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Emmetsburg once again has a Postmaster. As of Tuesday morning, Cynthia Jones will now serve the community. She was installed during a small ceremony that included family and friends. Wendy Berg, …
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by Diane Weiland
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3/23/23
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Congratulations AGP Employees: AGP just purchased $15,600 in Chamber bucks as a safety award for their local employees. The Chamber appreciates AGP’s continued support for our …
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3/23/23
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Emmetsburg Main Street Community Theatre will present “Foxfire” starting this weekend at the Dinges VanOosbree Performing Arts Center at 2206 19th Street in Emmetsburg. General admission …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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3/23/23
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At Tuesday’s noon meeting at the Pizza Ranch, Greg Hoyman was celebrated for his 50 years of membership and service of Emmetsburg Rotary Club. He recalled some of the differences between club …
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3/23/23
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On Friday, March 24 at 7 p.m., The Looney Lutherans will give a show at the EHS Auditorium. The Looney Lutherans and the Emmetsburg Band Boosters invite you to join them for a hilarious round-up, and …
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3/23/23
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Emmetsburg’s 2023 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration was a chilly one, just barely reaching 20 degrees last Saturday. The bitter cold wind told parade-goers it was time to bundle up in coats, …
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by Diane Weiland
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3/23/23
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This year’s O’Round the Loch Run was cold and blustery to say the least. However, despite the weather, 70 people braved the cold out of the 128 who registered to participate in the Iowa …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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3/23/23
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FRAMED FOR THE AGES -- Following the pedal pull, these three young people used a photo frame to commemorate their experience at the St. Pat’s pedal pull. -- submitted photo
MOM TAKES PART …
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3/23/23
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IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY -- Lillian Holm was crowned 2023 Miss Shamrock on Sunday at the St. Patrick’s Junior Miss and Miss Shamrock Pageant held in the Emmetsburg High School auditorium. Lillian …
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3/16/23
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2023 ROYALTY -- In back L-R are Miss Shamrock Lillian Holm and Irish Miss Addison Hansen. In front L-R are Little Miss Shamrock Vivienne Olesen and Little Lassie Ryleigh Fay. All competitors …
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3/16/23
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People were excited to gather for the 2023 Palo Alto County Cattlemen’s Association Annual Meeting and Banquet last Wednesday. With approximately 335 people in attendance, the Emmetsburg VFW …
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by Katie Nelson
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3/16/23
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Sometimes finding a career takes an unexpected turn that results in a very rewarding future. In 1993, a friend of Pam Meyer’s neighbor let it be known that Dr. Dan Welsch wanted to hire an …
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by Diane Weiland
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3/16/23
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Don’t ask what the Center can do for you. Ask what you can do for the Center. That saying hangs on the wall of the Multipurpose Center located at 2008 11th Street. The manager and cook Connie …
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by Diane Weiland
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3/16/23
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IRISH DANCERS OF EMMETSBURG -- The Irish Dancers gave a spirited performance at the Emmetsburg High School auditorium Sunday, March 12 to start the 2023 Miss Shamrock Pageant off strong. In no …
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3/16/23
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Baby Boy CollinCollin Luke Wirtz arrived at 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at Palo Alto County Hospital Birth Center. He weighed 7 pounds 13 ounces and measured 21.5 inches long. Baby Collin is …
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3/16/23
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FINDING ACORNS IN THE SNOW -- Squirrels seem to be successful at finding the acorns in the snow no matter how deep the snow or how cold it is. This squirrel carried the acorn up the tree onto the …
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3/16/23
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The St. Pat’s Association has completed their planning for the 2023 event. By the end f the week set up will take place and everything will be ready to host the masses that will attend the …
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by Diane Weiland
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3/16/23
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Pulled Pork Madness has returned for a sixth year. The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) competition follows a bracket-style narrowing process similar to the NCAA Tournament. The …
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3/16/23
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TRUMPETER SWANS VISITING FIVE ISLAND LAKE – Nine swans were spotted in the aerated waters near The Shores on Monday afternoon. They preferred the water as opposed to the ice. Swans usually …
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3/16/23
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The young ladies of the area displayed poise and character at the annual pageant that kicked off the 2023 St. Patrick’s Celebration festivities on Sunday, March 12. Miss Shamrock Contestants …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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3/16/23
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USHER INTERVIEW -- Master of ceremonies, Kevin Tlam, interviewed ushers Carson Hoffman (at middle) and Ben Saxton (at right), both seniors at Emmetsburg High School, during the pageant. The …
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3/16/23
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STRAWBERRY TOUR VISIT FROM THE FRUIT TRUCK -- Sherry Fonder with The Fruit Truck came to Ag Partners last Thursday afternoon to sell fruit. Within the half an hour window, several customers came to …
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3/16/23
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The 43rd annual O’Round the Loch Run will be held on Saturday, March 18 starting at the Arthur and Audrey Smith Wellness Center in Emmetsburg. As time has gone on, more streamlined processes …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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3/16/23
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The annual Clover Kids Lock-In held on Friday evening, March 10 was a big success. Forty-two Clover Kids from Palo Alto County participated in this event. The event took place at the Smith Wellness …
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3/16/23
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