National 4-H Week showcases 4-H’s impact in Plymouth County
This week is National 4-H Week, highlighting the impact of America’s largest youth development organization. Several events will be held this week by Plymouth County 4-H and by ISU Extension and Outreach for the more than 400 young people that’s part of 4-H in Plymouth County.
Gabbi Carpenter, county coordinator for Extension and Outreach, explained more about the week to KLEM.
On Monday, 4-H’ers wore green to showcase their 4-H spirit, and Thursday will be 4-H for Good day, spotlighting the good that 4-H does in the community. A 4-H alumni herself, Carpenter says that one of the best parts of 4-H is seeing the growth of kids in the program.
Starting today at noon and ending tomorrow afternoon, the Iowa 4-H Giving Day will take place. A 24-hour fundraising event, the fundraiser will benefit 4-H groups across the state, including here in Plymouth County. A link to the fundraiser is available here.
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City Council holds Community Development Plan two year review
The Le Mars City Council held a special meeting yesterday afternoon, reviewing the Community Development Plan two years after it was published.
The review highlighted accomplishments such as new downtown businesses, new housing units created, improved childcare services, and the passage of the new elementary school bond issue. It also noted progress on new commercial and housing developments, and the current status of future projects in Le Mars, such as the O’Toole Park and Municipal Park renovations.
The Council will hold their regular meeting today at noon inside of City Hall.
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Plymouth County Historical Museum announces wine tasting tour
The Plymouth County Historical Museum has announced they’re hosting a wine tasting tour later this month, on Saturday, October 25th.
Two stops will be on the tour: the Oscar Carl Winery and the Warrior Hotel, both in Sioux City. The evening begins at Oscar Carl, with wine, cheese, and a historical presentation by Oscar Carl’s owners. The tour continues on to the Warrior Hotel, with amuse bouche (ah-MYOOZ BOOSH) on the rooftop, and dinner in the Cardinal Dinning Room afterwards. Wine parings will accompany each course at the Warrior, and presentations will be given by the Sioux City Public Museum and the Warrior’s staff.
The evening begins at 2 p.m., with bus loading at the Plymouth County Historical Museum, and ends at 9 p.m.. Seats on the tour are $145, which includes transportation, wine, food, and gratuities. Seating is limited; you can reserve your spot on the tour by Wednesday, October 15th. For more information, and a link to reserve your seats, click here.
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Schuster Co. receives award from Tyson Foods
Schuster Co. has won the Tyson Foods Carrier of the Year award for 2025, the company has announced.
The award is given to a select group of Tyson’s third-party contract carriers that are recognized for their “dedication and excellence in delivering results”. In a Facebook post, Schuster expressed their “deepest appreciation to our talented team and dedicated drivers,” and pledged to both further strengthen their partnership with Tyson, and to continued driver success in the future.
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