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Local
1 year ago
Governor Reynolds Issues Disaster Proclamation for Osceola and Palo Alto Counties Following June Storms

A disaster proclamation has been issued by Governor Kim Reynolds following the severe storms that swept through northwest Iowa on Wednesday, June 11.

Local
1 year ago
Landowners Seek to Stop Wind Farm

Opponents of a massive wind farm granted a permit by the Dickinson County Board of Adjustment vowed to continue the fight. They have hired Des Moines lawyers to try blocking construction.

Crime
1 year ago
Crash Leads to Juvenile Arrests in Palo Alto County

A single vehicle crash early Saturday morning in rural Palo Alto County resulted in multiple citations for a group of juveniles, including charges related to alcohol and marijuana possession.

Crime
1 year ago
Milford Man Accused of Felony Burglary in Sibley

A Milford man has been arrested and charged with felony burglary following an incident in Sibley.

Crime
1 year ago
Hartley man Arrested for Threats to Dispatch

A Hartley man was arrested on Monday, June 2, for obstruction of emergency communications.

Local
1 year ago
2025 Iowa Broadcaster of The Year

Spencer Media Group’s Kevin Tlam named 2025 Iowa Broadcaster of The Year

Local
1 year ago
West Okoboji Celebrates 100 Years with Beachfront Festivities

The city of West Okoboji turned 100 several months ago, but Mayor Craig Miner says summer is a better time to throw a party.

Local
1 year ago
SMU Releases Water Quality Report

Customers of Spencer Municipal Utilities can check out the most recent water quality test on the SMU website Amanda Goyd with SMU says the annual report for 2025 was positive.

Flood Recovery
1 year ago
Rock Valley Marks Major Milestone in Flood Recovery

Almost one year after devastating floods swept through Rock Valley, the community is moving forward with housing developments and renewed hope.

Local
1 year ago
Downburst Mistaken for Tornado and Osceola County Update

Winds up to 70 miles per hour were reported in various portions of the area including Sibley that appears to be a funnel cloud.