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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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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!

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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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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 · 8h
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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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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 · 2h

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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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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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Lakota nonprofit gives back to veterans through hunting and meals

LAKOTA, Iowa —  Sixteen years ago, Jason Becker read a book called “Final Salute” and paid a visit to Arlington National Cemetery. He thought about those two things, and speaking with his Dad, Bernie, the two agreed there were things they could do to encourage and help veterans. Thus, Lakota Hunting With Heroes was founded. […]

Lakota, IA · 1d

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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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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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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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New Tool Can Help Prevent Real Estate Fraud

("Recorder" word on transom window in courthouse - KIWA Staff Stock Photo) Rock Rapids, Iowa — It seems like every day there is a new reason to be concerned about scams. That’s the case today as well. But, according to staff at the Lyon County Recorder’s Office, this time the information comes with a way to help prevent the scam as well.

Lyon County, IA · 2d

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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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Iowa Receives $216 Million More for Program Supporting Sioux Center Health

Iowa is receiving another $216 million through a federal rural health program that Iowa’s congressional delegation has credited with helping Sioux Center Health expand prenatal care. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced the second-year award Monday, November 9th. It is nearly $7 million more than Iowa’s first-year...

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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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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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PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNTY BOARD OF JACKSON COUNTY, MINNESOTA

This document constitutes a summary of the proceedings of the Jackson County Board of Commissioners’ October 20, 2026 meeting. The full text of these proceedings is available for public inspection during regular business hours at the Office of the County Administrator, Jackson County Government Center, 405 Fifth Street, Building 3, in the City of Jackson, Minnesota.

Jackson County, MN · 2d

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Lyon County Riverboat Foundation Awards $1.4 Million to 28 Area Organizations

Larchwood, Iowa — The Lyon County Riverboat Foundation (LCRF) distributed $1.4 million in 2027 grant funds to 28 organizations across Northwest Iowa, Southeast South Dakota, and Southwest Minnesota during its annual competitive grant award ceremony last week at Grand Falls Casino & Golf Resort. Approximately 120 representatives from nonprofit organizations, schools, and local governments attended the event.

Lyon County, IA · 3d

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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