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Power Outage Planned For Tues. (9/24) For An Area Of Milford
September 23, 2024
(Milford)– A project to upgrade Milford’s electrical distribution system will result in a power outage Tuesday (Sept. 24th) for some residents in that city. Officials with Milford Municipal Utilities say the planned outage will take place from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm and will affect the area from 6th Street to 11th Street and Highway […]
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Car Vs. Bicycle Collision Seriously Injures Woman
September 23, 2024
(Spencer)– A Spencer woman was seriously injured Thursday evening when a vehicle collided with the bicycle she was riding east of Spencer. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office says 22-year-old Carissa Gittins of Laurens was driving a 2021 Nissan Rogue westbound in the 2300 mile of 340th Street when she became blinded by the sun and […]
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Authorities Warn Of A New Email Extortion Scam Making The Rounds
September 23, 2024
(Undated)– Area law enforcement agencies say they have received reports recently of an email extortion scam involving a threat to “expose internet browsing habits” of the recipient. The scam involves the email sender claiming to have installed spyware, often referred to as Pegasus, on the recipients’ computer and demanding payment by Bitcoin or they will […]
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Local Support Group Offers Assistance To Caregivers Of Those Suffering From Alzheimer’s/Dementia
September 23, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– If you are a caregiver for someone suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, or know of someone who is, a group is available locally to offer support. Milt Nolting of Spirit Lake heads it up. He says while it’s been in existence since about 2019, not everyone may be familiar with the group… […]
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Nominees Selected For 3A District Judge Vacancy
September 23, 2024
(Sioux City)– The 3A Judicial Nominating Commission met Friday (Sept. 20th) and selected attorneys Adam Miller of Cherokee and Lisa Steffen of Milford as nominees for the 3A District Court Judge vacancy. The vacancy was created by the upcoming retirement of Judge Nancy Whittenburg October 31st. A total of six applicants were considered for the […]
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Time To Get Ready For Cold & Flu Season
September 23, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– The upcoming cold and flu season could be a bad one. Katy Carey, Lakes Regional Healthcare Director of Population and Public Health, says it appears three different respiratory viruses will be making the rounds again this season… When it comes to flu, Carey says they’re expecting two different strains to be prevalent this […]
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Van Vs. Semi Collision Sends Two People To The Hospital
September 22, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– Two people were injured when a van collided with a semi Thursday on Highway 86 near Cutty’s. The Dickinson County Sheriff’s Office says 51-year-old Mark Mendenhall of Fort Dodge was driving a 2014 Toyota Sienna southbound when he crossed the centerline and collided with a northbound semi tractor/trailer driven by 51-year-old David Marso […]
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Historic Building In Spencer Damaged In The June Flood Is Being Purchased
September 21, 2024
(Spencer)– A historic building in downtown Spencer that was heavily damaged in the June flood is being purchased. Andrew Maurer and a non-profit group have announced their intention to purchase the former Tangney Hotel. Maurer’s family has a long history with the building. He says he plans to renovate the structure, which would include commercial […]
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Former Armstrong Police Chief Sentenced
September 21, 2024
(Armstrong)– A former Armstrong Police Chief has been sentenced as part of an investigation into corruption involving several other former city officials. 47-year-old Craig Merrill entered an Alford plea on two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon. He entered the plea just as his trial was to get underway several weeks ago. Merrill Tuesday […]
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Propane Users Urged To Be Thinking Ahead
September 20, 2024
(Des Moines)– Those who use propane to heat their homes and farmers who use the fuel for grain drying are being urged to plan ahead. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig says now is a good time to top off your tank. A press release from the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship says […]
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