The Iowa Department of Public Safety announced Monday morning the arrest of a Shenandoah man accused of murdering a Manning woman in a Lake View resident on Sunday morning.
- Bryan Clark
Shenandoah begins a new era this fall, playing its conference events in the Western Iowa Conference
- HAILEY PECK Lee-Gazette Des Moines Bureau
The fair has a little something for everyone. Find information here about ticket prices, grandstand shows, themed days and more.
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Chillicothe scored the go-ahead run on a wild pitch in the ninth inning, and beat the Clarinda A's 3-2 Tuesday, ending Clarinda's season
- Bryan Clark
The Clarinda A's baseball season ended Tuesday, July 28, in a 3-2 home loss to Chillicothe in the Divisional Playoff round of the MINK League Playoffs.
- Bryan Clark
A winning season for Clarinda softball was one of the major highlights to the area softball season
- Bryan Clark
Clarinda football’s Jordan Butt and head coach Conner Hanafan, as well as the Essex cheerleading squad took part in Saturday’s Shrine Bowl.
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The American Red Cross declared a national blood supply crisis this past week, with donations falling to a four-year summer low amid a season where giving is already generally reduced.
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Iowa candidate for governor Rob Sand would advocate for an increase in the state tax on cigarettes and consider requiring state-licensed casinos to go smoke-free.
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Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand discussed plans to combat Iowa’s water quality issues and advocated for more mental health funding Monday at a town hall in Fort Dodge.
Rob Sand is set to face Republican nominee Zach Lahn in what analysts are calling one of the most competitive governor contests in the country.
Cancer survivors, farmers, elected officials and community activists from Boone County discussed what they have done to reduce their exposure to carcinogens and what they hope will change in Iowa.
Barack Obama is lending his support to Democrat Josh Turek as Iowa’s open U.S. Senate race emerges as a potentially competitive contest that could factor into control of the chamber.
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Shenandoah begins a new era this fall, playing its conference events in the Western Iowa Conference
A busy August in planned with fall sports beginning and a handful of awards to hand out for the 2025/26 school year's top athletes
MINNEAPOLIS — Mark Coyle knew he needed guidance. College sports were barreling toward a radically new existence, one in which universities would be allowed to pay athletes directly. Athletic departments would be required to manage a salary cap in distributing millions of dollars to athletes. The Minnesota Gophers athletic director didn’t go far to find answers to his questions. He and his ...
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Big 10 secures three consecutive college football victories while the SEC endures eight additional losses amid shifting game dynamics. Stay tuned this season!
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Disney has plenty of film franchises, but the biggest in recent years has to be the direct-to-streaming "Descendants" series. Here from the stars of the new movie.
🎧 From Scotland to small-town Iowa, meaningful journeys often reshape perspective through unexpected encounters, memorable stories and renewed appreciation.
Few things boast a sleeker summer look than a slim, 200-page novel. And while not all of the offerings here are that brief, several are, and you have to imagine this trend might have to do with a desire to tell a compelling story with an economy of words. Or it might be because it’s a little easier to hold a short book aloft with one hand as you recline, sipping a cool, fruity beverage in the ...
Thinking about Scotland conjures images of kilts, bagpipes and haggis. Peel back the curtain, and there’s so much more to explore, from dramatic landscapes to ancient castles and abundant wildlife. On a recent vacation, we explored the centuries-old sights in Edinburgh, hiked on the Isle of Skye, stayed overnight in a castle, experienced amazing warmth and Scottish hospitality, savored some ...
Hit especially hard by the COVID pandemic, the experiences sector of the travel industry has returned to pre-pandemic levels of business, growing faster than much of the rest of the industry. A new report from Phocuswright shows that bookings in the global experiences market reached pre-pandemic levels in 2024 with $253 billion in transactions and that figure was expected to be even higher for ...
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Content by Shenandoah Medical Center. Find out how a mammogram can help empower you to take charge of your health, confidence and future.
Content by Ballard's Resort. Read the tale of amateur angler Doobie Flathers, one of the most prolific walleye fishermen of his time.
Get Healthy. If you’re feeling mentally or emotionally worn down, a forest bath may be just the ticket to clear and cleanse your mind and spirit. Here are a few tips on how to make the most of the experience.
Content by Milan Laser Hair Removal. These laser hair removal experts share their observations and insights about the benefits of Brazilian laser hair removal vs. Brazilian waxing.
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Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...
Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...
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