Local bar hosts relief party to support tornado-affected families in Lena
The Lena community recently rallied together for the Lena Strong Relief Party at Hooks & Bobbers bar, an event aimed at supporting families impacted by a recent EF-two tornado. Ten percent of all sales from the party went to the Lena Lions Club for distribution to those in need.
An EF-two tornado struck Lena less than a week ago, damaging the Lena-Winslow school building. No injuries were reported when the tornado tore through town Friday,
LENA, Ill. (WTVO) — Students in the Lena-Winslow School District are ready to go back to school Thursday after a tornado swept through the town just last week. "If you had told me we were back in school. Full session Thursday. I'm not sure if I believed you or not,"…
The Lena community is still rallying after a tornado hit the village, leaving residents to pick up the pieces. One non-profit organization came all the way from North Carolina to help homeowners with clean-up efforts.