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1 day ago

Communities Report Strong Fundraising Totals from Pony Express Ride

Fundraising totals have been reported from communities participating in Friday’s 2026 Pony Express Ride.

1 day ago

Fire Crews Investigate Smoke Report at Spencer Building

Emergency crews responded to reports of smoke inside a Spencer building early Friday morning.

1 day ago

Two Vehicle Accident Injury

A two-vehicle accident in rural Spencer led to one injury Wednesday morning.

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Renovations Begin at Sanborn Intergenerational Daycare

Once the move is complete, the center will be renamed the Sunrise Express Daycare Center.

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Northwest Iowa Easter Weekend Events

The Spencer Jaycees host their annual East Egg Scramble for kids ages one through eleven at the Soccer Complex at 9 Saturday morning.

2 days ago

Vehicle Fire in Spencer

Firefighters in Spencer responded to a single-vehicle fire early Thursday morning.

2 days ago

Pony Express Riders Saddle Up for Annual Ride Day Fundraiser

The Pony Express Riders of Iowa are getting ready to ride through several northwest Iowa communities as part of their annual Ride Day on Friday.

2 days ago

Northwest Iowa Campgrounds Getting Ready for Summer

Campgrounds in Emmet and Buena Vista Counties are getting ready to open for the summer recreation season.

2 days ago

Fort Dodge Man Charged After Alleged Bomgaars Theft Scheme

A Fort Dodge man is facing multiple felony charges following an investigation into a series of thefts from Bomgaars locations.

3 days ago

April Foods Day Recap

A total of 1,585 pounds of food collected for April Foods Day

3 days ago

Small Temperature Changes Bring Shifting Precipitation Types

From tonight through Thursday morning: Small temperature changes will make a big difference.

3 days ago

High School Golf Scores: 3/31/26

High School Golf Scores from around the KICD 9-County Area Conferences

3 days ago

Tiger Boys Open 2026 Campaign with Mercy Rule Win Over Dutchmen

Spencer's Offensive Onslaught too much for Dutchmen

4 days ago

Spencer School and Spencer YMCA Receive $100,000 Child Care Grant

The new state funding will help the two groups work together to start this initiviative in the fall.

4 days ago

Clay County Supervisors Public Hearing Well Attended

Residents voiced frustration over rising property taxes, citing concerns that assessments are outstripping household income and inflation.

4 days ago

Donate today for April Foods Day with Spencer Media Group

Swing by our north parking lot on Hwy 71.  The SMG staff will accept donations from your vehicle between 6:30am – 6pm. today only.

4 days ago

Oak Hill Outdoor Division Sold to Local Business

The company plans to dedicate its full attention to the boating experiences, service, and sales that define its core business.

4 days ago

Rainfall Likely, Freezing Rain a Concern for Parts of the Area

Wednesday: Clouds increase through the day, but low‑level moisture is slow to arrive.

4 days ago

Opera Performance at ELC

Seven of the nation's most elite rising opera stars are bringing a world class "Spotlight Concert" to Estherville-Lincoln Central on April 9th.