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Clay County Authorities Make Marijuana Arrests
March 27, 2023
(Spencer)– A Spencer woman was arrested back on March 20th after a Clay county deputy reported smelling marijuana as he approached a residence at 3115 West 4th Street in Spencer to serve civil papers. 37-year-old Ashley Feather was charged with possession of a controlled substance…marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. She was later released on […]
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Traffic Stop Results In Multiple Charges Against Hartley Woman
March 27, 2023
(Spencer)– A Hartley woman was arrested on multiple charges following a traffic stop Friday in the 3200 mile of Highway 18 in Clay county. Upon approaching the vehicle, a deputy noticed the female in the driver seat wasn’t the person he saw driving. After speaking with the two, the deputy learned they had switched places […]
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No Injuries Reported In Corn Crib Fire N.E. Of Lake Park
March 27, 2023
(Lake Park)– No injuries were reported Saturday in a corn crib fire on the northeast side of Lake Park. Fire Chief Brandon Ehret tells KUOO news they were called around 5:15 pm to 1781 130th Street… Ehret says some assistance was requested from some other departments in hauling water… The Dickinson County Sheriff’s Office also […]
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Dickinson County Changing Protocol In Sounding Sirens For Severe Weather
March 27, 2023
(Undated)– This week marks the observance of Severe Weather Awareness Week in the state of Iowa. Dickinson County Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Ehret says one big change this upcoming season is in the protocol that will be used when activating sirens in Dickinson county for severe weather… Ehret also reminds everyone those sirens are intended […]
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Snow Melt Helping Lake Levels Rebound At Least Somewhat
March 27, 2023
(Orleans)– A heavy snow pack this past winter has helped bring water levels in the Iowa Great Lakes back up, at least somewhat. Mike Hawkins, a fisheries biologist with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, says they are seeing improvements in levels from what they were last fall… Hawkins says another question as of right […]
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Authorities Issue Alert Of A New Scam
March 25, 2023
(Spirit Lake)– Authorities are alerting the public to some new scams making the rounds. Residents throughout the region have reported receiving phone calls from someone claiming to be with the Spirit Lake Police Department. The caller states that the person on the phone had a warrant for their arrest because they didn’t show up for […]
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Rock Rapids Man Charged In Sheldon Homicide
March 25, 2023
(Sheldon)– A homicide investigation in Sheldon has resulted in the arrest of a Rock Rapids man. The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation says Sheldon police received a report of a deceased woman around 4:00 pm Thursday. Officers found the victim dead in her home at 604 4th Avenue in Sheldon. The DCI says 41-year-old Nathaniel […]
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Severe Weather Awareness Week In Iowa Is Next Week (March 27th-31st)
March 24, 2023
(Spirit Lake)– Next week marks the annual observance of Severe Weather Awareness Week in the state of Iowa. Dickinson County Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Ehret says the primary emphasis again this year is on being prepared… Ehret says one major change this season will be with the protocol that’s used when sounding the sirens in […]
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Northwest Beer Fest Is This Saturday In Spencer
March 24, 2023
(Spencer)– The Northwest Beer Fest will be held in Spencer Saturday (March 25th). It begins at 4:00 pm at the Clay County Fair and Events Center, which is presenting the event. Taylor Batschelet says it will feature regional breweries and live music… She notes that tickets are available in advance, with food available for purchase […]
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