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2/1/24
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The Palo Alto County Courthouse was closed on Monday so that all of the employees and elected officials could take part in ALICE training. The emergency preparedness program is being taught in …
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By Diane Weiland
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1/25/24
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On Saturday, January 27 a benefit to assist Abelardo (AJ) Salas Jr. will be held at the VFW in Emmetsburg.
AJ was in an accident on October 1 of last year. He was told by his doctor …
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1/25/24
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The public is invited to attend a coffee in honor of Peter Hart’s 39 years of service as Palo Alto County Attorney.
The Coffee has been scheduled for Wednesday, January 31 from …
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1/25/24
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Last Friday a notice from Bolton & Menk announced that Lake Street would open to local traffic on Saturday, October 28. It was stated as follows, "If you are a resident, you may now access your …
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11/2/23
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Beautiful Christmas decor and gifts were on display at the annual PACH's Auxiliary shopping excusion Monday and Tuesday of this week. The Gift Shop offered Fall items …
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11/2/23
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The Sewcial Group that has formed at Clover Cottage is using the talents of 30 people who sew to serve others. Recently just under 200 9”x9” Halloween bags with two handles were delivered …
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11/2/23
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State Representative John Wills and State Senator David Rowley visited Hughes Healthmart Pharmacy in Emmetsburg on Thursday October 19. They were given a tour of the pharmacy operation which …
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10/26/23
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The National Weather Service, Iowa Homeland Security, and emergency management agenciesaround Iowa have designated November 9, 2023 as Winter Weather Awareness Day in Iowa.
Andrew Ansorge, …
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10/26/23
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The 64 th West Palo Alto Community Fund Drive is scheduled to begin November 1, 2023 and continue through November 22, 2023. This annual fund drive gives the community the opportunity to help …
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10/26/23
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Nothing says farming more than neighbors and friends coming together to harvest for one who has passed away. On Monday of this week the corn fields of Richard (Dick) Thiel were being harvested. Five …
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By Diane Weiland
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10/19/23
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Dad’s Belgian Waffle Breakfast held last Sunday broke a record for Conservation’s annual Fundraiser. The number of breakfasts served totaled 370. Nature Center Assistant Shannon Pascual …
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10/19/23
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The Class of 1963 held its 60th reunion the weekend of September 29 and 30, 2023. Class members met Friday evening at Pizza Ranch and began to reminisce about their school days. The Shores at Five …
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10/12/23
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Two Chamber of Commerce Autumn events were held last week. Each was a hit with participants. Twenty-eight scarecrows started showing up throughout the community by the end of September. A total of 28 …
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10/12/23
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Photo by Diane Weiland
FIREFIGHTER GEAR – Fire Fighter Mark Evans has his audience attention as he puts on and explains the gear needed when fire fighters have to go into a burning …
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10/12/23
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Iowa’s First Fall Color Report for 2023 Fall colors are starting to tinge the forest canopy. The DNR is excited to share the first HYPERLINK …
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10/5/23
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Photo by Diane Weiland
The FIT Trail expansion is ready for public use. The path has spectacular views of the lake and shore terrain. The project is a recreational trail that has a …
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10/5/23
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The traditions associated with a high school homecoming were on full display last week at Emmetsburg High School.
It started on Monday when drivers, bicyclers and walkers were treated to some …
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By Diane Weiland
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10/5/23
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Photo by Drew Hansen
Scarecrow Stroll and Contest-The Chamber has invited the community to build scarecrows for the Scarecrow Stroll and Contest. Voting begins September 29th and is open through …
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9/28/23
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If anyone looked online last weekend, there was a plethora of kudos directed at the Main Street Community Theatre’s new production, The 39 Steps. Those who attended one of …
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By Diane Weiland
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9/28/23
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Photo by Diane Weiland
HONORING HEROES – The Emmetsburg Catholic School held their annual Honoring Heroes Day on Tuesday. Area police, fire fighters and the Sheriff’s …
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9/28/23
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On Sunday, Sept. 17th, 16 bikers pedaled for a cure in our annual Pedal with Pete Bike Ridefor Cerebral Palsy, sponsored by the 4-H County Council. It was a beautiful fall day for a bikeride and all …
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9/21/23
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This year’s Athletic Booster Club’s Golf Tournament drew 15 4-person teams. The tournament got underway Sunday afternoon at 1p.m. Prizes were part of the event. Not …
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By Diane Weiland
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9/21/23
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Last week there was news in Emmetsburg that Joel Kibbie had taken first and second place in the giant pumpkin contest at the Clay County Fair. The top winner weighed 725lbs. The second- …
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By Diane Weiland
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9/21/23
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The Emmetsburg Catholic School’s annual AuctionFest is over 200 days away. Already the committee has formed and a new site has been selected. For the …
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By Diane Weiland
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9/14/23
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