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Hartley Woman Arrested on Felony Contraband Charges
August 8, 2024
(Alton)-A Hartley woman has been arrested on felony contraband charges after her arrest in Alton. According to a criminal complaint in Sioux County, 43-year-old Karmen Pace of Hartley is accused of marijuana possession, OWI, and possession of a controlled substance in a correctional facility. She was arrested this past weekend. In a statement, a Sioux […]
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FEMA Approves $61 Million for Iowans
August 7, 2024
(Des Moines) – FEMA has approved more than $61 million for survivors of this spring’s flooding, severe storms and tornadoes in Iowa. FEMA has provided $56 million in Individual Assistance money to help survivors with home repairs, paying for a temporary place to live and other serious needs not covered by insurance. In addition, FEMA’s […]
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Spencer City Council Updated on FEMA’s Buyout Program for Flood Damaged or Destroyed Residential Property
August 7, 2024
(Spencer)-The Spencer City Council Monday evening was updated on the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Buyout Program of flood damaged or destroyed residential property. Deputy City Manager Kevin Robinson says, the city would need to opt into the program, gather interest from impacted property owners and identify areas for flood mitigation: “What will happen is, FEMA […]
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Voters reminded to Update Voter Registration to New Address when They Move
August 7, 2024
(Spirit Lake)-A public hearing held during Tuesday’s Dickinson County Board of Supervisors meeting drives home the point that if you move, you need to update your voter registration. The hearing stemmed from research done by a Dickinson County resident that turned up several people on the voter rolls that no longer reside in the county. […]
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Kyle Ricke’s Defense Team Requests New Trial
August 7, 2024
(Spirit Lake)-Kyle Ricke, the man convicted of shooting and killing Algona police officer Kevin Cram in September of 2023, is requesting a new trial. On Monday, Ricke’s defense team filed a motion, saying there was insufficient evidence to establish beyond a reasonable doubt that Ricke acted with malice or premeditation. Ricke was convicted by a […]
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Groundbreaking For New H-LP Elementary Set For August 19th
August 6, 2024
(Lake Park)– The Harris-Lake Park Community School District will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for a new elementary school Monday, August 19th at 11:15 am. The event will be held on the site immediately adjacent to the middle school-high school in Lake Park. There will be several keynote speakers, including school and city officials as well […]
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Okoboji Middle School Launching Pathfinder Academy This Fall
August 6, 2024
(Milford)– A new program is being added this coming school year for students at the Okoboji Middle School. Principal Ryan Cunningham says the Pathfinder Academy is a work-based learning program designed specifically for 7th and 8th grade students… Cunningham says one of the primary goals of the program is to give students insights into potential […]
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Kossuth/Palo Alto County Economic Development Corp. Has New Leader
August 6, 2024
(Algona)– The Kossuth and Palo Alto County Economic Development Corporation has a new leader. Tod Faris will become the new director effective September 23rd, replacing Maureen Elbert who will be retiring this fall. Faris has nearly 16 years of experience in economic development leadership. He most recently served as Economic Development and Community Relations Manager […]
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Clay County Traffic Stop Results In Drug Charges
August 6, 2024
(Spencer)– Authorities in Clay county have released details into a traffic stop back on July 31st of this year that resulted in the arrest of a Minnesota woman on drug charges. The Sheriff’s Office says the stop was made around 11:00 am that morning and that a deputy discovered a marijuana vape pen in the […]
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