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A lone bid by Steffes Construction of Milford exceeded the $1.2 million estimate for the Courthouse west addition by over $600,000, coming in at $1,815,466.11 in a bid opening 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 5 …
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By Michael Tidemann
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3/7/24
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The Emmet County Board of Supervisors at their Tuesday, March 5 board meeting recognized 11 county employees for their 10 years or more of service.
Those recognized included Sheriff Mike Martens, …
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By Michael Tidemann
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3/7/24
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The Estherville city council met Monday evening. City code enforcement officer Greg Van Langen said he would like to see changes in Estherville city code for commercial building standards. …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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3/7/24
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Throughout last month, volunteers and advocates around the state of Iowa turned in their data for the Iowa Complete Count. Pat Schacherer, HMIS Director for Iowa Community Alliances, is a leader of …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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3/7/24
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Editor’s note: This is the first article in our reporting on the status of women and girls in the Emmet County area and beyond. Today, we look at girls through the lens of Girl Scouting as March 13 …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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3/7/24
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3/7/24
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The Estherville Lincoln Central school board is seeking input from the public in the search for a new superintendent. The school board has sought the assistance in their search for a new …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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3/7/24
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If the countryside looks dry right now, you’re right. Emmet County Emergency Management Director Travis Sheridan told the Board of Supervisors at its Tuesday, March 5 meeting that a burn ban could …
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By Michael Tidemann
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3/7/24
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The no-smoking policy on Emmet County Courthouse grounds has no provision for a smoking area on county property, the Emmet County Board of Supervisors learned at its Tuesday, Feb. 27 …
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By Michael Tidemann
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2/29/24
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Deb Herzberg, President and CEO of Avera Holy Family Hospital in Estherville, Iowa, has announced plans to retire after a 47-year career in health care and leadership, as of Oct. 2, 2024.
Herzberg …
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2/29/24
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Editor’s note: This is the first of a three-part series about adoption in Iowa, focusing on Emmet County. This first part focuses on adoption from foster care and the role of methamphetamine in the …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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2/29/24
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RINGSTED —The Ringsted Community Improvement Organization discussed lots of major projects at their meeting Sunday, Feb. 25 at the Smoke ‘N Firehouse No. 20 in Ringsted.
First off the group …
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By Michael Tidemann
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2/29/24
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The first-ever Estherville FFA Pep Rally last Thursday was part of a week-long celebration of National FFA Week at Estherville Lincoln Central High School.
The start of the pep rally featured a …
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By David Swartz - Managing Editor
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2/29/24
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At a special meeting Tuesday, the Estherville Lincoln Central School Board agreed to contract with Grundmeyer Leaders Services to help in its superintendent search.
The superintendent search firm …
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By David Swartz - Managing Editor
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2/22/24
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At Monday evening’s 21-minute council meeting, the Estherville Police Department reported the resignation of Cory Danner as of Jan. 8, 2024. Danner served on the EPD for 15 years as a full time …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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2/22/24
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Dr. Julie Dodds and staff of Centers for Specialty Care cut the ribbon on their new location in Estherville last week.
An Iowa native, Dr. Dodds said she’s happy to spend each Monday afternoon …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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2/22/24
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The Estherville FFA Agricultural Learning Center has a roof and the walls will be up soon.
According to FFA Advisor Matt Schroeder, construction is still on schedule with plans for a grand opening …
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By David Swartz - Managing Editor
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2/22/24
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Collaboration broadens educational opportunities for employees and their eligible family members
Storm Lake – Buena Vista University (BVU) and the Estherville Lincoln Central Community School …
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2/22/24
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ARMSTRONG — The Armstrong City Council at its Tuesday, Feb. 13 meeting heard of the impact of House File 718 on local governments.
Emmet County Supervisor Lisa Hansen informed the council of …
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By Michael Tidemann
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2/22/24
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The Iowa Lakes Community College Board of Trustees at its Tuesday, Feb. 20 meeting congratulated the men’s soccer team on winning the college’s first national title, an event that took place Nov. …
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By Michael Tidemann
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2/22/24
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RINGSTED — Emmet County Supervisor Lisa Hansen made two requests to the Ringsted City Council at its Monday, Feb. 12 meeting – prompt submission of the city’s proposed budget and help to meet …
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By Michael Tidemann
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2/15/24
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by Amy H. Peterson
apeterson@esthervillenews.net
After last year’s award of Newspaper of Excellence, the Estherville News moved up one level in competition class to Class III, the highest …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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2/15/24
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The meaning of living paycheck to paycheck could change for Emmet County employees, pending a decision by the Emmet County Board of Supervisors on whether employees should continue to be paid once a …
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By Michael Tidemann
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2/15/24
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Two workers from local hospice companies recently spoke with Estherville Rotary.
Cari Jack of St. Croix Hospice asked members of Estherville Rotary to spread the word that a choice to go into …
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By Amy H. Peterson - Staff Writer
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2/15/24
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