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Updates, recommendations for Five Island Lake and information about a Wetlands Coordinator were topics of conversation at The Shores last Wednesday evening. The meeting, put together by the Five …
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by Diane Weiland
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6/17/22
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OLAF THE SNOWMAN -- Disney FROZEN Kids premiered this past weekend at Emmetsburg Main Street Community Theatre. Olaf, pictured above with the summer chorus, is the outgoing snowman in Frozen. He …
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6/17/22
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In less than an hour, the Palo Alto County Supervisors conducted their meeting on Monday of this week. A change from the usual weekly meeting occurred because of the Primary Election on Tuesday. …
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by Diane Weiland
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6/17/22
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The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 was signed into law on March 11, 2021. It was a $1.9 trillion package aimed at addressing the impact of COVID 19 on the economy, public health, state and local …
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by Diane Weiland
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6/17/22
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DOING THEIR PART -- Nothing says summer like fishing on the T-Dock. These young anglers were having a great time catching yellow bass on Monday morning. They were quick to point out that the yellow …
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6/17/22
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Currans Plumbing and Heating has been a family endeavor since 2000. That is when Marty Currans recognized the reality of farming which provided a paycheck once a year. He wanted something more …
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by Diane Weiland
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6/17/22
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On Tuesday, RAGBRAI organizers and some local bicyclists rode the route from Pocahontas to Emmetsburg. They were on a mission to look for anything that would hinder riders as they head to Emmetsburg. …
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by Diane Weiland
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6/17/22
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All ballots for the primary voting in Palo Alto County were counted and released for publication by 9:15p.m. Tuesday. Auditor Carmen Moser stated that 14% of eligible voters cast a ballot. …
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Diane Weiland
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6/17/22
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WILLIE WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY -- This musical fantasy film came to life last Thursday at the Emmetsburg Public Library. To encourage kids to read during the summer the Library introduced the …
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6/3/22
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The 21st Street Group Home in Emmetsburg has a new addition.In memory of Jimmy Frederick, the Frederick family designed, donated and installed a patio last week. It is on the north side of the …
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Diane Weiland
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6/3/22
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Collin Klingbeil, engineer for Jacobsen-Westergard presented the Board with quotes for the DD 162 Extension project. Six quotes were received. The lowest competitive bid came from Reutzel Excavating, …
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Diane Weiland
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6/3/22
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REHEARSING IS FUN -- These young theater performers have been busy learning their lines, learning where to stand on stage, and practicing the songs they will sing for the Disney FROZEN Kids …
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6/3/22
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PLAINS AREA MENTAL HEALTH -- During National Mental Health Week, Plains Area Mental Health in Emmetsburg had their official Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting last Friday. The facility has been …
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6/3/22
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CATTLEMEN SCHOLARSHIPS -- Three graduating seniors were honored by the Palo Alto County Cattlemen with $500 scholarships. The winners were at the Cattlemen’s annual beef barbecue lunch at the …
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6/3/22
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Indoor Memorial Day Services were held Monday morning at the VFW Post 2295 in Emmetsburg. The 80 plus members of the audience honored and remembered those who have died in active military service. …
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Diane Weiland
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6/3/22
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The City of Emmetsburg has been announced as a recipient of a $300,000 Downtown Housing Grant. This grant is among nearly $20 million in funding announced by Governor Reynolds for downtown housing …
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5/26/22
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At 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 2, the famous folk-duo Hungrytown will be performing at the Emmetsburg Public Library to kick off the Adult Summer Reading Program. Over the past 15 years, Rebecca Hall …
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5/26/22
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The Emmetsburg Public Library has an exciting line-up of events and programs starting on June 1! All of the programs listed below will count towards Summer Reading Goals and prizes! June 1 is the …
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5/26/22
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Emmetsburg wrestling camps will be held on July 5, 6, and 7 free of charge at Little E-Hawk Wrestling Club with a youth, girls, and high school session each day.The 1st through 6th grade class will …
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Natalie Henriksen
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5/26/22
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The May 23 city council meeting brought about exciting topics for the community to look forward to in upcoming months.Gretchen Reichter was present to answer any questions as the council approved …
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Natalie Henriksen
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5/26/22
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Local RAGBRAI committees met Tuesday for two purposes. One was to determine signage needed for RAGBRAI. The second item centered around one hundred questions from the state RAGBRAI committee. It is a …
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Diane Weiland
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5/26/22
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The monthly meeting of the VFW Auxiliary was conducted by President LouAnn Huberty on May 17 at 5:30p.m. The Charter was draped for deceased member, Kay Kibbie. There was discussion concerning the …
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Diane Weiland
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5/26/22
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Communities throughout the county will commemorate those who have given the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country on Memorial Day. Times and locations for these observances on Monday, May 30 …
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Diane Weiland
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5/26/22
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SPRING CLEANING -- City employees lead by example and give of their time each year to volunteer during Clean-Up Day. Last Thursday, the city employees removed trash and spruced up parks, alleys and …
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5/26/22
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