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Chris Reese, 77, Laurens
Services for 77 year old Chris Reese of Laurens will be held Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025 at 11:00am at the…
3 days ago in National
Democrats keep 2024 election review under wraps, saying a public rehash won’t help them win in 2026
The Democratic National Committee head has decided not to publish a formal assessment of the party's defeat that returned Donald Trump to power and gave Republicans complete control in Washington.
3 days ago in Entertainment
Romanian court sentences US rapper Wiz Khalifa to 9 months for drug possession
American rapper Wiz Khalifa was sentenced by a court in Romania on Thursday to nine months in jail for drug possession, more than a year after he took part in a music festival in the Eastern European country.
3 days ago in Sports
Tarik Skubal joins Paul Skenes on US World Baseball Classic pitching staff
Two-time AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers has agreed to pitch for the United States in the World Baseball Classic, joining a pitching staff that includes reigning NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
3 days ago in Sports
Timberwolves formalize a reunion with Kevin Garnett, with a plan to finally retire his No. 21 jersey
Kevin Garnett will finally have his No. 21 formally retired by the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Timberwolves announced on Thursday they've hired the Hall of Fame member and franchise icon as a team ambassador, with a plan to honor Garnett in a jersey-raising ceremony at Target Center on a future date.
3 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Tennessee governor pardons country star Jelly Roll, who has sought redemption from criminal past
Tennessee's governor pardoned country star Jelly Roll on Thursday for his criminal past in the state, acknowledging the Nashville native's long road back from drugs and prison through soul-searching, songwriting and advocacy for second chances.
Annual Christmas Bird Count This Saturday at Lakeside Lab
If you want to join the group, meet up at the Lakeside Lab Dining Hall at 7:30 in the morning.
State Economic Officials Assess Downtown Sheldon, City Shares Results
Long-term the Downtown Resource Center recommends Sheldon develop a core group to plan downtown events, and a long-term plan to find buyers for business owners nearing retirement.
Habitat For Humanity Offers to Buy School Property at Recent Board Meeting
Executive Director of Northwest Iowa Corridor Habitat for Humanity Joel Bjornstad at presented a plan to the School Board Tuesday night, Dec. 16, asking to acquire two vacant lots on East 3rd and East 4th Streets in Spencer.
3 days ago in National
US government admits role in causing helicopter-plane collision that killed 67 in Washington
The U.S. government admitted Wednesday that the actions of an air traffic controller and Army helicopter pilot played a role in causing a collision last January between an airliner and a Black Hawk near the nation's capital, killing 67 people.
3 days ago in Olympics, Sports
Winter Olympics 2026 guide: All you need to know about the Milan–Cortina Games
The countdown is on for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The torch relay is already underway and some of the top athletes are already making headlines. There are 16 sports in all, including some never seen before, and 116 gold medals are waiting to be awarded.
Storm Lake Man Arrested After Alleged Struggle With Police During Medical Call
Akin was charged with Interference with Official Acts, a simple misdemeanor, and Disarming a Peace Officer of a Dangerous Weapon, a Class D felony.
3 days ago in Entertainment
Add expectant father to Allen’s list of achievements in Buffalo, after Steinfeld announces pregnancy
Marriage, fatherhood and an NFL MVP honor were the furthest things on Josh Allen's mind when he arrived in Buffalo as a raw but promising quarterback prospect in April 2018.
Routine Traffic Investigation Turns Violent in Palo Alto County
On December 15, around 5:24 PM, deputies responded to the 2800 block of 420th Avenue (Highway 4) near Graettinger.
3 days ago in Entertainment
Thousands of fans join tribute to reggae pioneer Jimmy Cliff in his native Jamaica
The instructions on Wednesday were clear: no serious, sad or long faces. And the crowd filing into a gymnasium in Jamaica's capital largely obliged as they honored reggae giant Jimmy Cliff.
Lyon County Courthouse Ransacked, Sheriff Releases New Information
Thanks to security footage, the Sheriff’s Office says they have identified the suspects.
Jerry Edward Miller, 85, Spirit Lake
Services for 85 year old Jerry Edward Miller of Spirit Lake will be Monday, December 22nd at 11:00am at Immanuel…
4 days ago in National
4 Republicans defy Speaker Johnson to force House vote on extending ACA subsidies
Four centrist Republicans broke with Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday and signed onto a Democratic-led petition that will force a House vote on extending for three years an enhanced pandemic-era subsidy that lowers health insurance costs for millions of Americans.
4 days ago in Lifestyle
Teen drug use remains low, but survey finds small rise in heroin and cocaine use
Teen use of alcohol, nicotine and marijuana remains at record lows, according to national survey results released Wednesday.
4 days ago in Sports
Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes begins rehab after knee surgery with eye on Week 1 return in 2026
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has begun rehab following surgery to repair two torn ligaments in his left knee, and the team is optimistic the two-time MVP could be back early next season — perhaps even by the time Kansas City plays Week 1.
