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Construction sign showing a rendering of the future Robinson Funeral Home, with a yellow excavator arm in the background and contact information on the board.
Local
12 hours ago
New Robinson Funeral Home Among First Major Projects to Break Ground in Spencer’s North Y District

Robinson Funeral Home has broken ground on its new Spencer location in the city’s emerging North Y development.

Local
14 hours ago
Active Weather Afternoon Produces Hail and Heavy Rain

Severe thunderstorms moved through the area Thursday afternoon and early evening, leading to seven Severe Thunderstorm Warnings and one Tornado Warning for northern Kossuth County.

Crime
14 hours ago
Storm Lake Man Sentenced to Five Years for 2025 Assault

The incident occurred in Storm Lake while the victim was holding a child, leading to charges of Assault Causing Serious Injury and Child Endangerment.

Local sports
15 hours ago
2026 Drake Relays Central

Results from KICD 9-County Area Competitors

Local
15 hours ago
Be Storm Lake Mayor for a Day with Essay Contest

Mayor Meg McKeon has officially launched the “Why I’m Storm Lake Proud” essay contest for students grades 9 through 12 at Storm Lake and Storm Lake St. Mary’s High Schools.

Crime
15 hours ago
10 Years in Prison for Impersonating Law Enforcement Officer

The investigation was led by the Buena Vista County Sheriff’s Office, with Judge Carl Petersen ordering the sentences for all counts to run concurrently.

Exterior view of a memorial library with a stone wall and metal roof, parked cars in front, and a large tree framing the scene.
Education
15 hours ago
Spotlight Shines on Local Libraries During National Library Week

Groups like Friends of the Marcus Public Library host fundraisers to help keep the facilities modern.

Logo featuring a heart outline containing abstract people and the text 'Community Health Center'
Local
2 days ago
CHC Spencer Celebrates One Year Anniversary

Between April 2025 and April 2026, the facility served 2,650 patients across 5,937 total visits.

Local
2 days ago
Estherville Advances Planning for Highway 9 Utility Replacement

Although construction is still several years away, approving the design work now allows the city to stay on schedule with the DOT’s project timeline.

Crime
2 days ago
Plymouth County Man Arrested on Multiple Child Abuse Charges

Court records show the charges stem from an earlier investigation that began in September 2025.

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