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Announcement of Landmark Seven-Year Strategic Media Partnership
The University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (CJC) and Saga Communications, Inc. (Saga) today announced a new seven-year Joint Sales Agreement (JSA) and strategic partnership
Fred Laubenthal, 66, of Harris
A celebration of life for 66-year-old, Fred Laubenthal, of Harris will be held Saturday, August 8th from 2-5pm at the…
Spencer Ready for the 2026 School Year
Spencer Community Schools hope to have registration completed Friday.
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Charges for Laurens Woman in Pocahontas County
An early morning traffic stop in Pocahontas County led to drug charges for a Laurens woman Saturday.
Drought Conditions Worsen in Parts of Northwest Iowa (8/6/2026)
The area of D-1 "Moderate Drought" expanded in Iowa in the Thursday update of the USDA Drought Monitor.
Storm Lake Investigation Leads to Arrest of Peterson Man on Sex Abuse Charges
A Peterson man is facing multiple charges following an investigation into the alleged sexual abuse of a minor in Storm Lake.
Storm Lake Man Charged After Rock Thrown Through Police Department Window
A Storm Lake man is facing a felony charge after allegedly throwing a rock through a window at the Storm Lake Police Department Early Wednesday morning.
18 hours ago in Sports
New era for USA Basketball with Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Paige Bueckers set for World Cup debuts
Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers will make their World Cup debuts as members of the U.S. women's national team next month. The trio will try to help the U.S. win its fifth consecutive FIBA World Cup title.
18 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Q&A: Ms. Lauryn Hill on the Diaspora Calling! festival in the UK, the Fugees’ legacy and D’Angelo
On Friday, Hill will bring her Diaspora Calling! festival to the U.K. for the first time, marking 10 years since its inaugural edition in Brooklyn. The event, hosted by Dave Chappelle and featuring performances by Erykah Badu, YG Marley, Zion Marley, Giggs, Fireboy DML and other artists, will be held at The National Bowl in nearby Milton Keynes.
18 hours ago in National
Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer COVID questions
A Senate committee on Thursday voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress and refer him to the Justice Department for potential prosecution over his refusal to answer questions at a hearing last week focused on his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Details Released in Sunday Crash Near Ruthven
The Clay County Sheriff's department has released information about a one-vehicle accident North of Ruthven Sunday afternoon that sent the driver to the hospital.
1 day ago in National
Takeaways from Tuesday’s elections: El-Sayed pulls off narrow victory over Democratic establishment
Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary is the latest and perhaps most significant evidence that the party's voters are looking to turn the page on establishment-backed politicians — even in must-win battlegrounds.
John Nichols, age 76, of Estherville
Graveside services for John Nichols, age 76, of Estherville will be held Friday, August 7th, at 1:30 p.m. at St.…
Lake Park Man Charged with Possession after Traffic Stop
A Lake Park man has been charged with drug offenses following an early morning traffic stop in Clay County Friday morning.
Multiple Charges after Clay County Traffic Stop
The Clay County Sheriff's department reports multiple charges following a routine traffic stop Thursday evening.
2 days ago in Sports
Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from the Cincinnati Open because of a lingering wrist injury
Carlos Alcaraz withdrew Tuesday from the Cincinnati Open because of a lingering right wrist injury that has sidelined him since April.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Space for music on late-night TV has dwindled. New media seeks to offer an alternative
When CBS ended "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" earlier this year, it also shuttered the program's robust music offerings — a major blow for artists whose television platform was already dwindling.
2 days ago in National
North Carolina congressman Edwards quits reelection bid after committee recommends his censure
Embattled North Carolina Republican congressman Chuck Edwards withdrew from his reelection campaign on Wednesday, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides in his office.
2 days ago in National
Stevens and El-Sayed are in a close race for Michigan’s Democratic Senate nomination
Moderate candidate U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed were in a tight race for Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in the early morning hours of Wednesday.
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Gene-edited beagles may offer a future option for people with dog allergies
Matt Walker couldn't pet a dog without sneezing — until he and other scientists used a gene editing technique to produce a hypoallergenic beagle named Bailey.
