(Arnolds Park)-Officials will set a perimeter around Polar Plunge to keep ATVs & Snowmobiles away from area.

A Rodman wanted on a weapons charge was taken into custody earlier this week by authorities in Palo Alto county.

The Iowa legislative session is underway and school funding has become a key topic. 

The cheerleaders for the 40^th annual University of Okoboji Winter Games helped officially kick off the weekend during our live broadcast this (Fri.) morning from the Ritz.

 A study by Smart Asset, a New York financial technology company, ranks Dickinson county as the third highest county in Iowa when it comes to starting up your own business

The caller states that your Social Security number is being cancelled by law enforcement and that you need to call a number to avoid that from happening.

Authorities say the J.C. Penney store at the South Park Mall was forcibly entered around 2:00 am Wednesday and that various merchandise had been taken.

Charges have been filed against a Harris man who allegedly threatened some people with a hatchet in an incident this past Saturday (Jan. 18th).

The award is presented each year at spring commencement to prior graduates of Iowa Lakes exemplifying outstanding support for community, business, school, service clubs and more. 

Authorities are investigating after some improvised explosive devices, or IED's, were recovered from a crash of a truck earlier this month near Knoxville, Iowa that claimed the life of an Arnolds Park man.

City Attorney/Administrator Gregg Owens tells KUOO news it pertains to the maximum amount of property tax dollars a governmental entity could POSSIBLY levy.

It was announced Wednesday LRH has scored among the top 10 percent in centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' Hospital Value-Based Purchasing Reimbursement program.

A two-vehicle collision Tuesday evening on Highway 18 a mile and-a-half east of Sheldon injured an Everly teen.

Some people have reported getting a phone call from a male claiming he has kidnapped the potential scam victim's daughter.

(Arnolds Park)-Jason Grinnen to perform plus live auction and karaoke at event.

Those attending Winter Games events at the Arnolds Park Amusement Park are being reminded to use caution in the area of the lakefront, where construction on the boardwalk project continues.

So far, authorities say no serious injuries have been reported.

Another reminder prior to Winter Games weekend for owners of snowmobiles, ATV's and other off road vehicle owners.

Freezing rain and drizzle that fell overnight and very early this (Wed.) morning resulted in very hazardous travel across the region, especially in areas just to the south and east of the Iowa Great Lakes.

(Estherville)-Hundreds of area High School Students to participate

Steve Reighard, an enforcement officer with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources says the recent snow on top of the ice is acting as insulation and he says there are several areas that should be avoided at all cost.

Miller says the complaints include significant rent increases, utility fees, arbitrary fees and fines, lack of clear title and being forced to move for no reason and then losing their homes.

21-year-old Dawson Walker was booked into the Clay county jail Sunday after allegedly threatening the occupants of a home with a gun.

77-year-old James Stevens entered the plea last week in district court.

(Arnolds Park)-OST Executive Director Ruth Ann Burke to announce 63rd Season at 1 pm.

A Spencer man faces multiple charges after holding authorities at bay Sunday and threatening occupants of a home with a gun.

Officials with the American Red Cross are putting out a special call for donations of all types of blood right now, but they say the need for type “O” blood is expecially critical.

What a week it was for the competing teams on the North America Ice Fishing Circuit as they prepared for Sunday’s (Jan. 19) tournament on West Okoboji’s Emerson Bay.

Authorities say most people heeded the warnings Friday and Saturday and stayed put.

 Road conditions gradually improved across the region over the second half of the weekend, however it doesn't go without saying there are still a few slick spots out there, especially on secondary roads and city streets.

Season's Center for Behavioral Health and Autumn's Center will hold their 8^th annual Winter Games Free Kids' Carnival this coming Saturday, January 25^th from 10:30 am until 1:30 pm at the Bedell Family YMCA in Spirit Lake.

Southern Minnesota crashes result in minor injuries.

The Palo Alto County Sheriff's Office says 22-year-old Troy Dean Petersen was wanted for ongoing criminal activity, forgery, identity theft (under $1,500), and theft in the 3rd degree.

An initial report of a possible fire at a Milford apartment complex late Thursday afternoon resulted in the building being evacuated for a short period of time.

Trade and the impact on farmers and consumers was among the topics Buttigieg commented on.

(Arnolds Park)-Special events planned at Iowa Rock 'n Roll Museum on Saturday, January 25

Dickinson County Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Ehret says there are several things we should be doing to get ready.

No injuries were reported Tuesday when a semi jackknifed in Clay county.

The Palo Alto County Sheriff's Office says the suspect in that case, 32-year-old Travis William Roberts of Rodman, has been additionally charged with dominion or control of a firearm by a domestic abuse offender.

(Boyden)-- An incident Wednesday at the Farmer's Cooperative Society feedmill in Boyden injured a Hartley man.

