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Latest Local Headlines

Autopsy: Hartley Man Died from Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound
Authorities have released the results of an autopsy following a fatal shooting earlier this month near Hartley. O’Brien County Sheriff Bruce Devereaux says a 911 call came in shortly after

Sioux County Radio News Summary for Week of September 22nd
Below are some of the stories used in this week’s summary: Worthington Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges in Grand Falls Casino Case Hospers Progressing Toward Goal for New Fire and

Mayor Kevin Van Otterloo honored as 2025 Mayor of the Year
Rock Valley Mayor Kevin Van Otterloo has been honored as the 2025 Mayor of the Year in the 2,000–10,000 population category by the Iowa Mayors Association. The award was presented

Sioux Center Police urge motorists to use caution around school buses
Sioux Center Police are warning motorists to be aware of school bus stop arms. Police remind motorists that when the stop arm is out, and the red lights are flashing,

Northwest Iowa Community College Ranked #3 in Iowa for Online Learning by University Magazine
Northwest Iowa Community College (NCC) has been named #3 in University Magazine’s 2026 list of “Best Online Colleges in Iowa.” This statewide recognition spans all online providers—including community colleges, four-year

Sioux County 4-H to Celebrate National 4-H Week in October
Sioux County youth will join the nationwide celebration of National 4-H Week, October 5–11, highlighting how 4-H helps prepare young people to be leaders in their communities and beyond. 4-H

Worthington Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges in Grand Falls Casino Case
A Worthington, Minnesota, man is facing a string of felony charges tied to jackpot winnings at Grand Falls Casino near Larchwood. According to the Iowa DCI, 49-year-old Julio Cerritos Mejia

Hospers Progressing Toward Goal for New Fire and EMS Facility
The town of Hospers is closing in on its long-awaited goal of building a new $2.8 million facility for fire and EMS services—a project more than a decade in the

Sen. Ernst Presents Orange City Family Animal Care with Small Business Award
After being recognized as the Small Business of the Week in August, Orange City Family Animal Care was given its award on Tuesday (September 23rd). Iowa U.S. Senator Joni Ernst

Several Candidates File for Local City and School Board Races
Several candidates have filed to run for city and school board positions in the November election, with the filing period wrapping up last week. Here’s a look at the contested