Lifestyle
4 days ago in Lifestyle
Farmers’ Almanac says it will cease publication after 208 years, citing financial challenges
A 208-year-old publication that farmers, gardeners and others keen to predict the weather have relied on for guidance will be publishing for the final time.
5 days ago in Lifestyle
Peloton recalls nearly 878,000 exercise bikes after several seat posts break
Peloton is recalling nearly 878,000 of its exercise bikes across the U.S. and Canada because the products' seat posts can break during use, posing fall hazards.
5 days ago in Lifestyle
Thanksgrilling recipes and how to do it right
Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on Thanksgrilling, blending Thanksgiving and grilling. It offers menu ideas, cooking tips, and recipes for a flavorful celebration.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Ramen instead of Reese’s? Looming SNAP cuts change what’s on offer for Halloween trick-or-treaters
Many people across the U.S. are preparing to give out shelf-stable foods to trick-or-treaters this year to help fill the void left by looming cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, which helps about one in eight Americans buy groceries.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Community fights pickleball replacing basketball courts at South Florida beachside park
The city of Fort Lauderdale is planning to replace the decades-old, beachside basketball courts with pickleball courts, part of a deal with developers for a massive condo and hotel project.
National
5 hours ago in National, Trending
Arctic air hits much of the US, bringing snow to some areas and very chilly temperatures to Florida
Some of this autumn's coldest weather yet is bearing down on the United States, enveloping the eastern two-thirds of the country in Arctic air on Monday and affecting millions of people.
6 hours ago in National
ByHeart recalls all baby formula sold nationwide as infant botulism outbreak grows
ByHeart, a manufacturer of organic baby formula, recalled all of its products sold nationwide Tuesday, days after some batches were recalled in an expanding outbreak of infant botulism.
6 hours ago in National
While Trump threatens controllers, US flight cancellations will drag on even after shutdown ends
Air travelers should expect worsening cancellations and delays this week even if the government shutdown ends, as the Federal Aviation Administration rolls out deeper cuts to flights at 40 major U.S. airports, officials said Monday.
1 day ago in National
Supreme Court rejects call to overturn its decision legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.
1 day ago in National, Trending
Flight cancellations and delays worsen as government shutdown drags on
The pain Americans are facing at airports across the country is expected to get worse this week if Congress is unable to reach a deal to reopen the federal government.
1 day ago in National
Trump pardons Rudy Giuliani and others who backed efforts to overturn 2020 election, official says
President Donald Trump has pardoned his former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, his former chief of staff Mark Meadows and others accused of backing the Republican's efforts to overturn the 2020 election, a Justice Department official says.
5 days ago in National
Federal judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits in November
The ruling by U.S. District Judge John J. McConnell Jr. gave President Donald Trump's administration until Friday to make the payments through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, though it's unlikely the 42 million Americans — about 1 in 8 — will see the money on the debit cards they use for groceries that quickly.
5 days ago in National
Nancy Pelosi won’t seek reelection, ending her storied career in the US House
Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi will not seek reelection to the U.S. House, bringing to a close her storied career as not only the first woman in the speaker's office but arguably the most powerful in American politics.
Sports
6 hours ago in Sports, Trending
MLB, sportsbooks cap bets on individual pitches in response to pitch-rigging scandal
Major League Baseball said its authorized gaming operators will cap bets on individual pitches at $200 and exclude them from parlays, a day after two Cleveland Guardians players were indicted and accused of rigging pitches at the behest of gamblers.
1 day ago in Sports
Rodgers’ struggles continue to mount in Steelers’ loss to Chargers
Aaron Rodgers' tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers began on a high note with four wins in five games to start the season. Since then, however, the 41-year-old quarterback's performance has gotten progressively worse and worse as the Steelers have lost three of four.
1 day ago in Sports
MLB pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz charged with taking bribes to rig pitches for bettors
Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have been indicted on charges they took bribes from sports bettors to throw certain types of pitches, including tossing balls in the dirt instead of strikes, to ensure successful bets.
