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Authorities Investigating Fatal Shooting In Emmet County
June 1, 2024
(Armstrong)– An investigation is underway into a shooting in Emmet county this (Fri.) morning. Authorities say the Emmet County Communications Center received a 911 call around 6:20 am reporting shots had been fired in the 5400 block of 120th Avenue near Armstrong. The Emmet County Sheriff’s Office responded and found a man with a single […]
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High Wind, Possibly A Tornado, Heavily Damages Sheldon Business
June 1, 2024
(Sheldon)– A storm system seems to have struck eastern Sheldon, with significant localized damage. Tom Traughber of Community First Broadcasting station KIWA in Sheldon has more… There were numerous reports of what’s referred to as “cold air funnels” or “land spouts” throughout northwest Iowa this (Fri.) afternoon. The National Weather Service says that while they […]
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Dickinson County Jail Inmate Tries To Make A Run For It After A Door Was Left Unlatched
June 1, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– An inmate at the Dickinson County Jail attempted an escape late this (Friday) morning. The Dickinson County Sheriff’s Office says the inmate, Caleb Crosby, was being moved from the general population to another area of the jail for a medical consultation when he breached a door that should have been latched but was […]
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Okoboji Performing Arts Once Again Holding Summer Academy
May 31, 2024
(Milford)– An annual event for young people interested in learning more about the performing arts or creative arts is coming up again this summer. Jessica Schable of Okoboji Performing Arts says they once again will be holding their summer academy… She says it’s easy to get registered… Again, more information can be found at okobojiperformingarts.com.
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First Four Students Graduate From ILCC’s New CDL Training Program
May 31, 2024
(Emmetsburg)– Iowa Lakes Community College has announced the first four graduates of its newly established Commercial Driver’s License, or CDL, training program at the Emmetsburg Campus. College officials say all four successfully completed the program with a 100 percent passage rate, certifying them as Class A Commercial Drivers. The ILCC program was supported in part […]
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IGL Chamber Continuing To Raise Funds For July 4th Fireworks Display
May 31, 2024
(Arnolds Park)– The Fourth of July is now just a little more than a month away. Blain Andera of the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce tells KUOO news fundraising for this year’s fireworks display over West Lake Okoboji is in high gear… Andera says a donation of any amount is greatly appreciated… He […]
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Spencer Mayor Addresses Recent Street Flooding In That City
May 31, 2024
(Spencer)– Extensive street flooding that took place a couple of weeks ago in Spencer during a heavy rain event is being addressed by that city’s Mayor. One of the hardest hit areas was in the vicinity of the South T. In an update, Mayor Steve Bomgaars says the city has previously done some work in […]
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Absentee Voting Continues For Tuesday’s Primary Election
May 30, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– Absentee voting continues in advance of Tuesday’s primary election. Jordan Moyer oversees elections for the Dickinson County Auditor’s Office. She says you can do that at the courthouse… She adds if you plan to vote absentee, you need to do that soon… Moyer also has some reminders for those planning to vote this […]
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Older Iowans Will Likely Play A Major Role In Tuesday’s Primary Election
May 30, 2024
(Undated)– Advocates for Iowa’s older population are calling on seniors to vote in Tuesday’s primary election and have identified their priorities for candidates seeking their support. There are three ways to vote in Tuesday’s primary. Voters can choose to cast a ballot by mail, vote early in person at their county auditor’s office – or […]
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