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REMOVING THE SNOW – The snow that has fallen this winter has disrupted businesses, driving and schools. It takes big equipment to remove the snow so that day to day normalcy can return. Here …
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1/5/23
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Storm Lake (incl Little Storm Lake) Ice thickness is 0 to 10 inches. Ice thickness is variable and can change quickly. There are areas of open water. Use caution if venturing out; test ice thickness …
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1/5/23
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DOWN THE BIG HILL -- What better way to spend a warm winter day than sledding? Left to right, Elise Rupp, Mary Anderson of Ruthven, Wyatt Rupp, and Emmett Rupp went sledding in the afternoon light …
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1/5/23
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BEAUTIFUL SUNRISE -- The sun was rising on the east side of the lake Monday morning. The ice crystals in the air provided a colorful plume that undoubtedly caught many people’s attention. -- …
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12/28/22
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(Estherville, Iowa) The Trustees of Iowa Lakes Community College convened at the Administrative Offices in Estherville late afternoon on December 14 for their annual organizational meeting. The …
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12/28/22
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SNOW STORM AND A SUN DOG -- This photo taken from the cab of a pickup shows how much the snow was blowing across the highway north of town. In the background a sundog appears on the horizon. These …
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12/28/22
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Last year at this time, Five Island Lake was in the early stages of being completely frozen. By the first part of January, it was determined that the ice was safe. Steve Carney was able to check the …
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by Diane Weiland
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12/28/22
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A 4-H Candy Making Workshop was held at the Palo Alto County Extension Office on Saturday, December 10. Eleven participants enjoyed a day of candy making, pizza, games, and making an origami star …
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12/28/22
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A Private Pesticide Applicator Continuing Instruction Course led by ISU Extension Field Agronomist, Gentry Sorenson, will be held at the Iowa Lakes Community College Auditorium, Emmetsburg Campus. …
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12/28/22
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The Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation and Iowa Select Farms were back on the road in 13 different communities this December for the annual Operation Christmas Meal program. The events kicked off at the …
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12/28/22
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When the bitterly cold temperatures descended on Emmetsburg, the geese started their treks south. Unlike last year when the geese never left, the cold presented challenges for these feathered …
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by Diane Weiland
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12/28/22
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A COLORFUL SUN DOG -- In the early morning this sun dog was splendidly displayed over the horizon. It was one of mother nature’s beautiful displays. – Diane Weiland photo
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12/28/22
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The Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of the Home for the Holidays Mystery Gift Winners. This year six local shops participated in the event. Customers signed up for the drawing when shopping …
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by Diane Weiland
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12/28/22
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The new year is just days away. Before 2023 is bid adieu it seems that a review of all the wonderful things that happened in Emmetsburg this year should be revisited It was a very good year. On …
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by Diane Weiland
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12/28/22
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A BOAT FILLED WITH FOOD – For the second year Northland Auto and Marine collected food and other products to donate to Upper Des Moines. On December 20th the items were bagged and delivered in …
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12/28/22
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HELPING A NEIGHBOR – Clint Young uses his tractor with a snowblower attachment to remove one of the many drifts that the bomb cyclone delivered to the area. Last Saturday people all over town …
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12/28/22
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St. Paul Lutheran Church is opening a shop that will serve families in need of clothing and other items for their infants and children. Already the gently used donated items are hung on racks and …
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by Diane Weiland
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12/28/22
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As another year ends, it offers time for reflection. Last week some adults were agreeable to sharing their Christmas wishes. What they shared is cause for reflection about what is important as …
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by Diane Weiland
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12/28/22
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Emmetsburg’s Battle of the Business Bowling Tournament will take place on Friday, January 20 with a snow date of January 27 at Shamrock Lanes, 1301 Broadway. Two flights of eight teams will …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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12/28/22
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SANTA AT DOLLAR FRESH – Santa Claus spent time last Saturday at Dollar Fresh. He walked the aisles and talked to shoppers. Here he is pictured with Shannette Donner, manager at Dollar Fresh. …
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12/28/22
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THE NATIVITY at St. Paul Lutheran Church illuminates both the night and daytime this Christmas season as it reminds passerbys of the true meaning of Christmas. -- Diane Weiland photo
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12/28/22
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Baby Boy Ambrose Ambrose Jaxon Botcher arrived at 7:35 p.m. on Thursday, December 15, 2022 at Palo Alto County Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds 3 ounces and measured 20.5 inches long. Baby Ambrose is …
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12/28/22
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AgState’s first year as a combined company was a good business year. At the annual meeting held earlier this month AgState CEO Troy Upah and Board President, Chuck Specketer, along with CFO Bob …
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by Diane Weiland
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12/28/22
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The Edward Jones office, located at the west end of Emmetsburg, assisted again in the Soldier Boxes that benefit those serving in the military outside of the United States. This year it was reported …
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by Diane Weiland
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12/28/22
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