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Buckle Up For A Temperature Roller Coaster Ride
February 26, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– Get ready for some temperature whiplash over the next 24 to 36 hours. Temperatures will soar into record territory today (Mon.) as readings will climb to near 70 degrees. However, big changes lie ahead. Forecasters say a strong cold front will make its way through the region Tuesday, bringing some wind, a little […]
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ISU Extension & Outreach Offering Info. On Protecting Yourself From Fraud, Scams & Identity Theft
February 26, 2024
(Storm Lake)-– Consumer Protection Week is coming up March 3rd-9th. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is commemorating the designation by offering a workshop titled “Stay Independent: Stop, Stop, and Avoid Fraud”. It’s being offered as part of their Healthy Aging Series, geared for adults 60 and over and their caregivers. The online workshop covers […]
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Dickinson County Nature Center Summer Camp Registration starts March 1
February 23, 2024
(Okoboji)-It’s time to register for Summer Camps at The Dickinson County Nature Center. KUOO’s Becky Thoreson has details: The Dickinson County Nature Center will open registration for summer camps on Friday, March 1.Community Relations Coordinator Amy Heibult says a number of different camps will be offered. “Our summer camp theme this year is actually Nature […]
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Youth In Philanthropy Hoping To Hit $75,000 Fundraising Goal By March 31st
February 23, 2024
(Arnolds Park)– Youth in Philanthropy is in the midst of its fundraising drive for this year. They’re hoping to reach their $75,000 goal by March 31st. The money that’s raised goes toward grants for various projects. The students involved in the program review the applications submitted by nonprofits and decide upon award recipients. Those interested […]
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Emmet County Seeking Input On Hazard Mitigation Plan
February 23, 2024
(Estherville)– Emmet county is seeking public comment on an updated hazard mitigation plan. Emergency Management Coordinator Travis Sheridan says it addresses responses to disasters such as floods, tornadoes, winter storms, hazardous materials incidents and other hazards. He says the plan assesses the risks posed and identifies ways to reduce them. Sheridan says having such a […]
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Nevada Woman Sentenced In NW Iowa Drug Case
February 23, 2024
(Sioux City)– A Nevada woman has been sentenced in a federal drug case that has ties to northwest Iowa. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Iowa says 50-year-old Sabrina Bradley of Pahrump, Nevada was sentenced Wednesday to three and-a-half years in prison to conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. She pled guilty to the […]
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H.E.A.T Tactical Team Assists In Arrest Of West Okoboji Man Wanted On Warrants
February 23, 2024
(Milford)– A West Okoboji man wanted on O’Brien county warrants for harrassment was taken into custody Thursday. Milford police say they were notified shortly before 11:30 am Thursday that 26-year-old Keaton Leach was wanted on the warrants and that he had a potential to be violent toward law enforcement officers and was likely armed. The […]
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A Former NW Iowa Sheriff’s Deputy & His Wife Are Charged With Neglect
February 23, 2024
(Maurice)– A former Sioux County deputy sheriff and his wife are charged with seven counts of neglect of a dependent person. Caleb Haverdink and Jill Haverdink of Maurice were charged Thursday. The two are foster parents and according to the criminal complaint “had prior knowledge of a child in their care committing numerous acts of […]
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Team Amy Run Seeking Sponsors and Volunteers for Event May 11, 2024
February 22, 2024
(Estherville)-The 14th Annual Team Amy Run will be held in May. KUOO’s Becky Thoreson has details: Organizers of the Team Amy Run in Estherville are seeking sponsors and volunteers for the annual fundraiser.Amy Jensen’s Mother is Terri Hanson, who says the event benefits people in need in the local community. “When Amy was in the […]
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