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Smiling woman with long dark hair wearing an olive-green top and a pendant against a solid yellow background.

Business

2 days ago

Emmetsburg’s Sierra Elbert is Iowa Small Businessperson of the Year

She says the honor brings added national visibility to Groom Curriculum as it continues to expand.

Local

3 days ago

West Bend’s Shrine of the Grotto of the Redemption Honored with 2026 Geode Award

The Shrine of the Grotto of the Redemption in West Bend is receiving statewide recognition for its impact on tourism.

Local sports

3 days ago

Spirit Lake Claims Both Team Titles at Home Invite

Spencer Girls, Okoboji Boys take 3rd

Local

3 days ago

A Couple of KICD 9-County Area Teams Top the Pocahontas Girls Invite

Several Twin Lakes Conference Teams in action

Promo for Storm Lake Public Library: 'Plant a Seed, Read' summer reading program with cartoon vegetables on a tractor; Coming Summer 2026.

Education

3 days ago

Storm Lake Library Ready to Plant a Seed and Read

Families are encouraged to pick up a physical schedule for their fridge and watch for the full June calendar to be released soon.

Education

3 days ago

Free Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Coming to Emmetsburg

The training is open to a wide array of community members, including parents, teachers, coaches, and healthcare providers.

Local

3 days ago

Spencer 2026-2027 City Budget Approved

The new fiscal year budget starts July 1st.

Two neighboring houses with severe fire damage: charred exteriors and burnt windows, debris in the yards, a firefighter in turnout gear near the right side, with leafless trees behind.

Local

3 days ago

Three Homes in Arnolds Park Catch Fire Tuesday

There had been a fire behind the structure earlier in the day, and an investigation into the cause continues.

Local sports

3 days ago

Northwest Iowa Soccer League Scores: 4/21/26

Scores from the Northwest Iowa Soccer League

Local sports

3 days ago

Golf Scores: 4/21/26

Scores from around the KICD 9-County Area

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Education

16 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.

Crime

16 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.

Crime

16 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

16 hours ago

2026 Drake Relays Central

Results from KICD 9-County Area Competitors

Local

16 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.