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A new digital speed sign on the east edge of Emmetsburg keeps drivers’ speed in check as they enter town westbound. The Digital Speed Sign Initiative began last year with the implementing of …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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10/20/22
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PUMPKIN PAINTING was a popular activity at the Chamber building for the Autumn Spice and Everything Nice event. Artsy Darci led people of all ages through this moment of creativity. Above, Jaxson and …
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10/13/22
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A scholarship dinner will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church in Emmetsburg on Sunday, October 16 from 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Pork loin sandwiches will be served with all the fixings. Free-will …
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10/13/22
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Area seniors are invited to participate in an Aging Well Event in Emmetsburg. The event is set for Tuesday, Nov. 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. “This is an informative and fun conference for all …
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10/13/22
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Palo Alto County Conservation will be serving up Dad’s Belgian Waffles and sausage on Sunday, October 16 at the VFW in Emmetsburg. This annual event is a major fundraiser for the Lost Island …
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10/13/22
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SCARECROW WINNER -- Emerald Oaks’ scarecrow was the winner in the Chamber of Commerce’s annual scarecrow contest. Voting was held last week until Friday. The businesses were very creative …
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10/13/22
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The Autumn Spice and Everything Nice Retail Event last Thursday was a treat for all involved. Businesses and vendors were busy for nearly the whole four hours. People could be seen walking up and …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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10/13/22
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The Palo Alto Branch of the American Association of University Women invites the public to attend a presentation about the history of Title IX. Karen Kedrowski, Professor of Political Science at Iowa …
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by Diane Weiland
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10/13/22
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GOODIES AT THE FARMER’S MARKET -- The farmer’s market season is quickly coming to a close. There are still four more opportunities to purchase items from friends and neighbors at …
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10/13/22
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Around 300 people attended the fourth annual Palo Alto County Zero Suicide Coalition event in Soper Park last Saturday afternoon and evening. There were jumbo inflatables, information tables, food, …
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by Diane Weiland
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10/13/22
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Upper Des Moines Opportunity works to address the effects of poverty on individuals and families within the community. The Kiwanis is a group that lends assistance to Upper Des Moines. Emmetsburg …
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by Diane Weiland
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10/6/22
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The annual 4-H Penny Carnival was held on Sunday, October 2nd, from 3:00-4:30 PM in the Exhibits Building on the Palo Alto County Fairgrounds in Emmetsburg. The beautiful sunny day brought out a nice …
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10/6/22
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E-HAWK FOOTBALL -- Jacob Fiene, Ryan Wirtz, Krayton Rutledge, Jacob Grau-West, Carson Baak, and Braden Geelan sit atop a firetruck for the homecoming parade, throwing out mini footballs and beaded …
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10/6/22
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A soup supper will be served by the First United Methodist Church in Emmetsburg on Sunday, October 9 from 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Chili, chicken noodle soup, and beef vegetable soup will be …
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10/6/22
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NEW SIGNAGE -- New pedestrian crossing signage was put in place at the intersection of Main Street and Call Street on Monday afternoon. Above, Clayton Freeman on the Emmetsburg Public Properties team …
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10/6/22
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Rachel Schany from West Bend received a top national award for her artwork centered around the theme “Where is God in my life when I am struggling?” The award was announced at the 2022 …
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by Diane Weiland
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10/6/22
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FALL COMEDY -- Emmetsburg Main Street Community Theatre is prepared to present ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’ this weekend & next weekend. This play-within-a-play murder mystery is …
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10/6/22
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We have all heard some of Mother Goose’s famous stories. But how much of the story is true? Come learn from the goose herself at the Lost Island Nature Center Halloween Hike! This event is …
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10/6/22
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Today, October 6, from 3:30 - 7:30 p.m., the Autumn Spice & Everything Nice Retail Event will take place in Emmetsburg. This event is sponsored by the Emmetsburg Chamber of Commerce. Retailers …
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10/6/22
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Scott Wirtz of Emmetsburg is now serving as President of the Independent Insurance Agents of Iowa Association. His election was confirmed at the Annual Meeting of the Association during their …
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10/6/22
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The PACHS Behavioral Health Department in Emmetsburg is pleased to welcome Thomas Valles to Emmetsburg Community Schools as a motivational guest speaker and mentor to middle school and high school …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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10/6/22
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SAFETY BUILDING TAKES SHAPE -- Last week right on schedule the construction crew started setting the sidewalls for the Safety Building. Large concrete slabs each weighing around 36,000lbs were lifted …
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10/6/22
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The countryside is looking different these days. The large machinery, dust and sharing the road means that harvest is in full swing. Row crop harvest is peaking along with chopping silage, cutting …
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by Diane Weiland
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10/6/22
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