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Wallingford fundraiser benefits town’s emergency services
WALLINGFORD — The Wallingford Community Fire Department Annual Fundraiser is this Saturday and gives area residents a chance to support the small town’s emergency services. Held at the fire … more
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Emmet, Palo Alto counties escape Emerald Ash Borer for now
Emmet and Palo Alto Counties are the last two in Iowa without an identified case of Emerald Ash Borer. The Iowa Dept. of Agriculture announced last week that the beetle was confirmed in Remsen, … more
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The Emmet County Supervisors received a request this week to move the Fort Defiance monument in front of the law enforcement center to Memorial Park, located on the northeast corner of Central Avenue and 18th Street in Estherville. One plaque on the monument reads, “To the memory of the pioneers of Emmet County, Iowa, and in honor of the patriotic soldiers who endured hardships that future generations might enjoy the blessings of civilization. This monument was erected through the efforts of Okamanpada Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution - 1911.” A second plaque lists the dates of 1860 and 1911 and says, “Fort Defiance - erected on block 59 original plat of Estherville, Iowa, by Company A Northern Border Brigade for the protection of settlers against marauding Indians.”
Supervisors discuss county building projects
The Emmet County Board of Supervisors at its Tuesday, June 13 meeting discussed impending county building projects. Auditor Amy Sathoff said if a contract is awarded as planned, construction will … more
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Chuck Nourse, 93, and Don Bisgaard, 89, of Estherville recently returned from the Brushy Creek Honor Flight. The two were among eight veterans from Emmet County who traveled last month to Washington, DC as part of the flight. Here, they hold their certificates honoring them for their service and participation in the flight during a talk with the Estherville News at Bisgaard’s home. The Estherville News would be honored to interview the other six veterans from this year’s honor flight as well as any others from recent years we haven’t been able to interview yet, or veteran’s stories in general. Contact the Estherville News at 712-362-2622 or apeterson@esthervillenews.net.
Two veterans share honor flight stories
Chuck Nourse of Estherville turned 93 on Brushy Creek Honor Flight number 23. Well wishers sang Happy Birthday as he joined the other Honor Flight veterans as they traveled through Dulles Airport in … more
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Apartment fire case closed
The Iowa State Fire Marshal’s Office has issued its conclusion in the apartment fire that occurred in Estherville April 10. Special Agent Andrew Giere told the Estherville News the fire originated … more
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Hang ups at the hangar
Karen Russell and Steve Erickson of the Estherville Airport Commission addressed the Estherville city council at Monday’s meeting. The events surrounding a tenant at the hangar revealed the … more
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Matt Watt points out new windows on a presentation about his new CrossFit facility coming to Estherville in August.
CrossFit coming to Estherville
Matt Watt, son of Steve and Pat, husband to Ricca (Soper) Watt, dad to two daughters, is returning from Omaha to open E’ville CrossFit gym in what was most recently Eventful on 1st Ave. South in … more
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Supervisors approve revolving loan fund request for daycare
The Emmet County Board of Supervisors at its Tuesday, June 6 meeting approved an $18,500 revolving loan request to keep a daycare running in Estherville. Michelle Howing, Emmet County Attorney … more
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New fireworks ordinance effective for 2023 holiday
Skies and neighborhoods may be a bit less lit and loud during this summer’s celebrations. At Monday evening’s Estherville city council meeting, the council passed a new ordinance that governs … more
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Dawson Sifrit, left, walks with his aunt, McKenzie Peta, right, along with fellow Survivor Kate Van Cleave, in purple, and Kate’s grandmother Teresa Hoffman, as they led the survivor’s lap.
