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Dordt University shifts on-campus parking as construction continues
As Dordt University students return to campus for the 2024-25 academic year, they will notice some changes in on-campus parking due to ongoing construction projects. Approximately 100 additional parking spots have been added to Dordt's campus for residential student parking, many of which are located in Lot 16. Lot 2B, located near the Squares Apartments, will now serve as guest and Recreation Center parking, to accommodate the parking spots lost to construction between the B.J. Haan Auditorium and Kuyper Apartments.
Two Side-Street Businesses Move to Grand Avenue
Spencer, IA (Northwest Iowa Now) — Two side-street businesses in Spencer have moved to Grand Avenue, and a new venture is taking their spot-on West 4th Street. Meddlar Coffee moved earlier this year and Mainstreet Director Nancy Naeve says the decorator who shared their space is now also moving.
Emmet County Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Possession
Estherville, IA (Northwest Iowa Now) — The Emmet County Sheriff’s Department charged a Spirit Lake man with drug possession after a traffic stop in the early morning hours of August 7th. The Deputy on duty says he stopped 50-year-old Robbie Mitchell for speeding and found drugs in the...
KLEM News for Wednesday, August 21
FEMA and state agencies will hold a one-day Agriculture Recovery Center in Woodbury County tomorrow. This is for farmers and rural residents who suffered damages from floods and storms earlier this spring. The meeting will be at the Correctionville Community Center from noon to 8 P.M. FEMA, the USDA, the Small Business Administration, and state agriculture and farm groups will have representatives to offer advice and assistance.
Dog Issues Discussed by Hampton City Council Monday
Monday, the Hampton City Council held a workshop meeting and continued to review a request from Franklin County Auditor, Katy Flint, and Franklin County Facilities Director, Ryan Peterson, to remove the sidewalk at the Franklin County Food Pantry location. Peterson said he talked to a few of the neighbors, and...
Awesome Craft/Makers Markets Happening in Eastern Iowa This Fall
Earlier this month, Midwest Living published a list of '10 Great Makers Markets to Visit This Fall.' We're happy to report that one Iowa market made the cut! It's called The Pear Fair, and it's held annually in Cedar Falls. The Pear Fair is a popular craft fair that showcases...
Talk of the Town Podcast for August 21st
On today’s Talk of the Town Podcast, we talk to Sioux County Sheriff Jamie Van Voorst. You can hear today’s Talk of the Town Podcast by CLICKING HERE. If you’d like more information about Project Lifesaver, visit the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office website, siouxcountysheriff.com. Talk of...
On National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, DEA Encourages Communities to Continue Education Efforts
OMAHA, Neb. – The five state Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Omaha Division, which includes Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota, is reminding Midwestern communities to continue education efforts that raise awareness to the life-threatening consequences of fentanyl experimentation and use while recognizing National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day on August 21.
Iowa Teen Caught Going Over 120 mph On a Suspended License
An Iowa teenager landed in the hottest of waters after being caught going well over 100 mph near Ottumwa. The kicker? He was driving on a suspended license. The Iowa State Patrol are hoping this serves as a reminder for parents to talk to their children who are just starting to drive or are actively learning the Rules of the Road about the dangers of excessive speed.
Lyon board hears of high insurance costs
ROCK RAPIDS—Inflation proved to be Lyon County’s largest adversary in its Iowa Communities Assurance Pool renewal report with Sam Chase from Frontier Insurance & Real Estate in Rock Rapids. Lyon County is seeing a 25 percent increase in ICAP insurance costs from last year to this year. “That’s...
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