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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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This Year’s OEI Described As Being Another Big Success
September 20, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– This year’s Okoboji Entrepreneurial Institute held in August is described as being another big success. Alyssa Petersen of the Iowa Lakes Corridor Development Corporation, which puts on the event, says 28 students from six Iowa universities participated this year… She says OEI students were also involved in a community service project that week […]
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Early Absentee Voting Is Underway In Minnesota
September 20, 2024
(Jackson, MN) — Early absentee voting is beginning across Minnesota today. Those eligible to cast a ballot are able to do so by mail or in-person now through November fourth, the day before Election Day. More than 50-thousand state residents who have served prison sentenced can now participate in this year’s presidential election in Minnesota […]
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Woman Sentenced On Forgery Charge
September 20, 2024
(Storm Lake)– A Laurens woman will serve up to five years in prison for committing forgery. 38-year-old Tammy Steiner pleaded guilty in early July to the crime of Forgery, a class D felony. Steiner was sentenced to a prison term not to exceed five years with the Iowa Department of Corrections. Steiner was accused of […]
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City Of Spencer Wants To Meet With Federal & State Lawmakers
September 19, 2024
(Spencer)– The city of Spencer plans to meet with state and federal representatives as flood recovery operations continue. Mayor Steve Bomgaars says the city typically meets with lawmakers annually in about December, but he says they want to bump that up given what took place this summer… Bomgaars informed the city council of those plans […]
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Video Featuring Iowa Lakes Corridor Selected To Premier At Twin Cities Film Fest
September 19, 2024
(Spencer)– A new video series highlighting life in various communities throughout Minnesota and Iowa is about to make its debut. Titled “My Town”, the YouTube and Facebook series highlights life in rural towns in Minnesota and Iowa. It’s produced by Twin Cities journalist Cory Hepola. The first season features a piece on Buena Vista, Clay, […]
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A Representative Of U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley Will Hold Open Office Hours In The Region Next Week
September 19, 2024
(Washington, D.C.)– A representative of U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley will be holding open office hours Thursday, September 26th in two counties in our area. Regional Director Jacob Bossman will be at the Palo Alto County Courthouse in Emmetsburg from 10:30 to 11:30 am. He will also be at the Emmet County Courthouse that afternoon from […]
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