floyd Valley Healthcare will initiate a walking program called “Fitness at Foster.”...

LE MARS — Le Mars Community Schools Board of Education members dealt with a disciplinary issue for four high school students at its May 20 meeting. The issue identified the students only as A, B, C and D, who were found to be in violation of Board Policy 502.3.2.(C). That policy covers “Illicit Drugs — Possession, Use, or Being Under the Influence.”...

PLYMOUTH CO. — In observance of the men and women who died while serving in the country’s armed forces, city and county offices, as well as schools will be closed in recognition of Memorial Day. All city of Le Mars offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, as will the Plymouth County Courthouse, annex, DHS, EMA and secondary roads buildings...

LE MARS — Mark Garnatz was a member of the Le Mars Fire-Rescue Department for 24 years until a job change made it necessary to retire from the department in May 2018. Garnatz was honored at the Le Mars Fire and Rescue Department’s annual banquet at Willow Creek Golf Course and Banquet Hall, on Saturday, April 6...

LE MARS — The Iowa Association of School Boards sponsors School Board Recognition Month each May to honor the volunteer board members who serve on Iowa’s 330 local school boards, nine area education agency boards, and 15 community college boards. This year’s theme is “Superheroes for Public Education.”...

(Photo Contributed) The Le Mars Community boys tennis team pose with their state qualifying banner. The team picked up a 5-3 win over Council Bluffs St. Albert in the substate final before adding a first round state win over conference rival Spirit Lake-Okoboji by a 5-3 score...

HINTON — It was all about timing, according to Bruce Held, Hinton middle school math teacher and varsity football co-head coach. “Everyone says you will know when the time is right and they were right,” Held said. “It seemed like the timing was right after 40 years to let someone else take a crack at this job. We have some very capable people lined up to take over all of my duties, coaching and teaching, which makes this decision much easier.”...

LE MARS — When Jon Meredith came to Le Mars to become pastor at First Baptist Church, 20 years ago, it was his first time as a solo pastor. Now, two decades later, he continues to spread the message of God’s love in the church and the community. On Sunday, the congregation celebrated his time at the church with a special service and luncheon with the theme, “20 Years of Loving God & Loving Others Together!”...

(Sentinel Photos by Kim Fickett) On Friday, Kluckhohn third graders held the school’s second annual Allie’s Lemonade Stand. The students took shifts serving lemonade and goodies to their friends. Students brought donations that will be sent to the Castle Children’s Hospital in Sioux Falls. ...

LE MARS — For more than 40 years, the Le Mars Ambulance Service has provided “front line” lifesaving services to the Le Mars community. Each year, the nation sets aside a week in May — this year, May 19-25 — to recognize those who devote themselves to their communities by providing these day-to-day medical services with National EMS Week...

IRETON — Heartland Telecommunications, or Premier Communications, was awarded two grants through the Iowa Broadband Grant Program. On May 8, Governor Kim Reynolds announced the Office of the Chief Information Officer of the State of Iowa awarded $1.3 million through the Iowa Broadband Grant Program to be dispersed between six telecommunications companies in seven areas throughout the state of Iowa...

LE MARS — The Le Mars Community School Board has approved a real estate contract to purchase property north of the high school parking lot. At its May 13 meeting, the board reviewed the real estate contract to purchase property owned by Jeffrey and Terri Brown at 320 Eighth St. S.W...

LE MARS — A new award was presented at the Life Skills Training Center annual meeting May 13. Rachel Engvall, a production aide, was presented with the Staff Team Player award. LCTC Director Rose Nicoson presented the award, and shared comments from co-workers and staff about Engvall...

SIOUX CENTER — As of May 13, 2019, Dordt College is now officially known as Dordt University. Many Dordt University updates will take place this summer, including changes to gateway signage and the football field turf. The Dordt University logo, which was introduced in October at Defender Days, will be implemented campus-wide, replacing the Dordt College logo...

Lori Hayungs Human Sciences Specialist, Family Life AMES — I wanted to take the opportunity to share research by Science of Parenting (www.scienceofparenting.org) co-founder, Douglas Gentile. Gentile was instrumental in launching ISU Extension and Outreach’s Science of Parenting...

ORANGE CITY — Need to get your Beef Quality Assurance certification or Beef Quality Assurance Transportation certification? Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and the Iowa Beef Industry Council are offering two workshops on June 12, at Iowa Lakes Community College in Emmetsburg...

STORM LAKE — Eight Iowa school districts, including Le Mars Community School District, were recently presented with awards for their commitment to safe working environments. The awards further recognize the districts for their collaboration with EMC Insurance Companies (EMC) to prevent employee injuries and to control workers’ compensation expenses. ...

By Richard Jauron, Willy Klein ISU Extension Horticulturist; Organizational Advancement AMES — Iowa’s plentiful rainfall the last 18 months contributes to growth of moss infestations in lawns. Moss thrives in damp and shady areas of lawns. Horticulturists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach tell how to eradicate moss for home lawns...

SIOUX CITY — Faculty members at Briar Cliff University were recognized during a pinning ceremony on May 1 for earning a nationally recognized teaching credential co-endorsed by the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) and the American Council on Education (ACE)...

LE MARS — Bullet-proof vests are an essential part of a police officer’s uniform. On May 9, the staff at Iowa State Bank in Le Mars presented Brandon Cabney, the newest officer with the Le Mars Police Department, with his own bulletproof vest. In making the presentation, Iowa State Bank Branch Manager Mike Dreckman said, “We are very community-minded, and one of the things we want to do is protect the people that are protecting us. ...

LE MARS — Life Skills Training Center held its annual meeting Monday, May 13, with a dinner and program. Each year Life Skills Training Center presents an award to a client for his/her achievements during the previous year. This year’s recipient is Austin Fenner...

Le Mars Mayor Dick Kirchoff signed a proclamation declaring May 17, 2019, as “Poppy Day” in Le Mars. American Legion Auxiliary President Karla Hansen, left, and American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Chairwoman Cathy Popp, look on.

DES MOINES — Auditor of State Rob Sand on Thursday released a report on a special investigation of the City of Westfield for the period Jan. 1, 2013 through Sept. 30, 2017. The special investigation was requested by Westfield city officials as a result of concerns regarding certain financial transactions processed by the former City Clerk Angela Sorensen...