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Every year, National 4-H Month is a time to celebrate everything 4-H stands for – and this year’s theme, “Beyond Ready,” is all about how 4-H helps youth grow, learn and lead in a world …
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10/21/26
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There is no shortage of Homecoming royalty in the Colegrove-Nerem family of Armstrong, where generations of family members have proudly worn the crowns of their respective high schools.
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10/21/26
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By Michael Tidemann
The Emmet County Board of Supervisors at their Tuesday, Oct. 13 meeting approved a resolution authorizing an urban renewal area for the City of Estherville just west of the …
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10/21/26
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Dolores Jacobson Weisbrod, a 1951 graduate of Waldorf College celebrated her 75th college graduation reunion on October 10, 2026. She attended the reunion with her daughter, Melodee Weisbrod …
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10/21/26
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Hadley Moore, left, of Armstrong was recently inducted as a 4-H Agricultural Ambassador. For more information about the Iowa 4-H Agricultural Ambassador Program, visit the program webpage or …
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10/21/26
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by Jay Schoning
The Emmetsburg Public Library will be host to ‘More Than a Teacher’ presented by Don Yager on Thursday, October 8th at 6:30 p.m. The documentary is a …
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10/7/26
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By Michael Tidemann
In an Aug. 25 filing, Billy Joe Long, individually and Billy Joe Long as father and next friend of A.J.L., a minor, dismissed any and all claims against North Union Community …
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10/7/26
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Iowa State Bank, Algona, Iowa and its holding company, Mid-Iowa Bancshares Co., have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Swea City Bancorporation, Inc. and its subsidiary bank, Bank Plus, …
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10/7/26
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Zoey and Chloe Jensen competed in the 2026 National Pedal Pull Championship on Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Corn Palace in Mitchell, South Dakota.
Eight-year-old Zoey placed fifth in her division …
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10/7/26
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By Clinton J, Davis
Late Thursday night Taylor and I welcomed our third son into this world. Otto Alan Davis was born on Thursday, October 1st at 11:25 p.m. Taylor first started having her …
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10/7/26
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By Kristin Grabinoski
The Ringsted Fire Department is preparing for a major addition to its fleet with the purchase of a new Freightliner pumper/tanker, scheduled to be completed in November …
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10/7/26
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2026 marks the 86th celebration of National Newspaper Week. Since 1940, Newspaper Association Managers has sponsored and supported National Newspaper Week, a week-long promotion of the newspaper …
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10/6/26
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Sydney Peterson
AMES, Iowa — Thirty Iowa youth are beginning their terms as members of the 2026-2027 Iowa State 4-H Council following their induction during the closing ceremonies of the 2026 …
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9/30/26
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By Michael Tidemann
Tyler Sullivan, who authors the popular Facebook Page “Iowa Scenic Views By Foot”, will sign copies of his history of Emmet County at the Lil’ Danske Kirke Danish …
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9/30/26
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By Michael Tidemann
The Emmet County Board of Supervisors at their Tuesday, Sept. 22 meeting approved a resolution extending a moratorium on utility-scale solar projects in the county.
The …
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9/30/26
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By Kristin Grabinoski
For more than a decade, a stack of hay bales has become a fall canvas on Highway N52 in Emmet County for Chelsea (Guse) Smith and her family.
What started as a fun …
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9/30/26
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By Clinton Davis
Like most, I was glad to see the cooler weather hit the area. However, all the moisture is asking for a bit much isn’t it? Not just rain but this constant mist that seems to …
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9/30/26
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By Michael Tidemann
The Emmet County Board of Supervisors at their Tuesday, Sept. 15 meeting agreed to meet with other area interested parties to discuss the realities and myths of data centers.
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9/23/26
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By Kristin Grabinoski
For Brooke Nelsen, the idea for a local 9/11 Stair Climb came to her during a run last year.
“What a great way to honor and remember those who lost their life on …
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9/23/26
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