Relay raises over $40,000
Three survivors of leukemia told their stories during the 2023 Emmet County Relay for Life, which took place Friday, June 2. The evening also included a live auction, bake sales, raffles, lighting of … more
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RSVP serves community
If you need help, where best to look other than someone with experience. That’s the role and mission of RSVP of Northwest Iowa, also known as the Retired Senior Volunteer Program. The local … more
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Emmet County young women invited to register for Fair Queen pageant
It’s that time of year for all girls ages 17-21 to register for the Emmet County Fair Queen pageant. Participants must be an active member of at least one service organization in her community. The … more
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Estherville Police Department’s K9 Pepper to get donation of body armor
Estherville Police Department’s K9 Pepper will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Pepper’s vest … more
Tom Nass leaves Camp 13 in Estherville — Tom Nass continues in his covered wagon, driving his team of mules along Highway 4 north of Estherville on Monday, May 29, headed for Camp 14 in Trimont, Minnesota. Nass set a route for approximately 20 miles per day and camping each night until they reach the Troy Nass ranch in Shevlin, Minnesota in time to celebrate Independence Day the week of July 4.
Heritage Ride travels through the area
What is a Heritage Ride? There was a phone call last Friday afternoon to the newspaper stating that the Ride would be coming to Emmetsburg. It was leaving Pocahontas and would arrive south of town … more
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Supervisors approve budget amendment
The Emmet County Board of Supervisors at its Tuesday, May 30 meeting approved a third budget amendment for the 2023 fiscal year. Much of the amendment was offset by other revenue. Additional … more
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Friends of Fort Defiance Treasurer Laura Young cleaned windows and did other cleanup of the lodge.
Preparing the lodge for the season
We’ve heard it before, and we’ll hear it again. It’s been a long, long winter. Friends of Fort Defiance members took the edge off winter’s memory when they gathered for cleanup of the … more
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Estherville and the surrounding areas celebrated Memorial Day in the traditional fashion with visits to area cemeteries by the local color guard with pastors providing a brief message to residents who came. Above, Shelby Brosh performs Taps at the brief service at the Swan Lake Township Cemetery, located about four miles southeast of Gruver. Find more photos from Memorial Day on Page 2A of today’s Estherville News.
Memorial Day in Estherville
Iowa Lakes Trustees hear about High School Partnerships
  SPIRIT LAKE – The Iowa Lakes Community College Board of Trustees heard about High School Partnerships and the Spirit Lake campus career academy at their Tuesday, May 16 meeting in … more
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Secondary roads contract approved
After an extended closed session, the Emmet County Board of Supervisors at its Tuesday, May 16 meeting approved a master contact with the International Union of operating engineers, local 234, which … more
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Supervisors approve Armstrong VFW assistance
The Emmet County Board of Supervisors at its Tuesday, May 16 meeting approved a $2,500 match for sink replacement at the Armstrong VFW. The money would come from the county’s share of Local Option … more
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Teachers still care about kids, education after leaving classroom
Jean Hoffman taught public school students in regular and special education classes, chiefly in second through sixth grades, for 43 years. Hoffman is now giving back through Iowa Retired School … more
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Adam Reiter spoke on a range of topics surrounding his passion for children’s mental health.
Mental health essential to student learning
Adam Reiter, a 2013 Estherville Lincoln Central High School alum, shared with retired teachers from Iowa Retired School Personnel Association (IRSPA) adventures and grit he’s experienced working on … more
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Work is well underway on the Highway 4 hot mix asphalt resurfacing project. The highway will be resurfaced up to the Minnesota state line. The intersection at 11th Ave. North was closed last week while workers removed the old surface to prepare it for the new. Highway personnel with stop signs directed traffic along the one open lane, and also across Highway 4 from 14th Street east and west.
Work has begun for pavement removal and resurfacing
As the Estherville News reported last week, work is beginning on state Highways 4 and 9. The Iowa Dept. of Transportation has funds to spend on state highways as part of the federal Infrastructure … more
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Armstrong cases continued to July 21
In a 15-minute 10 a.m. Friday, May 19 Zoom status hearing, Iowa Third Judicial District Judge Jeffrey A. Neary set a July 21 date for another status hearing on the case of three former City of … more
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Emmet County Cattlemen plan upcoming events
The Emmet County Cattlemen are planning grilling events in the near and distant feature, according to organization President Gary Eckelberg. The Cattlemen will be cooking a ribeye lunch 11 a.m. to … more
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