Local
2 days ago
Clay County Supervisors Elect New Leadership

 Barry Anderson tapped to chair the Clay County Board of Supervisors. In addition to the leadership elections, the board reappointed Cole Budach as the Clay County Engineer.

Local
2 days ago
Jones Previews Upcoming Iowa Legislative Session

The Iowa General Assembly gavels into session January 12th.

Education
2 days ago
H-LP Elementary Burst Steam Pipe Cancels Classes

There is no school for students  on Monday, January 5 or Tuesday, January Harris-Lake […]

Local
2 days 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 days 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
3 days 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.

Obituaries
3 days ago
Hannah Thiesse, 35, of Spencer

Services for 35-year-old Hannah Thiesse of Spencer will be Friday, January 9th, at 10:30 […]

Local
5 days ago
Spencer High School National Honor Society New Members

Spencer High School National Honor Society inducted 55 new members

Local
5 days ago
Fireworks Blamed for New Year’s Day House Fire in Cherokee

Improperly discarded fireworks are being blamed for a New Year’s Day fire in Cherokee

Local
6 days ago
General Manager Dave Putnam Retires

Dave Putnam has been President and General Manager of SMG for twenty-six years…