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3 weeks ago in Features, Trending
‘Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers’ brings artistry to a Halloween tradition
When fall arrives and leaves start changing color, Mike Valladao, a systems engineer at a cybersecurity company, slips into his alter ego, "Farmer Mike," also known as the "Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers."
3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Yamal, Mbappé, Kane and Messi in contention to win the Ballon d’Or. Here’s what to know
The Ballon d'Or winners will be announced on Monday with a new generation of soccer stars, led by Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé, ready to stamp their name on the trophy that for so long was a personal duel between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Saturday is the Deadline for Micro-Grant Applications
It's time for the fall Main Street Micro-Grant awards in Spencer.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Chris Brown avoids prison time for brawling at a London nightclub
Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown avoided prison time Monday for beating a music producer with a tequila bottle at a London nightclub three years ago.
Sioux City Man Charged After Wrong-Way Chase and Patrol Car Crash in Spirit Lake
Spirit Lake Police have released new details about a Thursday evening chase that started at the Walmart corner and ended near the Camp Foster Road.
3 weeks ago in World
Lula’s win in Brazil bucks a regional shift to the right and denies Trump a powerful ally
Brazilian voters have denied Latin America's resurgent right its ultimate prize, snapping a streak of seven straight conservative presidential victories in 18 months.
Spencer Girls Swimming Claims Melissa Fender Memorial
Spencer wraps up regular season with dominant showing in Council Bluffs
Top-Ranked Wildcats Thump Generals in Class A Playoffs First Round
Woodbury Central's Verschoor tosses 5 Touchdowns
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘Rent’ musical celebrates its 30th Broadway anniversary with a starry show: ‘No day but today’
Jordan Fisher was in middle school when he first heard it. He was at his first cast party, gathering with fellow performers around his drama teacher's piano after some community theater.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
The new wedding budget: Where couples are spending more, and less
Modern Gents reports average wedding spending hit $34,200 in 2025, highlighting that couples prioritize experiences and personalization while balancing budgets amid rising costs.
Hull Man Sentenced for Illegal Gun Possession
A Hull man previously convicted of a felony has now been sentenced to twenty-seven months in prison for illegally possessing a firearm.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Thunder star and NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s record 20-point streak ends at 141 games
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander decided it was time for his record streak of 20-point games to end. The Oklahoma City star's run of 141 consecutive regular season contests with at least 20 points ended Thursday night when he subbed himself out toward the end of a game against the Denver Nuggets.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Why big music stars like Harry Styles and Celine Dion are embracing residencies
For Harry Styles' dedicated audience, it is the can't-miss event of the year: Tens of thousands have descended on New York City's Madison Square Garden each night of his 30-date residency, rushing to catch the show before it concludes Halloween weekend.
Spencer Golf Pro is Retiring
The city of Spencer is in the market for a new Golf-Pro and golf course manager.
3 weeks ago in World
Vance could be a major Category 3 hurricane Friday as it nears Mexico
Vance became a hurricane Friday and the National Hurricane Center said it would strengthen rapidly as it nears Mexico's Pacific Coast.
RIDES Offerings Help to the Polls
RIDES Regional Transit Service says if you have no other way to vote, they can get you to the polls.
Lake Park Voters to Decide $4.6M Bond Issue
Lake Park, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — Residents of Lake Park have a bond issue on their election ballot this year. Fire…
Three Teams, Seventeen Individuals Advance to Class 1A and 2A State Cross Country Meets
KICD 9-County Area Teams take top 2 spots in Eagle Grove Site
Top Seeded Warriors Too Much for Tigers in Regional Semifinal
Sioux Center ends Spencer's season for 3rd time in last four years
