Le Mars Community breaks ground on new Elementary School
After years of planning and organizing, shovels finally hit the dirt yesterday on Le Mars Community’s new Elementary School. Superintendent Dr. Steve Webner told KLEM that the groundbreaking ceremony was “a dream come true.”
The new school came to fruition thanks to the passage of a bond issue in November of 2024, and Dr. Webner says feedback from the community has played a role in the design and development of the school.
All Elementary students will be housed in the new building, which includes three gymnasiums, a media center, and other features that Dr. Weber says will provide a “world-class education.” Construction on the building has been underway since last month, with students planned to walk through the doors in time for the 2028/29 school year.
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Bike Central opens doors to new building
Local bike shop Bike Central officially welcomed members of the public to their new location in downtown Le Mars yesterday during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Owner Cory Cunard told KLEM that he was excited about what the new space offers.
Cunard purchased the business in 2024, and says he knew he needed to move the shop to a new location from day one.
The Le Mars Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a Community Coffee event at Bike Central yesterday morning, allowing community members to tour the renovated space. Cunard says he hopes to build on the momentum the grand opening offered.
The new space is located at 24 Central Ave NE.
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2026 Tour of Historic Homes announced
The Le Mars Historic Preservation Commission and the Le Mars Arts Center has announced information on the 2026 Tour of Historic Homes taking place next month.
Four historic Le Mars homes will be open for viewing: 329 3rd Ave SE, 17 4th St NE, 120 12th St SW and 32096 Hwy 3. Le Mars’ 157-year history is partially represented in entries in the National Register of Historic Places, including the Downtown District, Foster Park District, Municipal Park District, and several individual buildings. A press release from the Commission states that (quote) “our homes are also reminders of our history.”
The homes will be open on Saturday, May 2nd, from noon to 4:00pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Tickets are recommended to be purchased in advance at City Hall or at the Le Mars Arts Center. For more information, contact Richard Ziettlow of the Preservation Commission at 712-541-0404.
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