Patience will be the name of the game when it comes to getting around the Iowa Great Lakes as the 4th of July holiday period approaches.

A single vehicle crash Tuesday evening on Highway 18 about two miles east of Boyden sent one person to the hospital.

Three people were taken to the hospital as the result of a two-vehicle collision Tuesday evening at an intersection of a county road and Highway 60 about four miles north of Hospers.

(Okoboji)-Local shelters already seeing spike in calls regarding stray animals.

A man well known for a number of residential developments in the Iowa Great Lakes Area has passed away.

A Greenville man was arrested on drug charges after authorities executed a search warrant June 12th.

(Arnolds Park)-Public encouraged to attend Friday evening.

The Dickinson county board of supervisors today (Tues.) adopted a resolution supporting a grant application by the county's Trails Board through the state's Recreational Trails Fund.

The YMCA of the Okoboji's is the recipient of a Polaris Ranger Crew 570 utility vehicle through a grant awarded by the Polaris Foundation.

A local bank is changing hands. It was announced today (Tues.) Community State Bancorporation of Spencer, parent company of Community State Bank, has entered into an agreement to purchase Little Sioux Bancshares of Sioux Rapids, the majority shareholder of First State Bank of Sioux Rapids.

A resolution expressing support of an application by Historic Arnolds Park, Incorporated through the state's Community Attraction and Tourism grant program was on the agenda at today's (Tues.) Dickinson county board of supervisors meeting.

Officials with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources today (Tues.) shot and killed a female mountain lion near Galva in Ida county.

A Ringsted man was arrested earlier this month on drug charges after authorities were called to his residence for a welfare check.

Minor injuries were reported Friday in a two-vehicle collision on a county road about two and-a-half miles east of Cylinder.

An investigation into a complaint of erratic driving resulted in the arrests of two people.

The Milford City Council Monday evening voted to appoint Bob Clark as Police Chief, effective September 8th.

An Armstrong man has been arrested on charges stemming from an alleged incident earlier this month.

(Okoboji)-“Mountain Lions, Bears and Wolves – Oh My!” the topic of Tuesday evening talk.

(Graettinger)-Circumstances of accident remain under investigation.

Motorists are being reminded of a new law in Iowa that takes affect this coming Saturday, July 1st, intended to crack down on distracted driving.

A new law in Iowa legalizing the sale of consumer grade fireworks has brought a plethora of vendors to the Iowa Great Lakes. While the new law legalized their sale, counties and cities can still regulate fireworks usage.

Minor injuries were reported in a single vehicle crash Saturday in Clay county.

Minor injuries were reported in a motorcycle crash Saturday in the area of 290th Avenue and 300th Street in Clay county.

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Minor injuries were reported when a semi collided with the rear of a car Friday evening on Highway 86 near Wahpeton.

An Arkansas man was seriously injured Saturday when a pickup collided with the bicycle he was riding.

District judges for the 3B judicial election sub-district have filled a district associate judge position left vacant when District Associate Judge Julie Schumacher was appointed to fill the district judge position that was vacated when District Judge Mary Jane Sokolovske retired.

The Spencer Regional Healthcare Foundation was recently presented with a $3,000 gift for the Abben Cancer Center.

(Okoboji)-More than 300 J1 Visa students come to the Iowa Great Lakes each summer.

Police in Milford say three juveniles have been charged in connection with some recent vandalism cases.

Area corn growers will decide next month who they want to represent them on the Iowa Corn Promotions Board.

A Spirit Lake man has been arrested and charged in connection with a stabbing late Thursday afternoon in Spirit Lake.

Sacred Heart Catholic School in Spencer has been awarded a $25,000 grant for some new playground equipment.

Maintainer Corporation has announced a new Vice President of Manufacturing Operations.

(Spirit Lake)-Saturday evening event to feature classic cars, music and vendors.

A feed company is expanding its operations in northwest Iowa.

Atleast two people were reportedly injured this (Thurs.) morning when a vehicle crashed through a front window of the Hy-Vee store in Estherville.

Minor injuries were reported in a two-vehicle collision Tuesday in the 1500 mile of Highway 18 in Clay county.

Clay County Fair officials have announced the lineup for one of it's free entertainment stages.

A Primghar man escaped injury in a single vehicle crash this past Saturday.

Authorities have released the names of a woman who died in a house fire in Algona and two others injured in the fire.

A Lakefield man sustained a minor injury in a crash Tuesday involving a semi tractor-trailer in Lyon county.

(Milford)-Drivers and cyclists urged to exercise caution Saturday morning.

With the 4th of July just weeks away, the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce is raising funds for the annual fireworks display over West Lake Okoboji.

The Iowa Supreme Court has for the first time issued a statewide order prohibiting weapons in courthouses and other public areas used by the state court system.

