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Collision Of Semi Tractor-Trailer & Cement Truck Claims A Life
November 9, 2023
(West Bend)– A collision Wednesday near West Bend involving a semi tractor-trailer and a cement truck claimed a life. The Iowa State Patrol says 27-year-old Shane Stanton of Philadelphia, Mississippi was driving the semi and 29-year-old Taylor Chance of Burt, Iowa, was driving the cement truck when two collided at an intersection. Chance died in […]
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Jackson Looking For New City Administrator & Economic Dev. Director
November 9, 2023
The City of Jackson is beginning the search for a new city administrator and economic development coordinator. Matt Skaret says he will explore other opportunities after serving as city administrator for more than five years. “Honored and privilege to have had the opportunity to serve as your administrator the past last five and half years. […]
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City Officials In Spencer Say They’re Better Prepared For Train Derailment Thanks To Recent Training
November 9, 2023
(Spencer)– City officials in Spencer say they’re better prepared now in the event of a train derailment, thanks to a recent training exercise. Mayor Steve Bomgaars says he was impressed with the drill that was coordinated by Clay County Emergency Management and Canadian Pacific Railroad… The training exercise was held October 24th.
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CASA Program Looking For Volunteers In Dickinson County
November 9, 2023
(Spirit Lake)– The Court Appointed Special Advocates, or CASA program, is looking for some volunteers in Dickinson county. CASA trains and supports community volunteers to advocate for a safe and permanent home for children who have experienced abuse and neglect. Program coordinator Kathy Fritz says they need at least four new volunteers in Dickinson county. […]
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Paving On Ia. Hwy 4 North Of Central Ave. In Estherville To Start Next Week
November 9, 2023
(Estherville)– Crews working on the Highway 4 project in Estherville are thankful for the nice weather so far, and they’re hoping it sticks around yet for awhile. City Administrator Penny Clayton told the city council earlier this week that as of then, plans were to start paving north of Highway 9, or Central Avenue, next […]
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Registration Underway For 44th Annual U Of O Winter Games Events
November 9, 2023
(Arnolds Park)– It’s time to start getting ready for the 44th Annual University of Okoboji Winter Games in the Iowa Great Lakes. Officials with the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce say registration for events like broomball, the Chili Cook-Off, snow softball, 5K Fun Run, axe throwing tournament and other events is now underway […]
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Pioneer Pride Marching Band Wraps Up A Great Season
November 9, 2023
(Milford)– The Pioneer Pride Marching Band completed its 2nd season by placing first overall at the Small Town Showdown in State Center, IA with caption awards for Best Percussion, Best Color Guard, and Best Soloist (Cole Becker, Alto Saxophone) and a strong finish at the Dutchmen Field Championships in Orange City, IA. Marching Band members […]
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Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association to present Rock 4 Vets featuring Galaxy at The Majestic Pavilion in Arnolds Park November 9
November 8, 2023
(Park)-It’s time to Rock for Vets. KUOO’s Becky Thoreson has details: The Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association will host a Rock 4 Vets Concert Thursday night. Board President Ralph Kluseman says it’s a way to honor Veterans. “I’m really passionate about this Rock 4 Vets, you know, because these are the people that have […]
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Pancake Benefit To Assist Family Of Ruben Fisher
November 8, 2023
(Milford)– Milford Cub Scout Pack 67 will hold a pancake benefit for the family of Ruben Fisher, who recently passed away unexpectedly. His son, Jaxon Fisher, has been part of Pack 67 since he was in Kindergarten and a few weeks ago received the advancement of the Arrow of Light, the final award for the […]
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