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Some Sibley Residents Are Under A Boil Advisory
August 19, 2025
(Sibley)– A broken water main has resulted in the issuance of a boil advisory for some Sibley residents. City officials say the precautionary measure stems from repairs that were made earlier today (Monday) to a broken water main in the area of 7th Avenue and 7th Street in Sibley. The boil advisory is for residents […]
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Intersection On SW Side Of Big Spirit Lake To Close For Construction
August 19, 2025
(Orleans)– As part of the Orleans 140th Street Improvements project, the intersection of 240th Avenue (Peoria Ave.) and 140th Street will be closing on Monday, August 25th for construction. Project engineers say the closure is expected to last four weeks. Traffic will need to detour around on gravel to the west or around Big Spirit […]
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City Of Estherville Re-Visiting Sign Ordinance
August 19, 2025
(Estherville)– The city of Estherville is re-visiting its sign ordinance, specifically for businesses in the downtown area. City Administrator Penny Clayton told city council members Monday evening they’re looking at possible revisions, clarifications and simplifications to make it easier for more uniform enforcement. But Clayton says they will be somewhat limited in making any changes […]
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Dickinson County Warning Sirens Undergoing Maintenance
August 18, 2025
(Spirit Lake)– Dickinson county’s outdoor warning system will be undergoing maintenance over the next couple of days. Officials say the work will be taking place today (Monday, 8/18) and Tuesday (8/19), and that the sirens may briefly sound. Severe weather is NOT expected during those times.
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Blood Drive Coming Up Tuesday (Aug. 19th) In Jackson
August 18, 2025
(Jackson, Mn.)– A blood drive will be held Tuesday (Aug. 19th) in Jackson. Ken Versteeg, Executive Director of Community Blood Bank, says it will be taking place from 8:00 am until 11:00 am at Sanford Jackson Medical Center… “We’re not in Jackson very often but we are owned by Sanford Medical Center and Avera Health. […]
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INHF Continues Fundraising To Purchase Tract Environmentally Sensitive Land In Arnolds Park
August 18, 2025
(Arnolds Park)– Fundraising continues by the Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation for the proposed purchase of 73 acres of land in an evironmentally sensitive area in Arnolds Park. The INHF has until October 31st of this year to raise $1.9 million. If the effort is successful, the foundation will place a conservation easement on the land, […]
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Overnight Thunderstorms Dump 3-5 Inches Of Rain On Iowa Great Lakes
August 18, 2025
(Spirit Lake)– Heavy thunderstorms early this (Monday) morning brought torrential rain, gusty wind and hail to the Iowa Great Lakes. 3.55 inches of rain fell at the KUOO studios. 4.5 inches was reported in Lake Park. Street flooding was reported in Spirit Lake. Authorities say the water has since receded as of 7:30 am as […]
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Additional Hydrant Flushing To Take Place Next Week In Spencer
August 15, 2025
(Spencer)– Spencer Municipal Utilities will be conducting some additional hydrant flushing next week, this time in the southern part of the city. SMU officials say the flushing will take place in neighborhoods south of the Little Sioux River beginning Monday, August 18th and continuing through Friday, September 5th. Residents in that area of Spencer are […]
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