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Student Fires Cap Gun, Causing Tense Moments Friday At JCC Middle School

April 5, 2025

(Lakefield, Mn.)– There were some tense moments today (Friday) when a student fired a cap gun at the Jackson County Central Middle School. Cap guns do not fire projectiles but do make loud popping sounds when discharged. In a statement to parents, Superintendent Barry Schmidt says the student responsible will face disciplinary action, adding it […]

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4-Year-Old Critically Injured In A House Fire In Spencer

April 5, 2025

(Spencer)– A four-year-old boy was critically injured in a house fire today (Fri.) in Spencer. A press release from Spencer Fire-Rescue says crews were called to 101 DeLoss Court around 9:30 am and upon arriving found heavy fire coming from the front of the residence. They also learned a child was missing. Some bystanders attempted […]

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Reins Of Hope Holding A Fundraiser This Weekend

April 4, 2025

(Spirit Lake)– Reins of Hope of Spencer will be hosting a bingo fundraiser on Saturday at the Spirit Lake VFW. Charlene Ackerman, the Vice President of Reins of Hope, says they offer special equine assisted activities to disabled youth in the region… Ackerman adds they’re accepting applications for their spring session… The bingo fundraiser is […]

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Dickinson County Regional Collection Center Has Free Compost & Woodchips Available

April 4, 2025

(Milford)– The Dickinson County Conservation Board has a little something for you if you’re looking to get a jumpstart on your garden and landscaping this spring. Charles Vigdahl operates the Dickinson County Regional Collection Center just east of Milford on County Road A-34… He says they also have plenty of woodchips available right now… And, […]

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A Local Retailer Doing Is Doing It’s Part To Help A Local Pet Adoption Agency

April 4, 2025

(Spencer) Menards is holding their annual pet drive now through the end of May. Jacob Bark, the store manager of the Spencer location says they are excited for this event… “We always have an annual pet drive. I can’t even say for sure how long its been going but at least the last 10 years […]

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