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1 week ago
Ward 4 to Be Filled by Special Election
After the Spencer City council's decision to fill the Ward 4 vacancy by appointment earlier this year was overturned by a petition calling for a special election, they have voted unanimously to hold a special election to fill a new vacancy.
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Spencer Chamber CEO Sheriffa Jones Recognized in Iowa 500
Spencer Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Sheriffa Jones has been named to the Iowa 500, a statewide list recognizing Iowa’s most influential leaders.
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Tornadoes Highlighted in Today’s Severe Weather Awareness Topic
Today’s Severe Weather Awareness Week topic is tornadoes.
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New Alta Restaurant Becomes Finalist for Best Burger
Scooter's on Main in Alta received enough online votes to make the finals in this year's Best Burger contest sponsored by the Iowa Beef Industry Council.
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Emmet County Campgrounds Set to Open Ahead of Busy Summer Season
Campgrounds in Emmet County are getting ready to open as officials prepare for a busy summer season.
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Spencer Hospital Training Center Receives All Star Designation
Spencer, Iowa (NorthwestIowaNow.com) — Spencer Hospital’s Training Center has earned national recognition as one of the first programs in the…
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Monthly Rural Mainstreet Index Released For March
The monthly measurement of the Midwest economy by Creighton University fell from 47.9 in February to 40.9 in March.
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Glacier’s Edge Wind Farm Has Reached Full Taxable Value
County Assessor Nathaniel Story reported that Glacier's Edge Wind Farm near Marcus, has reached its full taxable value.
1 week ago
Two Charged in Pocahontas Robbery
Police Chief Alex Leu tells KICD News his department received the report around 3:30 Saturday afternoon.
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Severe Weather Awareness Week Highlights the Dangers of Lightning
Today’s Severe Weather Awareness Week topic is lightning.
2 weeks ago
Annual Audit Report Released for Dickinson County
While the books show growth, they also reveal several red flags regarding taxpayer funds.
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Family Nature Night in Dickinson County Next Week
Family Nature Night with Dickinson County Conservation Board is next week.
2 weeks ago
Sherwood Forest Park Reports Major Progress
Dickinson County Conservation reports significant progress toward opening Sherwood Forest Park.
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Hotel Feasibility Study for City of Spencer is Complete
Spencer, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — The hotel feasibility study for the city of Spencer has been completed. Sara McKay with the…
2 weeks ago
Lakeside Man Faces Felony Charges Following Storm Lake Investigations
A Lakeside man is facing multiple felony charges after being arrested Tuesday evening on several warrants.
2 weeks ago
Drought Area Expands in Corridor
The area of Moderate Drought has crept over a little more of the KICD Broadcast area in Thursday's update of the USDA Drought Monitor.
2 weeks ago
Deadline for County Office Election is This Week
There's a deadline this week for individuals interested in running for county office this year.
2 weeks ago
Annual Grocery Grab Gives Adds More Food for UDMO Food Bank
There's a little more food on the shelf at Upper Des Moines's food bank in Spencer thanks to the Clay County Farm Bureau.
2 weeks ago
Lyon County Truck/Train Victim Name Released
39-year-old Kyle Madetzke of Baltic, South Dakota was at the wheel of a 2026 Ford pickup that failed to stop on 110th Street Northwest of Lester as he approached the moving BNSF train.
