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A Reminder For Motorists, Pedestrians & Bicyclists
June 3, 2024
(Spencer)– Officials are reminding motorists to be extra vigilant of pedestrians and bicycles, especially when it comes to kids with schools being out for the summer. Likewise, Spencer Mayor Steve Bomgaars is also encouraging everyone to refrain from riding bicycles on sidewalks in the downtown areas of cities… Officials add it’s also crucial for bicyclists […]
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NWS Confirms Damage In Sheldon Was Caused By A Weak Tornado
June 3, 2024
(Sheldon)– The National Weather Service has confirmed, it WAS a tornado that struck Southwest Wholesale RV and other points in eastern Sheldon on Friday afternoon. The National Weather Service’s preliminary statement about the event says: “A brief tornado touched down near the Crossroads Pavilion Event Center in Sheldon, IA and tracked northwest for just shy […]
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Officials Closely Monitoring Levels Of Iowa Great Lakes
June 3, 2024
(Spirit Lake)– Officials are keeping a close eye on water levels of the Iowa Great Lakes. As of a little before 6:00 am this (Mon.) morning, the Okoboji’s were at 5.56 feet. An emergency 5 mph rule on the Okoboji’s kicks in at 6.2 feet. The most recent highest levels for the Okoboji’s is 6.65 […]
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Another Case Of HPAI Confirmed In NW Iowa
June 3, 2024
(Des Moines)– Governor Reynolds has authorized a Disaster Proclamation for Cherokee County in response to a confirmed case of bird flu in a commercial turkey flock. The proclamation, effective immediately through July 2nd, allows the state to utilize resources for rapid detection, containment, and disposal of the virus. There are no immediate public health concerns, […]
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