Christmas in Hometown Le Mars Update
The annual Christmas in Hometown Le Mars celebration has made some adjustments to this year’s schedule.
Due to the impending weather, some of the Saturday events are taking a seasonal break and will return next year. Check the event’s Facebook page for the latest updates. Events not being held this year include: Santa’s Fun Run 5K, Gingerbread Inflatable Obstacle Course, Pony Rides & Petting Zoo, Reindeer Roundup, Bubbles and Magic, Live Nativity, Dancers on the Stage in the Afternoon, and Santa Outside from 5-6 p.m.
The Le Mars Knights of Columbus have canceled both the Breakfast with the Elves event and the lunch service that had been planned for Saturday, November 29.
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Original interview below:
Margaret Catton, one of the committee members for Christmas in Hometown Le Mars, explained to KLEM what the day is all about.
A Festival of Trees will be showcased at the Plymouth County Historical Museum.
Catton says that Christmas in Hometown Le Mars is a great way for families to get into the holiday spirit.
Catton says the highlight of the day is the final performance on Saturday evening.
She says that over 160 volunteers will participate in bringing the event to life.
For a full list of events, click here.
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Feenstra talks issues in Sioux City campaign stop
Randy Feenstra brought his campaign for the GOP nomination for governor of Iowa to the Sioux City Pizza Ranch for a meet and greet Tuesday afternoon.
The Hull republican and current 4th district congressman spoke to around 20 people and took questions from those in attendance.
Afterwards, Feenstra spoke with media and explained that he couldn’t attend a candidates event in Holstein Monday night because he was campaigning on the other side of the state.
Feenstra also clarified how he feels about the use of eminent domain.
Feenstra also addressed what may occur after the first of the year when the Affordable Health Care Act will be addressed. He says we will not go through another government shutdown like the recent one that lasted over a month.
He says they will work to lower health insurance premiums for families and businesses.
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