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Bank collapses on the Great Lakes
Okoboji, IA (KICD) – The Iowa Great Lakes Area has seen higher than normal water levels this summer. DNR Fisheries biologist Mike Hawkins Spoke with Northwest Iowa about some of the problems caused by the higher-than-normal water levels. Hawkins says they have inventoried more than 70 major bank collapses.
Two more tornadoes confirmed from August 5 outbreak
Two more tornadoes have been confirmed by the National Weather Service office in La Crosse, Wisconsin from the August 5th tornado outbreak in southern Minnesota and North Iowa. The latest information of each confirmed tornado can be found below:. Bluffton, IA - EF0 - Tornado began at 9:57 PM and...
Walk With Ease Program Coming to Storm Lake
The Buena Vista County Extension Office is offering a program to help local residents ease into better health. “Walk With Ease” is a six-week, evidence-based program developed by the Arthritis Foundation to help older adults establish healthy patterns of physical activity through walking. The effort is part of an ongoing research program to capture the benefits for reducing risks of falls and general benefits for older adults.
Buena Vista Beavers football determined to bounce back in 2024
STORM LAKE, Iowa (KCAU) – The Beavers of Buena Vista are primed for a rebound after its 2-8 season, but have plenty of aspirations entering its second season under head coach Austin Dickinson. The Beavers return 40 players from 2023, including key pieces on offense and three of the team’s top four tacklers. BVU will […]
Cyclists will soon have a 120-mile loop to ride in central Iowa
A long-anticipated connection between two of Iowa’s most popular bike trails opens this weekend. The trail extension from Woodward to Perry creates a nearly-continuous 120-mile paved loop for bikers, runners and walkers on the Raccoon River Valley Trail and the High Trestle Trail. Andrea Boulton is the trails and...
Hampton police investigating anti-immigrant signs posted at Latino-owned businesses
Hampton police are investigating anti-immigrant signs posted on the doors of Latino-owned businesses in the north-central Iowa town. According to a Facebook post by the Hampton Chronicle, signs were placed "on the doors of numerous Hispanic businesses in Hampton" early Tuesday morning. A photo shared by the newspaper shows a...
KIWA Marketplace for Aug. 24
Black metal firewood rack. Shotguns. 12-gauge and one trap gun. 712-441-1574. Grandfather clock with matching glass cabinet. 712-348-2165. Indian Gold pieces and Morgan Silver dollars. 395-0165. Complete set of walking Liberty 1/2 dollars. 230-0238. Big Man’s Power Lift Chair. Holds 500 pounds. It comes with two heavy duty motors. It...
City of Fort Dodge to hold referendum on new franchise fee
FORT DODGE, Iowa — Leaders in Fort Dodge have decided that if voters approve a new franchise fee next month, the funds will go to the police department. The referendum goes to a vote on Sept. 10. On the ballot will be a 5% franchise fee on gas and...
Hitting the green for local families
LARCHWOOD, Iowa (KELO) — There’s going to be a big golf tournament this weekend at Grand Falls Casino and Resort. Sixty-two teams have signed up to play, but most importantly they’re there to help raise money for two local families who can use their help. A lot...
Temporary Housing Now Available For Spencer Area Flood Victims
Spencer, Iowa — Temporary housing for flood victims is now available on the Clay County fairgrounds in Spencer. Kevin Robinson, the deputy city manager in Spencer, says RVs have been set up in the camping area of the fairgrounds. In mid-July, federal officials approved Iowa’s request for FEMA’s Temporary...
Garner to Celebrate Francis Zrostlik Day Today
Today is Francis Zrostlik Day which is celebrated on his birthday. He would have been 90 years old today. A number of Garner businesses are getting together to celebrate to celebrate the day according to Garner Mayor Tim Schmidt. The event which begins at 4pm and continues to 8pm, will...
Sibley teen charged for domestic assault
SIBLEY—A 17-year-old Sibley resident was arrested Monday, Aug. 12, on an Osceola County warrant for first-offense domestic abuse assault with intent to inflict serious injury and willful injury causing serious injury. The arrest of Isaac David White stemmed from an argument with a family member about 8:55 p.m. Monday,...
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