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News Archive
Grand Avenue Community Outreach Meeting Set For December 3rd
Fri 11-29-2019
Spencer,Ia
GACO will be holding a meeting and community get together on December 3rd celebrating their successes and future.
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Spencer Jaycees Gearing Up For Their Annual "Tree Of Joy" Project
Fri 11-29-2019
The Spencer Jaycees once again this year are holding their annual Tree of Joy project to help make the holidays a little brighter for some less fortunate children.
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Elderbridge Agency On Aging Announces Plans To Expand A Pilot Program
Fri 11-29-2019
Elderbridge Agency on Aging is expanding a program designed to help people age in their own homes.
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Emmetsburg & Sheldon Selected As Overnight Stops On Inaugural Iowa's Ride
Thu 11-28-2019
It was announced Wednesday Emmetsburg and Sheldon will be overnight stops on the inaugural "Iowa's Ride".
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New Face Joins Staff At Okoboji Foundation
Thu 11-28-2019
Alison Schmitz has been hired as the organization's new executive assistant.
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2nd Annual Holiday Lighting in Downtown Spirit Lake November 30
Wed 11-27-2019
Spirit Lake, IA
(Spirit Lake)-Santa to make an appearance at 5 pm lighting.
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Gov. Kim Reynolds Appoints Man With Ties To NW Iowa To Court Of Appeals
Wed 11-27-2019
Governor Kim Reynolds today (Wed.) announced the appointment of Paul Ahlers as a judge of the Iowa Court of Appeals.
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Broken Natural Gas Line Makes For Some Tense Moments
Wed 11-27-2019
A broken natural gas line made for a few tense moments this (Wed.) morning on the west side of West Lake Okoboji.
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South Shore Estates Delegation Presents Milford City Council With Letter Concerning Lower Gar Outlet
Wed 11-27-2019
A delegation representing South Shore Estates presented the Milford City Council earlier this week a letter with recommendations on what they feel should be done at the Lower Gar Outlet, not only to address high water levels on the Iowa Great Lakes, but to also prevent those levels from dropping too far in times of drought.
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Very Difficult Travel Conditions To Continue Across The Region
Wed 11-27-2019
While most of the accumulating snowfall has ended conditions throughout the region remain extremely challenging this (Wed.) morning.
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Hwy 9 Crash Results In Serious Injuries
Wed 11-27-2019
Serious injuries were reported in a two-vehicle crash Sunday evening in Lyon county.
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Two Iowa Lakes Community College Handbell Students to Perform at Carnegie Hall
Tue 11-26-2019
300 S 18th St, Estherville, IA
(Estherville)-Two young women traveling to New York City for Sunday's Concert.
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Supervisors Discuss Funding For Francis Sites Wetland Project
Tue 11-26-2019
The supervisors voted to approve the application for a loan through the state revolving fund that would be used for interim financing if needed.
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City Of Spirit Lake Reminds Residents Of Snow Removal Ordinances/Procedures
Tue 11-26-2019
Code Enforcement Officer Clyde Ihrke reminds property owners it is their responsibility to make sure sidewalks are clear of snow and ice.
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Officials: Get Any Traveling Done By Late Tuesday Afternoon
Tue 11-26-2019
Officials are saying that if you have any traveling to do you should get it done by late this afternoon or wait until late in the day Wednesday or Wednesday.
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Milford City Council Votes To Continue Talks On Proposal To Restore Some Outdoor Pools At Former Boji Bay Site
Mon 11-25-2019
A new amenity could be in the works for the city of Milford.
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Estherville Police Seeking Public Assistance In Burglary Investigation
Mon 11-25-2019
Officers say the burglary at the facility in the 300 block of North 2nd Street was reported to them this past Saturday and is believed to have occurred sometime from between shortly after 7:00 pm November 22nd and 3:00 pm November 23rd.
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Winter Storm Watch Upgraded To A Warning
Mon 11-25-2019
A winter storm watch previously issued for most of northwest Iowa and southwest Minnesota was upgraded this (Mon.) afternoon to a winter storm WARNING.
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Spencer Man Escapes Injury In Semi Mishap
Mon 11-25-2019
A Spencer man escaped injury last week in a mishap involving a semi.
