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2 weeks ago

Entrepreneurs invited to The BIG Challenge

Have a dream to start or grow a business. A new regional grant competition called The BIG Challenge is offering a total of $10,000 in prize money.

2 weeks ago

The Final Tourism Weekend in Boji

The Okoboji Tourism Bureau has released rental information for the final weekend of the tourist season.

2 weeks ago

Ashton Farmer Dies in Skid Loader Rollover

A fatal skid loader accident claimed the life of a local farmer Saturday afternoon northeast of Ashton.

2 weeks ago

KICD Area Football Scoreboard: 8/29/25

High School and College Football Scores from the Week

2 weeks ago

DNR Issues Storm, Spirit and Okoboji Lakes Fishing Update

The cooler nights we've had are bringing down water temperatures, which is great news for anglers.

2 weeks ago

Spencer Campus Offers Fall Classes for a Third Age

Iowa Lakes Community College has announced its fall "Third Age College" series in Spencer, providing two new educational opportunities designed for lifelong learning.

2 weeks ago

Resurfacing and GPS-Guided Painting System

The Estherville City Council has approved two major street projects.

2 weeks ago

Big Weekend for DC Fire Fundraiser

It's a big fund-raising weekend for Dickinson County fire departments. The annual Spirit Lake Fireman's dance this year will be held at the Okoboji Barn Bar and Grill Friday night from 7 until 9. Damon Dotson will be the entertainment.

2 weeks ago

2025 Twin Lakes Conference Cross Country Preview

Coaches Preview the upcoming Cross Country Season in the Twin Lakes Conference

2 weeks ago

Iowa’s Oldest Labor Day Celebration Returns This Weekend

Iowa’s oldest Labor Day celebration is set to return to Graettinger this weekend, running from Friday, August 29th through Monday, September 1st.

2 weeks ago

UPDATE: Spencer Man Charged with First-Degree Murder

A Spencer man is facing first-degree murder charges following a deadly assault late Tuesday night.

2 weeks ago

George Man Sentenced to Over 10 Years in Federal Prison for Meth Trafficking

A George man faces more than a decade in federal prison following a major drug trafficking case.

2 weeks ago

1st Degree Murder Charges Filed in Spencer

1st degree murder charges were filed early Wednesday morning after a body was found in Spencer.

2 weeks ago

Riverside Chat at Linn Grove Campground with BV County Conservation Director

A community conversation with Johnson giving a brief history of the Linn Grove Dam and the area around it. They'll also be talking about the archaeology site that was found while developing the campground.

2 weeks ago

Blood Donations Needed as Supplies Run Critically Low, Says LifeServe Blood Center

With the busy Labor Day weekend approaching, the need for all blood types is especially high. The current supply is at critically low levels, in some cases just a few days' worth..

2 weeks ago

Storm Lake Theft Investigation Leads to Arrest in Cherokee

A Cherokee man was arrested Tuesday night on drug-related warrants out of Buena Vista County.

2 weeks ago

Spencer Splashpad Fund Drive Kicks Off in September

Engineering plans for a splashpad in Spencer have been done for some time.

2 weeks ago

Ernst Opponent Jim Carlin Campaigns in Sibley

US Senator Joni Ernst is being challenged in the Republican primary from the right.

2 weeks ago

Linn Grove and Sioux Rapids Water Update

Linn Grove and Sioux Rapids are getting a major financial boost for their water systems.

2 weeks ago

Transportation Changes for Spencer School Bus Service

Spencer Community Schools are back in session, and a new transportation plan crafted by Transportation Director Melissa Merida has students and parents attempting to learn a new system, changing some former pick up and drop off spots and transfer.

News

1 hour ago in Clay County Fair, Entertainment, Local

Clay County Fair Grandstand Line-up Change Tonight

Fresh

Fans who purchased tickets specifically to see Kershaw and Raye can request a refund by emailing the provided address by October 10th.

4 hours ago in Local

Temperatures for August Aligns with Monthly Average

The average high temperature in August was 71 degrees, which aligns with or falls slightly below the typical average for the month, according to State Climatologist Justin Glisan.

5 hours ago in National

Hegseth and Caine visit Puerto Rico as US steps up military operations in the Caribbean

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, arrived in Puerto Rico on Monday for an unexpected visit as the U.S. steps up its military operations against drug cartels in the Caribbean.

4 hours ago in Clay County Fair, Local

Veteran’s Day Ceremony

Sgt First Class Thomas Kohn gave a moving talk at the Veterans Day program

5 hours ago in Local

Sheldon School District Vote

Sheldon School District patrons vote on continuance of the current Physical Plant and Equipment Levy Tuesday