A local camp that serves children has been awarded funding through the O'Brien County Community Foundation/Siouxland Community Foundation.

A Mountain Lake man was seriously injured Tuesday evening after losing control of a motorcycle near Heron Lake.

(Okoboji)-Charity ride raises funds to fight human trafficking.

Organizers of a June 10th traffic checkpoint on Highway 9 just west of Estherville say the event was a success.

It strikes the U.S about 25 million times a year and kills an average of 47 people each year in this country.

Parts of Iowa could stand a good rain, while farmers in some other areas of the state were assessing damage to crops following severe weather last week.

An Ashton woman wanted by Palo Alto county authorities on charges connected with a traffic stop back in February of this year was arrested Sunday.

Property owners are again being reminded to keep an eye out for any noxious weeds that may be growing on their land.

Ground was broken last week on some major projects at two campuses of Iowa Lakes Community College.

A Spencer man was injured Sunday evening when a vehicle he was driving collided with a combine in southern Minnesota.

We now know the cause of a fire Friday that extensively damaged about six units in an Arnolds Park condomimium complex.

(Okoboji)-Chris Rierson top Okoboji sailor with 5th place overall.

Four people were injured Friday in a two-vehicle collision in Rock Rapids.

A single-vehicle crash Friday in Cottonwood county of southwest Minnesota claimed the life of a teen.

Officials with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources are looking into a fish kill on the east side of West Lake Okoboji.

A fire at an Arnolds Park condominium complex has temporarily displaced a number of people.

An Estherville woman faces charges in connection with a pursuit Thursday that started in the area of Highway 18 and 240th Avenue in Spencer.

Outdoor enthusiasts are being reminded to keep an eye on the weather and to know the forecast before heading out to the campsite, or on to the water.

(Sheldon)-New mobile app available this year.

A recently completed project intended to control storm water run-off from a city street in Arnolds Park into West Lake Okoboji was officially unveiled to the public at a ceremony today (Thursday).

Emerald Ash Borer has been detected for the first time in northwest Iowa.

The West Okoboji City Council Monday adopted an ordinance banning the use of consumer-grade fireworks in that city.

Another lakes area city has opted not to revise it's ordinance when it comes to fireworks usage.

Concern over how a new parking lot being built by the Arnolds Park Amusement Park would affect traffic flows at the intersection of Zephyr Drive, Lincoln Avenue and Highway 71 was a topic of discussion at last (Wed.) evening's Arnolds Park City Council meeting.

Palo Alto county authorities are alerting the public to a new phone scam.

(Okoboji)-Motor boat operators urged to slow down and not cut through race course.

Curly leaf pondweed was a major topic of discussion this morning at the Fish Hatchery in Orleans that included a personal visit with the head of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

A street in Arnolds Park is now being used as a showcase for improving water quality.

The public will have an opportunity to comment and give input on proposed revisions to the city of Milford's Comprehensive Plan.

(Okoboji)-Proceeds go toward scholarships for Dickinson County students.

A Lake Park man charged in the armed robbery on March 11th, 2016 of Barb's Corner Restaurant near Everly has pleaded guilty to lesser charges in Clay County District Court.

A farmer from the Harris area is one of three winners in “The Power To Do More” contest sponsored by Dow AgroSciences.

The planned expansion of a recreational trail along former railroad right-of-way from west of Superior to the Osceola county line took another step forward this (Tues.) morning.

There was additional discussion at last (Mon.) evening's Milford City Council meeting regarding a proposal for a new city park that would be located on the former Koth property at the corner of Highway 71 and 13th Street.

Sewer rates are on the way up in Milford.

A single vehicle crash last week in O'Brien county injured a Sheldon teen.

A Sibley man faces charges for allegedly using money from a business he worked at to pay some personal debts.

Motorists are advised that traffic changes are coming for the Interstate 90 project from Sherburn to Fairmont as early as Wednesday, June 14.

A Royal man faces charges after he allegedly grabbed a kitchen knife and made threats toward his ex-girlfriend's family members, who were present at the time.

No injuries were reported last (Sun.) evening when an oven caught fire in an apartment building in Spirit Lake.

A head-on collision Saturday morning on Highway 9 west of Sibley in Osceola county claimed the lives of a father and son from Spirit Lake.

A Milford man wanted on warrants out of Clay and Dickinson counties was arrested Friday in Emmetsburg.

A two-vehicle collision Thursday in Emmetsburg sent both drivers to the hospital.

A full week of activities kicks off Monday in Lakefield, Minnesota for Summerfest.

The Iowa Court of Appeals has sided with some landowners who sued Osceola county and the city of Harris over the formation of a tax increment finance district to pay for repairs to the city’s sewer system.

(Arnolds Park)-Bike show, Slingshot demos and slow ride among new offerings.