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Search Of Spencer Residence Lands One Person In Jail On Drug Charges
Mon 11-25-2019
The Clay County Sheriff's Office says the search was conducted at 719 East 11th Street where deputies found what's alleged to be marijuana, marijuana wax and drug paraphernalia.
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Execution Of Search Warrant Results In Arrest On Multiple Drug Charges
Mon 11-25-2019
Drug charges have been filed against a suspect following the execution of a search warrant Sunday evening on a residence near Spencer.
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Nominations Now Being Accepted For Winter Games Cheerleaders
Mon 11-25-2019
The Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for eight cheerleaders for the upcoming University of Okoboji Winter Games.
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Lakes Regional Healthcare Receives Financial Audit
Mon 11-25-2019
Lakes Regional Healthcare has received the audit of its finances for the fiscal year that ended June 30th, 2019.
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Festival of Giving Trees underway at Great Lakes Mall in Spirit Lake
Mon 11-25-2019
Spirit Lake, IA
(Spirit Lake)-Businesses and clubs encouraged to decorate trees to help fill pantry at Upper Des Moines Opportunity
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Lakes Area Attraction Announces Winter Games Concert Line-Up
Mon 11-25-2019
Parks Marina today (Mon.) announced its line up of entertainment for the upcoming 40th annual University of Okoboji Winter Games.
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Significant Winter Storms Will Likely Impact Travel On Both Sides Of The Upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday
Mon 11-25-2019
The first will start to impact the region tomorrow (Tues.) into Wednesday.
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Dessert Auction Raises Slightly More Than $24,000 For Camp Autumn
Sat 11-23-2019
Camp Autumn is located near Sutherland. It's operated by Spencer-based Seasons Center for Behavioral Health.
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Northwest Financial Corp. Acquiring A Bank In Southwest Iowa
Fri 11-22-2019
Northwest Financial Corporation announced Friday it's charter bank, First National Bank in Creston, has entered into an agreement to purchase Century Bank in Shenandoah, Iowa.
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Miss Iowa Junior Teen to compete in National American Miss Pageant in California
Fri 11-22-2019
Spirit Lake, IA
(Spirit Lake)-Carlie Jo Ahrenstorff is a Spirit Lake High School Student
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American Red Cross Of Greater Iowa Accepting Nominations For Its 2020 Heroes Of The Heartland
Fri 11-22-2019
Regional Communications Director Caslon Hatch says it honors those who have performed an extraordinary act of courage or someone who had dedicated countless hours to a special cause.
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Women In Ag Program To Be Held In January In Milford
Fri 11-22-2019
Topics will include managing finances, human resources, legal issues, marketing and production, including USDA programs, purchasing crop or livestock insurance and farmland leases.
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Polaris Industries Celebrates 25 Years In Spirit Lake
Fri 11-22-2019
Polaris Industries recently celebrated its 25th anniversary at its Spirit Lake facility.
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Palo Alto County Authorities Looking For A Stolen Vehicle
Fri 11-22-2019
Authorities say a white 2007 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ extended cab pickup was reported stolen around 8:00 am Tuesday from Wickman Auto Salvage.
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City Of Spencer Awarded Matching Grant From Wellmark Foundation
Thu 11-21-2019
The city of Spencer has been awarded a $25,000 matching grant from the Wellmark Foundation for the installation of pedestrian crossings.
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Holiday Brunch to help raise funds for Spirit Lake High School J-Term trip to Haiti
Thu 11-21-2019
2701 Hill Ave, Spirit Lake, IA
(Spirit Lake)-Fundraiser to include Pancake Feed, Live Music, Coffee Bar and Pie Sale.
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Youth In Philanthropy In The Midst Of A Fundraising Campaign
Thu 11-21-2019
As we reported previously the group of lakes area high school students set $50,000 as their team fundraising goal for 2020.
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Iowa Lakes Corridor Development Corp. Awarded Grant
Thu 11-21-2019
The Iowa Lakes Corridor Development Corporation has received a $1,000 grant from Dakota BUSINESS Finance thanks to the work of a local banker.
