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Local sports
2 days ago
Tiger Boys Open 2026 Campaign with Mercy Rule Win Over Dutchmen

Spencer’s Offensive Onslaught too much for Dutchmen

Education
2 days ago
Spencer School and Spencer YMCA Receive $100,000 Child Care Grant

The new state funding will help the two groups work together to start this initiviative in the fall.

Local
2 days ago
Clay County Supervisors Public Hearing Well Attended

Residents voiced frustration over rising property taxes, citing concerns that assessments are outstripping household income and inflation.

Local
2 days ago
Donate today for April Foods Day with Spencer Media Group

Swing by our north parking lot on Hwy 71.  The SMG staff will accept donations from your vehicle between 6:30am – 6pm. today only.

Business
2 days ago
Oak Hill Outdoor Division Sold to Local Business

The company plans to dedicate its full attention to the boating experiences, service, and sales that define its core business.

Obituaries
2 days ago
Mr. Billy Hughes, age 88, of Spencer

Memorial services for Mr. Billy Hughes, age 88, of Spencer will be held Saturday, […]

Obituaries
2 days ago
George Veitch, age 76, of Ruthven, Formerly of Spencer

A Celebration of Life for 76-year-old, George Veitch, of Ruthven, Formerly of Spencer will […]

Local
2 days ago
Rainfall Likely, Freezing Rain a Concern for Parts of the Area

Wednesday: Clouds increase through the day, but low‑level moisture is slow to arrive.

Local
3 days ago
Opera Performance at ELC

Seven of the nation’s most elite rising opera stars are bringing a world class “Spotlight Concert” to Estherville-Lincoln Central on April 9th.

Local
3 days ago
Declining Enrollment at Storm Lake Schools

Declining Enrollment, Rising Costs Drive Proposed Levy Increase for Storm Lake Schools