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On January 21st of 2016, Drew Becker, two-year-old son of Josh Becker of Emmetsburg and Heidi Becker of Ames, was diagnosed with Stage IV High Risk Neuroblastoma.
Heidi has written her memoir …
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By Drew Hansen
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4/16/26
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At the end of March, the Iowa Environmental Council and the Harkin Institute for Public Policy released a report on environmental risk factors and Iowa’s Cancer crisis.
The report stated …
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4/9/26
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Last Friday around 11:15 a.m., Pony Express riders, horse trailers and support vehicles could be seen at the west edge of Emmetsburg. Led by those on horses the trailers and other vehicles …
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By Diane Weiland
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4/9/26
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Before the construction, the cement layer of the wall was beginning to wear down and crack
New windows, siding, steps and a new door were installed during the …
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4/9/26
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On Monday of this week, Ahead of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced this year’s Small Business Persons of the Year winners from the 50 states, the …
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By Diane Weiland
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4/2/26
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Emmetsburg’s latest author is now talking about his book. Brian Rooney (Rooney’s Auto) has released copies of the book he has written entitled, Protecting Outcomes.
When asked …
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By Diane Weiland
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4/2/26
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Just a few months back, the building at 2001 Main Street in Emmetsburg was home to Edgewater BBQ. As one business that served delicious food closed down, a new one has moved in.
Rachel and Dylan …
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By Drew Hansen
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4/2/26
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Busch’s Duck Stop Tavern had its’ soft opening on March 7, and Sally Busch explained she was lucky to have some of my closest friends and family jump in to help get everything rolling. “It gave …
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By Drew Hansen
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3/26/26
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The Palo Alto County Iowa Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW), along with the library, invited Myrna Johnston, Executive Director of Iowa Public Radio (IPR) to Emmetsburg …
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By Diane Weiland
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3/26/26
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You may have noticed a number of trees around Emmetsburg marked with a white x. At the most recent City Council meeting, the council approved a right-of-way tree removal order.
“We have …
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By Drew Hansen
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3/26/26
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Five hundred pounds of ground pork was packaged and delivered to four different local food pantries.
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3/19/26
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So much for all of the favorable weather we’ve been having lately.
Early on Sunday morning, a blizzard that would last the remainder of the day, struck Palo Alto County.
Before the snow …
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By Drew Hansen
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3/19/26
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Green was the color of the day as residents and visitors gathered in Emmetsburg to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a full slate of festivities throughout the community.
The annual celebration …
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By Drew Hansen
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3/19/26
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Last Friday evening the PACGDC Grant Cycle Awards Ceremony was held at the Wild Rose Casino’s Banquet Room. Every seat was filled with representatives from organizations, cities, non-profits …
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By Diane Weiland
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3/12/26
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St. Patrick’s Junior Miss and Miss Shamrock Pageant drew a large crowd at the High School Auditorium on Monday evening of this week. Each of the contestants entertained the audience with …
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By Diane Weiland
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3/12/26
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Therese Geelan is the 2026 Grand Marshall
Last Thursday evening, a family started to fill a table at The Shores. After beverages arrived and food was ordered, …
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By Diane Weiland
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3/12/26
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The following is a listing of all the St. Patrick’s, Association’s Calendar of events for the 2026 Celebration. This year’s events start on Monday, March 9 with the Jr. Miss …
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3/5/26
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At the end of last week, the Emmetsburg Library hosted a kids Library Olympics. When the youngsters were dropped off from the bus in the early afternoon it took them a few minutes to figure …
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By Diane Weiland
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3/5/26
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There’s a new face walking the halls of Palo Alto County Health Systems in Emmetsburg.
Blake Pederson has joined PACHS as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practicioner.
Blake earned his …
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By Drew Hansen
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3/5/26
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Ruth and Rubie's Market is located at 2104 Main Street and is open from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday. On Saturday, the shop is open from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Pallet O'Plenty is …
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2/26/26
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The annual Auction Fest fundraiser is almost here. This Thursday, February 26 is the last day to RSVP for the event scheduled for Saturday, March 21 at the Wild Rose Casino. On the …
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2/26/26
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The Shores was the venue for this year’s event and the tables were full last Friday evening. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Christy Willmore welcomed all those present. She …
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By Diane Weiland
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2/26/26
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Together We Rise is a newly formed nonprofit organization in Palo Alto County dedicated to strengthening community connections while investing in the future of local students through educational …
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2/19/26
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Support for Iowa Lakes Community College and its baseball team has extended throughout and far beyond northwest Iowa in the week since a bus crash claimed the life of 19-year-old Carter "Tater" …
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By Amy Peterson
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2/19/26
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A new retail shop is adding fresh variety to downtown Emmetsburg.
Pallets O'Plenty officially celebrated it's grand opening recently, welcoming community members to browse a wide selection of …
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By Drew Hansen
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2/19/26
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