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AP City Council Assessing Space Needs At City Hall; Okoboji Middle School Property To Be Studied As Possible Option
Thu 11-21-2019
Meeting in special session Wednesday evening, the Arnolds Park city council decided to put together an exploratory committee to look at the current Okoboji Middle School facility to see if moving city offices to that location could be feasible.
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Execution Of Search Warrant Results In Drug Arrests (2)
Thu 11-21-2019
A search warrant executed Tuesday on a residence in George resulted in the arrests of two people on drug charges.
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Central Bank To Acquire MetaBank's Community Bank Division
Thu 11-21-2019
Meta Financial Group, Incorporated announced late Wednesday it's selling its MetaBank community bank division to Storm Lake-based Central Bank.
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Family Nature Night to feature "Animal Encounters" November 22
Wed 11-20-2019
22785 Nature Center Road, Okoboji, IA
(Okoboji)-Dickinson County Nature Center program is free, however registration is requested.
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Spirit Lake Robbery Investigation Results In Arrests Of Two Suspects
Wed 11-20-2019
The Spirit Lake Police Department says officers responded around 1:45 am to a report of a robbery in the 1100 block of 15th Street.
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Suspicious Person Investigation Results In Citations Against Graettinger Man
Wed 11-20-2019
An investigation by Palo Alto county authorities late Monday night into a report of a suspicious person resulted in citations being issued against a Graettinger man.
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Two Area Healthcare Clinics Receive Special Recognition
Wed 11-20-2019
Milford Family Care and Sioux Rapids Family Care, both operated by Spencer Hospital, have been named 2019 Guardian of Excellence Award winners by Press Ganey, a national company that monitors patient satisfaction.
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We're Learning A Few More Details About An Attempted Murder Suspect Wanted By SL Police
Wed 11-20-2019
Online court records show 43-year-old Teangelo Grice had been arrested as recently as November 1st of this year by the Milford Police Department for domestic abuse assault, 3rd or subsequent offense.
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Poet To End Production At Its Project Liberty Plant In Emmetsburg
Wed 11-20-2019
Officials with Poet DSM announced Tuesday they'll be ending production of cellulosic ethanol at their Project Liberty plant in Emmetsburg and that 30 employees will be laid off in early 2020.
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Spirit Lake & Lake Park Fire Departments Battle Fire That Destroys Shed & Camper
Tue 11-19-2019
No injuries were reported this (Tues.) afternoon in a fire about half way between Spirit Lake and Lake Park.
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Iowa Rock 'n Roll Music Association to present Rock 4 Vets featuring Galaxy November 21
Tue 11-19-2019
37 Lake Street, Arnolds Park, IA
(Arnolds Park)-Veterans to receive free admission to concert at Majestic Pavilion Thursday night
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SL Police Say There's No Reason To Believe General Public Is In Danger As Search Continues For Suspect Wanted For Attempted Murder
Tue 11-19-2019
Spirit Lake police issued a statement early this (Tues.) afternoon saying they have no reason to believe the general public is in any danger as the search continues for a suspect wanted in a stabbing incident late Monday night in Spirit Lake.
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Dickinson County Supervisors Hear Update & Funding Request From Family Crisis Center
Tue 11-19-2019
Shari Kastein, the organization's Director, said progress continues to be made on their rapid housing housing program in Dickinson county that assists victims of domestic and other forms of violence.
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Single Vehicle Crash Injures Jackson Man
Tue 11-19-2019
A Jackson man was taken to the hospital following a one vehicle rollover in Jackson.
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Dickinson Supervisors Vote 4-1 To Adopt Resolution Of Intent To Move To Sioux Rivers Mental Health Services Region
Tue 11-19-2019
The Dickinson County Board of Supervisors made it official this (Tues.) morning and voted four-to-one to adopt a resolution for the county's intent to withdraw from the Northwest Iowa Cares Connection and to join the Sioux Rivers mental health services region.
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New Election Regulations Result In Some Districts Delaying Administering Oath Of Office To Newly Elected School Board Members
Tue 11-19-2019
A change in procedure that went into effect with this year's school board elections has resulted in a delay in some districts administering the oath of office to newly elected members.
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Spirit Lake Police Looking For Man Wanted In Stabbing
Tue 11-19-2019
Police say they were called to the Kum 'n Go shortly before 11:00 pm Monday where a female customer had been stabbed in the store.
