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Missing Person Found Dead in O’Brien County
A person reported missing from Martin County Minnesota was found dead in O'Brien County over the weekend.
Annual Iowa Water Conference Makes First-Ever Stop in Iowa Great Lakes
The 20th annual Iowa Water Conference will be held in the Iowa Great Lakes region for the first time ever.
Tiger and Mustang Girls, Pioneer Boys Crack Top-3 at Tim Thomas
Wernimont Picks up Individual Title in Class B Boys
Two Injured in East Okoboji Boat Crash
Spirit Lake, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a Saturday night boat accident on East…
7 days ago in Entertainment
‘Practical Magic 2’ conjures a No. 1 box office debut with $30 million
"Practical Magic 2" conjured a box-office victory this weekend, opening atop the North American charts nearly three decades after its predecessor grew from a modest theatrical performer into a cult favorite.
7 days ago in Entertainment
‘The Pitt’ looks to repeat and ‘Widow’s Bay’ could bring an epic wave as Emmy Awards arrive
The 78th Emmy Awards are here. "The Pitt" will look to find its place in the television pantheon and "Widow's Bay" will ride a storm of buzz into the ceremony Monday night at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
7 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Celine Dion thrills fans with emotional comeback concert after overcoming rare illness
She hit the high F, held it, then blew out a breath and turned to look back at the band — a quick, disbelieving glance toward her musical director. Some 30,000 people read it before they had finished screaming: Celine Dion did it.
7 days ago in Lifestyle
Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test
New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.
7 days ago in Sports
US women show some vulnerability ahead of LA Games capturing 5th straight World Cup basketball title
The names may change, but the results are the same for the U.S. women's basketball team — another FIBA World Cup title. The Americans' fifth championship in a row came Sunday in a 97-79 victory over France. It wasn't as easy as the previous four, with the U.S. showing some vulnerability throughout the tournament.
7 days ago in Sports, Trending
Resetting the AL and NL postseason races with 2 weeks left in the regular season
Clinching season has begun, with the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers becoming the first teams to wrap up spots in the postseason.
Spencer Girls Tennis 2nd at St. James
Tigers without 3 varsity players against high level competition across the north border
Okoboji’s Abby Goodlaxon AEA Teacher of the Year
The Iowa Department of Education has named Okoboji PE and Health instructor Abby Goodlaxon as the 2027 Teacher of the Year in the Prairie Lakes AEA Region.
Spencer Dominates Siouxland Conference Tennis Championships
Tigers one of only 5 teams to sweep Lakes/Siouxland Tournament
Peach Cobbler Donuts are This Year’s Favorite
A panel of judges at the fair sampled five new foods - and gave first prize to Brett and Sheree Baskins at their "Bask in the Donuts" trailer Sunday.
Spencer Library Moves Forward with Archive Project
Spencer Public Library has raised the money needed to digitize 80 years of newspapers for posterity.
Spencer Hospital Encourages Men to Get Screened for Prostate Cancer
Men are encouraged to talk with their healthcare provider about prostate cancer screenings.
Courthouse Vandal Sentenced after Plea Deal
One of the men convicted in the extensive vandalism to the Lyon County courthouse has been sentenced.
2026 CCF Veteran’s Day Preview
Special Days at the Clay County Fair include Farmer Appreciation Day, Disability Awareness Day, and ... as Kevin Tlam tells us ... Monday will be Veteran's Day.
