Salem Church of the Brethren Historical Marker Dedication Set for May 31st
The Northern Plains District Church of the Brethren Stewards Commission invites you to join them for the dedication of their recently installed Salem Church of the Brethren historical marker at the site of the former church building on Saturday, May 31st, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. With input from District Executive, Tim Button-Harrison, and the 2025…
Read MoreCell phones banned while driving law goes into effect July 1
By: Robin Opsahl Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has signed into law a measure banning drivers from using cellphones behind the wheel outside of hands-free or voice-activated modes. Reynolds was joined by more than 50 people in her office during the signing, many of whom were related to people who had died because of distracted driving. The…
Read MoreMay 14, 2025 Mary Jane (Smith) Baker, age 88
Former Lenox and Bedford resident, Mary Jane (Smith) Baker, age 88, met her Lord when she passed peacefully on May 1, 2025 at Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy, near Fort Dodge, where she has been a resident since August 2023. Funeral services were held on May 8, 2025 at Cummings Funeral Home in Lenox beginning at…
Read MoreLana Sue Bearden, age 77
Lana Sue Bearden, age 77, of Creston, passed away peacefully on the morning of Thursday, May 1st, 2025. She was born on November 10, 1947, in Creston, Iowa to the late Katheryn Smith and Harold Blazek. As a child, Lana helped raise ponies with her family and competed in competitions at the Iowa State Fair.…
Read MoreDylan Stein, signed on with Iowa Lakes Community College
The Lenox Rotary honored 10 seniors
Lenox Tiger Track Rundown
By Tyler Peterson The Lenox Tiger track teams were in action twice this past week. First the boys and girls teams traveled to Nodaway Valley to compete in the Pride of Iowa Track and Field Championships, and second both teams competed in the Mt. Ayr Relays. Monday at the POI Championships the girls finished 5th…
Read MoreApril 30, 2025 Nick Fehring, 43
Nick Fehring, 43, of Bedford, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly from a pulmonary embolism at his home on April 16, 2025. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 23, 2025 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM with family greeting friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM in Bedford at the Cummings Family Funeral Home. Funeral Services will…
Read MoreApril 09, 2024 Dorothy (Bruner) Parrish
With love and gratitude, we celebrate the extraordinary life of Dorothy (Bruner) Parrish, who passed away peacefully, March 30, 2025, at the age of 100 years and 6 months. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and servant of God, Dorothy’s life was a testament to faith, family, and unwavering kindness. Dorothy was born September 23, 1924,…
Read MoreMarch 19, 2025 Larry Cordell, 81
Funeral services for Larry Cordell, 81, of Lenox, Iowa was held Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at The Lenox United Presbyterian Church at 11:30 AM. Visitation was held on Monday, March 10, 2025 at Cummings Family Funeral Home in Lenox from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM with family greeting friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.…
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