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Speed Limit Changes Planned Near Rock Valley and Sioux Center

Speed limit changes near Rock Valley and Sioux Center would extend or create 45-mile-per-hour zones to give drivers more gradual transitions between lower and higher speeds. Sioux County supervisors approved the changes November 10th. County Engineer Joel Sikkema says the Sioux Center change can proceed, while the Rock Valley change also requires approval from that city’s council.

Rock Valley, IA · 5h

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Rock Valley soldier balances service and family life

Tom Even is no stranger to military service and the sacrifice it requires. The sergeant first class with the Iowa Army National Guard’s Headquarters and Headquarters Company of the 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 34th Infantry Division has been deployed three times, but this last time was a little bit different for the man who had become a father.

Rock Valley, IA · 22h

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NWICC begins renovation on old motel for renovation

Northwest Iowa Community College (NWICC) recently purchased the Marcus Guest House Hotel on Highway 3 for renovation.

Sheldon, IA · 18h

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New Marcus Roundabout to Get Official Ribbon Cutting, Educational Tours

After years of planning, months of construction and a history of deadly crashes, a major safety improvement near Marcus is ready for its official celebration. The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday for the newly constructed roundabout at the intersection of Iowa Highways 3 and 143, just south of Marcus.

Marcus, IA · 5h

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Growing O’Brien County Business Set to Open Paullina Storefront

Paullina, IA (northwestiowanow) — A local online apparel business is moving forward with a permanent location in downtown Paullina. Primghar-based Collins & Company is moving forward with plans to open a brick-and-mortar storefront at 108 South Main Street in Paullina after several years of operating online and through shared retail locations.

Paullina, IA · 3d

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Orange City Area Health Cuts Ribbon on New Home Health and Hospice HQ

Orange City Area Home Health & Hospice has officially transitioned into a new, accessible office location at the Highway 10 Plaza just West of Casey’s in Orange City, marking a new chapter for the agency as it celebrates two decades of hospice care in the community. The department relocated...

Orange City, IA · 1d

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Activation Church kicks off building campaign

Michael De Jong is used to building people up as he seeks to ensure that all hear the gospel of Jesus Christ; now, he and a team at Activation Church are seeking to build a new home for the growing body of believers. Activation Church began in 2020 as De...

Sioux Center, IA · 22h

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New program announced at Northwest Iowa Community College

Students interested in combining technology, science, and patient care have a new career opportunity at Northwest Iowa Community College.

Sheldon, IA · 2d

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Vink still flying through life

SIOUX CENTER—When it comes to life’s adventures, Gerald “Jerry” Vink belongs in the driver’s seat. He started out on a Farmall tractor in rural Iowa, flew F-105 jets in Vietnam and then transported cargo in DC-6, B737 and C-130 planes all over Alaska. Vink, 82,...

Sioux Center, IA · 21h

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Fans, media react to Iowa basketball's overtime loss vs. Virginia Tech

While Iowa basketball (2-1) had chances to grab a key nonconference win over Virginia Tech (3-0) on Tuesday night inside the Tyson Events Center in Sioux City, the Hawkeyes ' shooting struggles from the floor and the free-throw line in regulation and overtime ultimately led to a 93-88 loss. Despite Cooper Koch netting a career-high 26 points on 5 for 11 shooting from the floor and 15 of 17 at the charity stripe and Isaia Howard's 13-point and 15-rebound double-double, Iowa's 16 missed free throws proved costly. Iowa will look to bounce back on Sunday, Nov. 15 at 2 p.m. CT inside the Casey's Center in Des Moines as the Hawkeyes battle Creighton (2-1). With Iowa suffering its first loss of the season at the hands of Virginia Tech, here are some of the notable reactions from fans and media to the Hawkeyes' performance: This Iowa basketball squad is NOT elite 8 material — Tigers DD (@TigersDD) November 11, 2026 this type of game for iowa men’s basketball is a must win this early in the season absolutely need a non conference W — HawkeyeWillie (@HawkeyeWillie_) November 11, 2026 Let’s make this Iowa basketball game in Sioux City a one

Sioux City, IA · 1d

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Freedom doesn't come free

At just 18-years-old, Jim Huenink wasn’t thinking about joining the military, leaving his family behind or spending his nights surrounded by rice paddies in a country halfway around the world. But in May 1968, the Hawarden-area young man received a call that would change his life forever. He had...

