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Eurasian Watermilfoil Recently Found Growing In One Of The Canals In Wahpeton
July 29, 2026
(Wahpeton)– Some Eurasian watermilfoil was recently found growing in one of the canals in Wahpeton. Andrew Carlson, a fisheries management biologist with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources tells KUOO news it was discovered somewhat incidentally… “We had a collaborative project going on with Iowa Lakeside Laboratory. Some interns were out kayaking in the Paddler’s […]
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Officials Urge Caution After Elevated Levels Of An Algal Toxin Were Discovered At Silver Lake In Lake Park
July 29, 2026
(Lake Park)– Those participating in recreational activities on Silver Lake in Lake Park are being told to take some precautions. Officials with the Cooperative Lakes Area Monitoring Program, also known as CLAMP, say screening tests conducted Tuesday (July 28th) on Silver Lake turned up elevated levels of an algal toxin known as microcystin. They say […]
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Spirit Lake Schools Awarded Therapeutic Classroom Incentive Grant
July 29, 2026
(Des Moines)– Several schools in the area have been awarded competitive grants to establish therapeutic classrooms for students with emotional or behavioral needs. Local districts receiving the funds include George-Little Rock, Spirit Lake and Storm Lake. The Iowa Department of Education awarded a little more than $2.35 million in competitive grants to 10 school districts. […]
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Authorities Warn Of “Bond” Scam
July 29, 2026
(Spirit Lake)– Dickinson County authorities are again alerting the public to a phone scam. The Sheriff’s Office says scammers are calling residents claiming to be a “sergeant” or a bondsman, stating that a friend or family member is in jail and needs immediate payment for bond. They request money be sent electronically. The Dickinson County […]
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E-Bikes, Scooters & Other Motorized Vehicles No Longer Allowed In City Parks In Spirit Lake
July 29, 2026
(Spirit Lake)– While the city of Spirit Lake is working on regulations for E-bikes and scooters on trails, in the downtown areas and around the schools, city leaders have already taken action when it comes to city parks. City Attorney/Administrator Gregg Owens tells KUOO news the city council earlier this month adopted an ordinance prohibiting […]
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Spirit Lake City Council Hears Input On Possible E-bike, Scooter Ordinance
July 29, 2026
(Spirit Lake)– The Spirit Lake City Council has started the process of researching a possible ordinance to regulate E-bikes and scooters on bike trails in the city as well as in the downtown and school areas. The city council Tuesday evening held an open discussion. Among those addressing the council was a representative of a […]
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Corridor Officials Continue To Tackle Workforce Concerns
July 28, 2026
(Spirit Lake)– Four major issues continue to confront local employers in the region. Corridor President and CEO Curt Strouth says they continue to evolve around affordable housing; the cost of living in the Iowa Great Lakes; the high cost of daycare and the number of available workers. He says those were relayed to representatives of […]
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Dickinson Supervisors Approve Reduced Speed Limit For Heavily Traveled Road On West Edge Of Milford
July 28, 2026
(Milford)– A new speed limit is about to go into place on a heavily traveled road near the site of the new Okoboji Elementary and Middle Schools. The Dickinson County Board of Supervisors today (Tues.) approved lowering the limit on 213th Avenue between 225thStreet, also known as 6th Street in Milford and County Road A-34. […]
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Sweetcorn Days In Estherville Get Underway Thursday (July 30th)
July 28, 2026
(Estherville)– Sweet Corn Days in Estherville are about to get underway. Lexi Ruter of the Estherville Chamber of Commerce says the festivities get underway Thursday, July 30th… Saturday’s highlights include a merchant market, food vendors and the Sweet Corn Days Parade getting underway at 10:30 am. Ruter says another big highlight Saturday is the free […]
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