Forecasters say there's an increasing likelihood of a significant blizzard impacting the region Friday and Saturdayl. 

(Arnolds Park)-JD McPherson to open concert August 8

(Arnolds Park)-Officials encourage registration over the next few days.

Authorities in Emmet county say six staff members were assaulted after the next thing to a riot broke out late last month at the Forest Ridge Youth Services facility near Ingham Lake. 

A single vehicle crash Tuesday on Highway 18 near Sanborn resulted in the arrest of a man on multiple drug charges.

Dickinson county fire departments will once again be vying for bragging rights as to who makes the best chili.

The Iowa Finance Authority today (Wed.) awarded more than $6.4 million to 27 local housing trust funds

Homeowners are being reminded to keep natural gas and other utility meters clear of snow and ice. 

The "Battle of the Bartenders" will once again be among the activities kicking off this year's University of Okoboji Winter Games. 

The Iowa Lakes Corridor Development Corporation is getting ready once again to interview major employers in its four-county service area.

A single vehicle crash Tuesday on Highway 60 near Windom sent one person to the hospital.

The Sheriff's Office says a 15-year-old was driving a 2001 Arctic Cat snowmobile westbound in the ditch along 340th Street. 

Minor injuries were reported when a pickup and a semi tractor/trailer collided Monday in the 4100 mile of Highway 71 in Clay county.

Locally, the Dickinson County Trails Board was awarded $221,750 for the fourth phase of the "Tatonka Ska Trace" project, a trail being constructed on former railroad right-of-way between Spirit Lake and Lake Park.

The Dickinson County Board of Supervisors today (Tues.) heard updates from a couple of different agencies.

Mayor Steve Anderson tells KUOO news the study would feed off one conducted by Hydrologist Doctor Larry Weber.

Several northwest Iowans have been appointed by Governor Kim Reynolds to serve on various boards and commissions.

The Orleans City Council Monday evening voted to pursue talks about expanding its public recycling drop-off site to help accommodate residents in the nearby unincorporated area of the county.

 It was announced this (Tues.) morning the two-time Grammy Award-nominated multiplatinum quartet from Wisconsin, “Skillet”, will perform in front of the grandstand the opening night of this year's Clay County Fair, Saturday, September 12^th at 7:30 pm.

(Milford)-SNOGA & Winter Dog Show benefits added to U of O Winter Games schedule this year

Authorities in Palo Alto county say an arrest has been made in a case involving a 2007 Chevrolet pickup that had been stolen back in November of last year from Wickman's Auto Salvage near Emmetsburg.

You'll be able to see firsthand what some students at Okoboji High School have been learning over the past couple of weeks at an event later this week. 

The kite flying event got it's start at last year's Winter Games, and one of the organizers, Jim Hussong, says it will be even bigger and better this year.

A man accused of sexual abuse in the 2^nd degree was taken into custody over the weekend by authorities in Clay county.

State Representative John Wills of Spirit Lake says the session is starting off on a positive note when it comes to the state's finances.

A single vehicle crash early this (Saturday) morning on Interstate 90 at Worthington sent one person to the hospital.

A traffic stop Friday in Lyon county in the area of Highway 9 and 130th Street resulted in the arrest of a man on drug charges.

New details are emerging into a dog that was found earlier this week with shotgun wounds, and a citation has been filed in the case.

(Okoboji)-Program is free, however registration is requested.

Dateline NBC will air a two-hour long program on January 17th regarding the 1992 cold case murder of Corey Wieneke of West Liberty, Iowa.

An updated guide from the National Wildlife Federation says Iowa remains vulnerable to flooding brought on by climate change. 

Emily Rohlk, a Crisis Intervention Specialist, says it was made possible through funding from County Social Services Mental Health Region.

Another state lawmaker from the area is weighing in on the upcoming Iowa Legislative session which gets underway next week. 

It was announced today Keelson Harbour is now being operated by Cedar Rapids-based Senior Housing Management.

KUOO news has learned the owners of the dog contacted the veterinary clinic that's caring for it, saying it is their dog.

The I-U-B also cited evidence in the rate case that Alliant has not efficiently managed customer relations and is requiring the company to file an improvement plan and review its internal processes.

With the beginning of another session of the Iowa Legislature now just days away, local lawmakers are weighing in with what they see will be priority issues.

Multiple people have been arrested on drug charges over the past couple of days in Osceola county.

Buttigieg is scheduled to be at the Waterfront Thursday, January 16th.

The Osceola County Sheriff's Office says the search was conducted at 520 10^th Street in Sibley.

(Milford)-Program is free, however preregistration is required.

A traffic stop Sunday west of Merrill in Plymouth county resulted in the arrests of two men on multiple charges.

