Local
2 months ago
Emmet County Delays Vote on RedRock Wind Settlement

If approved, the settlement would allow Red Rock to proceed with its long-planned wind energy project — a large-scale commercial wind farm in Emmet County.

Local
2 months ago
Oh, Baby! Spencer Hospital Birth Center Welcomes First Baby in 2026

To celebrate the milestone, Spencer Hospital Auxiliary volunteers presented Kyden with a gift basket filled with baby items, including books, toys, and a holiday-themed blanket.

Crime
2 months ago
Laurens Woman Arrested After Hiding in Attic to Avoid Multiple Warrants

A Laurens woman wanted on multiple warrants was arrested Saturday after officers found her hiding in attic insulation.

Local
2 months ago
Spencer Man Cited After Collision with Semi on U.S. 71

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two-vehicle collision early Monday morning on U.S. Highway 71.

Crime
2 months ago
Former Holzhauer Auto Dealer Out of Jail Following Bond Reduction in Theft Case

Former Cherokee auto dealer Dan Winchell has been released from jail following a high-profile theft and criminal conduct case.

Local
2 months ago
City of Spencer Orders Vehicles Out of Downtown Ahead of Snow Pickup

Crews will begin clearing snow at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, December 30, and all vehicles must be out of the downtown area by midnight tonight.

Local
2 months ago
UPDATE: Boil Advisory Issued After Water Line Break in Ruthven, Now Resolved

The Boil Advisory has been lifted! Ruthven was under a boil water advisory after a water line near the city’s water plant ruptured early morning, December 25.

Local
2 months ago
ELC Begins Major Overhaul of Athletic Facilities, Fundraising Underway

Estherville Lincoln Central is moving forward with a major renovation of its athletic complex.

Local
2 months ago
Storm Lake Issues Winter Snow Removal Reminders

The City of Storm Lake is reminding residents of winter safety rules.

Crime
2 months ago
Arrests Made After Lyon County Courthouse Break-In

Authorities announced at 7:05 a.m. on Friday, December 20, that both suspects were taken into custody in Spearfish, South Dakota.