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Public Transportation Essential Service for Many, Face Funding Challenges
Voss stays hopeful RIDES will continue all services despite less government funding.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Orioles agree to $155 million, 5-year deal with slugger Pete Alonso, AP source says
The Baltimore Orioles agreed to a $155 million, five-year contract with slugger Pete Alonso, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Office holiday parties can be dreadful for introverts and people with social anxiety
For many introverts, shy individuals and people with social anxiety, mingling at parties is often draining or arouses uncomfortable emotions. The internal debate about whether or not to attend large get-togethers can get especially intense during the holiday season, a time when many workplaces celebrate with cocktail hours, gift exchanges and other forms of organized fun.
Transfer Options Open Up for ILCC Students
Announced December 3rd, the agreement creates a clearer path for students to transfer to Iowa's public universities.
“All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914” Brings History to Life in Emmetsburg
Emmetsburg Main Street Theatre announce performances are scheduled for Friday, December 12 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, December 13 at 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, December 14 at 2:00 p.m.
3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore spent night in county jail, hours after his firing
Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was still jailed on Thursday morning, according to court records, less than 24 hours after he was fired for what the university said was an "inappropriate relationship with a staff member."
Spirit Lake Approves Annexation Request
Developers hope to build "affordable" homes and apartments on the property.
3 weeks ago in Trending, World
Italian cooking and its rituals get UN designation as world heritage
Italian food is known and loved around the world for its fresh ingredients and palate-pleasing tastes. The U.N.'s cultural agency gave foodies on Wednesday another reason to celebrate their pizza, pasta and tiramisu by listing Italian cooking as part of the world's "intangible" cultural heritage.
3 weeks ago in World
Ukraine to give revised peace plans to US as Kyiv readies for more talks with its coalition partners
Ukraine was expected to give its latest peace proposals to U.S. negotiators Wednesday, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, a day ahead of his urgent talks with leaders and officials from about 30 other countries supporting Kyiv's effort to end the war with Russia on acceptable terms.
One Hospitalized and Six Displaced in Armstrong Apartment Fire
One man was transported to the hospital, and six have been displaced by a Wednesday morning apartment building fire in Armstrong.
Cherokee Cuts Ribbon on First Major Housing Complex in 50 Years
For decades, local businesses have struggled to recruit employees simply because there was nowhere for them to live.
New USDA Grants Available for June 2024 Flood Repairs in Northwest Iowa
This funding is unique because it can reimburse you for repairs you have already finished, or help fund projects you still need to start.
3 weeks ago in National
Democrat wins Miami mayor’s race for the first time in nearly 30 years
Democrat Eileen Higgins won the Miami mayor's race on Tuesday, defeating a Republican endorsed by President Donald Trump to end her party's nearly three-decade losing streak and give Democrats a boost in one of the last electoral battles ahead of the 2026 midterms.
3 weeks ago in National
Storms bring heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest, snow and freezing rain to the Upper Midwest
The first of a series of powerful storms dumped heavy rain and swelled rivers in the Pacific Northwest on Tuesday, closing roads and prompting high water rescues.
Milford Welcomes New Mayor and Council Members
Two new city council members and a new mayor have officially joined the Milford City Council.
3 weeks ago in Sports
A’ja Wilson wins AP Female Athlete of the Year following historic 4th WNBA MVP
A'ja Wilson stood atop the WNBA again in 2025, winning an unprecedented fourth MVP as her Las Vegas Aces earned a third championship in four seasons. For that, she earned The Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year on Wednesday for the first time in her career.
3 weeks ago in World
Machado’s daughter accepts Nobel Peace Prize in Venezuelan opposition leader’s absence
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado's daughter accepted the Nobel Peace Prize in Norway on her mother's behalf Wednesday, and said in a speech written by Machado that Venezuela shows the world "we must be willing to fight for freedom."
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Beyoncé, Venus Williams, Nicole Kidman and Anna Wintour will co-chair next Met Gala
The new Met Gala co-chairs have been announced, and it's a high-powered quartet: Beyoncé, Venus Williams and Nicole Kidman will join Vogue's Anna Wintour in hosting the star-packed event next May.
Republican Wendy Larson Takes Win in Special Election
The Republican in the special election in Statehouse District number 7 marched easily to victory yesterday.
Lake Park FD Responds to Storage Shed Fire
The Lake Park Fire Department was dispatched to the Northeast corner of town Tuesday morning.