Hawarden, IA · 21h

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#1 Northwestern and #3 Morningside pick up semifinal wins in GPAC Volleyball Tournament, setting up all-local showdown in Orange City on Saturday

Here’s a look at our local GPAC volleyball tournament highlights and scores from the semifinal round: Scores #1 Northwestern 3, #5 Dordt 0 #3 Morningside 3, #7 Dakota Wesleyan 0 GPAC Championship: #3 Morningside at #1 Northwestern – 7:30 p.m.

Orange City, IA · 1d

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Former Atlantic and Northwestern College Wrestler Honored for His Performance at Service Salute Wrestling Tournament

(Orange City) Former Atlantic wrestler Taye Jordan earned Northwestern College’s Raider of the Week Award. According to the post on the Northwestern College Facebook page, Jordan, wrestling at 125 pounds, led the team in match points and near falls at last Saturday’s Service Salute Wrestling Tournament. Jordan recorded...

Orange City, IA · 2d

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C-70 road closure discussed at supervisors meeting

LE MARS — The Plymouth County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing at their meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 10 to discuss the Iowa Department of Transportation’s (DOT) proposed road closure at the intersection of U.S. Highway 75 and Fulton Street. The closure is part of the Iowa...

Plymouth County, IA · 1d

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Developing apartments in Le Mars

LE MARS — The current housing market in Le Mars faces significant shortages in both rental and entry-level availability. Overlook Apartments, a brand-new apartment complex with 100 units, was filled to capacity within just 60 days after opening on Feb. 11, 2026, according to Le Mars Community Development director Mark Gaul.

Le Mars, IA · 1d

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O’Brien County Farmland Auction Tops Out at $21,300 Per Acre

(KIWA) — Farmland sold for as much as $21,300 per acre during an O’Brien County auction on November 5th, with winning bids climbing through successive rounds of bidding. Vander Werff & Associates conducted the sale of the Sampson property, offering 552.60 surveyed acres in Center Township across seven tracts.

O'Brien County, IA · 6h

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SIOUX CITY RED LIGHT CAMERAS COULD MORE THAN DOUBLE TO HELP INCREASE CITY REVENUE

SIOUX CITY’S POLICE DEPARTMENT IS ALSO FACING SOME CHANGES DUE TO THE CITY’S TIGHT BUDGET OUTLOOK FOR THE NEXT FISCAL YEAR. CITY MANAGER MIKE COLLETT HAS PROPOSED CUTTING ONE CURRENTLY VACANT POSITION AND MOVING AN OFFICER FROM AN OFFICE POST BACK ON THE STREET. HE IS ALSO PROPOSING...

Sioux City, IA · 21h

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Johnson seeks input from Sutherland about hazards

SUTHERLAND—O’Brien County Emergency Management director Jared Johnson sought feedback from the Sutherland City Council during Monday evening’s meeting to improve the hazard mitigation plan. O’Brien County, Sioux County and Osceola County have a joint plan, and Johnson is going to O’Brien County communities to get their input...

Sutherland, IA · 19h

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AP facing West Lyon in 1A semifinal Friday

#3 (1A) Aplington-Parkersburg will take on #2 (1A) West Lyon in a 1A semifinal Friday, which will air on 99 The Wave. Coming off last week’s 24-0 quarterfinal win over West Marshall, the Falcons will play in a semifinal for the first time since 2003. Having dominated their opponents with six shutouts, Head Coach Zach Pfantz says an entire season of preparation has made them ready for this moment.

Inwood, IA · 1d

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Sioux Center Targets November 20 for Highway 75 Reopening

Sioux Center’s Highway 75 reconstruction project is nearing the finish line, with crews targeting a reopening to traffic by the end of Friday, November 20th. Craig Lauritzen with DGR Engineering outlined the remaining work following the project’s final monthly update meeting Tuesday, November 10th, at the Sioux Center Public Library. He says the reopening goal depends on the remaining work going according to plan.

Sioux Center, IA · 2d

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