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Bicycle Rodeo Attracted 29 Kids

The Emmetsburg Police Department brought back the Bicycle Rodeo for kids last Saturday.   The department wanted to make sure that kids knew what was important when they are riding their …

Clean Water Festival is Scheduled for June 21

The Five Island Lake Association (FILA) has been busy lining up activities for kids and adults for the annual Clean Water Festival.   This event will take place on Saturday, June 21 in Soper …

POET Celebration 20th Anniversary

This Saturday, June 14 th , the public is invited to take part in POET’s 20 th Anniversary.   The event will be held at the Palo Alto County Fairgrounds.   The schedule for the day is …

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E-Hawks Beat Raiders, Indians and Mustangs to Climb over .500

Don’t let them get hot. A trio of timely wins over East Sac County, Spirit Lake, and Newell-Fonda last week got the E-Hawk baseball team back up to a .500 record after a 1-3 start to the …

E-Hawks Fall in Six Games this Week

Experience is continually building up for the young Emmetsburg E-Hawk softball squad. Last Monday and Tuesday’s games were postponed due to the threat of severe weather and rain. Their …

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   It's kind of crazy to think that the 2024 Major League Baseball Season is already half over. The Midsummer Classic is right around the corner and the All-Star Rosters were announced on …
   To me, there isn't anything quite like going to a Major League Baseball game. Grabbing a cold drink and a hot dog while watching the best players in the world is a truly remarkable …
      So many times folks who don't watch golf on TV have explained to me that it's simply too boring. Generally, crowds only get loud at PGA Tour events on Sundays when the …
Secretary Pate encourages 17- and 18-year-olds to register to vote on Statewide High School Voter Registration Day February 13   Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate today announced …

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In July 2004, I underwent triple bypass surgery. Following such a procedure, most patients are provided with cardiac rehabilitation through their insurance or Medicare.   This typically involves …
President Trump openly campaigned on his creation of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The agency's job would be to root out waste and inefficiency in the federal government and it's …
 What an informative and educational session on cancer was presented on Monday, November 18 at "THE SHORES" in Emmetsburg. We all know family and friends affected by this terrible disease. Palo …
        As many are aware, the issue of building a new elementary school is at hand for our community. Two comments that keep arising are: “Why do …

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Obituaries
Joan Opheim, age 85 of Fort Worth, Texas, formerly of Emmetsburg passed away in Fort Worth, Texas on June 12, 2025.  Services are pending at the Martin-Mattice Funeral Home in Emmetsburg. …
Visitation for Dale Evans will be held from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at Martin-Mattice Funeral Home in Emmetsburg, Iowa. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Monday, …
Marilyn Meyer Visitation for Marilyn Meyer will be held from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mallard, Iowa on Thursday, June 19, 2025. …
Visitation for James “Jim” Schoning will be held from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at Bethel Lutheran Church in Graettinger, Iowa. Services will be held at 10:30 A.M. …

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"Most Deserving" : Joyce Runner-up in State Golf Tournament
One of, if not the most impressive golf seasons by an Emmetsburg E-Hawk girl came to a close last weekend in Marshalltown. Sophomore Calista Joyce battled through the weather in the first two playoff …
E'burg Baseball Team Wins Season Opener
School’s out and baseball season is in full force. The Emmetsburg E-Hawks attacked early in their season opener against the Estherville-Lincoln Central Midgets and the E-Hawk pitchers stifled …
Joyce 3rd in Primghar, Qualifies for Second Straight Tournament
Another golf tournament, another cold, cloudy, and windy day for Calista Joyce. And once again, Joyce beat the elements. This time to punch her ticket to the 1A Iowa High School State Girls Golf …

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