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Emmet County Drug Arrests
October 8, 2024
(Estherville)– An investigation into a child custody dispute in Emmet county resulted in the arrest of a Sibley man on drug charges. The Sheriff’s Office says a deputy responded to the matter north of Estherville September 28th and discovered a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. 22-year-old Zakery Wollmuth was arrested on charges of possession of […]
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State Auditor Rob Sand Makes A Stop In Spirit Lake
October 8, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– State Auditor Rob Sand made several stops in the area today (Tues.), including one in Spirit Lake. Sand sounded off on a new state law that puts limits on the investigations his office can do, especially when those involve other state agencies… Sand says he feels it’s going to further erode government… Sand […]
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Study Into Medical Services In Clay County To Get Underway
October 8, 2024
(Spencer)– Clay county and the city of Spencer are moving ahead with a survey into medical services. The city council voted Monday evening to proceed with the study which has a total cost of $19,000, with the cost being shared 50-50 with the county. Spencer Fire/Rescue Chief Jesse Coulson… Coulson says they hope to have […]
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Iowa’s Corn & Soybean Harvest Continues To Make Progress
October 8, 2024
(Undated)– Favorable weather is allowing Iowa farmers to make good progress with the corn and soybean harvest. The Iowa Crop Progress and Condition Report shows corn harvested for grain is at 22 percent, two days behind last year but 1 day ahead of normal. The soybean harvest, meanwhile, is at 58 percent complete, four days […]
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Spencer Police Chief Expresses Concern Over Staffing Levels
October 8, 2024
(Spencer)– Spencer Police Chief Mark Warburton is expressing concern over staffing levels in his department. Warburton told the city council Monday filling positions is becoming more and more difficult as fewer people are opting to go into the law enforcement profession… Interim City Manager Kevin Robinson told the council they’re in the process of reviewing […]
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Big Changes Coming For Refuse Collection In Estherville
October 8, 2024
(Estherville)– Some big changes are coming when it comes to how garbage is collected in the city of Estherville. The city council Monday evening voted to purchase an automated garbage truck for a little more than $400,000 along with an additional $162,000 for 96 gallon containers that will be distributed to residents. The city will […]
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Fire Prevention Week Is This Week (Oct. 6th-12th)
October 7, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– This week marks the annual observance of Fire Prevention Week. Spirit Lake Fire Chief Pat Daly says this year’s theme is centered around smoke detectors… Daly says they have evidence that indicates the messages associated with Fire Prevention Week are getting through, especially with children… And when it comes to smoke detectors, Daly […]
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Voters In Emmetsburg School District To Decide Bond For New Elementary School
October 7, 2024
(Emmetsburg)– Voters in the Emmetsburg Community School District will decide the fate of a 29.75 million dollar bond issue when they head to the polls November 5th. Superintendent Cory Jennes says it would allow for construction of a new elementary school… Jennes tells news partner KTIV the current facility also no longer meets the needs […]
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State Auditor Rob Sand Holding Town Hall Sessions In Region Tues. (Oct. 8th)
October 7, 2024
(Undated)– State Auditor Rob Sand will be making several stops in the region tomorrow (Tues.) afternoon and evening. His schedule includes a visit to Spirit Lake. Sand will be at Memorial Park from 12:30 until 1:30 pm. From there he’ll travel to Estherville. Sand will be at Thoreson Park from 2:00 until 3:00 pm. Sand […]
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