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The ghost town of Harris, Iowa, encapsulates the silent tales of a once-thriving settlement, now standing as a spectral reminder of a bygone era. Nestled in Osceola County and founded in 1889 during the railroad expansion, Harris was named after its founder A.W. Harris. Its zenith, marked by a diverse array of businesses and a bustling community, now contrasts starkly with its current population of fewer than 200 people. History buffs and ghost town enthusiasts find in Harris a fascinating portal, offering insights into the town's rise and the broader themes of agricultural changes and ecological shifts that have since transformed the Midwest.

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Sheldon, Iowa– A Hartley man and a Sheldon man were both taken to the hospital after an accident in Sheldon on Monday, November 27, 2023. The Sheldon Police Department reports that at about 2:50 p.m., 79-year-old Roger Rosenboom of Hartley was driving a 2021 Chevy pickup northbound on Crossroads Drive in Sheldon, near Ziegler Cat and Bomgaars. They tell us that 86-year-old James De Jong of Sheldon was eastbound on Highway 18 in a 2005 Dodge pickup.

Spirit Lake, IA (KICD) — The Dickinson County Sheriff’s department says a Milford man was transported to the hospital in Spirit Lake with non-incapacitating injuries after he struck an oncoming semi Tuesday afternoon. 64 year old Watler Frank was southbound on highway 86 near the state line when...

Lake Park, Iowa — If you’re in the Lake Park area, you’re invited to check out one of the largest Christmas light displays in northwest Iowa. “Lueders Ridiculous Christmas Lights” have been put up for several years. Roxie Lueders says the display features over 200,000 lights and has a new design.

SANBORN—When Faye De Kam and Mandy Hoekstra first set eyes on the historic structure under renovation on Highway 18 in Sanborn, they knew it would make a fitting home for a second location of The Grain House based in Hull. “It’s right along the highway, and so that really...

The Queen II Excursion Boat is not just a vessel; it's a historical tapestry woven into the very fabric of Arnolds Park, Iowa. Since its inception in 1986, this modern replica of the original Queen steamboat has been offering panoramic tours of West Okoboji Lake, sharing with its passengers the storied past of the Iowa Great Lakes as a resort destination. The boat's dual-deck design allows for an immersive experience, whether one chooses the open-air vistas of the upper deck or the protective embrace of the lower deck.

ASHTON—A special Christmas tree will be lit on Friday night, Dec. 1, in Ashton, and a craft vendor fair the next day will provide an opportunity to cross holiday presents off the list. The weekend starts with the lighting of the inaugural Ashton Christmas Memory Tree at 6 p.m....

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Thursday is $3.246, a week ago the price is $3.268 , according to AAA.

Spirit Lake, Iowa — Another moose has been sighted in northwest Iowa. This one was photographed Saturday late afternoon swimming across Big Spirit Lake. Other posts show the animal wandering in the area of 240th Avenue along the west side of Big Spirit Lake. More than 30 thousand people...

Arnolds Park, IA (KICD) — It’s two months from the 2024 University of Okoboji winter Games, but Iowa Great Lakes Chamber CEO Blain Andera says you might want to preregister for some popular events now. Clothing with the 2024 logo on it has also been released. Andera says...

SIBLEY—Mother Nature added a touch of Christmas decor just in time for Sibley’s holiday kickoff Saturday. The light snowfall throughout the day provided a festive flair for the Christmas parade and other holiday events scheduled around Sibley. Shoppers filled the American Legion building to peruse the displays of...

Lake Park, Ia (KICD) – The Harris-Lake Park Wolves Boys Basketball team is our next Winter Sports Preview. The Wolves finished 7-13 and 3-8 in the War Eagle Conference in 2022-2023. Tim Jager is a first year head coach with Harris-Lake Park and has seen some good things in the early season from his group.

Eight members of the Jackson County Central football team have been honored by the South Central Silver District. Six members of the district- and section-champion Huskies were named first-team all-district and two others are honorable-mention players. Seniors Seth Stai, Clay Malchow and Bryson Powers, juniors Ben Dahlin and Thomas Liepold...

The Sioux County Sheriff’s Office reported a motor vehicle accident on November 26 on Highway 60, south of Sheldon, IA. The accident involved Ryan Butler, 33, from Glenwood, IA, driving a 2013 Freightliner semi-tractor, and Hunter Jensen, 21, from Ashton, IA, driving a 2002 Ford Explorer.

Spencer, Iowa — There are thousands of unmarked graves in Iowa — and two retired northwest Iowa men have embarked on a project to honor nearly two dozen people buried decades ago in unmarked graves in Spencer. The graves are in an area of Riverside Cemetery in Spencer...

A deputy responded to a report of an abandoned bicycle at Fort Belmont. A deputy conducted a traffic stop in Jackson. As a result, the driver was issued a citation for violation of the hands-free cellphone law. Nov. 21. Deputies assisted the Jackson Ambulance with a medical call. A deputy...

AMES—After a year of fundraising, George-Little Rock School District’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America club participated in a competition for the first time placing third in two events. Although George-Little Rock FCCLA came together last academic year, students spent the year fundraising and learning about the...

Spirit Lake Presbyterian Church worship service is on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. FM 88.1 is Live Facebook Pastor Dick Poppen speaks on KWAT radio Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday …. This item is available in full to subscribers. Attention subscribers. We have recently launched...

The Hartley Historical Museum is a cornerstone of heritage in the historic town of Hartley, providing a window into the area's captivating past. Open from Tuesday to Sunday, this cultural sanctuary is located within the Hartley Historic Site, offering visitors a chance to walk through time amongst original sandstone buildings. From the Greek Revival courthouse to St Bernard's Church, the museum is more than a repository of relics; it's where history comes to life. Engaging re-enactments, convict graffiti, and family histories offer a vivid peek into the colonial era and the settlement of inland Australia.