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Okoboji School Board Discusses Infrastructure Needs & How To Fund Them
Mon 11-18-2019
As construction on the new middle school continues, planning is kicking into high gear for some projects at the Okoboji Elementary and high school along with the district's administrative facility.
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Estherville Chamber to host Annual Chocolate Walk and Parade of Lights November 21
Mon 11-18-2019
613 East Central Ave, Estherville, IA
(Estherville)-Blizzard-themed Parade to travel from East to West along Central Avenue this year.
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American Red Cross To Hold Several Blood Drives In The Region In Coming Weeks
Mon 11-18-2019
Sue Thesenga of the Red Cross says blood donations are especially needed as we head into the busy holiday season.
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Regional Internet Service Provider Awarded Federal Grant To Expand Broadband To Rural Areas Of NW Iowa & SE South Dakota
Mon 11-18-2019
It was announced Friday Premier Communications of Sioux Center was awarded $7 million through the U.S. Department of Agriculture to expand broadband internet service
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Semi Loaded With Live Turkeys Crashes In Fostoria
Mon 11-18-2019
Some turkeys won't be reaching the Thanksgiving table after a truck carrying the birds crashed early Friday in Fostoria.
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Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening Held On Pollinator Paradise At Dickinson Co. Nature Center
Mon 11-18-2019
Kiley Roth, Community Relations Coordinator for the nature center says construction on the addition was completed back in March of this year.
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Public invited to Community Social following TEDxOkoboji November 22
Fri 11-15-2019
2201 Highway 71,Okoboji,IA
(Okoboji)-Light snacks, cash bar offered starting at 4:30 at the Pearson Lakes Art Center
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Hwy 86 On West Side Of West Lake Okoboji To Be Re-Surfaced Next Summer
Fri 11-15-2019
As part of that project, the Dickinson County Board of Supervisors Tuesday signed off on an agreement with the Iowa Department of Transportation.
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Sanitary Sewer System In Fostoria To Undergo Smoke Testing
Fri 11-15-2019
(Fostoria)-- Officials say the testing is being done to find any illegal connections into the system, as that too much wastewater is getting into the city's treatment lagoons.
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Clay County Fair & Events Center Announces Lineup For 2020 Winter Events Series
Fri 11-15-2019
The Clay County Fair and Events Center has announced the lineup for their 2020 Winter Event Series at the Clay County Regional Events Center.
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Northwest Iowa Concert and Jazz Bands to present Fall and Holiday Concert November 18
Thu 11-14-2019
314 South 1st Street, Estherville, IA
(Estherville)-Band Members from 14 area cities to perform.
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Collision South Of Superior Sends One Person To The Hospital
Thu 11-14-2019
A collision Wednesday south of Superior sent one person to the hospital.
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Regional Economist Predicts Slower Retail Growth Over Holiday Season
Thu 11-14-2019
Creighton University economics professor Ernie Goss predicts retail sales will grow by 3 to 4 percent this holiday shopping season, with roughly a 14 percent increase in the e-commerce sector. But, he says the outlook is not as good this year as in previous ones
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Officials Remind Everyone Of Dangers With Early Ice Cover On Most Lakes
Thu 11-14-2019
The much colder than normal temperatures for this time of year have resulted in ice forming on some of the Iowa Great Lakes.
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Iowa Lakes Corridor Dev. Corp. Holds Annual Business Recognition Luncheon
Thu 11-14-2019
The Iowa Lakes Corridor Development Corporation held its 10th annual business recognition program Wednesday in Spencer.
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Arnolds Park Also Dropping Out Of Highway 71 Corridor Study
Thu 11-14-2019
With one member absent, the city council there voted four-to-nothing Wednesday to drop out of the study, joining the cities of Milford and Okoboji who voted at their respective meetings Tuesday evening to also opt out of the study.
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Spencer Businessman Pleads Not Guilty To Tax Fraud
Thu 11-14-2019
A 36-year-old Spencer business owner has pleaded not guilty to tax fraud charges.
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Northwest Bank accepting donations for the Backpack Program throughout November
Wed 11-13-2019
1008 18th St Spirit Lake, IA
(Spirit Lake)-Program helps students at Spirit Lake and Okoboji Schools during long holiday break.
