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Moderate Drought Persists Across Much of KICD Listening Area
The latest USDA Drought Update is out for Thursday, March 12th.
3 weeks ago in National
Key inflation gauge worsened in January, before Iran war lifted gas prices
An inflation gauge closely monitored by the Federal Reserve moved higher in January in the latest sign that prices were persistently elevated even before the Iran war caused spikes in oil and gas costs.
3 weeks ago in Olympics, Sports
Paralympians ski in shorts and T-shirts, and some ask: Shouldn’t these Games be earlier?
At this month's Milan Cortina Paralympics, some athletes competed in shorts, T-shirts and tank tops. One skier lamented "tropical" conditions and a snowboarder complained that soft, slow snow put him at a disadvantage. And some worried about their safety.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 20 points for 127th straight game, breaking Wilt Chamberlain’s record
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reacted to his latest individual accomplishment the way he always does: by deflecting credit and pointing to team goals.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Two long-lost episodes of ‘Doctor Who’ have been found. Fans will soon be able to watch them
Over six decades of "Doctor Who," the intergalactic adventurer's adversaries have included evil robots, rampaging Yeti — and the BBC, which erased many early episodes of the now-iconic sci-fi TV series. A film charity announced Friday that it has found two previously lost 1960s episodes among the possessions of a deceased collector.
3 weeks ago in National
Man in Michigan synagogue attack lost family members in Israeli airstrike in Lebanon, official says
A man with a rifle who crashed into a large Michigan synagogue in what federal officials are saying was an attack had lost four family members in an Israeli airstrike in his native Lebanon last week, an official said Friday.
Sober Drivers Encouraged to Take the Wheel this Holiday Weekend
Krull says there will be extra law enforcement efforts over the weekend, aimed at reducing impaired driving but also protecting human life.
Dickinson County Conservation Issues Sherwood Forest Project Update
A $730,000 agreement has been reached to repair drainage issues at the former Inn Golf Course in Okoboji.
Spencer Hospital Named American Heart Association All-Star Designation
This inaugural award reflects the center’s exceptional commitment to high-quality CPR education and its adherence to strict emergency cardiovascular care guidelines.
Palo Alto County Supervisors Extend Moratorium on Data Mining Center Development
The Board noted that while they are aware of companies interested in building these facilities, they believe current ordinances must be reviewed to ensure the protection of county roads, natural resources, and property rights.
Sibley Man Arrested for Indecent Exposure and More in Sheldon Movie Theater
During transport to the O’Brien County Jail, the suspect reportedly slammed his head into the vehicle's security divider, defacing it and requiring later cleaning by staff.
Emmetsburg Ready for 66th Annual Irish Celebration This Weekend
Peter Chap Cleere is a member of the Irish Parliament, and he travelled to Emmetsburg this weekend from Dublin, Ireland.
3 weeks ago in Sports
PWHL to reach national US TV audience with Scripps Sports to broadcast neutral site game in Detroit
The Professional Women's Hockey League is coming to a TV set near you in the United States. The league announced that its neutral-site game at Detroit on March 28 between the New York Sirens and Montreal Victoire will be the first accessible to a national U.S. television audience.
3 weeks ago in World
Oil jumps to $100 per barrel and stocks sink worldwide with no clear end in sight for the Iran war
With no clear end in sight, the war with Iran is sending oil prices back to $100 per barrel and stocks sinking worldwide on Thursday.
3 weeks ago in National
Epstein’s longtime accountant testifies on his wealth and business ties
House lawmakers were digging into Jeffrey Epstein's sprawling financial portfolio on Wednesday as a committee deposed his former accountant and tried to understand his connections to some of the world's wealthiest men.
Chili Cook-off and Beer Tasting in Royal This Saturday Night
The event is hosted by the Royal Community Action Group and Great Hall of Royal.
O’Brien County Board of Supervisors Approve Construction of New Gas Pipeline
Supervisors approved a construction application for Black Hills Energy. , who will now install a new natural gas pipeline running through Sections 15 and 16 of Liberty Township.
DOT Accepting Public Input on Osceola County Project
Officials plan to replace the existing box culvert on US 59 near Allendorf starting the summer of 2027.
Storm Lake Police Report Man Arrested for Sexual Abuse of Minor
The suspect turned himself in on March 3 and was transported to the Buena Vista County Jail, where he is being held on a $55,000 bond.
Rural Dickens Fire Wednesday Morning
Whalen says flames were located in a crawl space below a three-season porch and extinguished before they reached the rest of the house.
