Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties

Lightning win first home game in Everly

Team moves to 2-0 on the season

The home debut of the Northwest Iowa Lightning ended in victory Saturday afternoon in Everly.

Playing at the former Clay Central/Everly High School, the Lightning defeated the Midwest Rampage 16-14. The win moved the amateur nine-man football team to 2-0 on the season.

The Northwest Iowa Lightning was created last fall. After an exhaustive effort to find a home field, team leaders landed on Everly. Games are held on the south side of the former high school property.

The Lightning play at home again this Saturday, May 18 at 2 p.m....