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Local Housing Projects Awarded Tax Credits
September 24, 2021
(Des Moines)– Some local housing projects have been awarded funding through the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Workforce Housing Tax Credit program. They include Berkley Heights, a 15-unit development in Spirit Lake; Westfield by IGL Phase Two, a 24-unit development in Spencer; and Sunrise Pointe, a 94-unit development in Storm Lake. Daniel Hansen oversees the Workforce […]
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Southern Minnesota Crash Injures Two People
September 24, 2021
(Fairmont, Mn.)– A single vehicle Thursday near Fairmont sent two people to the hospital. The Minnesota State Patrol says 66-year-old Douglas James of Otho, Iowa was driving a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox eastbound on a county road at the intersection with Highway 15 when he failed to stop at a stop sign. The vehicle then collided […]
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Iowa D.O.T Seeking Input On Proposed Improvements To Hwy 18
September 24, 2021
(Sioux City)– The Iowa Department of Transportation will soon be seeking public comment on a study for possible improvements to Highway 18 between Spencer and Garner. Dakin Schultz of the D.O.T’s District 3 Office in Sioux City says the study looks at what would be some long term improvements to the roadway… Schultz says the […]
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Motorists urged to exercise caution during University of Okoboji Oktoberfest Bike Ride
September 23, 2021
Heads up for bicyclists on Saturday morning, KUOO’s Becky Thoreson has details: The University of Okoboji Oktoberfest Celebration will feature a full line up of activities on Saturday, including the 30th Annual Bike Ride Around West Okoboji.Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber Director of Membership and Events, Kylie Zankowski says, motorists are urged to exercise caution […]
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Public Informational Meeting Held On Proposed Pipeline
September 23, 2021
(Spirit Lake)– The proposed construction of a pipeline that would carry carbon dioxide through a portion of Dickinson county was the topic of an informational meeting today (Thurs.) in Spirit Lake. Representatives of Summit Carbon Solutions, LLC, the company that wants to build the line, and the Iowa Utilities Board addressed questions and concerns. Josh […]
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Physician At Spencer Hospital Receives Special Recognition
September 23, 2021
(Spencer)– A physician at Spencer Hospital is getting some special recognition. Dr. Sonia Sather is a recipient of the 2021 Hospital Hero Awards through the Iowa Hospital Association. She will be honored at the association’s annual meeting which will be held virtually next month. The Iowa Hospital Association initiated the Hospital Heroes Award in 2007 […]
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Single Vehicle Crash In Emmet County Results In Arrest Of Milford Man
September 23, 2021
Wed 9-22-2021 (Estherville)– An investigation into a traffic accident recently in rural Emmet county resulted in the arrest of a Milford man. The Emmet County Sheriff’s Office says the single vehicle crash took place back on September 8th. A deputy discovered an unoccupied 2002 Dodge pickup on its top in the west ditch of 390th Avenue. […]
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Dickinson County EMS Association To Hold Annual Conference This Weekend
September 23, 2021
Wed 9-22-2021 (Spirit Lake)– The Dickinson County Emergency Medical Services Association will hold their annual conference this weekend at the Dickinson County Expo Building in Spirit Lake. Association President Steve Hopkins says this will mark the 34th year for the event… Hopkins says the conference will feature two keynote speakers… Hopkins says the conference will also […]
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Sheldon Man Sentenced In Death Of His Daughter
September 23, 2021
(Sheldon)– A Sheldon man has been sentenced to five years in prison in the death of his daughter. A judge Wednesday handed down the sentence to Lawrence Ruotolo, Jr., who pleaded guilty to one count of child endangerment. A second count of child endangerment was dismissed as part of a plea deal. Ruotolo was charged […]
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Local School Receives Special Honor
September 21, 2021
Spencer Middle School is among five Iowa schools being recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a “National Blue Ribbon School” for 2021.
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