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Fundraising Campaign For Renovations At JCC Indoor Pool Getting Organized

May 22, 2025

(Jackson, Mn.)– A campaign to raise funds for renovations of the indoor pool in Jackson is about to get underway. Jeff Johnson serves as co-chairman of the Jackson County Central Pool Task Force, which just recently began meeting again… Johnson says the indoor pool at Jackson County Central High School needs an estimated $7 million […]

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Jackson Community Foundation Announces Grant Awards

May 22, 2025

(Jackson, Mn.)– The Jackson Community Foundation has announced its 2025 grant recipients. They include: -JCC Schools- AED Machines and Vision/Hearing Screening equipment.-Jackson County Trails- Educational Trail Decals.-Jackson Library- Vintage Bookshelf Board Games.-Jackson Center for the Arts- Healthy Food Access Program.-Rebulding Together- Home Repair Program for Jackson, MN.-Rhythm of the River- Transportation, Safety, and Signage for […]

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Sherwood Forest Park Ribbon Cutting Set For June 12th

May 22, 2025

(Okoboji)– A ribbon cutting event is now scheduled for Sherwood Forest Park, located at the site of the former Inn Golf Course in Okoboji. The project is under the auspices of the Dickinson County Conservation Board. Spokesperson Amy Heibult says they’re excited as the work winds down… Heibult says the new park will offer a […]

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Investigation Into Vehicle Fire Lands Two Men In Jail On Drug Charges

May 21, 2025

(Spencer)– An investigation into a car fire Tuesday evening in Spencer resulted in the arrests of two men on drug charges. In a press release, Spencer police say they were called around 6:11 pm after getting a report of a vehicle on fire at 503 East 9th Street. Upon arriving and making contact with the […]

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ILCC To Offer Additional Transfer Major Degrees Starting This Fall

May 21, 2025

(Estherville)– Iowa Lakes Community College is expanding academic opportunities for students planning to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Executive Dean Kyle Norris tells KUOO news ILCC will be launching several new Transfer Major degrees this coming fall… Norris says it allows students to stay close to home while also saving on tuition costs the first couple […]

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