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New data reveals troubling patterns in cancer rates across Emmet County, but statewide trends defy simple explanations. The numbers tell a stark story that defies easy answers. Emmet County ranks …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/24/25
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Jessica Garrison Chung of West Hartford, Connecticut is on her ninth RAGBRAI driving the support RV for her dad, Les Garrison, 71, retired U.S. Marine Corps, of Arlington, Virginia. Les is a Sioux …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/24/25
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Hanna Paulson was named Emmet County Fair Queen and Ella Regelstad as Princess to kick off the Emmet County Fair on Tuesday night. Hanna attends ELC High School and participates in a variety of …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/24/25
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by Amy H. Peterson
apeterson@ esthervillenews.net
Monday was RAGBRAI in Estherville, and our staff picked up on some great info, succulent stories, and amusing anecdotes.
Several residents …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/24/25
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The Emmet County Community Foundation (ECCF) held its grant awards celebration at the VFW Hall in Estherville on July 8, announcing the distribution of $159,175.41 to 21 projects of organizations …
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By David Swartz - Managing Editor
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7/17/25
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The Emmet County supervisors addressed questions about public participation during Tuesday evening’s wind energy ordinance work session during Tuesday’s regular meeting. Norma Beaver asked …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/17/25
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Four young women from across Emmet County will compete Tuesday evening for Emmet County Fair Queen. Candidates are Cassandra Harvey, Taylor Larsen, Hanna Paulson, and Ella Regelstad.
The Tuesday …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/17/25
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Monday evening’s Parks & Rec board meeting included RAGBRAI preparations, swimming pool operations, and playground safety at center stage.
Hours of showers
With the Register’s Annual …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/17/25
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First-year Estherville Lincoln Central superintendent Andy Armstead took part in his first monthly regular school board meeting Monday.
Key issues included updating school policy to meet new state …
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By David Swartz - Managing Editor
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7/17/25
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Monday morning, July 21, approximately 20,000 RAGBRAI riders and support people will ride and roll into Estherville after leaving Milford, circling the Lakes, taking a small tour into Minnesota, and …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/17/25
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Monday morning, July 21, approximately 20,000 RAGBRAI riders and support people will ride and roll into Estherville after leaving Milford, circling the Lakes, taking a small tour into Minnesota, and …
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7/17/25
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Clay, Dickinson, and Emmet counties seek 12-month extension for $1.3 million in flood repairs as Trump administration threatens to eliminate FEMA
Representatives from three northwest Iowa …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/10/25
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Emmet County supervisors heard passionate testimony during a public hearing Monday evening at Iowa Lakes Community College on a proposed wind energy ordinance. The ordinance as written could …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/10/25
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City administrator Penny Clayton delivered a few logistical updates relating to RAGBRAI, the annual great bike ride that’s coming to Estherville July 21. First, solid waste customers whose pickup …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/10/25
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In a quiet ceremony in the Honor Room at the VFW, Estherville mayor Kenny Billings signed a proclamation Tuesday declaring July 16 as National Atomic Veterans Day. This makes Estherville among the …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/10/25
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Emmet County residents will have a full month of August celebrations, including the Gruver Quasquicentennial Friday and Saturday Aug. 15-16.
Despite its population of 63, according to the 2020 …
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By Michael Tidemann
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7/4/25
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With just a little over a month remaining, the Ringsted Community Improvement Organization at its Sunday, June 29 meeting discussed Danish Days that will be held Friday through Sunday, Aug. 8-10 in …
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By Michael Tidemann
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7/3/25
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Library Square sprang to life another Thursday evening last week with returning and new vendors offering their products. The Emmet County Wellness Coalition also held a family summer safety event, …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/3/25
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ARMSTRONG — For area residents not traveling on the Fourth of July holiday, there’s always the annual Armstrong celebration to attend.
The eastern Emmet County town has a variety of events for …
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By David Swartz - Managing Editor
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7/3/25
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Iowa gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand visited Estherville to outline a vision for rural development, education, the economy and more. Sand brought his campaign to Estherville Monday evening, hosting …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/3/25
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The math is staggering: families with 3 to 4 kids end up paying between $27,636 to $38,016 for child care every year in Iowa—roughly equivalent to tuition at the University of Iowa. For many …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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7/3/25
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Emmet County Assessor Barb Bohm was honored for her 34 years of service to Emmet County by the Emmet County Board of Supervisors at its Tuesday, July 1 meeting. Board Vice-Chair Tim Schumacher …
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By Michael Tidemann
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7/3/25
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This Fourth of July, Estherville will celebrate its 76th annual Flight Breakfast at the Estherville Airport. The event will feature a bounce house, face painting, the Northwest Iowa Jazz Band, and a …
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By David Swartz - Managing Editor
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7/2/25
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The Ringsted City Council at a Wednesday, June 18 meeting approved additional street work by Bargen Construction of Mountain Lake, Minn.
City Clerk Sommer Nielsen said the company had done skin …
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By Michael Tidemann
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6/26/25
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With several supervisors citing a desire of continuity for clients, the Emmet County Board of Supervisors at its Tuesday, June 24 meeting agreed to retain Abby Wallin as Emmet County mental-health …
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By Michael Tidemann
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6/26/25
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