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Spencer Pruning Project Begins Today
They plan to have all the saws tucked away and the branches cleared by March 31st.
9 hours ago in National
Black History Month centennial channels angst over anti-DEI climate into education, free resources
In the 100th year since the nation's earliest observances of Black History Month — which began when scholar Carter G. Woodson pioneered the first Negro History Week — celebrations will go on. The current political climate has energized civil rights organizations, artists and academics to engage young people on a full telling of America's story.
9 hours ago in National
5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and father return to Minnesota from ICE facility in Texas
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father, who were detained by immigration officers in Minnesota and held at an ICE facility in Texas, were released following a judge's order and returned to Minnesota on Sunday, according to Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro.
9 hours ago in National
Kennedy Center to close for 2 years for renovations in July, Trump says, after performers’ backlash
President Donald Trump said Sunday he will move to close Washington's Kennedy Center performing arts center for two years starting in July for construction, his latest proposal to upturn the storied venue since returning to the White House.
9 hours ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards, a first for a Spanish-language album
Bad Bunny won album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards for his critically-acclaimed "Debí Tirar Más Fotos," closing out a surprising and history-making night. It is the first time a Spanish-language album has taken home the top prize.
Okoboji Summer Theatre Announces 68th Season Shows
This year's Boji Bantam Children's Theatre and Musical Theare Workshop return July 6 through the 11th.
Storm Lake St. Mary’s Annual Fundraising Event Aims at Major Renovations
This year’s reverse auction will be aimed at raising money for major renovations to the gym’s entrance and first floor of the high school.
9 hours ago in Sports, Trending
Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic to become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam
Carlos Alcaraz is 22, he's the youngest man ever to win all four of the major titles in tennis, and he had to achieve what no man previously has done to complete the career Grand Slam in Australia.
Clay, Dickinson Emmet Counties Average Sales Price Stable
Stafford classifies 2025 as a pretty typical year.
9 hours ago in National, Trending
Punxsutawney Phil is said to have seen his shadow, forecasting 6 more weeks of wintry weather
Punxsutawney Phil predicted six more weeks of wintry weather Monday, a forecast sure to disappoint many after what's already been a long, cold season across large parts of the United States.
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Celebrate Dog Training Education Month at Heartland Pet Resort!
Celebrate Dog Training Education Month at Heartland Pet Resort! February isn’t just the shortest month of the year — it’s…
2026 Iowa Girls State Wrestling Championship Central
Your Hub for KICD 9-County Area competitors at the IGHSAU State Wrestling Championships
Bates Appointed to Spencer City Council
Duane Bates will be sworn in at Monday's city council meeting.
Two Charged in Sheldon Burglary Investigation
Primary charges currently focus on Pedersen and Wagner, but authorities are looking into potential connections with another larger crime investigation.
Not Guilty on All Five Counts for Alta Man
In his ruling, the judge described the case as a "he said, she-said" with almost no corroborating evidence.
Spencer Chamber Hosts Eggs and Issues Saturday
The event is held at the Spencer City Hall council chambers with doors open 8:30 to10:30 am.
Boys Wrestling Scores: 1/29/25
Estherville Lincoln Central Claims Final Lakes Conference Tournament Championship
3 days ago in Entertainment
The Westminster dog show is turning 150. Here’s what has — and hasn’t — changed over time
When some Gilded Age gentleman hunters organized a New York event to compare their dogs, could they have imagined that people would someday call it the World Series of dogdom or the Super Bowl of dog shows?
3 days ago in Sports
Olympic gold medalist Sha’Carri Richardson charged with speeding in Florida
Olympic gold medalist Sha'Carri Richardson was arrested and charged with speeding in Florida on Thursday, according to law enforcement.