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3 weeks ago in Sports
Olympic gold medalist Hezly Rivera rallies to capture second straight U.S. women’s gymnastics title
Hezly Rivera listened more than she talked two summers ago in Paris when she was the "wait, who?" member of the star-laden U.S. women's Olympic gymnastics team. Those days are over. Long over.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
With the right preparation, international trips with babies are possible and even fun
Traveling with babies and toddlers can be daunting for parents. Questions about air travel, what to pack and safety are often top of mind, especially on long-distance flights and international trips.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ keeps record pace, ‘The Odyssey’ sets new high for Nolan
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" continued its blistering pace in theaters, collecting $144.5 million domestically over its second weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday, while Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" set a new high for the director.
Missing Estherville Man Found Safe in a Ravine
Estherville, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — A 67 year old Estherville man with dementia was located in a ravine after a four…
3 weeks ago in National
Taylor Farms recalls jalapeno products over salmonella concerns
Taylor Fresh Foods, parent company of Taylor Farms, is voluntarily recalling some products that include jalapenos because of worries about a possible salmonella contamination.
Dropping the Curtain on the Lakes Conference
Former Lakes Conference Coaches; Gary Swensen, Bob O'Hara, Scott Koch, Clint Young, Don Martindale, and Steven Bomgaars join Northwest Iowa Now to look back on the Lakes Conference
Minor Damage in Milford Fire
Milford, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — The Milford Fire Department was dispatched to a working fire in a garage near the high…
3 weeks ago in Sports
Detroit makes Jahmyr Gibbs NFL’s newest highest-paid running back with 3-year deal
The Detroit Lions have agreed to a contract extension with Jahmyr Gibbs, a three-year deal worth up to $75.7 million that his agents say makes him the NFL's newest highest-paid running back.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Undrafted rookie quarterback Haynes King leads Panthers to 33-30 comeback win over Cardinals
Maybe a team should've drafted Haynes King. The rookie quarterback ran in from the 5 on the final play to give the Carolina Panthers a 33-30 victory over the Arizona Cardinals in the Hall of Fame game that kicked off the NFL preseason on Thursday night.
3 weeks ago in World
Plan to limit ‘vertical drinking’ decried by pub landlords and UK politicians
A proposal to limit "vertical drinking," a bureaucratic euphemism for having a pint while standing, has turned into a political headache for one local government council in London.
3 weeks ago in World
Student kills at least 7 people at a high school and a home outside Bangkok, officials say
A student opened fire at a high school outside Bangkok on Friday, killing at least five people and wounding more than 20, according to authorities, who said he also appeared to have killed his two grandparents at the family home earlier in the morning.
Lopez Foods Cuts Ribbon on New Production Line in Cherokee
Lopez Foods held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its Cherokee processing facility Thursday to celebrate the completion of a major expansion project.
GTRA Releases Findings of Independent Financial Review
GTRA officials released the results of an independent review into financial discrepancies Thursday night during joint meetings held in both Graettinger and Ruthven.
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
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.
3 weeks 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.