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Two Long-Time Environmental Specialists At DNR Spencer Field Office To Retire At End Of The Year
Wed 11-13-2019
A reception for Julie Sievers and Bryon Whiting will be held December 18th from 1:00 until 3:00 pm.
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Spirit Lake-Based Rembrandt Foods To Close Egg Processing Plant
Wed 11-13-2019
52 people will be left without a job once the plant in Renville, Minnesota ceases operations.
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Okoboji City Council Tables Land Swap Proposal
Wed 11-13-2019
The Okoboji City Council Tuesday tabled a proposal for a land swap with 17 Oak Condominiums that would help necessitate a project by the city and Imagine Iowa Great Lakes to spruce up an adjoining park, known as “East Lake Park”, on the east side of Highway 71 across from Kum 'n Go.
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Lack Of Bids Results In Delay On Dixon Beach Seawall Rip-Rap Project
Wed 11-13-2019
(Okoboji)-- The Okoboji City Council learned Tuesday night no bids were received on the project.
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Local Farmer Elected To Board Of Directors Of A Member-Owned Farm Credit Cooperative
Wed 11-13-2019
Compeer Financial announced today (Wed.) Rodney Bosma of Rushmore, Minnesota has been elected to a four-year term on its board.
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Dickinson Co. Supervisors Vote To Fill Upcoming Vacant Co. Attorney Position By Appointment
Wed 11-13-2019
The Dickinson County Board of Supervisors Tuesday voted to appoint Amy Zenor as County Attorney when John Martin steps down from the position at the end of the year.
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Canvass Of Election Results Impacts City Election In Terril
Wed 11-13-2019
Three city council seats were on the ballot. A write-in candidate wound up winning one of those seats.
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Some Lakes Area Cities Are Having Second Thoughts On Highway 71 Study Through The Lakes Corridor
Wed 11-13-2019
An earlier proposal would have had the funding for the study being provided by Imagine Iowa Great Lakes and the Iowa Department of Transportation. But City Administrator Michael Meyers told the Okoboji City Council Tuesday evening that's now changed.
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Mitchell Keeran to premiere Summer Ball November 16 in Bancroft
Tue 11-12-2019
304 S Summit St, Bancroft, IA
(Bancroft)-Keeran to appear for Q & A at Summit Center on Saturday.
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Benefit Planned For Victims Of Spirit Lake House Fire
Tue 11-12-2019
A fundraising event will be held later this month for victims of a house fire this past Friday evening in Spirit Lake.
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Dickinson Co. Supervisors Hear Proposal For Upgrades To 911 Communications Center
Tue 11-12-2019
Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Ehret says some of the equipment in the center is nearing its life expectancy.
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Portion Of Peoria Avenue In Spirit Lake To Be Closed Beginning Thursday
Tue 11-12-2019
A portion of Peoria Avenue near Hy-Vee and Clean Slate Auto Spa in Spirit Lake will be closed to traffic starting this Thursday (Nov. 14th) for a joint project between the Dickinson County Trails Board and city of Spirit Lake.
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Dickinson Co. Supervisors Hear Proposal For Additional Siren & Possible Upgrades For Others
Tue 11-12-2019
The Dickinson County Board of Supervisors today (Tues.) heard a proposal from Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Ehret to add a siren near the Fed Ex facility on 255th Avenue on the northeast side of Spirit Lake.
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Dickinson Co. Supervisors Vote 4-1 To Move To A Different Mental Health Service Region
Tue 11-12-2019
The Dickinson County Board of Supervisors today (Tues.) voted 4-1 to move to a different mental health services region.
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Clay County Traffic Stop Results In Arrest Of Florida Man
Tue 11-12-2019
Upon making contact with the driver the deputy noticed the smell of marijuana and found some of the substance in the vehicle.
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17-Year-Old Escapes Injury In Single Vehicle Crash
Tue 11-12-2019
The Clay County Sheriff's Office says deputies were called shortly after 1:00 pm November 5th to a report of a vehicle on its top at the intersection of 290th Avenue and 440th Street in Clay county.
