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Many Food Pantries Continue To See Increase In Demand
October 27, 2026
(Undated)– Soaring food and gas prices are forcing more people to turn to food banks for assistance. Annette Hacker of Food Bank of Iowa says pantries in 55 counties, including some in our area, continue to see an increase in demand… “We continue to see more people visiting a pantry for the very first time. […]
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Authorities Remind Everyone To Play It Safe This Halloween
October 27, 2026
(Undated)– Another reminder to keep safety in mind this Halloween. Kevin Krull of the Iowa State Patrol reminds parents to make sure children are seen and that drivers need to be extra cautious… “I’ve already seen a few community events where they’ve had some different stuff going on with that, so watch out for the […]
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Collision Near Storm Lake Claims A Life
October 27, 2026
A Buena Vista University (BVU) student has died following a two-vehicle crash south of Storm Lake Monday afternoon. Two other BVU students were injured. BVU President Brian Lenzmeier announced the death of Kaylee Nachtigal in an email to the university community Monday evening. He said the two other students involved in the crash sustained injuries […]
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IGL Chamber Announces Promotion
October 27, 2026
(Arnolds Park)– The Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce is announcing a promotion. President/CEO Blain Andera says Michaela Arneson has been promoted to Director of Membership and Communications. Arneson previously served as the organization’s Marketing and Communications Coordinator. Andera says in her new role Arneson will work closely with Chamber members, community partners and […]
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Terril Officials Hope New Additive Will Help Improve Water Quality
October 27, 2026
(Terril)– A new process is being implemented in Terril as the city continues to struggle with the quality of its drinking water. The city council voted unanimously Monday evening to include what’s known as a “poly orthophosphate blend” as part of the treatment process. to improve the quality of the drinking water and extend the […]
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Report Shows Iowa Tourism Continued To Post Strong Gains In 2025
October 26, 2026
(Undated)– Tourism continues to be a multi-billion dollar industry in Iowa. Amy Zeigler with the Iowa Tourism Office says newly released numbers show 2025 was a big year for Iowa tourism… “We saw a record setting 46.3 million visitors to the state of Iowa in 2025. In all, that generated $7.6 billion in actual visitor […]
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Spencer Community Schools To Dismiss Early This Friday, October 30th
October 26, 2026
(Spencer)– Spencer Community Schools will be dismissing classes early this Friday, October 30th to allow adequate travel time for those attending the play-off football game in Glenwood, Iowa. School officials say the drive to Glenwood, which is in southwest Iowa, is about three and-a-half hours, a little more than 200 miles. Spencer school officials say […]
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More Reminders As Early Voting Continues & November 3rd Approaches
October 26, 2026
(Primghar)– We have some additional reminders when it comes to casting ballots as early voting continues for the mid-term election and election day itself November 3rd. Rhea Schmalen, the O’Brien County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections, tells us what to do if you make a mistake on your ballot… “If a voter makes a mistake […]
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Milford Fire Department Holding Open House
October 26, 2026
(Milford)– The Milford Fire Department will hold an open house this Wednesday, October 28th. Firefighter Jason Simpson says the free event will be going on from 5:00 until 7:00 pm that evening… “While you’re there you’ll be able to see all the different types of firefighting equipment it takes to put out house fires, to […]
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