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Spirit Lake School Board Approves Major Revision To School Safety Policy

August 23, 2022

(Spirit Lake)– School safety is once again at the forefront with the start of classes now just a couple of days away. It was the topic of a special meeting Monday evening of the Spirit Lake School Board. Board members voted unanimously in favor of a proposal and policy revision that will authorize Superintendent Dr. […]

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Officials urge Residents to avoid contact with Algae Blooms on Area Lakes

August 22, 2022

(Spirit Lake)-Several regional Lakes are experiencing large algae blooms. KUOO’s Becky Thoreson has details: Officials are urging residents to avoid contact with a large algae bloom on Big Spirit Lake. Iowa DNR Fisheries Biologist Mike Hawkins says, the bloom is widespread. “The bloom seems to be lake-wide. So, it looks like which way the wind’s […]

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Stolen Vehicle Prompts Double Arrest

August 22, 2022

(Jackson, Mn.)– A report of stolen property, including a vehicle, prompted the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office to conduct stops on two vehicles following each other on Thursday evening around noon. The 2005 Chevy pickup was being followed by a white fan with a stolen tool box ratchet strapped to the roof. Deputies were in the […]

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Suspect Arrested Following Break-In At A Bank; May Be Wanted In Other Crimes In A Six-County Area

August 22, 2022

(Algona)– An investigation into a break-in at a bank in Kossuth county this past Thursday has resulted in the arrest of a Ledyard man who authorities say may be connected to a number of other crimes in the region. The Kossuth County Sheriff’s Office says deputies were called around 6:00 am Thursday to Bank Plus […]

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City Of Arnolds Park Flushing Fire Hydrants Aug. 23-25th

August 22, 2022

(Arnolds Park)– The city of Arnolds Park will be flushing fire hydrants Tuesday through Thursday of this week, August 23rd-25th. City officials say residents may notice low water pressure and some discoloration when the operations are taking place in their neighborhood.

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Iowa State Patrol Reminds Motorists Of School Bus Stop Arm Law

August 22, 2022

(Undated)– With area schools going back into session comes a reminder for motorists to take some extra precautions, especially when meeting or following school buses. Kevin Krull, a Public Resource Officer with the Iowa State Patrol Post 6 Office in Spencer, says it can mean the difference between life and death for kids getting on […]

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Dickinson Co. Authorities Rescue Small Dog Who Falls Into Storm Drain

August 22, 2022

(Spirit Lake)– A dog was rescued Sunday thanks to the quick action of law enforcement and emergency responders. The Dickinson County Sheriff’s Office says in a post to its Facebook page that “Josh”, a Yorkshire Terrier, fell into a storm sewer drain near Wal-Mart. The dog’s owner, Anthony Montez of Bullhead City, Arizona, was unable […]

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Hartley Woman Arrested Friday In Connection With June Traffic Stop

August 22, 2022

(Orange City)– A Hartley woman was arrested Friday in connection with a traffic stop that took place back in June. Authorities say the stop was conducted June 8th on Highway 18 west of Hull after they received a report of a vehicle that was being driven erratically. A deputy located the vehicle a short time […]

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Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association inviting past Inductees to 25th Anniversary Celebration September 3 at The Roof Garden Ballroom

August 20, 2022

(Arnolds Park)- The Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association is inviting past Inductees to a special event. KUOO’s Becky Thoreson has details: The Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association will celebrate its 25th Anniversary during the Induction Spectacular Labor Day Weekend. Executive Director Clay Norris says, the Association will hold an Inductee Celebration on September […]

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A Mystery Is Unraveling Over A Local Woman Who’s Missing *UPDATE* She Has Been Located Safe In Kentucky

August 19, 2022

(Milford)– Authorities are trying to unravel circumstances involving a Milford woman who’s been missing for nearly two weeks after she entered an airport in Orlando, Florida to head to Louisville, Kentucky. Police in Kentucky say the woman, Mariam “Star” Lint, never got off the plane, even though Lint’s brother tells news partner KTIV she was […]

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