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Experts Offer Advice On Lowering Home Heating Costs
Tue 11-12-2019
They say there are several things you can do around the house to help out as well, like using ceiling fans to push down warm air from near the ceiling; caulking, sealing and weather stripping doors and windows; and turn off ventilation fans once you're done using them.
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State Of Iowa Launching A Tracking And Reporting System For Sexual Assault Evidence Kits
Tue 11-12-2019
Officials say it will provide transparent status updates to survivors of rape as well as law enforcement and medical professionals.
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Pearson Lakes Art Center to present Abbey Soul: A Beatles Tribute November 14
Mon 11-11-2019
2201 Highway 71, Okoboji, IA
(Okoboji)-Music After Hours concerts to be held 2nd Thursday of the Month.
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12 SLHS Band Members Selected To Participate In Honor Band
Mon 11-11-2019
(Spirit Lake)-- 12 Spirit Lake High School Band Members have been selected to participate in the NWIBA Honor Band.
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No Injuries Reported In Grain Dryer Fire
Mon 11-11-2019
The Estherville and Gruver Fire Departments were called a little after 10:00 am after getting a report of a grain dryer on fire at New Fashion Pork on Highway 4 in Estherville.
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Wet Corn, Shortage Of Propane Causing Issues For Some Farmers
Mon 11-11-2019
Paul Kassel, an agronomist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Clay county, says while most of the early planted corn has been coming in with favorable moisture in the teens, most of the late planted crop has levels much higher
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Minor Injuries Reported When Vehicle Collides With Deer
Mon 11-11-2019
Minor injuries were reported Saturday evening when a vehicle collided with a deer in Osceola county.
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Arnolds Park-Okoboji Fire Chief Chris Yungbluth Receives Special Recognition
Mon 11-11-2019
Arnolds Park-Okoboji Fire Chief Chris Yungbluth was awarded the 2019 Roger Mooty Memorial Award this past weekend.
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Spirit Lake Middle School Band Students To Perform In Honor Bands
Mon 11-11-2019
Eight Spirit Lake Middle School band students were selected to participate in the 52nd annual Northwest Iowa Middle School Honor Bands Festival.
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Okoboji Foundation Presents $24,000 Check To DNR For Water Quality Improvement Project At Spirit Lake Fish Hatchery
Mon 11-11-2019
It allows fish feed and fish waste time to settle in the ponds, prior to the water going into the lake.
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No Injuries Reported In SL House Fire (1)
Sat 11-9-2019
Firefighters were called to 710 22nd Street after getting a report of smoke in a residence there, possibly from a chimney fire.
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Iowa Great Lakes Sanitary District Embarking On Solar Power Project
Fri 11-8-2019
Steve Anderson, Superintendent of the Iowa Great Lakes Sanitary District tells KUOO news they're embarking on a solar project as a way to reduce costs at the facility just northeast of Milford.
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Milford Business Owner Receives Special Award
Fri 11-8-2019
Representatives of the U.S. Small Business Administration presented Tom Wright, owner of Okoboji Tree Specialists, with an Iowa Impact Award.
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Crash Near George Sends One Person To The Hospital
Fri 11-8-2019
A single vehicle crash Wednesday near George sent one person to the hospital.
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REAP Assembly Meeting To Be Held December 3rd In Spencer
Fri 11-8-2019
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will be holding a series of REAP assembly meetings around the state in the coming weeks.
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Firefighters To Burn Former Golden Sun Elevator In Estherville Saturday (Nov. 9th) As A Training Exercise
Fri 11-8-2019
City officials say the exercise is scheduled to start at 6:00 am, and that it's contingent upon favorable weather.
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Dickinson Co. Supervisors Again Delay Decision On Possibly Opting Into Another Mental Health Service Region
Thu 11-7-2019
(Spirit Lake)-- The Board of Supervisors took no action in a special meeting late Thursday on the possibility of the county leaving Northwest Iowa Care Connections and joining Sioux Rivers.
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Dates Set For Local Forums For Upcoming Iowa Legislative Session
Thu 11-7-2019
Forums put on by the Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce are scheduled for February 15th, March 7th, and March 28th, 2020. They'll be held from 11:30 am until 12:30 pm at the Pearson Lakes Art Center in Okoboji.
