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Have a dream to start or grow a business. A new regional grant competition called The BIG Challenge is offering a total of $10,000 in prize money.

The Okoboji Tourism Bureau has released rental information for the final weekend of the tourist season.

A fatal skid loader accident claimed the life of a local farmer Saturday afternoon northeast of Ashton.

High School and College Football Scores from the Week

The cooler nights we’ve had are bringing down water temperatures, which is great news for anglers.

Iowa Lakes Community College has announced its fall “Third Age College” series in Spencer, providing two new educational opportunities designed for lifelong learning.

The Estherville City Council has approved two major street projects.

It’s a big fund-raising weekend for Dickinson County fire departments. The annual Spirit Lake Fireman’s dance this year will be held at the Okoboji Barn Bar and Grill Friday night from 7 until 9. Damon Dotson will be the entertainment.

Coaches Preview the upcoming Cross Country Season in the Twin Lakes Conference

Iowa’s oldest Labor Day celebration is set to return to Graettinger this weekend, running from Friday, August 29th through Monday, September 1st.