1 day ago in Local, Local sports, Sports
Tiger Swimmers Advance Five Events to State Meet
3 Relays Qualify along with Sears in the Individual Medley and Butterfly
1 day ago in Local, Local sports, Sports
Iowa Lakes Men Dominate Johnson County for Plains District Title
Lakers Dominate all thirds in 5-0 route
1 day ago in Local, Local sports, Sports
Laker Women Upset Top Ranked Johnson County for District Championship
Iowa Lakes Defense Stonewalls Cavelier attack to win in PKs
4 days ago in Sports
Broncos’ defense shines in 10-7 squeaker over Raiders despite offensive and special teams struggles
The Denver Broncos aren't collecting many style points but as long as they keep racking up more points than their opponents on the scoreboard, they don't care how ugly it looks.
4 days ago in Sports
Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown arrested on attempted murder charge in Miami shooting
Former NFL star Antonio Brown has been arrested on an attempted murder charge stemming from a shooting after a celebrity boxing event in Miami, police confirmed Thursday.
Local News
17 minutes ago in Local
Congressman Randy Feenstra Kicks off Campaign for Governor
Iowa Congressman Randy Feenstra has officially launched his campaign race for Governor Monday night.
3 hours ago in Local
Suspended Driver in Accident Near Dickens
There were no injuries, but an Estherville woman was charged after a one vehicle accident Northeast of Dickens on 310th Avenue early Monday morning.
4 hours ago in Local
Medical Helicopter Forced to Land
Nobody was injured when a medical helicopter enroute from Spirit Lake to Sioux Falls had to set down unexpectedly in rural Lyon County Sunday night.
4 hours ago in Local
Estherville Woman Dies After Police Find Unresponsive in Street
Estherville Police are investigating after an unresponsive female was found late Monday night.
9 hours ago in Local
Robert “Bob” Nonneman, 93, Sibley, formerly of Melvin
A funeral service for Robert “Bob” Nonneman, age 93 of Sibley, IA, formerly of Melvin will be held on Friday,…
24 hours ago in Local
Winter’s First Official Appearance Over the Weekend
Winter made its first official appearance, as a significant snowfall moved across the Tri-State area on November 8th.
1 day ago in Local
Estherville Woman Receives Non-Incapacitant Injuries
Highway 9/71 between Spirit Lake and Superior was closed down for an accident again Sunday afternoon.
1 day ago in Local
New Liquor & Grocery Store Planned in South Spencer
Owner Kaurav Randhawa says the one remaining building you see on the Highway 71 and 4th Street Southwest intersection will also come down soon.
Entertainment
6 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Everything you need to know about the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards. Here’s how to watch
The 2025 Latin Grammy Awards are right around the corner, which means it is time to get those viewing party plans in action. Allow us to help.
6 hours ago in Entertainment
Oprah Winfrey picks Ann Packer’s ‘Some Bright Nowhere’ for book club
Ann Packer's "Some Bright Nowhere," her first novel in a decade, is Oprah Winfrey's latest book club pick.
1 day ago in Entertainment
What to Stream: ‘Freakier Friday,’ NF, ‘Landman,’ ‘Palm Royale’ and Black Ops 7
Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan re-teaming as the body-swapping mother and daughter duo in "Freakier Friday" and albums from 5 Seconds of Summer and the rapper NF are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
Music
6 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Everything you need to know about the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards. Here’s how to watch
The 2025 Latin Grammy Awards are right around the corner, which means it is time to get those viewing party plans in action. Allow us to help.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Music
A look at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 inductees and how they were honored
The ceremony held Saturday at Los Angeles' Peacock Theater was a mix of tributes, speeches and performances by acts like Soundgarden, Salt-N-Pepa and Big Boi of Outkast, along with numerous A-list musical guests.
4 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Kendrick Lamar leads 2026 Grammy nominations, followed by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff and Cirkut
Not like us? More like him: Kendrick Lamar leads the 2026 Grammy Award nominations, announced Friday.





