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Collision On County Road N-14 Just South Of Clay-Dickinson County Line Sends Two People To The Hospital
Thu 11-7-2019
A two-vehicle collision Wednesday in the 2800 mile of County Road N-14 just south of the Clay-Dickinson county line sent two people to the hospital.
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Youth In Philanthropy Sets $50,000 Fundraising Goal
Thu 11-7-2019
The Okoboji Foundation's Youth in Philanthropy program set $50,000 as their fundraising goal for this year at a meeting Wednesday at Lakeside Lab.
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Palo Alto Co. Crash Injures Man
Thu 11-7-2019
A West Bend man was injured Wednesday when a vehicle he was driving collided with a utility pole.
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Sibley Fire Chief Sustains Minor Injury In Collision
Thu 11-7-2019
Minor injuries were reported in a collision Monday night on Highway 60 in Osceola county involving a vehicle and a tractor.
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Public Urged To Attend Veteran's Day Programs Monday (Nov. 11th)
Thu 11-7-2019
Dennis Perry, Commander of the Spirit Lake American Legion, says one of those will be held Monday morning at the Sami Center at Spirit Lake High School
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Unemployment Rates In Region Remain Fairly Stable
Thu 11-7-2019
Figures released today (Thurs.) show Iowa's jobless rate in September was unchanged from August at 2.5 percent.
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Local Business Recognized Nationally For Recruiting, Employing And Retaining Veterans
Thu 11-7-2019
Iowa Lakes Regional Water of Spencer receive a platinum level award through the U.S. Department of Labor's HIRE Vets program.
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Minor Injuries Reported In Single Vehicle Crash (4)
Thu 11-7-2019
Minor injuries were reported early Wednesday in a single vehicle crash on 310th Avenue in Clay county.
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Okoboji After Prom Committee to hold Donkey Basketball Fundraiser November 11
Wed 11-6-2019
10 Broadway Street, Arnolds Park, IA
(Arnolds Park)-Tickets are $7 in advance, $10 at the door, with proceeds going to Okoboji High School After Prom event.
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Winter Weather Awareness Day In Iowa Is Thursday (Nov. 7th)
Wed 11-6-2019
Dickinson County Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Ehret says now is definitely a good time to make sure that vehicle is ready for the winter conditions and that you have the proper items with you.
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Snow & Ice Said To Be Factors In Separate I-90 Crashes That Sent Several People To The Hospital
Wed 11-6-2019
Snow and ice were said to be contributing factors in some crashes Tuesday evening on Interstate 90.
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Man Escapes Injury In Single Vehicle Crash In Clay County
Wed 11-6-2019
A Peterson man escaped injury in a single vehicle crash Tuesday in Clay county.
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Milford-Based Landmark Products Enjoys Even More Growth
Wed 11-6-2019
Dana Evaro, Vice President of Marketing for Landmark Products tells KUOO news they continue to diversify their line of products
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UDMO Reminds Low Income Residents Of Home Heating Assistance Program
Wed 11-6-2019
Even colder temperatures are in the forecast and that has officials with Upper Des Moines Opportunity reminding low income residents of a program that gives assistance with heating bills.
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City/School Election Results
Tue 11-5-2019
2019 City & School Election Results
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Ayrshire Man Accused Of Burglary
Tue 11-5-2019
An investigation into a break in of the former Quick Stop Convenience Store in Ayrshire has resulted in the arrest of an Ayrshire man.
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Northwest Bank to present Priorities & Purpose: A Conversation about Values November 7 & 8
Tue 11-5-2019
610 Linden Dr.,Arnolds Park,IA
(Arnolds Park)-Events are free, however RSVP required.
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No Injuries Reported In Tractor Fire (1)
Tue 11-5-2019
Royal firefighters were called around 7:30 pm Monday to a report of a tractor and some corn on fire in a field near Royal.
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Dickinson County Considering Switching Mental Health Service Regions
Tue 11-5-2019
The county currently belongs to Northwest Iowa Care Connections. However, Beth Will, Community Services Director, told the Board of Supervisors today (Tues.) O'Brien county will be leaving Northwest Iowa Care Connections and will be joining the Sioux Rivers region.
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Small Plane Makes Emergency Landing At Sibley Airport After Experiencing Engine Trouble
Tue 11-5-2019
A small plane made an emergency landing Monday at the Sibley airport after experiencing engine trouble.