Octavia Lynn Strong was delivered at 4:15 pm Monday (Jan. 6th) weighing five pounds, 12.9  ounces and 18.5 inches long. The proud parents are Kathleen Weltlin and Josh Strong of Estherville.

Arin Miller Kohn, Executive Director of the Humane Society of Northwest Iowa tells KUOO news a sheriff's deputy found the border collie mix Tuesday morning near Superior.

Health officials say flu activity has increased dramatically just in the past week or so, and that it's now widespread in Iowa.

Another reminder of a program that starts later this month that's intended to assist women involved in agriculture.

Dickinson County Treasurer Kris Rowley tells KUOO news it's an extension of a policy that is already required for vehicles purchased from a dealership.

(Arnolds Park)- Phil Christy, Alan Morphew and Connie Valens among Northwest Iowans to be honored on Labor Day Weekend

Dickinson county supervisors are again assessing their options for recycling drop-off sites now that another city, Spirit Lake, has discontinued it's public drop-off site, joining Milford which did the same thing recently.

The Dickinson County Board of Supervisors this (Tues.) morning heard a proposal to form what would be known as the “Upper Little Sioux Watershed Management Authority”.

The relatively mild winter weather has allowed crews to make progress on construction of a boardwalk along the waterfront at the Arnolds Park Amusement Park.

Clay county authorities say several arrests have been made in connection with an investigation into a residential burglary back in August of last year at an acreage north of Peterson.

Fire Chief Pat Daly says they got the call shortly after 6:30 pm Monday.

(Spencer)-Musical is based on popular animated series

It's recommended some residents of Wahpeton boil water following a water main break this (Monday) morning in the area of Burr Oak Road. 

It was announced today (Mon.) Dickinson county is one of seven finalists for the Healthy Hometown Community Award through the Healthiest State Initiative.

A woman wanted on active Clay county warrants for theft in the 1^st degree, burglary in the 3^rd degree and criminal mischief has been taken into custody.

This year's “Grape Escape” will be held Friday, February 7^th at the Waterfront Event Center. 

Crashes over the weekend in southwest Minnesota sent several people to hospitals.

The application deadline is March 1st, 2020.

Authorities say a deputy conducted the stop in the 5200 block of Highway 9 after the driver failed to dim the vehicle's headlights.

Scott Schlichte recently won $100,000 playing the "$100,000 Happy Holidays Crossword" game.

Autopsy results say smoke inhalation was the cause of death of a man who died in a house fire in Spencer November 4th of last year.

(Spencer)-New interactive display on Spencer Fire now open, 2nd half of Cold War Exhibit to open January 14

The execution of a search warrant today (Fri.) on a residence in Ashton resulted in the arrests of several people on drug charges. 

One of the issues he addressed is the situation right now in the middle east and the U-S ordered killing of Iran's military leader.

20 year-old Jaleel Carr pled guilty Tuesday to disorderly conduct. Carr had been charged with threats of violence following a report from other students that he planned to “shoot up the school” in February of 2018.

Jennifer Gustafson, Vice President of Marketing and Retail Services, says help is needed in several areas, including the hospital's gift shop.

Voting was held throughout the day today (Thurs.) for this year's University of Okoboji Winter Games cheerleaders, and we now know who they will be.

The Dickinson County RSVP (Retired, Senior Volunteer Program) has a new coordinator. 

Officials with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources say 4,358 hikers took part in First Day Hikes Wednesday (New Year's Day) in 49 Iowa state parks, including Gull Point on West Lake Okoboji.

The first baby of 2020 has been born at Spencer Hospital. 

Amy Zenor was officially sworn in today (Thurs.) as Dickinson County Attorney.

(Okoboji)-Weekend to include gaming, tournaments, exhibitors and swap.

John Staats, the first level designer on popular game World of Warcraft, has advice and valuable knowledge for those trying to make a splash in the industry.

City Administrator of Spencer Amanda Mack got her credentialed manager status recently.

The Clay County Sheriff's Office says 33-year-old Tylor Igou was arrested on the warrant charging him with domestic assault, false imprisonment, obstructing emergency communications and contempt of court.

A Linn Grove man faces multiple charges following an alleged domestic incident New Year's Eve near Webb.

Sara Diercks says one of those is a series for those 60 and over in the region helping them remain independent

Organizers are hoping people will warm to a new event that will be held this Saturday in Spencer.

Spirit Lake police will once again be participating in a program intended to help keep tobacco and vape products out of the hands of those not of age.

A reminder that voting for this year's University of Okoboji Winter Games cheerleaders is being held today (Thurs.) in person only at the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce office in Arnolds Park. Voting will be taking place from 9:00 am until 6:00 pm.

An investigation by the Emmet County Sheriff's Office into a tip of an underage drinking party east of Ringsted resulted in numerous citations being issued.