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Gov. Kim Reynolds Comments On City Of Okoboji Letter
July 11, 2024
(Spencer)– Governor Kim Reynolds says she has reviewed the letter from the city of Okoboji regarding flood damage and debris in the Iowa Great Lakes and that she is aware of the problem. Reynolds made the comments in a stop late Wednesday in Spencer… Reynolds also commented on the ad-hoc committee that has been put […]
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Arnolds Park City Council Discusses Annexation Request
July 11, 2024
(Arnolds Park)– The Arnolds Park City Council Wednesday set the wheels in motion to annex some land for a new residential development just east of the Emerald Hills Golf Course. As we’ve reported previously, a 97 unit development known as Emerald Estates is being planned for that area. The site is currently in the county […]
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IGL Sanitary District Ends Its Last Bypass
July 10, 2024
(Milford)– The Iowa Great Lakes Sanitary District says it is no longer bypassing wastewater. Director Steve Anderson says it’s last bypass ended Monday. He says even though the Okoboji’s are still above flood stage, the sanitary sewer collection system is now able to keep up with flows. Anderson notes, however, 64 lift stations are running […]
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Kyle Ricke’s Mom, Sister, Among Those Testifying In His 1st Degree Murder Trial
July 10, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– Some family members are among those testifying in the 1st degree murder trial of Kyle Ricke, who’s accused of fatally shooting Algona Police Officer Kevin Cram on September 13th of last year. Ricke’s mother, Irene, was among those taking the stand. She talked about how her son was distraught after having been arrested […]
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City Of Milford Cracking Down On Those Not Picking Up After Their Pets
July 10, 2024
(Milford)– If your dog does it’s business in Milford and you don’t pick it up, be prepared to get a citation. Mayor Steve Anderson says dog excrement in parks, playgrounds and ball fields is becoming a real problem… Anderson says they may be forced to take additional action should the problem continue.
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Summit Carbon Solutions Holding Meetings On Plans To Expand Pipeline Project
July 10, 2024
(Des Moines)– Summit Carbon Solutions has scheduled public meetings in 23 Iowa counties on plans to expand its pipeline route to serve additional ethanol plants. The pipeline would be extended by 340 miles. The Iowa Utilities Board recently approved plans by Summit to build along its original 688 mile route through the state — if […]
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City Officials In Okoboji Taking Concerns Over High Lake Levels & Related Damage Directly To Governor
July 10, 2024
(Okoboji)– City officials in Okoboji are taking their concerns over ongoing high water levels and shoreline collapses in the Iowa Great Lakes directly to Des Moines. City council members Tuesday evening signed off on a letter to Governor Kim Reynolds requesting immediate action be taken at the state level. Council member Julie Andres says they […]
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Spirit Lake City Council Paves Way For New Residential Development
July 10, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– A new residential development is in the works in Spirit Lake. The city council Tuesday approved a final plat and agreement with developer Seth Hellenga for the 3rd phase of Pointe of Pines on the north side of 36th Street west of the water tower, on the city’s south side. City Attorney/Administrator Gregg […]
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Seasons Center To Hold A Second Event For Children Impacted By Flooding
July 9, 2024
(Spencer)– Seasons Center for Behavioral Health will hold another event for youth impacted by flooding. It’s scheduled for 6:30 pm this Thursday, July 11th, at Hope Church at 919 Grand Avenue in Spencer. Stephanie Pohar, Vice President of Marketing and Fund Development for Seasons Center, says it’s in response to great feedback they received from […]
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