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3 weeks ago

Spirit Lake Approves Annexation Request

Developers hope to build "affordable" homes and apartments on the property.

3 weeks ago

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.

3 weeks ago

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.

3 weeks ago

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

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

Republican Wendy Larson Takes Win in Special Election

The Republican in the special election in Statehouse District number 7 marched easily to victory yesterday.

3 weeks ago

Lake Park FD Responds to Storage Shed Fire

The Lake Park Fire Department was dispatched to the Northeast corner of town Tuesday morning.

3 weeks ago

Cold Front to Slam Northwest Iowa: High Winds and Low Visibility Overnight

A strong storm system will hit the area tonight and last into tomorrow morning.

3 weeks ago

Wrestling Scores: 12/8/25

Scores from around the KICD 9-County Area

3 weeks ago

High School Basketball Scores: 12/8/25

Scores from around the KICD 9-County Area

3 weeks ago

E-Hawks Sweep Tigers in Non-Conference Play

E-Hawk Boys pick up first win of the season while girls cruise in 18-point win.

3 weeks ago

Spencer’s Snow Removal: A Well-Choreographed Operation for Maximum Efficiency

If you've ever wondered how the city of Spencer tackles snow removal, Public Works Director Mark White says it is a carefully choreographed affair, with pre-determined routes, mapped out for peak efficiency.

3 weeks ago

Iowa Supreme Court Selects Amy Moore to Oversee State’s Largest Judicial District

The Iowa Supreme Court has named Story County District Court Judge Amy Moore as the next Chief Judge of the second judicial district.

3 weeks ago

Clay County Jury Convicts South Dakota Man of First-Degree Murder

A Clay County jury has reached a verdict in the murder trial of a South Dakota man.

3 weeks ago

Heating Lamp Sparks Barn Blaze: Firefighters Save Animals

Storm Lake Fire Chief Terence Sinner says Sunday’s barn fire southeast of the Storm Lake Airport was a community effort.

3 weeks ago

Wrestling Scores: 12/5/25-12/6/25

Scores from Tournaments and Duals around the KICD 9-County Area

3 weeks ago

North Union Among Four Iowa Schools to Secure $6,300 Grant to Launch FIRST Robotics Team

North Union High School will join the FIRST Robotics Competition after receiving a major grant.

3 weeks ago

Firefighters Respond to Gas Leak in Okoboji Neighborhood

An Okoboji neighborhood was evacuated Friday morning when there was a gas leak on Lakeshore Drive near the O'Farrell Sister's restaurant.

3 weeks ago

Fairmont House Fire Victim Identified

The identity of a 43-year-old Fairmont man who died as the result of a house fire one week ago has been released.

3 weeks ago

Basketball Scores: 12/5/25

Scores from around the KICD 9-County Area

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5 hours ago in Local

Bomgaars Advice for Future Leaders

Spencer Mayor Steve Bomgaars stopped by the KICD Broadcast Center for his last official interview this week.

5 hours ago in Local

Steve Bomgaars Reflects on the Flood

Spencer Mayor Steve Bomgaars leaves office at the end of the year.

5 hours ago in Local

Spencer Splashpad Secured: Community & SMU Make It Happen

The Splashpad in Spencer is a Go! The city agreed to fund 750 thousand dollars with Hotel/Motel tax proceeds, IF ... the community was interested enough in the project to donate half a million.

6 hours ago in Local

Spencer Man Cited After Collision with Semi on U.S. 71

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two-vehicle collision early Monday morning on U.S. Highway 71.

1 day ago in Sports

In the NBA, 2025 might go down as the year of the injured. Nikola Jokic joined that club at the end

Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton is going to miss the entire season because of the torn Achilles he suffered in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. Boston's Jayson Tatum — who hopes otherwise — might also miss the whole season after tearing his Achilles in the playoffs last spring.