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13 hours ago
Preregistration Deadline Approaches for Spencer Ward 5 Special Election

The deadline to pre-register to vote in the Spencer Ward 5 City Council Special Election is next week.

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21 hours ago
Storm Lake Releases Drinking Water Quality Report 2025

According to the report, routine testing confirmed the city’s drinking water remained safe for residents and businesses throughout the year.

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1 day ago
Jim Vermeer Wins Spencer Ward 4 Special City Council Election

Jim Vermeer has won the election for the Ward 4 City Council seat in Spencer, defeating Duane Bates.

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2 days ago
Historic Elite Theater Chandelier Returns Home to Laurens

The chandelier, which once hung inside the Elite Theater at 104 North Third Street, is now on display at Heart n’ Home in Laurens.

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6 days ago
Communities Report Strong Fundraising Totals from Pony Express Ride

Fundraising totals have been reported from communities participating in Friday’s 2026 Pony Express Ride.

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6 days ago
Fire Crews Investigate Smoke Report at Spencer Building

Emergency crews responded to reports of smoke inside a Spencer building early Friday morning.

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6 days ago
Two Vehicle Accident Injury

A two-vehicle accident in rural Spencer led to one injury Wednesday morning.

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7 days ago
Vehicle Fire in Spencer

Firefighters in Spencer responded to a single-vehicle fire early Thursday morning.

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7 days ago
Pony Express Riders Saddle Up for Annual Ride Day Fundraiser

The Pony Express Riders of Iowa are getting ready to ride through several northwest Iowa communities as part of their annual Ride Day on Friday.

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7 days ago
Northwest Iowa Campgrounds Getting Ready for Summer

Campgrounds in Emmet and Buena Vista Counties are getting ready to open for the summer recreation season.

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