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Lyon County Courthouse In Rock Rapids Is Closed Rest Of The Week; Authorities Say It’s “A Crime Scene”
December 17, 2025
***THIS STORY HAS BEEN UPDATED FROM A PREVIOUS VERSION TO INCLUDE NEW INFORMATION FROM AUTHORITIES*** (Rock Rapids)– The Lyon County Courthouse in Rock Rapids is currently closed to the public and will remain so the rest of the week. According to a press release from county officials, the incident took place during the overnight hours […]
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Dickinson County Corn Farmers Say They Were Severely Shorted On 2024 ARC Payments
December 17, 2025
(Milford)– Dickinson county corn farmers say they were severely underpaid through the Agricultural Risk Coverage, or ARC program for the 2024 crop year, and want something done to make it right. KUOO news visited with Scott Titterington who farms near Milford… “When we got our payments for the farm program, the ARC county payments specifically, […]
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Snowmobilers, Hikers Asked To Be On The Lookout For Each Other On Dickinson County Trails
December 17, 2025
(Spirit Lake)– For the first winter in a couple of years, the Dickinson County recreational trails are seeing a lot of activity. Erin Reed of Dickinson County Trails tells KUOO news snowmobiles are allowed on the trails, adding they work in close cooperation with the Dickinson County Snow Hawks snowmobile club… “We’ve always shared a […]
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Another Round Of Winter Weather Is Headed Our Way After A Bit Of A Reprieve
December 17, 2025
(Undated)– Some more wintry weather is headed our way. The National Weather Service says some rain will occur across the region tonight (Wed.) in advance of a strong cold front that will make its way through the region Thursday bringing strong wind and some snow showers that could temporarily reduce visibility. A high wind warning […]
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Spencer Mayor Steve Bomgaars Presides Over Final City Council Meeting
December 17, 2025
(Spencer)– Spencer Mayor Steve Bomgaars presided over his final city council meeting Monday evening. At the conclusion of the session, Bomgaars expressed his gratitude for having served in the capacity… “It’s really been an honor and a privilege to serve as Mayor of Spencer. It’s been a very eventful four years. I think we would […]
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Entries Now Being Accepted For U Of O Winter Games Chili Cook-Off
December 16, 2025
(Arnolds Park)– Entries are now being accepted for the University of Okoboji Winter Games Chili Cook-Off sponsored by Hinn Real Estate. Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber CEO and President Blain Andera… “Easiest way to do it, Steve, is just to go to uofowintergames.com. Click the events tab and you can register right online, click the […]
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Dickinson County Attorney Steve Goodlow Announces He’ll Be Resigning Effective Jan. 1st, 2026
December 16, 2025
(Spirit Lake)– Dickinson County Attorney Steve Goodlow is stepping down. Goodlow announced at this (Tues.) morning’s Board of Supervisors meeting he’ll be resigning effective January 1st, 2026… “This resignation is based on a decision I have made and a promise I wish to keep to my wife Leslie. That promise is that I would not […]
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No Injuries Reported In Ruthven House Fire
December 16, 2025
(Ruthven)– There were no immediate reports of injuries in a house fire Monday in Ruthven. Firefighters were called shortly before 8:00 am to 1207 Center Street and found flames coming from an upstairs window, with heavy smoke. It was believed everyone got out of the house unharmed. As of now no other details, including a […]
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A Comedian Will Be Among The Headliners At 2026 Clay County Fair
December 16, 2025
(Spencer)– A comedian will be among the featured grandstand entertainment at the 2026 Clay County Fair. Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias will take the stage Sunday, September 13th. Iglesias is one of the most watched comedians on YouTube with over 2.4 billion views and was the 3rd highest grossing comedian of 2024 according to Billboard. He is […]
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