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LeRoy “Lee” Van Tol, 92, of Sanborn
A memorial service for LeRoy “Lee” Van Tol, 92, of Sanborn will be held on Tuesday, November 17th, at 10:00…
Jane Bullock, 82, of West Okoboji
Funeral services for Jane Bullock, age 82, of West Okoboji will be held Tuesday, November 17th, at 10:00 a.m. at…
Two Found Dead Following House Fire in Pocahontas
A house fire in Pocahontas led to two deaths, including a child, Friday evening.
Death Investigation Leads to Precautionary Lockdown at Estherville Schools
A police investigation into the death of a woman led to a precautionary lockdown at Estherville schools Friday afternoon.
23 hours ago in Entertainment
Meet the new ‘Bachelor,’ a quarterback for the Washington Commanders
After a troubled year for "The Bachelor" franchise, the ABC reality dating show is going back to a familiar well: the NFL. The network announced Friday that Sam Hartman, a quarterback for the Washington Commanders, will be handing out roses on the 30th season of the show.
23 hours ago in Entertainment
A tiny hand, baby Vans and a new chapter for Avril Lavigne — motherhood
Avril Lavigne — the princess of pop-punk — has a new title: mom. The eight-time Grammy Award-nominated singer-songwriter revealed on Instagram on Friday that she has welcomed her first child, a baby girl.
23 hours ago in National, Trending
Flights halted at airports across US due to air traffic control communications problems, FAA says
The Federal Aviation Administration grounded all flights nationwide Friday afternoon because of communications problems at regional air traffic control centers. The FAA notice said the ground stop was being imposed "due to extraordinary circumstances and for reasons of safety."
Spencer Girls Swim Team Takes Top 15 at State Championships
Sears with two podium finishes for Tigers
Paullina Man Charged After Allegedly Assaulting Caretaker During Dispute Over Cellphone
A rural Paullina man was charged after allegedly assaulting his caretaker Sunday.
1 day ago in World
Peru’s Chiclayo welcomes its former shepherd home, and revels in pope’s love
Pope Leo XIV returned Friday to his beloved former diocese of Chiclayo, an emotional homecoming that underscored his love for his Peruvian flock and their pride that their shepherd now runs the Catholic Church.
1 day ago in National
The Microsoft outage means no incessant email chimes or message pings, but still we stayed online
Microsoft 365 teetered on the edge of becoming Microsoft 364 as the global outage stretched from Thursday into, ironically (or fittingly, depending on your personal outlook), Friday the 13th. Thousands used the 21st century technology of social media to complain about the 20th century invention of email.
1 day ago in Sports
McIlroy shares lead with Hatton at season-ending World Tour Championship on European tour
Rory McIlroy recovered from a back-nine wobble to birdie No. 18 and share the 36-hole lead at the season-ending World Tour Championship on Friday, leaving him well-placed to win a record-tying eighth Race to Dubai golf title.
Emmetsburg School Bond Falls Short of Required Supermajority for Third Straight Year
For the third consecutive year a bond issue to finance a new elementary school in Emmetsburg received a majority of votes, but not the super majority it required.
1 day ago in Sports
Jayden Daniels and Commanders rally to stun the Giants 24-21 and keep their hopes alive
Even after Jayden Daniels threw two interceptions and it looked like the Washington Commanders were hurtling toward a painful loss at the New York Giants, teammates remembered what it was like when the franchise quarterback burst onto the scene in 2024 and led some memorable comebacks in a magical rookie year.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will soon celebrate its 100th edition: Which stars are in the lineup?
Megan Moroney, Teddy Swims, Queen Latifah, Keke Palmer, Jimmy Fallon & The Roots and JoJo will help celebrate the 100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade this year, a lineup that includes a record-breaking, very appropriate 100 inflatables in the sky, including Bluey, Mickey Mouse and Hello Kitty.
County Supervisors Approve Red Rock Wind Drainage Agreement
Officials from Clay, Dickinson, and Emmet counties met jointly to review and approve a key drainage agreement for the proposed Red Rock Wind Energy Center Tuesday.
Estherville Fire Department Responds to Two Home Fires in Two Days
The Estherville Fire Department responded to two smoke-filled residential fire calls over the course of two days.
School Play Season Arrives with Productions in Spencer, Okoboji, and Estherville
Wedged between the fall and winter sports seasons, It's School Play season in Iowa.
Jolene Rubis, 80, of Milford
A Mass of Christian Burial for Jolene Rubis, age 80, of Milford will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday,…
Phyllis Krukow, 97, of Dickens
Services for 97-year-old Phyllis Krukow of Dickens will be 11:00 AM Monday, November 16th, 2026, at Geelan Funeral Home in…