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Christmas Leprechauns in Emmetsburg Celebrate 20 Years
If you drive by the Riviera Theatre you will see that the Christmas Leprechauns are listed on the marquee as a movie sponsor. Once …
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12/18/25
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During the week of December 8th, NEW Cooperative, Inc. held it's annual Hams for Hunger event, supporting food pantries across Iowa. This year, Upper Des Moines Opportunity in Palo Alto County was …
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12/18/25
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"Tis the season of giving.
Swaddling Clothes is associated with St. Paul's Lutheran Church and they supply diapers, wipes, toys and clothes for families in need. Co-Director Cindy Daum stated …
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By Drew Hansen
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12/11/25
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Two weekends ago, Santa Claus wasn't able to make it to Emmetsburg due to the foot or so of snow that fell.
Last weekend, Santa arrived in Emmetsburg before the snow began to fall.
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By Drew Hansen
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12/11/25
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A festive crowd lined Broadway Street on Friday night as Emmetsburg’s annual Lighted Christmas Parade lit up the downtown district with sparkling displays, holiday music, and a full dose of …
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By Drew Hansen
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12/11/25
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Every year, the Iowa Emergency Medical Services Association (IEMSA) brings EMS professionals from across the state to Des Moines for three days of education, training, networking, equipment …
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12/4/25
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If you have a talent, you share it with the world.
Lori Flynn has been crocheting as a hobby for about seventeen years, and now she is crocheting for a cause.
“I wanted to give back …
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By Drew Hansen
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12/4/25
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The weather outside was certainly frightening last weekend. Even if you didn’t have a fire, staying inside was a delightful idea.
Palo Alto County, along with most of the rest of Iowa, …
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By Drew Hansen
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12/4/25
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For 15 years Julie Naig put together programs, projects and gave kids opportunities to experience everything from agriculture to County Fair Exhibits. She officially retired two weeks ago. …
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By Diane Weiland
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11/27/25
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From L-R are Dave and Elaine Sidles of the Kiwanis Club and Officer Aaron Steffen.
A $1000 donation from the Emmetsburg Kiwanis Club was presented last Friday morning to the Emmetsburg Police …
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11/27/25
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The 2025 Annual Meeting for the Main Street Community Theatre was held last Friday evening. Members of the public, Board members and those interested in Theatre gathered for the event.
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By Diane Weiland
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11/27/25
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Kayla Hagen, EMA/911 Coordinator has been arranging ALICE Training sessions for the Emmetsburg Schools and the County School Districts. Last week there were ALICE drills at the Emmetsburg High …
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11/20/25
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One of the items you’ll often find on a handful of people’s bucket lists is to see The Northern Lights. Last Tuesday and Wednesday nights, people across the upper Midwest were able to …
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By Drew Hansen
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11/20/25
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Erik Flynn, Emmetsburg High School 7-12 Band Director has provided the following information regarding his students who have been accepted for All-State Band and Choir. He stated that his students …
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11/20/25
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Come help the Lost Island Nature Center deck the halls with your holiday cheer for the Christmas Open House. This merry event will take place on Thursday, December 4th , from 3:00 pm -5:00 pm at the …
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11/20/25
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On October 19, The Duck Stop in Mallard had their final day in business. Just a few days later on October 24, the building was purchased by Pat and Sally Busch.
The couple currently resides in …
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By Drew Hansen
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11/13/25
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The Salute to Veterans on Veteran’s Day consisted of prayer, poetry, choral voices and words from Retired National Guardsman John Cunningham. Emcee for the Tribute was VFW Commander …
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By Diane Weiland
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11/13/25
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The Annual Ducks Unlimited Banquet held last Saturday evening was another success. This was the Palo Alto Sportsmen's 41st Ducks Unlimited Banquet. The event was held at the Wild Rose Casino and …
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By Diane Weiland
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11/13/25
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The Knights of Columbus donated the funds they raised from their Tootsie Roll Drive to Horizons Unlimited. They all gathered at Flanagan's in Emmetsburg last Tuesday for bowling and lunch.
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11/9/25
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The Mark and Carol Schuller Memorial Scholarship Fund, held with the Palo Alto County Community Foundation, announced its 2025 scholarship is awarded to Kasey Sandbulte.
Sandbulte is the Chief …
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11/6/25
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This weekend there will be two chances to see CLUE-On-Stage at the Dave and Kelley Fog Auditorium, presented by the students from Emmetsburg High School.
This play will be Director Deborah …
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By Drew Hansen
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11/6/25
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Last Thursday DNR Staff members reported to the Five Island Lake Association the various projects they have been doing and/or are on the list to enhance Five Island Lake’s water …
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10/31/25
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(Graettinger, IA)-October 24, 2025-Nearly 200 Upper Des Moines Opportunity, Inc. (UDMO) team members came together for a comprehensive All-Staff Inservice event recently, focused on organization wide …
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10/30/25
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The Bond Issue for a new elementary school in Emmetsburg will be decided by voters on November 4 th . Since the Bond has not received the required number of yes votes, this will be an …
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10/30/25
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Emmetsburg - October 31st at 5-7pm
Cylinder -October 31st at 5-7pm
Mallard -Truck or Treat October 30th 5-7pm
PARC Hall -October 31st 4-5pm
Emerald Oaks -October 31st 5-7pm
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10/29/25
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