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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 · 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 · 2d
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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 · 2d
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Millions more in disaster-relief funding headed to N'West Iowa

REGIONAL–More than two years after historic flooding swept across N’West Iowa, disaster-relief funding continues to flow into the region. The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced two new rounds of funding late last month, including more than $4.3 million to the city of Rock Valley for permanent repairs to its water and wastewater treatment, collection and distribution systems.

Rock Valley, 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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NCC awards contract for Marcus regional center

SHELDON—The Northwest Iowa Community College Board of Trustees has awarded the contract for renovations to the future home of the Marcus Regional Center and Career Academy to a Sioux Center company. Schelling Construction submitted the winning bid of $1,873,240 for renovations to the former Hometown Guesthouse Hotel at 207...

Marcus, IA · 21h

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Speed limit changes planned near Rock Valley and Sioux Center in NW Iowa

ROCK VALLEY, Iowa (Sioux County Radio) - 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 on Tuesday, Nov. 10. County Engineer Joel Sikkema says the Sioux...

Rock Valley, IA · 1d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 3d

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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 · 2d

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Iowa DOT representatives present latest “reduced conflict intersections” information for C-70/US-75 project

Iowa DOT representatives present latest “reduced conflict intersections” information for C-70/US-75 project. A public hearing was held at Tuesday’s Plymouth County Board of Supervisors meeting. regarding the road closure at the intersection of US Highway 75 and Fulton Street due to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s upcoming...

Plymouth County, IA · 1d

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Hulshof: The motto that powers our community

In November 2025, I had the honor of being elected to serve on the Sioux Center City Council. This experience has caused me to reflect on what makes Sioux Center special and how we can continue the progress established by generations of community leaders. Our motto, “Progress Through Cooperation,” captures...

Sioux Center, IA · 1d

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Strickfaden ran for three and threw for three as Dordt trounced Northwestern

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Dordt Defenders closed its regular season in impressive fashion, rolling to a 66-21 victory over Northwestern Saturday afternoon at De Valois Stadium in Orange City. The Defenders scored 21 points in the second quarter to take control of the game and added...

Orange City, IA · 11h

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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 · 2d

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LIVESTREAM: NAIA – No. 11 Dordt Defenders @ No. 12 Northwestern Red Raiders, Nov. 14, 19:00 CET (7 pm CET, 1 pm ET)

The No. 12 Northwestern Red Raiders (8–2) host the No. 11 Dordt Defenders (8–2) Saturday, November 14, at Korver Field at De Valois Stadium in Orange City, Iowa, in a crucial NAIA Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC) regular-season finale. Kickoff is scheduled for 19:00 CET (1 pm ET),...

Orange City, 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 · 2d

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Sioux County Approves Tax Abatements with Data Centers Excluded

The Sioux County Board of Supervisors has approved a property tax abatement program for qualifying construction projects in unincorporated parts of the county, with data centers and several other types of development excluded. Supervisor Craig Hoftyzer says the board unanimously approved the measure Tuesday, November 10th. It takes effect January...

Sioux County, IA · 2d