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Animal Experts urge Owners to take extra care with Pets during 4th of July Weekend

Wed 7-1-2020 Okoboji, IA

(Okoboji)-Experts suggest calming agents and products to assist with pet care.

Estherville Police Say They're Getting Numerous Complaints Of Fireworks Being Illegally Discharged In That City

Wed 7-1-2020

The department is reminding residents that even though the state of Iowa passed a law allowing fireworks a few years ago, the city of Estherville has an ordinance that requires anyone shooting fireworks in the city to have a permit.

Okoboji Foundation Once Again Holding Its July Nonprofit Challenge

Wed 7-1-2020

July is now upon us and it's time once again for the Okoboji Foundation to launch one of it's annual events that helps nonprofit organizations in the lakes area build their endowments.

Mueske Family Foundation To Match Donations To The YMCA Of The Okoboji's Up To $100,000 Through August 1st

Wed 7-1-2020

Andrew Fisher, CEO of the YMCA of the Okoboji's says they're very grateful for the foundation's support saying it comes at a very critical time.

Cause Of Northern Iowa Diecast Fire Traced To Ventilation Fan

Wed 7-1-2020

Lake Park Fire Chief Brandon Ehret says a rooftop ventilation fan was the likely cause of a fire this (Wednesday) morning at Northern Iowa Diecast in Lake Park.

Two Vehicle Collision In SW Mn Sends Three People To The Hospital

Wed 7-1-2020

A two vehicle accident yesterday (Thursday) afternoon on Highway 60 near Mountain Lake has sent three people to the hospital.

No Injuries Reported In Fire At Northern Iowa Diecast In Lake Park; Production Is Temporarily Suspended

Wed 7-1-2020

Jeff Skalbeck, President of Northern Iowa Diecast, tells KUOO news the plant was evacuated and no one was hurt.