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Gov. Kim Reynolds Extends Previously Issued Disaster Proclamations
July 23, 2024
(Des Moines)– Governor Kim Reynolds has issued an extension for previously issued proclamations that allow state resources to be used to respond to and recover from severe weather. This also includes the targeted suspension of specific regulatory requirements in affected counties. The new proclamation is effective immediately and is set to expire on August 17, […]
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Jackson County Fair Gets Underway Tuesday (July 23)
July 22, 2024
(Jackson, Mn.)– The Jackson County Fair gets underway Tuesday and runs through Saturday. Terri Bargfrede of the Jackson County Fair Board says the final preparations have been made and they look forward to seeing everyone… This year’s Jackson County Fair features a wide variety of events. In addition to the livestock and static exhibits, this […]
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Dangerous Conditions Result In U Of O Point To Point Swim Being Called Off For This Year
July 22, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– This year’s University of Okoboji Point-To-Point Swim is being called off until next year. In a press release, officials with the event organizer, YMCA of the Okoboji’s, say the decision was made due to conditions on both Pikes Point and Gull Point beaches. Those who have registered for this year’s event will receive […]
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AARP Iowa Making Rounds With Resource R-V
July 22, 2024
(Undated)– A-A-R-P Iowa is on a road trip – taking knowledge to family caregivers wherever they are, helping them learn more about the resources that may be available to them. It’s part of the association’s larger effort to educate people about caregiving in Iowa. A-A-R-P Iowa data show the state’s 330-thousand unpaid family caregivers provide […]
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DNR: Mitigating Future Shoreline Collapses Is A Priority
July 22, 2024
(Okoboji)– Work to repair the 70-some shoreline collapses in the Iowa Great Lakes will include an examination to see if there’s any particular factors that are in common with the failures. Mike Hawkins of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources says the investigation into that will play a critical role into any mitigation efforts in […]
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Sheep, Goats Take Center Stage Today (Mon.) At Dickinson County Fair
July 22, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– The Dickinson County 4-H and FFA Fair continues through Thursday at the fairgrounds in Spirit Lake. Today’s (Mon.) events include the sheep show; Goat Show, and the Fashion and Communications Showcase. The day concludes with a dinner by the Beef Producers from 5:00 until 7:00 pm at the fairgrounds, along with the Pie […]
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Single Vehicle Crash Seriously Injures Woman
July 20, 2024
(Lakefield, Mn.)– A single vehicle crash Thursday on Highway 86 near Windom sent one person to the hospital. The Minnesota State Patrol says 69-year-old Jean Sabatka of Lakefield was driving a 1974 Volkswagen Beetle northbound when she lost control of the vehicle, which went into the ditch and rolled. Sabatka sustained life threatening injuries in […]
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FEMA Representatives Hit The Ground In Dickinson County
July 19, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– Dickinson County Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Ehret says FEMA representatives are already on the ground in Dickinson county, just a day after it was announced the county is now eligible for individual disaster assistance… Ehret encourages anyone who believes they may be eligible for individual assistance to get signed up… Ehret says the […]
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Missing Jackson Man Found Safe Near Ocheyedan
July 19, 2024
(Jackson, Mn.)– An elderly man with dementia who went missing Thursday from Jackson county has been found safe in northwest Iowa. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office says 87-year-old Ordell Skogen of Jackson had left his home around 3:40 pm in a red 2016 Toyota Rav 4. Authorities say Skogen has no sense of direction. He […]
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