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Corridor Seeking Nominations For Business Recognition Luncheon
November 8, 2023
(Spencer)– The Iowa Lakes Corridor Development Corporation is seeking nominations for awards for its 13th annual Business Recognition Luncheon coming up in January. The ceremony recognizes business and individuals in the region for job creation, investment and fostering quality of life. Nominations are being sought for Small Business Excellence with fewer than 30 employees; Large […]
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People For Pets To Hold Major Fundraising Event
November 8, 2023
(Spencer)– A major fundraising event for People for Pets in Spencer is coming up this Saturday, November 11th at 5:30 pm at Occasions at 104 East 4th Street in Spencer… The meal will consist of two drinks, appetizers, brats, sides and desserts. Tickets are $40 each with all of the proceeds going toward the operations […]
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H-LP School Officials Express Gratitude After Passage Of Bond Issue
November 8, 2023
(Lake Park)– As we reported previously, a bond issue to construct a new elementary school onto the existing middle school-high school facility was overwhelmingly supported by voters in the Harris-Lake Park School District Tuesday. Superintendent Gary Richardson says they’re thankful to the community and everyone who supported the issue… He says giving the community a […]
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Unofficial City/School Election Results
November 8, 2023
Unofficial city election results for Dickinson county: Arnolds Park, Jim Hussong was unopposed for Mayor with 151. There were three at-large seats open on the city council. Incumbents John Adams, Jason Christensen and James Jensen were all re-elected. Adams received 129 votes; Christensen 116 and James Jensen 109. A challenger, Mike Koppert, received 73. In […]
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HPAI Confirmed In Kossuth County
November 8, 2023
(Algona)– Highly pathogenic avian influenza, or HPAI, has been confirmed in yet another county in the region. The USDA says a positive case has been identified in a breeding flock in Kossuth county. HPAI has also been confirmed recently in Buena Vista, Clay and Pocahontas counties. Governor Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for […]
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Spirit Lake Drama & Music Departments to present The SpongeBob Musical
November 7, 2023
(Spirit Lake)-Spirit Lake High School will present their Fall Musical this weekend. KUOO’s Becky Thoreson has details: The Spirit Lake Drama and Music Departments will present The SpongeBob Musical this weekend. Aiden Holdors plays the beloved cartoon character. “I’ll be honest, there’s a lot of pressure because everybody knows SpongeBob, everyone knows what he’s like. […]
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Friends of The Auditorium to present USO Veterans Day Concert on Saturday
November 7, 2023
(Worthington)-There’s a special Veterans Day show on tap in Worthington this weekend. KUOO’s Becky Thoreson has details: The Friends of the Auditorium will present a Veterans Day USO Show on Saturday afternoon at The Memorial Auditorium in Worthington. Managing Director Tammy Makram says Veterans will receive free admission. “Veterans Day happens to fall on a […]
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Spencer City Council Approves Sale Of Two City-Owned Lots To NW Iowa Corridor Habitat For Humanity
November 7, 2023
(Spencer)– The Spencer City Council Monday evening approved the sale of two city owned lots to the Northwest Iowa Corridor Habitat For Humanity. The action followed a public hearing that drew no comments. The lots previously had structures on them that were declared nuisances and were demolished by the city. John Bjornstad, the new Executive […]
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Dickinson County Supervisors Hear Update On New 911 Radio System
November 7, 2023
(Spirit Lake)– The Dickinson County Board of Supervisors this (Tues.) morning heard an update on the installation of the county’s new 911 radio system. Dickinson County Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Ehret says to date, they’ve spent some $2.5 million on the $6.1 million dollar project. He says they’re roughly half-way complete with it… Ehret says […]
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