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Tigers, Jays extend Hawks' losing streak

Baseball · Everly

Tigers, Jays extend Hawks' losing streak

Signs of improvement by the Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn softball team were evident, but they were not enough to prevent a pair of losses. Trinity Christian was too strong down the stretch and handed H-M-S a 14-8 loss on June 4 in Hartley. The Hawks took the lead in the first inning on a two-run double by Eliza Tewes, another double by Gracie Knobloch and a groundout by Cammy Wilson. The Tigers went...See the Story

Art of the Que returns to Spencer

Spencer · Spencer

Art of the Que returns to Spencer

The Clay County Fair & Events Center and the Art of the Que Planning Committee will welcome the return of Art of the Que on Friday, June 27, and Saturday, June 28, at the Clay County Fairgrounds. This Kansas City Barbecue Society-sanctioned contest features two days of flavor and fun — complete with live music, food vendors, inflatables, craft and commercial vendors, a classic car show, and more.Read Article

Ride like the wind

Spencer · Spencer

Ride like the wind

Monday evening, Clay County Tourism joined the Clay County Trails Association for the ribbon cutting of the newest section of the Iowa Great Lakes Connection Trail. This brand-new, 8-mile stretch gives cyclists in Spencer safe access all the way to Fostoria and is part of an ambitious plan to eventually link the Iowa Great Lakes to Carroll County with a 220-mile trail system.Read Article

Spencer School Board seeks $5 million loan for flood-damaged schools

The Spencer Community School Board gave district administrators the go-ahead to seek a $5 million bond to finance flood repairs at Johnson and Lincoln Elementary Schools during a special board meeting convened June 10.Spencer · Spencer Read Article

Crusin': Funds generated for Shayla Bee

When the Black Tie, Black Leather Affair — Shayla Bee Fund’s largest annual fundraiser — had to be cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns, the West Lake Okoboji Cruise was berthed and has continued each year since. On June 7, The cruise began at Okoboji Classic Cars' parking lot and traveled around West Lake before culminating at Oak Hill Outdoors.Coronavirus · Spencer Read Article

Muni Band salutes Flagfest

The Spencer Municipal Band, under the baton of Katie Bush, will be continuing its summer music series as part of Spencer’s festivities for Flagfest on Sunday, at 2 p.m., in the bandshell in East Leach Park. The band is made up of area musicians and is supported by the city of Spencer and the Spencer Community Schools.Spencer · Spencer Read Article

Zoning Commission approves Moose Pond proposal

On Wednesday morning, Spencer Planning and Zoning commission approved the final plat for the Moose Pond First Addition. The development will be one lot in an approximate 1-acre area on the current Fourth Avenue SE. The gravel road will be moved to lineup with the avenue across Eighth Street SE.Spencer · Spencer Read Article

Hartley council changes fireworks rules

The Hartley City Council on Monday tweaked rules for fireworks in town to align with new state regulations. Though residents will still be allowed to discharge fireworks July 3-4, hours in which they can do so were changed. The adjustment came following the passage of a new state law that prevents Iowa cities and counties from banning fireworks on July 3, July 4, and New Year's Eve. The...Everly · Everly Read Article

Letters: GOP Medicaid cuts 'would hurt all Iowans'

To the editor: In today’s full-contact political environment, it’s sometimes necessary to be blunt. Take for instance elected Republicans’ claims that their budget priority to cut Medicaid funding is only intended to reduce fraud, waste and abuse and – more cynically – sustain the program into the future. It’s not true. Straight up. Republican Medicaid cuts would hurt all Iowans. Prior to retiring...Republican Party · Everly Read Article

Everly teen is Clay Co. Fair Queen first runner-up

A new Clay County Fair Queen is donning her crown. Nevaeh Brauhn, of Sioux Rapids, won this year’s contest held Sunday in Spencer. Ten girls competed for the throne, with first runner-up honors going to Hannah Tessum, of rural Everly. Brauhn is the daughter of Steve and Rish Brauhn. She will represent the fair at area parades and celebrations throughout the summer, compete in the Iowa State Fair Q...Everly · Everly Read Article

After 106 years, Burley's Appliance bids Hartley farewell

The inside of Burley's Appliance presents an interesting sensory experience these days. The show floor is nearly empty, and if nobody is around, you could hear the echo from a pin dropping. "It's bittersweet," said Arla Rae Westphalen, the second generation to own and operate Burley's Appliance. "It's hard to see it done, but on the better half, you know...Everly · Everly Read Article

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