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4 weeks ago in Sports
The Little League World Series has had its share of drama before even getting to Williamsport
The road to Williamsport was filled with more drama than usual for a couple Little League World Series participants this year, including a Venezuelan team that needed visa exemptions to make the trip and an American club that narrowly knocked off a defending champ.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Angels turn triple play when Shohei Ohtani lines out to Zach Neto and 2 Dodgers are caught off base
Zach Neto had never seen a triple play in person before he made it happen himself in the sixth inning of the Los Angeles Angels' 7-6 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
4 arrests after home reportedly owned by Brad Pitt was ransacked by burglars, police say
Four people have been arrested in connection with a burglary earlier this summer at a Los Angeles home reportedly owned by actor Brad Pitt, police said Tuesday.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
Taylor Swift announces 12th studio album, ‘The Life of a Showgirl’
Look what you made her do — Taylor Swift has announced her 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl." Swift announced the album on her website shortly after a countdown timer expired at 12:12 a.m. Tuesday.
City of Estherville Announces Labor Day Closures
Several Estherville city offices will be closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Beyoncé wins first Emmy, for ‘Beyoncé Bowl’ halftime show
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, her legal name, was listed as one of a half dozen people on a team that won outstanding costumes for a variety, nonfiction or reality show for "Beyoncé Bowl," her Western-themed halftime show on Netflix's Christmas NFL game between the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.
Supervisors Discuss Century-Old Drainage System Improvements
There's some major money flowing into a project in Palo Alto County.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Bills running back James Cook ends contract standoff by agreeing to a four-year deal
Bills running back James Cook has ended his contract standoff by signing a four-year deal, Buffalo general manager Brandon Beane said Wednesday.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
Mira Sorvino to star as Roxie Hart in ‘Chicago’ on Broadway
Mira Sorvino is about to cross off something else on her bucket list. The Academy Award winner will make her Broadway debut this fall in "Chicago," playing the spotlight-seeking Roxie Hart from Sept. 15-Nov. 2 at the Ambassador Theatre.
Local Community College Lawsuit
A local Community College is being sued by a former administrator.
Spencer Emergency Room Opens Wednesday
At long last, the new Emergency Room is open to patients, starting Wednesday morning at 8 a.m.
Storm Lake Mayor Not Seeking Re-Election
Mike Porsch, the Mayor of Storm Lake, has announced he will not seek re-election this November.
2024-2025 KICD Team of the Year: Spencer Girls Soccer
Tigers claim another NWISL Crown, stopped in Regional Championship for 2nd straight year
Spencer Activities Report: 8/11/25
Recapping and Previewing the Spencer Activities Schedule
Local State Fair Runner-Up
The Iowa State Fair continues welcoming visitors through this Sunday, and now a new Queen reigns over the fairgrounds, Riah Schrage of Grundy County was crowned on August 9th.
Sheriff’s Office Investigates Two-Vehicle Crash Near Spirit Lake
The Dickinson County Sheriff's Office investigated a two vehicle accident that was reported at 11:43am, August 11th in the 1700 block of 260th Ave (M-56).
Alta Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Firearm Charge
An Alta man has pled guilty in federal court to illegally possessing a firearm.
Estherville Resident Contains Garage Fire
The prompt actions of a local resident helped contain a garage fire late Sunday night in Estherville.
Spencer Municipal Band Wraps Up This Thursday
The concert is being called a "greatest hits" performance, featuring a variety of songs from this summer's series as well as some past favorites.
Spencer Hospital Birth Center Open House This Saturday
It’s a free, come-and-go event for anyone who is expecting, a new mom, a seasoned mom, or just planning for the future.