Lyons is located in Burt County north of Fremont off of US Hwy 77, between Oakland and Bancroft; west of the Missouri River and near the Omaha Indian Reservation. The population estimate for July 1, 1998 was 1,160, an increase of 16 since 1990. The Homestead Act was really responsible for the Lyons community. Nearly all of the pioneers or someone in their family was connected with the Civil War. The Lyon, Everett, and Fritts pioneer families were the folks responsible for starting the community. These families all came to Lyons from Wisconsin. The first industry in Lyons was a brickyard. In 1881, Franklin Everett built a bank, the first bank in the settlement. The first railroad had reached Lyons by this time. The first school was held in a back room of Josiah Everett's farm house in the fall of 1868. Today, this little community has a lot of outdoor recreation to offer all ages.
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Orange City Tulip Festival Orange City IA May16-18 The Orange City Tulip Festival - an entertaining celebration of the best of small-town America - showcases for 100,000 visitors this thriving community's rich Dutch heritage. Festivities include music and dancing by hundreds of children and adults in intricate authentic costumes, two daily parades featuring top area marching bands, nightly musical theatre, a carnival midway, fun ethnic food treats, plus thousands of tulips and a dozen reproduction windmills throughout a charming village.
Awesome Biker Nights Sioux City IA June13-15 Awesome Biker Nights is Northwest Iowa's premier regional motorcycle event with an attendance of over 25,000! Of course, even those who aren't traveling on two wheels are welcome at the event. The Awesome experience includes three stages of live music from National and Regional Bands, motorcycle stunt performances, a poker run through the beautiful countryside, a bike show, tattoo contest, poker tournament, bike raffle, vendors and more.
Swedish Festival Stromberg NE June14-16 Welcome to Stromsberg, the Swede capital of Nebraska. Swedish dancing, costumes, and food can be enjoyed throughout the festivities.
Glenn Miller Festival Clarinda IA June13-16 Hear exciting bands from around the world topped off by the World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra. Enjoy the new Glenn Miller Birthplace Museum and the Birthplace Home; stage shows; picnics; dances; historical displays; plus the fellowship of hundreds of Miller fans from around the world.
Turner County Fair Parker SD August12-15 South Dakota's oldest county fair. The four best days of summer.
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