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Two NW Iowans Appointed To Soil Conservation & Water Quality Committee
November 22, 2024
(Des Moines)– Two northwest Iowans are among those who will serve on the State Soil Conservation and Water Quality Committee. They include Colleen Miller, a farmer from Albert City, and Ramona Nitz a board member of the Cherokee County Soil and Water Conservation District. Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig announced the appointments Wednesday. Miller and […]
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Lakes Area Businessman & Arnolds Park City Council Member Passes Away
November 21, 2024
(Arnolds Park)– A well known lakes area businessman and a current member of the Arnolds Park City Council has passed away. James “Jim” Jensen was 74. Jim was a previous manager and owner of Okoboji Boat Works and was previously a captain of the Queen II. Jensen most recently was a realtor with Jensen Real […]
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New Veteran’s Center Being Unveiled At Estherville Campus Of ILCC
November 21, 2024
(Estherville)– An open house will be held Friday (Nov. 22nd) for the recently opened Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success at the Estherville campus of Iowa Lakes Community College. Tim Ireland, Veterans Center Director, tells KUOO news the center offers a number of resources to support veterans transitioning to civilian life… Ireland says the […]
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Clay County Traffic Stop Results In Multiple Arrests
November 21, 2024
(Spencer)– A traffic stop early this past Sunday in Clay county landed several people in jail on various charges. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy pulled over the vehicle for a speeding violation and reported the smell of an alcoholic beverage coming from it. The deputy also observed a marijuana vape pen. A […]
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City Of Spencer Inspecting Mailboxes
November 21, 2024
(Spencer)– While area road crews are getting snow removal equipment ready for another season, officials in Spencer have been conducting another operation. Mark White is that city’s Public Works Director… White made his comments as part of his update to the Spencer City Council at their meeting earlier this week.
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Okoboji Schools Hold Input Session On Construction Designs
November 21, 2024
(Milford)– Patrons of the Okoboji Community School District had a firsthand opportunity Wednesday to review and give input on plans and designs for the new elementary and additions and renovations to the high school. Kendra Hage of the CoOp Architectural Firm in Sioux Falls outlined some of what they’ve come up with so far for […]
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ELC Schools Seeking Input On Facility Needs
November 20, 2024
(Estherville)– The Estherville-Lincoln Central School Board is seeking the public’s input when it comes to future facilities needs. Superintendent Aiddy Phomvisay says the feedback will assist the board in developing a strategic facilities plan to enhance student achievement and to promote growth and retention. The deadline for completing the online survey is December 12th. You […]
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Spirit Lake & Superior Fire Depts. Battle Hay Bale Fire
November 20, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– Firefighters from Spirit Lake and Superior had to contend with strong wind and cold temperatures while battling a hay bale fire this (Wed.) morning. Spirit Lake Fire Chief Pat Daly says they were called around 6:50 am to 1416 255th Avenue, which is just north of Fed Ex. He says eight to nine […]
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Pursuit Through Spencer Ends Tragically
November 20, 2024
(Spencer)– A pursuit through a portion of Spencer late Tuesday afternoon involving a stolen vehicle ended on a tragic note. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle in the intersection of 11th Street Southwest and 11th Avenue Southwest in Spencer around 4:10 pm. Authorities say the driver, […]
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