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Reconstruction Of Hwy 71 Through Lakes Corridor Being Pushed Back A Year

May 3, 2022

(Arnolds Park)– Reconstruction of Highway 71 through the Iowa Great Lakes Corridor is being pushed back a year. That word late today (Tues.) from Dakin Schultz of the Iowa Department of Transportation’s District 3 office in Sioux City… Schultz says one factor in particular came into play with the higher cost and lack of interest […]

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Iowa Lakeside Lab to host presentation by Cherie Haury-Artz with State Archaeologist’s Office

May 3, 2022

(Okoboji)-Lakeside Lab will be hosting a special talk Tuesday evening. KUOO’s Becky Thoreson has details: Iowa Lakeside Laboratory will host a presentation by Cherie Haury-Artz, Specialist for the University of Iowa Office of the State Archaeologist.Lakeside Executive Director Dr. Mary Skopec says, Artz will be discussing style and adornment through the ages. “We have one […]

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Arnolds Park City Council Hears Update On Lake Street

May 3, 2022

(Arnolds Park)– The Arnolds Park City Council was updated on progress on the Lake Street project during a special session held earlier this (Tues.) afternoon. Arnolds Park Amusement Park CEO Jon Pausley… The council also reviewed the times the street will be closed to traffic during the upcoming season. The closures will be in effect […]

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Les Douma Says He Looks Forward To Assisting H-LP As Interim Superintendent

May 3, 2022

(Lake Park)– The man who’s been hired as the interim Superintendent at the Harris-Lake Park School tells KUOO news he’s excited about his new position. Les Douma tells KUOO news he’s been involved in education his entire life. His experience covers the gamut, including teacher, administrator, coach, superintendent, and later in life as a consultant […]

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Another NW Iowa Community Will Hold A Public Meeting Regarding Emerald Ash Borer

May 3, 2022

(Cherokee)– Another northwest Iowa community will be holding a public informational meeting regarding emerald ash borer. This one is scheduled for Wednesday, May 18th at the ISU Extension and Outreach office in Cherokee. It will begin at 6:30 that evening and will feature Dr. Donald Lewis, ISU Professor and Extension Entomologist; Mike Kintner, Emerald Ash […]

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Spencer Officials Address Grand Ave. Railroad Crossing Concerns

May 3, 2022

(Spencer)– An incident last week at the Grand Avenue railroad crossing in downtown Spencer was a topic of discussion at Monday’s City Council meeting. The issue arose when the crossing arms were in the downward position for an extended period even when no train was in sight, causing traffic to back up. Police Chief Mark […]

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Survey: Iowa’s Economy Falters During April, As Does Midwest Economy

May 3, 2022

(Omaha, NE)– A monthly survey of supply managers and business leaders in Iowa and eight other states finds the economies in Iowa — and the Midwest — slowed during April. Creighton University economist Ernie Goss says the regional economy is still in the “healthy” category but dropped from being considered “very strong” in March. Goss […]

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Spencer City Council Hears Update On Planned Improvements At Spencer Hospital

May 3, 2022

(Spencer)– The Spencer City Council Monday evening heard an update from Spencer Hospital CEO Bill Bumgarner on plans to renovate the facility’s Emergency Department. Bumgarner says final plans for the project are in the process of being drawn up… Bumgarner says some other improvements are planned as well… Bumgarner says they’ve dropped plans to connect […]

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H-LP School Board Hires Interim Superintendent

May 3, 2022

(Lake Park)– The Harris-Lake Park School Board approved the hiring of an interim superintendent during a special meeting Monday evening. School Board President Doug Stahly tells KUOO news Les Douma of Orange City was hired following an interview with him in closed session… Stahly says Douma brings a lot to the table that will fit […]

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Iowa Lakes Community College Music Department to present Concerts this week

May 2, 2022

(Estherville)-There are several concerts on tap at Iowa Lakes this week. KUOO’s Becky Thoreson has details: The Iowa Lakes Community College Music Department will present several concerts this week on the Estherville campus. Instrumental Music Professor Carol Ayres says, the Spring Concert will be held on Tuesday evening. “The Spring Concert has all of our […]

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