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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 · 1d
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Spencer Main Street Awards Fall Grant Winners for 2026

Spencer, IA (northwestiowanow) — Spencer Main Street has announced its five winners of the Main Street Micros Grant Program for Fall 2026. The event was held at the Bearded Dog Taproom in downtown Spencer. Now in its 8th year, Spencer Main Street Distributed $20,000 to five businesses in the...

Spencer, IA · 3d
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‘Superhero’ teen who came to farmer’s rescue now a college senior and still helping with harvest

Editor's note: This story originally aired on November 7, 2022. Four years later, Abi Reetz, the former town kid, remains a farmer through-and-through. She's now a senior at South Dakota State University majoring in agricultural science, with minors in ag business and marketing, and animal science. Despite her heavy course...

Wilmont, MN · 3d
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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 · 21h

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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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A message from Jackson County Central district

JACKSON — Dr. Mike Neubeck, superintendent of Jackson County Central Schools, released this statement Nov. 4. Today is a great day for Jackson County Central Schools! We are excited and grateful to announce that our JCC Operating Referendum has passed! With 53.12% voting yes, our communities have demonstrated their commitment to our students, our schools, and the future of JCC!

Jackson County, MN · 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 · 1d

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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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Clay County Conservation Board Seeks Public Input on Kindlespire Master Plan

Spencer, IA (northwestiowanow) — Residents are being encouraged to help shape the future of the Kindlespire Complex through a new master planning effort. The Clay County Conservation Board and the Oneota Conservation Foundation are developing a long-range vision for the approximately 300-acre Kindlespire Park and the broader 1,000-plus-acre conservation complex along the Little Sioux River.

Clay County, IA · 2d

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Estherville Chamber Hosts Annual Awards Banquet

(Estherville)—The annual banquet and awards ceremony of the Estherville Area Chamber of Commerce, Excel Estherville and Estherville Area Growth Partnership was held Tuesday night at the Estherville Elks Lodge. The evening was highlighted by the presentation of the 2026 Chamber awards including two lifetime achievement awards. One of the awards was presented to Steve Danielson whose business, Steve’s Sales and Service, celebrated 50 years in business earlier this year. Danielson is the longtime director of the NW Iowa Concert Band and has volunteered for many activities in the community.

Estherville, IA · 2d

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NW Iowa RSVP Seeking Volunteers for Pen Pal Program

(Estherville)--Northwest Iowa RSVP is looking for volunteers in Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Kossuth and Palo Alto Counties to participate in Pen Pal programs with local elementary students during the spring of 2027. Megan Spurgin is the RSVP Director for Emmet County. This is the 40th year for the Pen Pal program....

Emmet County, IA · 3d

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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 · 22h

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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 · 9h

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Planning Underway on Recreational Trail from Jackson to Fairmont

(Jackson, MN)--Plans are being developed for a recreational trail from Jackson to Fairmont. Minnesota. Luke Ewald with the Jackson County Trails committee says they were awarded a planning grant earlier this year from the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Ewald says work on the plan should be completed in the next month or two.

Fairmont, MN · 3d

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Indian Motorcycle Continues Restructuring After Polaris Split

Indian Motorcycle announced the next phase of its strategic transition to a free-standing company, strengthening its manufacturing capabilities in Spirit Lake, Iowa, adding dedicated business functions and restructuring its organization to support long-term profitability and growth. The changes include adding manufacturing jobs to support recently expanded capabilities at the Spirit...

Spirit Lake, IA · 3d

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Spencer’s Merchant Chooses Mustangs

Spencer, Ia (Northwest Iowa Now) – After a very successful High School Career, Spencer’s Brynn Merchant will take her Tennis Talents to the next level at Morningside University in Sioux City. Morningside Coach Alex Struck believes the Mustangs got the full package in Merchant. Morningside is one of...

Spencer, IA · 3d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 1d

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29th “Charitable Chariot” Awarded At NCC Thursday

(NCC Automotive Students & Charitable Chariots Recipients - KIWA Staff photo) Sheldon, Iowa – A donated vehicle and the skills of NCC students are helping make reliable transportation possible for another northwest Iowa family, following Thursday morning’s presentation of the 29th “Charitable Chariot” vehicle. Through Charitable...

Sheldon, IA · 1d

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Paullina City Council makes plans for short-, long-term

PAULLINA—The Paullina City Council made plans on properties, agreements and the future of what council meetings will look like during its Oct. 19 meeting. The council deemed a residential home a nuisance property during the meeting. The property at 213 N. Maple St. will move forward with the abandoned...

Paullina, IA · 2d