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Spencer Man Sentenced On Federal Child Porn Charge
January 5, 2024
(Sioux City)– A Spencer man has been sentenced to a little more than four years in federal prison on a charge of possession of child pornography. 42-year-old Leighton Jones pleaded guilty to the charge in August, 2023 and was sentenced Thursday in U.S. District Court in Sioux City. Evidence showed that between January 1st, 2012 […]
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Area School Superintendents Address Shooting At Perry High School
January 4, 2024
(Spencer)– Administrators and Superintendents at some area school districts are offering their thoughts on Thursday’s school shooting in Perry. Area superintendents say they want families to know that school officials are in close contact with local law enforcement, even though the incident in Perry was said to be isolated. They add the safety of students, […]
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Spencer Hospital Records Its First Birth Of 2024
January 4, 2024
(Spencer)– Spencer Hospital has recorded its first birth of 2024. Liam Lopez was born at 4:00 am Wednesday, January 3rd. His parents are Jessica Rojas and Juan Lopez. Liam weighed 5 pounds, 6 ounces and measured at 18.25 inches long. Dr. Nathaniel Meyer of Avera Medical Group Spencer delivered the healthy baby boy. Liam is […]
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Prairie Lakes AEA Relocates Its Storm Lake Operations To New Site
January 4, 2024
(Storm Lake)– The Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency has relocated its Storm Lake office to a new and improved facility at 2004 Expansion Boulevard. Officials with the agency say it’s part of their commitment to enhance services and to create an even more conducive workplace for employees. The new location includes a new hearing booth […]
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Okoboji Foundation Now Accepting Applications For 2024 Grant Cycle
January 4, 2024
(Arnolds Park)– The Okoboji Foundation is now accepting applications for their 2024 grant cycle. Foundation President Mindy Gress says nonprofits in the Iowa Great Lakes Area are encouraged to submit requests… Gress says they’ll have about $350,000 in funds available for grants this year… Grant applications can be found at okobojifoundation.org and may also be […]
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Spencer Fire/Rescue Awarded Grant To Purchase Some Special Equipment
January 4, 2024
(Spencer)– Spencer Fire & Rescue has been awarded a grant to purchase a device that detects the amount of anhydrous ammonia that’s in the air. Chief Jesse Coulson says they received a $3,000 grant for the equipment… Coulson says they’ll also be purchasing some items to assist in calibrating the new device.
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Utility Scam Alert
January 4, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– Another scam alert to pass along. We’ve been hearing reports from residents and even some businesses in the area receiving phone calls from someone purporting to be with their utility provider, claiming you are delinquent in paying your bill and demanding immediate payment. Officials say it’s a scam and another attempt to gain […]
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Spencer City Council Adopts Revised Flood Plain Maps
January 4, 2024
(Spencer)– Some revisions have been made to the flood plain zoning map in the city of Spencer. City Manager Dan Gifford says it stems from requirements on the state and federal levels that need to be met in order for Spencer residents to be able to purchase flood insurance… The city council Tuesday approved the […]
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First Baby Of 2024 Born At Lakes Regional Healthcare
January 4, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– The first baby of 2024 has been delivered at Lakes Regional Healthcare. Jonathan Tenoch was born at 7:03 am Tuesday, January 2nd. His parents are Paula Arellano and Jose Sanchez of Spirit Lake. Jonathon weighed 6 pounds, 8 ounces and 19 inches long. Lakes Regional Healthcare and St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Spirit […]
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