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Expect To See Increased Presence Of Law Enforcement On Roads Over Thanksgiving Holiday Period
November 22, 2024
(Undated)– Expect to see an increased presence of law enforcement on the roadways over the Thanksgiving holiday period. The Iowa Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau is once again teaming up with law enforcement agencies across the state to promote safety with the theme “buckle up, every trip, every time.” Last year during Thanksgiving week, 34 people […]
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Iowa DNR Holding Meeting On Chronic Wasting Disease In Deer
November 22, 2024
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has scheduled a virtual public meeting on Thursday, December 5th at 7pm to update the public on statewide chronic wasting disease surveillance and management efforts. The meeting will be held via Zoom. Those wishing to attend must register in advance by clicking here. The public meeting is an opportunity for […]
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Walls Starting To Go Up For New H-LP Elementary School
November 22, 2024
(Lake Park)– Construction continues on the new Harris-Lake Park Elementary School. Superintendent Gary Richardson tells KUOO news the progress is becoming more visible… Voters in the Harris-Lake Park School District approved an $18.6 million bond issue back in November of 2023 that will fund not only that part of the project but also renovations at […]
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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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