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Spencer Sells Second Lot in North Y Development

-0- The first business to purchase a lot from the city was Robinson Funeral Home, which already had a location in Spirit Lake. Owner Cory Robinson says they’re down to some finishing touches inside the new structure. His son – Spencer Robinson – will be moving back to the corridor to join the family business.

Spencer, IA · 2d
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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 · 1d
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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 · 1d

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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 · 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 · 1d

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County Supervisors Approve Red Rock Wind Drainage Agreement

Spencer, IA (northwestiowanow) — Officials from Clay, Dickinson, and Emmet counties met jointly to review and approve a key drainage agreement for the proposed Red Rock Wind Energy Center Tuesday. Developer Invenergy plans to build 51 wind turbines across Dickinson and Emmet counties, while Clay County will host the...

Emmet County, IA · 1d

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No. 11 Dordt and No. 12 Northwestern Prepare for GPAC Title Clash

(Northwestern Football Field - KIWA Staff Photo) Orange City, Iowa (RI) — Dordt and Northwestern meet Saturday afternoon in Orange City with a share of the GPAC football championship on the line. Both teams enter the regular-season finale with identical 8-2 overall records and 8-1 conference marks. The Defenders...

Orange City, IA · 1d

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Former KMAlanders Konz, Hernandez earn ARC honors

(KMAland) -- Two former KMAlanders who have been at the heart of Buena Vista volleyball's fantastic season have been honored by the American Rivers Conference. Glenwood's Charley Hernandez has been named the league's Player of the Year. Hernandez put down 7.0 kills per set for the Beavers on a .257 hitting percentage. She also ranked top five in the league in digs per set at 4.37.

Storm Lake, IA · 23h

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Emmetsburg School Bond Falls Short of Required Supermajority for Third Straight Year

Emmetsburg, IA (northwestiowanow.com) — For the third consecutive year a bond issue to finance a new elementary school in Emmetsburg received a majority of votes, but not the super majority it required. Superintendent Cory Jennes says the school board has another year to tweak the plan and make a...

Emmetsburg, IA · 1d

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Sheldon council moves forward with Children's World rate buy-down

The Sheldon City Council agreed to a rate buy-down with Children’s World for the 2026-27 fiscal year, which will credit $30 to each child at the daycare until June 30. Last Wednesday’s decision was not unanimous, as council member Jeff Wagner was the lone “no” in the 4-1 vote approving the agreement with the Sheldon community daycare.

Sheldon, IA · 1d

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City of Okoboji Considering Moratorium on Condo Storage Units

(KUOO) — Condominium storage units are causing a stir in the city of Okoboji. The city council Tuesday evening voted down a recommendation from the city’s Design Review Committee to approve design plans for such units on two different parcels of land. Contractors on the project questioned the council as to why they rejected the Design Review Committee’s recommendation.

Okoboji, IA · 2d

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Lead the Ville Class Wants to Build Free Mini-Golf Course in Estherville

(Estherville)--The 2026-27 Lead the Ville class has announced its community improvement project. This is the 4th year for the Lead the Ville program and each class is required to come up with a project to benefit the community. Lead the Ville class member Lincoln Larson says this year’s class wants to build a free nine hole mini-golf course. Larson explains how the idea for the project came about.

Estherville, IA · 1d

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Vos: City leaders eye indoor pool in 1970s

This is the fourth part in a series of columns recalling the history of the public swimming pools in Sheldon. Due to the many problems at the Sheldon Municipal Swimming Pool in the City Park, such as cloudy water, chemical issues, mechanical problems, safety issues, and leaks, Sheldon leaders began thinking about a new pool — an indoor pool — in the mid-1970s.

Sheldon, IA · 1d

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Seasons Center Announces Reopening of Autumn's Center

(Spencer)--Seasons Center for Behavioral Health has announced that Autumn’s Center will officially reopen on Monday, November 23rd with staff beginning to see clients at the center that day. The reopening marks an important milestone for the organization and the children, young adults, and families it serves. Autumn’s Center, which...

Spencer, IA · 3d

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Sheldon Council To Meet In Special Session To Discuss City Manager Candidates’ Qualifications

(Sheldon Community Services Center - KIWA Staff Stock Photo) Sheldon, Iowa — The Sheldon City Council continues its quest to find a new city manager. The council will meet in special session Monday morning, November 16th, 2026 at 7:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at the Sheldon Community Services Center at 416 9th Street, across the street from KIWA Radio.

Sheldon, IA · 1d

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Archer gets new fire truck

The Archer Fire Department has its new tanker and has worked with Carroll Township on an agreement to help pay for it. Fire chief Brian Vollink updated the council on the situation with the tanker during its meeting on Sept. 8. The truck is a 2001 GMC pumper tanker, and...

Archer, IA · 2d

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Local Love INC Chapter Receives National Recognition for Ministry Excellence

Sheldon, Iowa — Love INC of Greater O’Brien County has received national recognition for its community outreach and organizational strength, earning the Pursuit of Excellence certification from Love INC National. Love INC stands for Love In the Name of Christ. The Sheldon-based organization tells us theirs is one...

Sheldon, IA · 1d

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Large Crowd Attends Path One Data Center Meeting in Estherville

(Estherville)--A large crowd attended a public meeting Thursday evening at the Estherville VFW to hear a presentation about the proposed data center in Estherville. Gyles Uhlenhopp of Path One made a 30 minute presentation about the proposed 25 megawatt data center and then answered questions from the audience. One of the questions was about the noise and low frequency sound produced by data centers and their possible impacts on animals and people, especially children. Uhlenhopp says the proposed facility would have several ways to reduce the impact of sound.

Estherville, IA · 1d

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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 · 2d