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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 be held at a later date.…
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.
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.
Declining Enrollment at Storm Lake Schools
Declining Enrollment, Rising Costs Drive Proposed Levy Increase for Storm Lake Schools
Morningside University President
Aurelia native, Chad Benson, named Morningside University President
Storm Lake Driving Pursuit
A Sioux City woman was arrested Saturday night following a reckless driving pursuit in Storm Lake
Okoboji Blue Water Festival Discontinues
Organizers of the Okoboji Blue Water Festival yesterday announced that event will not continue
Russell Arms, 85, of Milford
A memorial service for Russell Arms, 85, of Milford will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, April 3rd at Robinson…
Thomas “Tommy” Ginger, age 51 of Primghar
A memorial service for Thomas “Tommy” Ginger, age 51 of Primghar will be held on Friday, April 3rd, at 2:00…
Robert “Bob” Stewart, age 99, of Spencer, Iowa, formerly of Webb
Funeral services for Robert “Bob” Stewart, age 99, of Spencer, Iowa, formerly of Webb will be held at 11:00 a.m.…
Mrs. Jennifer Mitchell, 79, of Spencer
Funeral services for Mrs. Jennifer Mitchell, 79, of Spencer will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 2, 2026,…
Two Vehicle Collision in Sheldon Leads to One Hospitalization
A two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Highway 18 and 34th Avenue in Sheldon resulted in one hospitalization and a traffic charge.
Buena Vista County Drug Charge
A Cherokee man has been sentenced to a term not to exceed five years in prison in a Buena Vista County drug case.
Little League Fields Ready To Go
Spencer Park and Rec Director Bob Fullhart says the city fields are ready for Little League to start next week.
Train Grass Fires
The Sibley Fire Department was dispatched twice last week to fight grassfires near the BNSF railroad tracks in Osceola County.
Track and Field Results: 3/28/26
Area Schools compete at highly competitive indoor meet in Brookings
Joy Vander Werff, 64, of Sanborn
Services for 64-year-old Joy Vander Werff of Sanborn will be Thursday, April 2nd, at 11:00 a.m. at the Christian Reformed…
Everly FD Serving French Toast Breakfast Sunday Morning
The public is invited to attend the French Toast Breakfast this Sunday 8-1 at the Everly Fire Department.

















