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Two People Facing Charges After Disturbance Report Near Ruthven
(Ruthven)--Two people were arrested after a disturbance report last Sunday near Ruthven. Shortly after 9:40 pm, the Palo Alto County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call for a disturbance taking place in the 3400 block of 370th Street. Based upon the investigation, Deputies arrested 36-year-old Jacob Brown of Graettinger, on a charge of Disorderly Conduct. Brown was issued a citation and released to appear in court at a later date. Deputies also arrested 44-year-old Joshua Scott of Ruthven on charges of Assault Causing Bodily Injury and Interference With Official Acts. Following his arrest, Scott was placed in jail to await his initial appearance before a Judge.
More Counties Approved for FEMA Assistance Under Presidential Major Disaster Declaration
Governor Kim Reynolds on Wednesday announced that Cherokee and Palo Alto are among a few additional counties approved to receive public assistance for emergency protective measures and permanent work under the previously approved FEMA Major Disaster Declaration for Iowa counties where significant damage was sustained from severe weather events, including flooding.
FEMA to visit flood survivors in Dickinson, Humboldt, Palo Alto counties
Friday, FEMA announced the counties of Dickinson, Humboldt and Palo Alto had been added to the "recent flooding declaration of June 16 and continuing." With the announcement, FEMA teams will visit neighborhoods in the counties to help those impacted by historic flooding in the region. A release from FEMA noted...
2024 Palo Alto County Fair Underway in Emmetsburg
(Emmetsburg)--The 2024 Palo Alto County Fair gets underway today and runs through Sunday at the fairgrounds in Emmetsburg. Fair Manager Casey Brown says there are some new and returning events for this year's fair. Brown says today's activities include the sheep show and goat show, a watermelon eating contest and...
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