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Former Emmetsburg Daycare Provider Sentenced in Toddler’s Death
A former Emmetsburg daycare provider has been sentenced in connection with a toddler under her care.
Veterans Day Events Planned in Spencer and Estherville
The Veterans Day Program in Spencer will be at 11am at the Iowa Army National Guard Armory at 11 East 21st Street.
3 days ago in Entertainment
The ‘Hunger Games’ are back, with an A-list cast and brutal origin story for Haymitch
Three years ago, new cinematic life was found in a "Hunger Games" adventure without Katniss. Now, the franchise is back, jumping through time again to check in on another major character from the original films in his teenage years: Haymitch Abernathy.
3 days ago in National, Trending
More than a dozen key races remain too early to call one week after Election Day
The size of Democrats' majorities in the House and Senate remained undetermined one week after Election Day as more than a dozen races were still too early to call Tuesday.
4 days ago in Lifestyle
Year-end checklist for small businesses: 15 steps to start in November
Intuit QuickBooks reports that one in three U.S. adults plan to start a business in 2026.
4 days ago in Lifestyle
A language of belonging: Advice for learning the mother tongue of your ancestors
Losing a tangible connection to your family's ancestral homeland can bring unexpected sorrow, whether through the death of an older relative, the sale of a property passed down for generations gets sold or the destruction a handful of surviving heirlooms.
Tigers Bring Eight Events to State Swimming Championships
Wittrock, McFarland, Paterson, and Sears to compete individually
Spencer Main Street Awards Fall Grant Winners for 2026
Spencer Main Street has announced its five winners of the Main Street Micros Grant Program for Fall 2026.
Growing O’Brien County Business Set to Open Paullina Storefront
A local online apparel business is moving forward with a permanent location in downtown Paullina.
A Democrat Suggests Ernst for Defense Secretary Role
One of the Iowa Democrats elected to Congress this week believes Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth should be replaced.
4 days ago in Sports, Trending
PWHL expansion teams get names: Detroit Clutch, San Jose Sea Lions, Vegas Vanguards, Hamilton Havoc
The Professional Women's Hockey League's four new expansion teams finally have nicknames and logos to accompany them in preparing to make their on-ice debuts next month.
Paullina Man Charged After Allegedly Restoring Power to Home
A Paullina man faces multiple charges after allegedly restoring electricity to his home without authorization.
Emmet County Auditor Appointed to National Election Review Council
In Iowa, County Auditors are also in charge of elections.
5 days ago in Sports
NASCAR’s 2026 season defined by two Kyles: Larson’s playoff surge and Busch’s shocking death
NASCAR's championship weekend started with another Kyle Busch remembrance and ended with another Kyle Larson celebration. The Cup Series drivers will be linked forever.
5 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ is almost here. What to know about the characters, music and billions at stake
"Grand Theft Auto" has never been much for following the rules. Nearly three decades after a video game built around stealing cars, outrunning police and embracing criminal mayhem first arrived, the franchise has survived controversy, transformed open-world gaming and become one of the biggest sellers in entertainment.
Spencer Discount Cards Now Available for Christmas
The Spencer Chamber of Commerce has launched its annual gift card program.
Fall Fish Count Indicates Strong Numbers
The Iowa DNR says fish numbers are strong based on fall netting operations.
5 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Russell Brand is sentenced to 10 1/2 years in a British prison for rape and sexual assault
Russell Brand was sentenced Monday to 10 1/2 years in prison for raping one woman and sexually assaulting three others during a period when his comedy career built around boasts of erotic exploits was taking off.
Emmet County Attorney Determined by Write-In
There were no candidates on the ballot for Emmet County Attorney this year.