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Program For Dickinson Co. Veterans To Be Held Thurs. (Nov. 7th)
Tue 11-5-2019
Organizer Samantha Emrich says Thursday's event will be held from 10:00 am until 12 Noon in the Community Room at the Dickinson County Courthouse.
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Suspicious Person Investigation Results In Arrest (2)
Tue 11-5-2019
An investigation this past Saturday into a report of a suspicious person in Sibley resulted in an arrest.
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Firefighters Find Body Of A Man In Spencer House Fire
Mon 11-4-2019
The Spencer Fire Department was called to the scene at 1408 13th Avenue West.
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Democratic Presidential Hopeful Pete Buttigieg Brings Campaign To NW Iowa
Mon 11-4-2019
Buttigieg told a large crowd at the Spencer YMCA climate change and restoring America's credibility abroad would be among his priorities if elected.
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Iowa Lakes Community College Student Leaders planning Veterans Day events
Mon 11-4-2019
3200 College Dr, Emmetsburg, IA
(Emmetsburg)-All Campuses have Honor Trees in place, special program on tap for Veterans Day
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Low To Moderate Income Families In Spencer May Apply For Assistance In Paying Solid Waste Bills
Mon 11-4-2019
City officials say that for those who qualify, the reduction would be rebated in December, 2019 on their utility bill.
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Estherville Collision Sends Two People To The Hospital
Mon 11-4-2019
Police say 19-year-old Jennifer Vidales Mares of Estherville was driving a 2004 Buick northbound and 56-year-old Coletta Jaeger of Estherville was driving a 2015 Jeep Wrangler eastbound when the two collided at an intersection.
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Some Reminders Of Things You'll Need To Know Before Voting Tuesday
Mon 11-4-2019
Jordan Moyer of the Dickinson County Auditor's Office says the most important is a change in polling locations.
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Clay County Traffic Stop Results In Arrest Of Linn Grove Man
Mon 11-4-2019
The Clay County Sheriff's Office says it happened shortly before 5:00 pm Tuesday when a deputy pulled over a vehicle in the 3700 mile of Highway 71.
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ISU Extension & Outreach To Offer Series Of Farm Bill Workshops In NW Iowa During December
Mon 11-4-2019
Gary Wright, Farm Business Management Specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach tells KUOO news the meetings are designed to help producers, landlords and other agri-business professions with a discussion of farm operation strategies including the 2018 Farm Bill election and enrollment process.
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Several Local Drinking Water Utilities Receive Special Recognition For Fluoridation
Sat 11-2-2019
Locally, they include Algona, Bancroft, Emmetsburg, Estherville, Hartley, Milford, Paullina, Sibley, Spencer, Spirit Lake, and Terril.
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Collision Involving A Semi & Pickup Sends One Person To The Hospital
Sat 11-2-2019
A collision Friday involving a pickup and a semi at the Iowa/Minnesota border south of Bigelow sent one person to the hospital.
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Arnolds Park Announces Winter Games Concert Line Up For Roof Garden
Fri 11-1-2019
Arnolds Park Marketing Director Paul Plumb says the concerts will be held Friday and Saturday evenings of that weekend at the Roof Garden.
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Dickinson Co. Conservation Board Votes To Sign 10-Year Lease Agreement To Brooks Management LLC To Run Brooks Golf
Fri 11-1-2019
A committee of Conservation Board members, staff and Dickinson County supervisors reviewed the submitted proposals from management companies and recommended Brooks Management LLC be awarded the 10-year contract.
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Area Veterans Urged To Attend "Veterans' Perspective Program" Nov. 6th At The Spencer VFW
Fri 11-1-2019
Stephanie Horsley of Clay County Heritage tells KUOO news the free program will be held Wednesday, November 6th at the Spencer VFW and will feature Sara Maniscalo Robinson, founder of the Iowa Veterans Perspective organization
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Area Farmers Urged To Attend Annual Pro-Ag & Management Meeting November 11th
Fri 11-1-2019
Gary Wright, Farm Business Management Specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach tells KUOO news experts will be on hand to talk about research-based information key to best-outcome 2020 agricultural decisions
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