Seeing a need in her community for more child care, Christy Mai opened the Sprout House Learning Center in October of 2016. The vision continues to expand with the help of an energetic staff, a growing partnership with Bethany College, and the after-school learning programs she's designed. The spacious center located at 308 N. 3rd Street is a dream come true for Mai, who oversees the operation that cares for children from infant to school age. "We're enrolling right now!" Mai said with a smile.

AJ Smith has been flying remote-controlled aircraft since he was 10 years old. Seven years later, with dozens of models built and rebuilt, AJ plans to earn a pilot's license and build a career in the sky.

The Lindsborg Fire Station turned into a classroom for a group of area students recently as curiosity was fueled by the sounds of a of a siren and a chance to touch the tools that help keep Little Sweden, USA safe.

Happy New Year! Our New Year's message to you is a nod to the tradition of Swedes gathering on December 31st to hear Tennyson's poem "Ring Out, Wild Bells" recited just before midnight. May this year be filled with peace and joy for you.