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Storm Lake Fire Department Urges Holiday Fire Safety with Annual Wreath Campaign
Throughout the holiday season, a wreath with red lights will be displayed in front of the Storm Lake Fire Station.
Winter Storm Warning Friday Noon through Midnight Saturday for Northwest Iowa
Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 12 inches. Ice accumulations around a light glaze south of Interstate 90 toward US Highway 20.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘Rush Hour 4’ will be distributed by Paramount after Trump’s reported request
After President Donald Trump's reported intervention, Paramount Pictures is set to distribute Brett Ratner's "Rush Hour 4," a project that Hollywood had eschewed after earlier sexual misconduct allegations against the director.
4 weeks ago in World
Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau appear on state television saying they have seized power
Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau appeared on state television Wednesday saying they have seized power in the country, following reports of gunshots near the presidential palace, three days after national elections. The president told French media he had been deposed and arrested.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Enhanced Games to offer performance enhancers … and stock … to the public
The Enhanced Games is going public in two ways — with a new listing on the Nasdaq stock exchange and also by offering a direct-to-consumer business focused on performance products in a move it says "aims to democratize access to performance enhancement tools and protocols."
4 weeks ago in National
Two National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C., and their condition isn’t known, AP sources say
A suspect is in custody in the shooting of National Guard members in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, police said.
4 weeks ago in World
3 arrested in Hong Kong, as a high-rise fire leaves at least 36 dead and 279 reported missing
Police in Hong Kong arrested three men on suspicion of manslaughter, several local news media reported, in connection with a blaze that has killed at least 36 people and left another 279 missing in the city's deadliest fire in years.
4 weeks ago in National
National Parks to raise fees for millions of international tourists to popular US parks
The National Park Service said Tuesday it is going to start charging the millions of international tourists who visit U.S. parks each year an extra $100 to enter some of the most popular sites, while leaving them out of fee-free days that will be reserved for American residents.
4 weeks ago in National, Trending
Trump spares turkeys — but not his political opponents — at annual pardoning ceremony
President Donald Trump didn't bring much holiday cheer Tuesday when bestowing ceremonial pardons on two Thanksgiving turkeys, dispensing more insults than goodwill at the traditional White House ritual.
Upper Des Moines Annual Report to Supervisors Reveals $1.3 Million Assistance For Clay County Residents in 2024
With government support uncertain, UDMO is urging residents to consider monetary donations rather than food items this holiday season.
International Awards for Clay County Fair and Events Center
The Clay County Fair and Events Center won two first place awards last week from the International Association of Fairs and Expositions.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
How Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal found the emotional power of ‘Hamnet’
In "Hamnet," Chloé Zhao's adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's prizewinning 2020 novel, Paul Mescal plays William Shakespeare and Jessie Buckley his wife, Agnes. It's a fictional, speculative drama with basis in historical fact.
4 weeks ago in Sports
More flag-planting celebrations could be in store for college football’s rivalry week
Coaches, players, administrators and maybe even security will be on high alert in hopes of dissuading or even preventing flag plantings that wreaked havoc during rivalry week in 2024.
State Patrol Releases Details on Friday Fatality near Emmetsburg
The accident report says Stokes was unable to avoid striking the car - which slid into the van.
4 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
What’s open on Thanksgiving? Not much, as many stores rest — or prepare — ahead of Black Friday
With Thanksgiving and the formal launch of the holiday shopping season this week, Americans will again gather for Turkey Day meals before knocking off items on their Christmas gift lists.
4 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Under a cloud, the Olympic flame begins its journey to the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
The Olympic flame began its journey Wednesday to the Milan Cortina Winter Games — missing a little of its usual magic. Bad weather lashing western Greece forced organizers to move the torch-lighting ceremony indoors, from Olympia's ancient stadium and temples to a nearby museum.
4 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Be ready to shine before guests arrive: 4 most common home maintenance mistakes to avoid this holiday season
Vectra Mechanical reports common home maintenance mistakes to avoid this winter, including HVAC checks, plumbing winterization, insulation, and electrical safety.
Update: Second Death in Crash Involving Storm Lake Driver
The Dakota County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that a four-year-old boy involved in the accident has died from his injuries.
Cherokee Regional Announces Primghar Medical Clinic Reopens Dec. 29th
Today Cherokee Regional Medical Center announced it is expanding its footprint further into O'Brien County.
Tiger Girls Open Up Season with Thrilling Win Over Dutch
Hopkins goes for 21 and gets go-ahead free throws to lead Spencer past MOC-Floyd Valley
