Local
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.
1 day ago
Renovations Begin at Sanborn Intergenerational Daycare
Once the move is complete, the center will be renamed the Sunrise Express Daycare Center.
1 day ago
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
Spencer’s Stuckey to Join Red Raider’s Track and Field Team
Northwestern inks Tiger Jumper
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.