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Dickinson County Historical Society Embarks On $250,000 Fundraising Campaign
November 3, 2023
(Spirit Lake)– The Dickinson County Historical Society is embarking upon a $250,000 capital campaign. Jonathan Reed, the group’s President, tells KUOO news it all actually started a couple of years ago… As we reported previously, interactive displays, including a virtual display of what it was like coming into Spirit Lake while riding the Milwaukee Road […]
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Estherville Police Stepping Up Enforcement Of “Jake Brake” Ordinance
November 3, 2023
(Estherville)– Police in Estherville say they’re increasing enforcement of the city’s engine brake, or “jake brake” ordinance. Police Chief Brent Shatto says jake braking is only allowed for trucks that have mufflers. Otherwise, he says it’s against the city ordinance unless they’re being used in the event of an emergency. Shatto says they’ve been getting […]
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Rash Of Burglaries To Outbuildings Has Authorities Urging Everyone To Be Extra Vigilant
November 3, 2023
(Undated)– Authorities throughout the region are reminding everyone to secure outbuildings. They say there’s been multiple reports recently of burglaries and thefts involving outbuildings and vehicles, and in some cases, hog confinements. They urge everyone to keep items secured and report any suspicious activity when you see it. Those with security cameras are asked to […]
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Work Continues On U.S. Hwy 71 In Lakes Area & Iowa Hwy 4 In Estherville
November 2, 2023
(Undated)– Work continues on a couple of major road projects in the area. Dakin Schultz of the Iowa Department of Transportation’s regional office in Sioux City says in spite of the colder weather, the contractor on the Highway 71 project through the lakes corridor continue to make progress… Schultz says the contractor plans to continue […]
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Crash On Hwy 86 Just North Of Iowa-Minn. Border Seriously Injures Woman
November 2, 2023
(Lakefield, Mn.)– A crash this (Thurs.) morning on Highway 86 a mile north of the Iowa-Minnesota border injured a Lakefield woman. The Minnesota State Patrol says it involved a 2020 Jeep Cherokee driven by 54-year-old Heather Croatt of Lakefield and a 2016 Freightliner semi tractor driven by 56-year-old Alan Cords of Janesville, Minnesota. Troopers say […]
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Midwest Economic Report For October Has Mixed Indicators
November 2, 2023
(Omaha)– A monthly Midwest economic report for October is a bit of a mixed bag. The nine-state Mid-America Business Conditions Index is down from last month, but still showing growth. Creighton University Economist Ernie Goss says it’s also showing some pessimism among business leaders… He says he’s still holding onto the prospect that the Midwest […]
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ILCC Unveiling Center Of Excellence For Veteran Student Success
November 2, 2023
(Emmetsburg)– Iowa Lakes Community College will host an open house for its Center of Excellence for Veteran Student success on the Emmetsburg Campus Friday morning. Veterans Center Director Tim Ireland says the facility has been upgraded… He adds that the public is welcome to stop by to see the updates… Refreshments will be offered at […]
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Man Accused Of Knocking Down Road Signs In O’Brien & Sioux Counties
November 2, 2023
(Primghar)– A Sheldon teen is accused of striking road signs in O’Brien and Sioux counties while driving a pickup. The Sioux County Sheriff’s Office says 19-year-old Riely Andringa of Sheldon was arrested Tuesday on a charge of criminal mischief. Authorities say the incidents allegedly took place this past Friday in the Sheldon and Matlock areas, […]
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