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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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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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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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New Option Sparks Renewed Debate Over Alta Library Location

A new possibility has emerged in Alta’s long-running library debate — but city leaders remain divided over where the community’s future library should go. The issue resurfaced during Monday night’s city council strategic planning session, a year after voters rejected a $1.25 million bond referendum for a new library. The November 2025 proposal would have funded a 4,200-square-foot building in the north end of the city park. It failed 315 to 208, falling short of the required 60% approval.

Alta, 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 · 18h

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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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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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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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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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From Storm Lake to the Hawkeyes: A community cheers on one of its own

SIOUX CITY (KTIV) — For some Iowa basketball fans, the Hawkeyes’ game in Sioux City was about more than cheering on their favorite team. It was a chance to watch someone they’ve known since his days in Storm Lake chase a dream close to home. Leo Gallagher...

Storm Lake, 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 · 6h

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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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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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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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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 · 2d

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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

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Joel Suggit Sworn In as New Sac County Sheriff

In the recent election, Sac County residents selected a new sheriff to fill a vacancy. Deputy Joel Suggit ran unopposed, taking 3,613 votes against 90 write-ins. Suggit is a Sac City native and says that while he left for college and work, he knew he wanted to return to the area.

Sac County, IA · 1d

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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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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