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Mannheim Steamroller sells out, attendees told to arrive early

The No. 1 selling Christmas music artist of all time, Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Datis is sold out for Wednesday night's show at the Clay County Regional Events Center on Wednesday. Those who purchased their... >>
17 teams participate in FIRST LEGO League Regional

Iowa Lakes Community College hosted 17 teams at the Estherville campus Saturday as part of the FIRST Lego League regional qualifying competition. Three teams have been invited to advance to the championship event at Iowa... >>
No injuries, minimal damage in train vs. semi collision

By Randy M. Cauthron, Managing Editor

Spencer Police Chief Mark Lawson said damage was limited and there were no reported injuries following a train vs. semi accident at the railroad crossing on 10th Avenue East shortly after 11:30 a.m. Monday morning. "The... >>
Area pastors visit St. John's Bible exhibit

Leaders from several area churches visited "The Illuminated Word" at Arts on Grand Monday afternoon to view the exhibit and learn about the process of its creation. The exhibit, originally commissioned by Saint John's Abbey... >>
'Festival' highlights ecumenical Christmas celebration

Sunday's Festival of Lessons and Carols at Sacred Heart Catholic Church drew a large crowd for the ecumenical program featuring vocal participation by many Spencer churches. The event concluded with "The Hallelujah Chorus"... >>

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ILCC professor's paper could improve treatment for cancer
An Iowa Lakes Community College associate professor of chemistry and biology has published a paper that outlines new...

Downtown streets will be busy during Grand Meander
The annual Grand Meander and Tuba Christmas is scheduled for downtown Spencer from 6-8 p.m. Monday. This popular...

Library announces 2014 All Spencer Reads title
The Spencer Public Library recently announced its selection for next year's All Spencer Reads: "Little Wolves," by...

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