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Ann Hanigan is a published author who writes about women and how they started to come into their own. An example of her novel of love, loss and heartache is “The Journey of Karoline …
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By Diane Weiland
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10/1/26
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Fall is here, and the Emmetsburg Chamber of Commerce is inviting the community to celebrate the season with a lineup of events featuring creative scarecrow displays, delicious chocolate treats, and …
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From the Chamber of Commerce
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10/1/26
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Last Wednesday evening Superintendent Cory Jenness welcomed about 24 citizens who were interested in learning more about a new elementary school for the District. Jenness stated that the …
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By Diane Weiland
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10/1/26
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Last week Dave Van Osbree walked into the Newspaper office with an idea for a story. His friend John Foy who grew up in Emmetsburg and graduated from high school here was coming to …
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By Diane Weiland
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9/24/26
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Last week the Emmetsburg Kindergarten class went on a field trip. The youngsters were very surprised when they arrived at Creative Stitches.
Teacher Tami Jensen told her …
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9/24/26
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There’s a new, vibrant pop of color on the wall of The Paw Spa, located at 2207 10th Street in Emmetsburg.
Kelsey Olson, who operates Paint by Kelsey, had to battle some less than favorable …
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By Drew Hansen
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9/17/26
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Homecoming week is right around the corner, especially with the way the year seems to be flying by. And you can’t have Homecoming week in Emmetsburg without the parade that rolls down Broadway …
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By Drew Hansen
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9/17/26
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A handful of weeks ago, Emmetsburg Ford partnered with the Five Island Trail Corporation in their “drive to serve your community” event. Citizens were welcomed to test drive a variety of vehicles …
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By Drew Hansen
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9/17/26
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Fabric stores, not only in our area, but across the nation, are fading out of business due to the higher costs, and of course, the intense online and big-box competition. Historically, people …
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By Jay Schoning
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9/10/26
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IOWA — Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day is returning this October, and Iowa is already off to a great start. Fifty schools across the state have already registered to participate in this …
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9/10/26
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Politics is on almost every citizen’s mind regarding the upcoming elections. Those running for office will continue to make stops in Iowa to introduce themselves and share their …
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By Diane Weiland
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9/10/26
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A few months back, Lily Leyva opened up Ruth and Rubies’ Market on Main Street in Emmetsburg. Now, the business has a new home.
Ruth and Rubies’ has moved into the building that was the …
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By Drew Hansen
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9/3/26
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The parking lot at Palo Alto County Health Systems was a full house last Friday morning. Members of the community gathered in the health education room at the hospital for “One Last Cup with …
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By Drew Hansen
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9/3/26
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For the last week or two there was a large hole in the ground that had been dug out on the west side of Soper Park. On Mondy of this week there was a crew working to open bundles of …
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By Diane Weiland
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9/3/26
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Last Thursday afternoon into the early evening, Harrison Park looked a bit like a car lot. A handful of cars available for test drive, along with a handful of cars that belonged to members of the …
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By Drew Hansen
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8/27/26
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L-R are Addisyn Korleski-MS ELA, Cameron Arnold-High School Science, Bree Puck-4th Grade and Dawson Weir, 5th Grade
Photo by Kari Menefee
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8/27/26
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If you have recently driven down Broadway Street in Emmetsburg, you may have noticed a new addition to Courthouse Square. Right across the street from Pizza Ranch, a new sign has been installed. The …
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By Drew Hansen
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8/27/26
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In partnership, Amazon and Blossoming Creations have teamed up to donate 60 Backpacks to West Elementary School in Emmetsburg. Each backpack contains a lunchbox, activity books, …
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8/20/26
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The Emmetsburg Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a special group travel experience to Ireland in 2027, giving travelers the opportunity to explore the sights, sounds, scenery and culture of …
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8/20/26
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Palo Alto Garden Club Garden of the Month is located at 1805 Union Street. Robert and Barb Williams have lived at this residence since April of 2024. Both Robert and Barb grew up in …
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8/20/26
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Pictured are Ruth Brown (left), Board Member at Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative and Cindy Daum (right) Director of Swaddling Clothes.
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8/13/26
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Palo Alto County Health System employees gathered at Soper Park last Thursday afternoon for an afternoon of food, fun and friendly competition during the organization’s annual company picnic.
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By Drew Hansen
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8/13/26
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Emmetsburg was buzzing with activity Saturday as BestFest brought residents together for a day of shopping, entertainment and family fun at Soper Park and along Broadway Street.
The annual event …
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By Drew Hansen
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8/13/26
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The Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) District Committee recently made a donation to the Palo Alto County Fair, helping support facility improvements and youth recognition efforts that benefit …
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8/6/26
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