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November 25 2 - 4 p.m. Emmetsburg Public Library “GAMELab”: Tweens and teens are invited to the library to learn and play a board game from the library’s extensive collection. …
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11/24/22
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Baby Girl Elizabeth Elizabeth Anne Koopman arrived Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, at 3:02 a.m. at the Spencer Hospital. She weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces, and measured 20.5 inches long. Baby Elizabeth is the …
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11/24/22
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As the holiday season comes in full swing, we are reminded of past traditions. Go pick out your favorite mug, fill it with hot cocoa and marshmallows, and join me as we walk through a winter …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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11/24/22
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The annual Scandinavian Bake Sale will be held Wednesday, Nov. 30, at Bethany Lutheran Church at 7th and Broadway in Emmetsburg. The public is invited from 1 to 3 p.m. Scandinavian treats at the bake …
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11/24/22
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Blue Christmas, a service of healing and hope, will be held on Sunday, December 4 at 5 p.m. at 711 Broadway, the Emmetsburg Family Life Center. This service is a non-denominational holiday …
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11/24/22
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In conjunction with the 2022 Monte Progressive Ag Safety Day, the planning committee offered all the 1st and 2nd grade participants in Palo Alto County a chance to participate in a poster contest. …
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11/24/22
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Four Palo Alto County students pursuing higher education opportunities have received financial assistance this fall thanks to scholarships from the Palo Alto County Community Foundation and its host …
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11/24/22
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Catholic Daughters of the Americas met for Mass on November 8 at Holy Family Church. This was followed by a meal served by the month’s food committee. During the regular meeting of Court Rose …
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by Diane Weiland
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11/24/22
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The Hawkettes Dance Team will compete at state on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. The team will be competing in Class VII Pom and Class III Jazz. Three dancers, Ava Hanson, Kylie Hoffman, & Addi …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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11/24/22
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LEARNING THE PATTERN -- Assistant librarian Anna Veltri shows participants how to make friendship bracelets at this past Tuesday’s library event. Several pairs of friends were present. Above, …
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11/24/22
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IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS -- Gage Shore could be found placing the new holiday decorations up and down Broadway Street and Main Street this Tuesday. The warmer temperatures …
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11/24/22
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HUNDREDS OF CONTENT GEESE – Over the weekend hundreds and hundreds of geese could be seen near The Shores where the open water bumped up against the ice that had formed during last week’s …
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11/24/22
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(Estherville, Iowa) The Iowa Lakes Community College Music Department held the 32nd Annual Jazz Festival on Thursday, Nov 3, 2022, on the Estherville Campus in the Janice K. Lund Performing Arts …
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11/18/22
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DUCKS UNLIMITED BANQUET -- Two hundred twenty-two people attended the DU Banquet last Friday evening. It is the largest crowd yet for the Palo Alto County Ducks Unlimited chapter. The woman near the …
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11/18/22
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Five Island Lake is of concern to many people this year because of the low water level of the lake. That is not the only concern. There has been unusual activity on the lake this Fall. Citizens have …
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by Diane Weiland
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11/18/22
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BEARING THE COLORS -- The middle school students and high school band members stood to honor the flag as the veterans came across the stage in preparation for the Pledge of Allegiance and the …
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11/18/22
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The Northwest Iowa Concert Band, directed by Rich Nicklay, and the Northwest Iowa Jazz Band, directed by Scott Benjamin, will present their Holiday Concert on Monday, Nov. 21. The concert begins at …
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11/18/22
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SCANDINAVIAN BAKE SALE - (Photo at left) The ladies at Bethany Lutheran were busy in the kitchen last Sunday preparing delicacies for their annual Scandinavian Bake Sale. This year it is scheduled …
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11/18/22
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Jilliann Gabrielle introduced the Oh,JackieO! audience to her Jacqueline Kennedy character with a song, a cigarette and a pour of vodka. Gabrielle performed her original solo musical based on the …
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by Diane Weiland
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11/18/22
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The Monday, November 14 city council meeting brought forth a variety of topics to be considered for approval. Salary adjustments were the result of the finance ordinance and personnel committee …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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11/18/22
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SPOUSES RECEIVE CERTIFICATES -- Activity Director Noke Berger at Lakeside closed out the Veteran’s Day program by presenting certificates of appreciation to the spouses for their …
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11/18/22
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The Veterans Day program’s guest speaker at the VFW, Sergeant First Class Mathew Hatland, reminded the many in attendance that it was a day to honor all branches of the service. He referenced a …
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11/18/22
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IT IS BEAUTIFUL BUT TOO SOON -- Emmetsburg was surprised by Monday’s snow. By noon the snow measured 4 inches in Soper Park where this tall evergreen is located. Numerous vehicle accidents were …
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11/18/22
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Scott Kessler was at the podium for a tribute to Veterans, on Veterans Day. He is the new administrator at Lakeside Lutheran and is willing to assist all of those who work within the senior living …
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by Diane Weiland
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11/18/22
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