Operations at the Arnolds Park Amusement Park were temporarily brought to a standstill this (Fri.) morning after a contractor accidentally hit and severed a two inch natural gas line.

Six wines entered by Round Lake Vineyards & Winery medaled in the 26th annual Indy International Wine Competition hosted at Purdue University in Lafayette, Indiana, May 24 and 25.

A former football coach and teacher in the Sibley-Ocheyedan School District has pleaded not guilty in the alleged sexual abuse of a 10-year-old boy.

An incident early this (Thurs.) afternoon resulted in the evacuation of a Spirit Lake manufacturer.

(Arnolds Park)-Fundraiser to help with construction of newly acquired railroad right-of-way.

Arson charges have been filed against two men in connection with an ongoing investigation into a fire in rural Dickinson county that took place back on February 4th of this year at 1822 110th Street.

Some portions of the Dickinson County Recreational Trails will be off limits to users over the next week or two for maintenance.

Trial for a Lake Park man accused in the March, 2016 armed robbery of Barb's Corner Restaurant near Everly is now scheduled to start this coming Tuesday, June 13th, in Clay County District Court with jury selection.

Rich Leopold announced today (Wednesday) he’s dropping out of the race for Iowa Governor.

(Worthington, MN)-Festival features windsurfing, kids activities, vendors and free music.

Authorities in Illinois say a northwest Iowa woman was found dead of a gunshot wound at a motel.

21-year-old Elizabeth Naviaux of Spirit Lake was crowned 2017 Dickinson County Fair Queen in ceremonies Monday evening at the Dickinson County Fairgrounds.

A Whittemore man convicted of shooting at an airplane spraying crops in eastern Palo Alto County in 2015 has lost an appeal to have his conviction overturned.

A heavily traveled road in southeastern Dickinson county has been closed to traffic for the next several weeks.

You'll be able to experience life as it was for the native Americans and early pioneers in the region at an event this Saturday.

Authorities will be conducting a traffic safety checkpoint this coming Saturday, June 10th, on Highway 9 just west of the Estherville city limits.

A traffic stop Monday near the intersection of Highways 9 & 71 and Zenith Avenue in Spirit Lake resulted in the arrest of a Spirit Lake woman on drug charges.

(Milford)-Line-up includes 6 national acts, tribute bands.

A trip to the grocery store yesterday (Mon.) landed a man in jail on some outstanding warrants.

A noise complaint at a park resulted in the arrests of two people on marijuana charges.

A large ammonia leak resulted in the evacuation early this (Tues.) morning of the Tyson pork plant in Storm Lake.

No injuries were reported in a fire Monday that destroyed a wind turbine near Harris.

The Dickinson County Sheriff's Office has released details into a motorcycle crash that took place more than a week ago on County Road M-27 south of Highway 9.

The Dickinson County Sheriff's Office has released information into a traffic stop back on May 29th that resulted in the arrest of a Marcus man on a drug charge.

The Dickinson County Sheriff's Office has released details into a single vehicle rollover that took place nearly a week ago.

An investigation into a disturbance early Monday morning in Estherville resulted in an arrest.

An Estherville man has been arrested in connection with a residential burglary.

(Okoboji)-Playwright Ernest Thompson among the guest artists for upcoming anniversary season.

(Arnolds Park)-IRRMA Hall of Fame Induction Spectacular to be held Labor Day Weekend.

A two-vehicle collision Sunday at the intersection of Highway 60 and Northwest Boulevard near Sheldon sent two people to the hospital.

A single vehicle crash Saturday night on an O'Brien county road injured a man.

A Spencer woman wanted on a warrant for fraudulent practices also now faces a drug charge.

Democrat Kim Weaver is dropping her bid for a rematch against U.S. Representative Steve King.

A traffic stop Saturday on Highway 9 three miles west of Little Rock resulted in multiple charges being filed against two people.

Officials with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources are reminding boaters of speed and distance laws.

A traffic stop Thursday in the 3600 mile of Clay County Road M50 resulted in the arrest of a Nebraska man on a drug charge.

A single vehicle crash yesterday (Fri.) in Clay county resulted in minor injuries.

Emmetsburg police have released details into an incident back on May 19th in which a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle.

(Okoboji)-Wartburg Professor has studied diatoms for many years in Iowa and Minnesota.

The farm gadget exhibit is returning to this year's Clay County Fair.

The Okoboji Foundation has awarded $250,000 in funds through it's latest grant cycle.

Congressman Steve King made a swing through northwest Iowa Thursday which included a stop at the KUOO studios.

(Okoboji)-L.A. Guns has cancelled their performance.

Plans are being finalized for this year's Flagfest celebration in Spencer, June 9th-11th.

Two people face charges in connection with a traffic stop in Clay county.