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Mayor Of Spencer Reflects On What Happened Six Months Ago
December 26, 2024
(Spencer)– The Mayor of Spencer took a few minutes at a recent city council meeting to reflect on what happened in that community six months ago. Steve Bomgaars says the June flood made 2024 the most trying year in the history of that city… Bomgaars concluded his statement by saying that despite the devastation, there’s […]
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Christmas Tree Drop-offs Now Available
December 26, 2024
(Arnolds Park)– If you’re wondering what to do with those natural Christmas trees and evergreen garland, we have an answer for you. Morgan Strauss of the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce tells KUOO news they once again have established drop-off points at two locations in the Lakes Area where they can be placed […]
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JCC School Board Will Have Some New Faces On It After First Of The Year
December 26, 2024
(Jackson, Mn.)– The Jackson County Central school board will have some new faces on it after the first of the year. Rhonda Moore, Corey Hanson, Troy Schultz, Betty Hargan and Tina Polz will be sworn in. Polz and Schultz are incumbents. Current board members Jody Thrush Withers and Amy Voss did not file for re-election. […]
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Two Teens Cited For Possession Of Controlled Substance
December 26, 2024
(Spencer)– Two teens face charges in connection with a traffic stop Monday in the 2600 mile of Highway 18 in Clay county. Authorities say a deputy conducted the stop for a traffic violation and saw tobacco in the vehicle and knew the occupants were underage. A search of the vehicle turned up marijuana and nicotine […]
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Deadline For Winter Games Cheerleader Nominations Is This Coming Tuesday
December 26, 2024
(Arnolds Park)– A reminder: the deadline to submit nominations for cheerleaders for the 2025 University of Okoboji Winter Games is this coming Tuesday, December 31st. Nominees must be at least 18 years of age, must be a resident of Dickinson county or work in the county. They should exhibit a ready smile, generous heart, good […]
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Additional Services Announced For Hartley Family Care Center Clinic
December 26, 2024
(Hartley)– Some enhancements are planned for 2025 at Hartley Family Care Center Clinic. Spencer Hospital, who operates the clinic, announced recently Dr. Craig Simons, D.O., will be joining the staff at the Hartley facility. He is a graduate of the University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. He completed his […]
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Investigation Underway Into Waterfowl Deaths In Southern Minnesota
December 26, 2024
(St. Paul, MN)– The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is investigating the death of dozens of waterfowl in the southern half of the state. The agency says it received more than two dozen reports in 20 counties through the middle of this month. The birds that died include Canadian geese and different types of swans. […]
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New Laws To Go In Effect First Of The Year In Iowa
December 26, 2024
(Des Moines)– A handful of laws in Iowa are going into effect at the start of the new year. This includes House File 674, which increases vehicle registration and title fees. Applications for initial registration and a title of a vehicle or commercial vehicle will increase from 20 to 30-dollars. The new fee will also […]
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Other Than Some Fog, Travel Conditions Locally For Christmas Should Be Good
December 24, 2024
(Undated)– Other than some fog, travel for the Christmas holiday shouldn’t be too much of an issue locally. Visibility through the day today (Tues.) should be relatively good, but forecasters say fog will likely settle back into the region around sunset and could become locally dense overnight into Christmas morning. Temperatures will continue to be […]
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