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Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Ends Today
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, Senior Life Solutions meets together at the Hawarden Regional Healthcare. Together, they help seniors grapple with the many difficulties that come with old age, like

Larchwood Crash Sends Two to Sioux Falls Hospitals
A Larchwood man and a passenger were hospitalized following a crash near Larchwood on Thursday, September 25. According to the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred around 5:30 p.m.

Hawarden Man Charged with Domestic Abuse Assault
A Hawarden man is facing charges after a domestic incident Friday night that took place in Sioux Center. According to a criminal complaint filed with the Sioux County Clerk of

Dordt Professor Publishes Book on AI in Education
Dr. Dave Mulder, professor and chair of the Education Department at Dordt University, has released a new book exploring the role of artificial intelligence in the classroom. The book, Teach

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
