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The Estherville Parks and Recreation Board discussed launching a youth tackle football program in partnership with the Regional Wellness Center (RWC) during their December meeting Monday night, while …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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12/12/24
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There’s a new bench at Demoney Elementary’s playground. The purpose of the Buddy Bench is to promote inclusivity and empathy in the students. If a student is feeling lonely or …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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12/12/24
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With little assistance available from the Federal Aviation Administration, the Emmet County Planning and Zoning Board at a Wednesday, Dec. 4 work session ironed out regulations for siting windmills …
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By Michael Tidemann
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12/12/24
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When Megan Huntley started working in the kitchen at Good Samaritan Society’s Estherville center 19 years ago, she never imagined she’d one day return as its administrator. But after working her …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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12/12/24
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When Megan Huntley started working in the kitchen at Good Samaritan Society’s Estherville center 19 years ago, she never imagined she’d one day return as its administrator. But after working her …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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12/12/24
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Estherville’s TUBACHRISTMAS event last Thursday drew crowds who enjoyed a soup supper and mild weather. The famous tuba ensemble featured 18 horn players gathered from throughout the area. Laura …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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12/12/24
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At a special meeting Wednesday, Dec. 4, Estherville Lincoln Central superintendent Aiddy Phomvisay submitted his resignation after less than six months on the job.
An …
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By David Swartz - Managing Editor
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12/5/24
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A Nov. 19 news release from the Iowa State Auditor’s office reported 22 findings in a procedures report of fiscal 2023 finances.
Eighteen of the findings were repeated from the previous …
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By Michael Tidemann
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12/5/24
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The Estherville City Council approved changes to the city’s solid waste collection ordinance Monday night as it prepares for the arrival of new automated garbage service equipment in …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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12/5/24
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The Emmet County Board of Supervisors at their Tuesday, Dec. 3 meeting discussed the county Board of Adjustment’s rejection of Red Rock wind farm’s conditional use application the previous …
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By Michael Tidemann
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12/5/24
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In the Emmet County Courthouse third-floor district courtroom, in a drama approaching a murder trial verdict, the Emmet County Board of Adjustment Monday after a public hearing denied a conditional …
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By Michael Tidemann
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12/5/24
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In the Emmet County Courthouse third-floor district courtroom, in a drama approaching a murder trial verdict, the Emmet County Board of Adjustment Monday after a public hearing denied a conditional …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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12/5/24
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It takes many volunteers to make the Community Christmas Project happen each year. What is the Christmas project? It’s an effort sponsored by the Estherville Area Ministerial Association and its …
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12/5/24
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The Iowa Lakes Community College Board of Trustees at their Tuesday, Nov. 19 meeting heard how the college culinary and hospitality management program is preparing the great chefs of tomorrow in our …
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By Michael Tidemann
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11/29/24
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MARSHALLTOWN — In its first trip to state, the Estherville Lincoln Central Esports Team placed fifth in Class 2A last Friday.
Playing at the Orpheum Theater in Marshalltown, ELC opened the …
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By David Swartz - Managing Editor
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11/29/24
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While the details have yet to be ironed out, the Emmet County Board of Supervisors at their Tuesday, Nov. 26 meeting heard what Courthouse office relocation to the NorthStar Bank building could look …
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By Michael Tidemann
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11/29/24
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Emmet County will see a nearly 40 percent in its property and casualty polity next year, the Emmet County Board of Supervisors learned at its Tuesday, Nov. 26 meeting.
Nancy Danielson and Cody …
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By Michael Tidemann
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11/29/24
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Citing the fact that Emmet County Board of Adjustment members are unpaid volunteers, Emmet County Attorney Melanie Summers Bauler at the Tuesday, Nov. 26 Board of Supervisors meeting urged the public …
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By Michael Tidemann
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11/29/24
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An overflow crowd with additional participants on Zoom teleconferencing assembled at the third floor courtroom of the Emmet County Courthouse Wednesday evening, Nov. 20. At 5:30 p.m., Emmet County …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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11/29/24
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For Estherville Lincoln Central residents seeking to weigh in on the school district’s future facility plans, there are still opportunities to make your voice heard.
This past Monday, more than …
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By David Swartz - Managing Editor
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11/29/24
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Tuesday afternoon, the current senior members of National Honor Society: Addison Cornwall, Aiden Diem, Hillary Rucschy, Cara Schiltz, Julissa Smith and Haylee Stokes, inducted 15 new members into the …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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11/29/24
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ARMSTRONG — The Armstrong City Council at its Wednesday, Nov. 13 meeting approved paying up to an additional $20,000 for fill material for the city lagoon berm.
Engineer Jason Petersburg of …
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By Michael Tidemann
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11/21/24
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The city of Estherville’s annual financial report was presented to the council at Monday evening’s meeting. As of the end of the fiscal year on June 30, 2024, the city’s fund balance was …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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11/21/24
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The Estherville Post Office appears to be an old, stately building, but few people in town realize another building stood in its place.
Even fewer may realize that original building still …
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By Michael Tidemann
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11/21/24
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The Emmet County Board of Supervisors at its Wednesday, Nov. 13 meeting heard how Family Crisis Center is helping victims of abuse and assault survive.
John McMahon, who works in agency …
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By Michael Tidemann
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11/21/24
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