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Alliant Energy Foundation Announces Grant Awards
August 11, 2026
(Undated)– Several entities in the region have been awarded funding through the most recent round of grants from the Alliant Energy Foundation. The Ashton and Ocheyedan Fire Departments were each awarded $1,000; $500 will go to the Emmet County Cattlemen’s Association; and in Dickinson county, several organizations will receive a share of $10,500 including the […]
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High Nitrate Levels In Iowa’s Waterways Has Experts Sounding The Alarm, Linking It To High Cancer Rates
August 11, 2026
(Okoboji)– Nutrients in Iowa’s waterways and their likely impact on state’s high cancer rates were a topic of discussion at a seminar this past weekend during the Boji Cleanwater Jam in the Iowa Great Lakes. Dr. Larry Weber, a hydrologist and Director of the Iowa Flood Center at the University of Iowa, gave an update […]
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Dickinson County Courthouse Driver’s License Station To Be Closed Awhile This Thursday, Aug. 13th
August 11, 2026
(Spirit Lake)– The driver’s license station at the Dickinson County Courthouse is going to be closed to the public this Thursday, August 13th from 8:00 am until 1:00 pm. Dickinson County Treasurer Kris Rowley, who’s office oversees the station, says Driver’s License staff will be attending training during that time. The remainder of the Treasurer’s […]
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Spirit Lake School Board Adopts Policy For Mobility Devices Such As E-Bikes, Scooters & Skateboards
August 11, 2026
(Spirit Lake)– The operation of mobility devices on the grounds of the Spirit Lake Community Schools will no longer be allowed as the result of action taken Monday evening by the school board. Angela Olsen, Director of Learning and Development, told the board E-bikes, scooters and skateboards are included in the new policy that will […]
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SL School Board Reviews Renderings, Cost Estimates, For Proposed Facility Improvements
August 11, 2026
(Spirit Lake)– The Spirit Lake School Board Monday evening reviewed renderings and cost estimates for renovations and new construction at the elementary, middle and high school facilities, along with a possible indoor athletic facility. The proposed plans are based on recommendations from a facilities needs study that’s been ongoing for several years. Elementary Principal Jessica […]
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Search For A Missing Man With Dementia Ends On A Fortunate Note
August 10, 2026
(Estherville)– The search for a man with dementia who wandered off Saturday in Estherville ended on a positive note. Estherville police say they received a report around 8:40 am Saturday that the man had left his home on foot and couldn’t be located. Police met with family members to get a description and a missing […]
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Lakes Regional Healthcare Receives Special Honor
August 10, 2026
(Spirit Lake)– A local hospital is once again receiving a special honor. Lakes Regional Healthcare has earned a five-star rating for both nurse and physician communication in recent data from the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems. Lakes Regional Healthcare is one of only 183 hospitals nationwide and one of only eight in […]
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Minor Damage, No Injuries Reported In Garage Fire
August 10, 2026
(Milford)– Minimal damage was reported in a garage fire Sunday afternoon in Milford. Chief Jim Carpenter says his department was called to 1412 10th Street after getting a report of an unattached garage on fire… “We had no reason for it to be on fire, people hadn’t been in it for quite awhile and luckily […]
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Some Local Fuel Retailers Receive Assistance For E-15, Biodiesel Installations
August 10, 2026
(Des Moines)– Iowa’s Renewable Fuels Infrastructure program has awarded more than $2 million in cost-share grants for 38 E-15 biodiesel and infrastructure projects across the state. The funding will allow fuel retailers to install and upgrade pumps for E-15 and biodiesel. Locally, Brew Oil LLC was awarded some $161,000 to install E-15 and biodiesel pumps […]
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