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Roadwork Begins on Two Busy Highways
Cherokee, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — A couple of DOT projects will impact major highways leading to Spencer during the Clay County…
Public Access Dock Rule Changes Fail to Advance in Okoboji
A proposed overhaul of Okoboji's regulations for lake access died Tuesday night after heavy discussion among city council members.
Arnold’s Park Amusement Park Reports Steady Year
Arnolds Park Amusement Park CEO Jon Pausley says the 2026 was pretty typical.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Coco Gauff rallies to reach the US Open semifinals against new women’s No. 1 Elena Rybakina
Coco Gauff fought off a couple match points in a tiebreaker and beat Mirra Andreeva 2-6, 7-6 (7), 6-2 on Wednesday to set up a U.S. Open semifinal matchup against new No. 1 Elena Rybakina.
2 weeks ago in National, Trending
Anthropic researcher resigns with warning about the dangers of AI development
An Anthropic researcher said he is resigning from the company over concerns the artificial intelligence firm and its competitors are not acting responsibly in AI development, echoing concerns raised inside and outside of the industry about the technology's potential to elude human control.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
New Apple CEO unveils latest iPhone lineup, including a foldable model called Duo
Apple on Wednesday unveiled its latest generation of iPhones, including a widely anticipated foldable version called Duo.
Northwest Iowa Educator Charged with Grooming Student
PRIMGHAR, IA (Northwestiowanow) – A South O’Brien School District teacher has been charged following an investigation into alleged sexual communications…
2 weeks ago in World
Oil rises past $100 a barrel after the latest wave of Middle East attacks
The price of oil surpassed $100 a barrel for the first time since July after attacks on oil facilities and ships in the Middle East threatened to debilitate an already weakened supply chain.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Families’ interest in their kids’ education is falling around the globe as scores drop, test shows
Families' interest in their kids' education is falling in many high-income countries as school systems struggle with plunging test scores, according to newly released results from a standardized test taken by 15-year-olds around the world.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Alcaraz says ‘I leave with a smile’ after epic US Open loss to Shelton
At the end, when five riveting sets and one agonizingly tight tiebreak were over — and when the latest-finishing match in U.S. Open history had concluded — Ben Shelton was not the only player smiling.
Dickinson Nature Center to Host Annual Butterfly Festival This Friday
The Dickinson County Nature Center is hosting its annual Dee's Bee and Butterfly Festival this Friday.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
It’s ‘Pitt’ vs ‘Pluribus’ in drama and ‘Hacks’ vs ‘Widow’s Bay’ in comedy at the upcoming Emmys
It's "The Pitt" versus "Pluribus" and "Hacks" against "Widow's Bay" at the 78th Emmy Awards on Monday night. The stars of all four shows — Noah Wyle in "The Pitt," Rhea Seehorn in "Pluribus," Jean Smart in "Hacks" and Matthew Rhys in "Widow's Bay" — look to be runaway favorites for the top acting awards.
Rural Ambulance in Clay County Likely to be Put Out for Bid
Eleven months ago, residents of Clay County approved an Emergency Medical Services levy, with an EMS plan to be determined.
Countdown to the 2026 Clay County Fair
Clay County Fair Manager Jason Brockshus says discount tickets are available right up until Saturday.
Camper Destroyed by Monday Fire
Milford, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — The Milford Fire Department was dispatched to a trailer fire at the Emerson Bay campground on…
Many Area Teams in Action at Sibley-Ocheyedan XC Invitational
Pioneer and Orab Boys in top 3 team scores
Clay County Supervisors Still Writing EMS Plan after Levy Passes
Spencer, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — Eleven months ago residents of Clay County approved an Emergency Medical Services levy, with an EMS…
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
22 essential questions to ask when buying a house
Ally Financial reports 22 essential questions to ask when buying a house, covering budget, property condition, neighborhood, and offer details for informed decisions.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Budgeting for kids’ sports and back-to-school activities
CreditFresh reports on budgeting for kids' sports and back-to-school activities, emphasizing planning for total costs to avoid surprises and manage expenses efficiently.
