The Sioux County Sheriff's Office says 18-year-old Josiah Gonzalez of Granville was driving a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu westbound on Highway 10 about three miles east of Alton.

The Sheriff's Office says eight dogs and 10 chickens were removed earlier this month from 407 Clay Street after getting a complaint of possible animal abuse.

Allan Schwidder was charged with 1^st degree murder in the death of 27-year-old Rollin Bontrager of Washington, Iowa. His body was found July 22^nd of last year in Virgin Lake near Ruthven.

Law enforcement and rescue crews were kept extremely busy in the December 23rd storm rescuing stranded motorists. They say things have been very quiet so far, atleast, in that regard when it comes to this blizzard. 

Local authorities say they want everyone to STAY OFF THE ROADS due to whiteout conditions which will continue through the day today (Friday). 

Hy-Vee has announced it will be offering COVID-19 rapid antibody testing at more than 250 of its pharmacy locations beginning Monday, January 18th.

The Lake Okoboji United Methodist Camp and the Lakes Area Dog Park have renewed their partnership for another 10 years. 

The Spencer Chamber of Commerce and the Ag Outlook Committee have announced the cancellation of this year's Ag Outlook due to COVID-19 concerns.

Martin County Sheriff Jeffrey Markquart says if you're caught out in that county after roads are closed, you better have your wallet handy

Dalziel tells KUOO news he's honored by the appointment.

With a possible blizzard in the forecast, one area Sheriff's Office is urging those with travel plans, especially tonight (Thurs.) and tomorrow (Fri.) to reconsider them.

A new full time physician as joined the Emergency Room staff at Lakes Regional Healthcare.

Rebecca Peters of Okoboji Tourism told the Dickinson County Board of Supervisors earlier this week that the lakes area actually fared better than the state as a whole.

Spencer Municipal Utilities cable television subscribers are noticing some changes in their lineups.

A man was injured after being struck by a vehicle Wednesday in Jackson.

The Iowa Transportation Commission today (Wed.) approved $285,690 in funding through that program for the first phase of a project connecting the Clay county trail system with Dickinson county's.

(Arnolds Park)-Registrations starting to fill up for various events

The Jackson Fire Department responded around 7:45 pm Monday to 113 5^th Street.

Some Dixon Beach property owners on West Lake Okoboji and the city of Okoboji are at odds with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources over the spacing of some docks in that area.

Vance Jorgensen was elected to an at-large seat on the board.

The agency says Blake Mills has been assigned to Dickinson county.

Lakeshore Drive was once again a major topic of discussion at last (Tues.) evening's Okoboji City Council meeting.

The Spirit Lake City Council Tuesday evening gave final adoption to a couple of ordinance revisions pertaining to fireworks. One bans the use of fireworks altogether in the city while another pertains to who can be held responsible for violating that ordinance.

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Iowa says 31-year-old Christian Javier Ramirez entered the plea today (Tues.) to a charge of conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. 

(Arnolds Park)-Eight Cheerleaders selected via online voting this year

Area law enforcement agencies say a funeral procession this Friday (Jan. 15^th) for DNR Officer Steve Reighard will likely result in some lengthy traffic delays on Highways 9 and 71.

The city of Orleans is re-visiting an agreement it has with Dickinson county regarding a recycling drop-off site the city operates.

County Engineer Dan Eckert says the savings on wear and tear with equipment, fuel and materials has been very significant

It was announced Monday Greg Post will serve in that capacity.

In a press release this (Monday) evening, Estherville police say the victim of the January 2nd fire has been identified as 69-year-old Paul Ostendorf, who was in the house at the time.

The Milford City Council Monday evening decided to go along with a recommendation from City Attorney David Stein, Jr. when it comes to the city making contributions to non profit entities.

A new program is joining the offerings of extra curricular activities at Okoboji High School.

(Spirit Lake)-Volunteers opportunities offered for those who wish to work from home

Two people were injured in a one vehicle accident this morning on Interstate 90 in Fairmont.

The Healthiest State Initiative has announced Dickinson county is among seven finalists for its 2021 Community Award.