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Another Reminder Of The Region 3 REAP Assembly Thursday (July 23rd) In Okoboji
July 22, 2026
(Okoboji)– Another reminder of the Region 3 REAP Assembly that will be taking place tomorrow (Thurs.) in Okoboji. REAP, or Resource Enhancement and Protection program, is overseen by the Iowa DNR. Michelle Wilson of that agency serves as REAP Coordinator… “When they put the law together in 1989 they put this other piece in place […]
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City Officials In Spencer Sound Off On Social Media Posts Alleging “Flock” Cameras Are In Place In That City
July 22, 2026
(Spencer)– City officials in Spencer say social media posts indicating so-called “flock” cameras, or license plate readers, have been installed in the city’s downtown area are false. City Manager Kevin Robinson told the city council Monday some are apparently mistakenly associating them with other cameras present on Grand Avenue… “I want to be very clear. […]
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Vettes In The Park Is This Saturday (July 25th)
July 22, 2026
(Arnolds Park)– A longstanding annual event will be taking place this weekend at Arnolds Park. Bob Faulkner of the University of Okoboji Corvette Club says the annual “Vettes In The Parks” will be going on Saturday (July 25th). He tells KUOO news they’re expecting in excess of 200 vehicles for this year’s event, which is […]
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2025 Graduate Of JCC Dies After Being Stabbed At His Home In Virginia
July 21, 2026
(Jackson, Mn.)– A recent graduate of Jackson County Central High School died after being stabbed this past weekend at his home in Norfolk, Virginia. 19-year-old Ronquall Kyle was a 2025 graduate of JCC and was a member of the school’s 2024 State Championship football team. He was found with a serious stab wound and was […]
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This Year’s U Of O Homecoming Races Set Another Record For Participants
July 21, 2026
(Arnolds Park)– Final numbers are in from this past Saturday’s University of Okoboji Homecoming Races. Morgan Strauss of the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce says it’s been four years now since they took over the event and that the number of participants has grown every year since… “The record this year is 1,335 […]
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Estherville City Council Meeting Draws Additional Discussion On Possible E-Bike, Scooter Ordinance
July 21, 2026
(Estherville)– There was more discussion at Monday’s Estherville City Council meeting over E-Bikes and scooters and a possible ordinance regulating them. The matter wasn’t on the agenda but it surfaced at the conclusion of the meeting when council member David Hovinga asked what the status was in reviewing ordinances already passed elsewhere. Police Chief Brent […]
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A Production Featuring Music From the ’70’s Takes The Stage This Week At OST
July 21, 2026
(Okoboji)– The season continues to roll along at Okoboji Summer Theatre. You’ll be able to re-live the 1970’s through music with this week’s production. Director Susie Dykess says “Never Can Say Goodbye: The 70’s Beehive Musical” takes the stage beginning this (Tues.) evening… “It’s flashy costumes, it’s I Will Survive, it’s a lot of artists […]
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FEMA Approves $3.4 Million To Buyout Flood Damaged Properties In Spencer
July 21, 2026
(Washington, DC)– The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved funding to acquire 25 residential properties in Spencer heavily damaged in the 2024 flood. The city will receive $3.4 million for the program. City Manager Kevin Robinson gave an update at Monday’s City Council meeting… “So now there’s a lot of work the city needs […]
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