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Fright Hike Haunts Fort Defiance This Weekend

The Estherville Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Fright Hike this Saturday.

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NOAA Winter Outlook Favors Warmer, Wetter Conditions for Northwest Iowa

NOAA's U.S. Winter Outlook, released Thursday, October 15th, shows how El Niño will likely influence the upcoming winter months

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Okoboji Foundation Announces 2026-27 Youth in Philanthropy Class

The Okoboji Foundation has announced its annual Youth in Philanthropy Class for the 2026-2027 school year.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Al Pacino to get lifetime achievement award from the Screen Actors Guild

Al Pacino has been named the next recipient of the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award. The 86-year-old star of "Dog Day Afternoon," "Scent of a Woman" and a trilogy of "Godfather" films is the 62nd actor to receive the highest honor handed out by the Screen Actors Guild -American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.

4 weeks ago in Trending, World

Prince Harry and Meghan cheered as they make first joint appearances since returning to UK

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan appeared together in a trio of charity visits Thursday, their first joint public appearance since moving back to England, as they seek to rebuild their brand in Britain after walking away from royal duties six years ago.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Eagles rule out quarterback Jalen Hurts for Sunday’s game against Carolina with a blood clot

The Philadelphia Eagles have ruled out quarterback Jalen Hurts for Sunday's game against Carolina because of a superficial blood clot in his calf. The Eagles said in a statement Thursday that Hurts was injured in an Oct. 4 game against the Los Angeles Rams when he took a cleat to his calf area.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Halpin’s go-ahead homer flips Game 3 as Guardians beat Rays 3-2 for 2-1 AL Championship Series lead

Petey Halpin hit a go-ahead, two-run homer, Gavin Williams struck out nine over five innings and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in Game 3 Thursday to take a 2-1 lead in the AL Championship Series.

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Nearly 99% of Iowa Remains Drought-Free

For Iowa overall, 98.64% of the state is free of drought or abnormal dryness, while 1.36% remains abnormally dry (D0).

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CCF Association to Host Blue Ribbon Social Next Month

Community members are invited to learn more about the Clay County Fair's year-round activities and opportunities for involvement next month.

1 month ago in Lifestyle

Why maintaining muscle matters during weight loss, and how to do it

GoodRx reports that maintaining muscle during weight loss is crucial for health.

1 month ago in Sports

Brewers stun Dodgers with back-to-back homers in 7th inning and ride 6-2 win to 3-0 lead in NLCS

The Milwaukee Brewers hit the second-fewest home runs in baseball during the regular season, even as they topped the majors with 103 wins. Maybe they were saving their biggest swings for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Harvest Season Brings Added Hazards to Iowa Roads

The Iowa State Patrol is reminding residents to stay alert as harvest season is underway.

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Okoboji Amends Lake Access Proposal to Keep Swim Rafts

A proposed update to Okoboji's public lake access regulations advanced Tuesday night

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Recent Crashes Highlight Dangers of Increased Deer Activity

There have been several accidents involving deer over the last week.

1 month ago in Lifestyle

How parents can help a scared child enjoy Halloween

Campus Insights Media on behalf of Pennsylvania State University reports on how parents can help scared children enjoy Halloween. 

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17 hours ago in Local

Two Found Dead Following House Fire in Pocahontas

A house fire in Pocahontas led to two deaths, including a child, Friday evening.

18 hours ago in Local

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 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."

22 hours ago in Local, Local sports, Sports

Spencer Girls Swim Team Takes Top 15 at State Championships

Sears with two podium finishes for Tigers

1 day ago in Local

Paullina Man Charged After Allegedly Assaulting Caretaker During Dispute Over Cellphone

A rural Paullina man was charged after allegedly assaulting his caretaker Sunday.