Get Ready to Rummage! Fall Rummage Sale Starts Today
The Le Mars City-wide Fall Rummage Sale takes place today (Thursday) through Saturday of this week. Priscilla Kenowith, who organizes the event, says this is the second year for the fall event which has grown with 55 rummage sale locations listed.
Locations are spread out across Le Mars, with different hours and days open at each stop. Kenowith says rummagers should use the map with all the locations listed.
Each location has different items for sale, from clothes to furniture to household goods. Although some locations are able to take card and Venmo payments, most locations are cash only. Kenowith encourages people to check out the fall rummage event all three days.
The Rummage Sale begins today all over Le Mars, starting at 8 a.m.. For more information, and a map of all locations, visit LEMARSRUMMAGE.com.
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Suicide Prevention Month
The month of September marks National Suicide Prevention Month.
Local mental health advocate Dan Lehmann, who lost his son to suicide, says that reducing the stigma surrounding suicide can help prevention.
Lehmann stressed that making time for individuals that are struggling with their mental health, and having a conversation, can make change happen.
Lehmann says community, and affirmations, matter when it comes to helping those at risk.
If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988, or visit 988lifeline.org. Local resources include the Plains Area Mental Health Center and the Living Center, both in Le Mars.
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Harvest for Your Healthcare Initiative
Farmers can donate any harvested or stored bushels of grain this fall to help support healthcare in Plymouth County. The Floyd Valley Foundation’s Harvest for Your Healthcare program is intending to turn bushels of grain into charitable contributions.
The program is supporting the renovation of Floyd Valley’s Emergency Department. Farmers who are interested can donate at a participating grain elevator, and can receive tax benefits in return. The grain will be sold by the Floyd Valley Foundation, who will use the funds for their Emergency Department renovation project.
In a statement, CEO of Floyd Valley Healthcare Dustin Wright said the program was a way for local farmers to “directly help grow and keep services local,” and would “ensure the best and highest quality of service can be provided”.
Interested farmers can contact Foundation Manager Amy Harnack at 712-546-3348 for more information.
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