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Briefs 10-1-08 (10/01/08)
Join us at MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) from 9-11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2 at Hope Reformed Church in the Fellowship Hall. This year's theme "Adventure" will be featured at the meeting. Come find out what it is all about. There will be an abundance of fun and fellowship, with food and drinks provided by the Steering Committee. If you have any questions, please contact one of the MOPS co-coordinators, Cassie McCreary 240-0298 or Andrea Crew. Childcare is provided starting at 8:45 a.m...

Abben Cancer Center construction progresses (09/18/08)
Construction on an addition to Spencer Hospital's Abben Cancer Center continues to progress, but current work will require those receiving services at the center to modify their arrival a bit. "The project is right on schedule and we're excited as we move closer to completion; however, many times the progress of construction creates a little inconvenience," said Doug Doorn, Spencer Hospital president and CEO. ...

Briefs 9-17-08 (09/17/08)
Okoboji Women's Connection, a division of Stonecroft Ministries, will have a luncheon at the Inn at Okoboji at 12:30 p.m., today. Cost for the event is $10. Featured speaker is Dee Fero of Tonka Bay, Minn. An author of four books, who has lived in the British West Indies, published monthly devotionals and went back to work after flunking retirement...

Celebrate and remember cancer survivors at the 5th annual Relay for Life (07/10/08)
When a doctor mentions "cancer" the world seems to come to an abrupt halt. Cancer, the second leading cause of death in this country, affects individuals at all ages and has no remorse. On July 12-13, the fifth annual Dickinson County Relay for Life will join cancer survivors with supporters and community members at the Okoboji High School Track. ...

Briefs 6-24-08 (06/24/08)
The Clay County Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 25 at Arts on Grand, 408 N. Grand Ave., Spencer. The program will be on soil and roses. n For more information, contact Twila Henning at 262-1447 or Sue Biederman at 260-1143. --- The local Alzheimer's support group will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, June 30 at Bethany Lutheran Church in Spencer...

Briefs 06-21 (06/21/08)
Farmer's Market Wednesdays and Saturdays The Spencer Area Farmer's Market will be held every Wednesday and Saturday, from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., in the Southpark Mall parking lot. Come see the homegrown, fresh produce for sale. Mercy Me to headline northwest Iowa's RiseFest...

Relay for Life goes Mardi Gras (06/20/08)
By Amy Quail Daily Reporter Staff When dealing with the topic of cancer, there's often little joy to be found, but this weekends Clay County Relay for Life celebration, featuring a festive Mardi Gras theme, will allow walkers a little fun in the sun...

Briefs 6-6-08 (06/06/08)
The Abben Cancer Center in Spencer's fourth annual cancer survivor's day celebration "Seed of Hope" has been postponed to Wednesday, June 25. Join the staff at the Abben Cancer Center at 6:30 p.m. in the Spencer Hospital's Grand Avenue Park. Music will be performed by Laura Carlentini, Ryan Sather and Jack Ryan as you stroll through the gardens. ...

Abben Cancer Center supports Relay For Life (06/05/08)
Kris Van Kleek, with Abben Cancer Center, a bronze sponsor, presented Dana Kaufman, Associate Community Relations for the American Cancer Society and Amy Simpson, Clay County Relay For Life chair with a check for the upcoming Clay County Relay For Life event. This year, the Relay For Life will return to Dale Norton Field in Spencer, from 4 p.m. to 6 a.m., Saturday and Sunday, June 21-22. This year's theme is: "Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back."...

Briefs 6-5-08 (06/05/08)
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) will be having pre-registration for the 2008-09 session. The event will take place at East Leach Park from 9-11 a.m., today. In case of rain the event will be moved to Hope Reformed Church, 919 Grande Ave. Pre register with MOPS International 2008-09 for $15 and save $5. Membership includes: Weekly emails, Momsense magazine, and "Adventures in Mothering" (our theme book). Prepay $56 for your Spencer MOPS year and get one meeting free...

Briefs 6-4-08 (06/04/08)
All area women are invited to the "Let's Have Flowers" prayer connection at 10 a.m. today in the home of Bonnie Neisess, Treasure Village on Highway 86. It is a time of sharing and supporting each other with prayer and fellowship. Okoboji Women's Connection is a part of Stonecroft Ministries...

Briefs 6-3-08 (06/03/08)
All area women are invited to the "Let's Have Flowers" prayer connection at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 4 in the home of Bonnie Neisess, Treasure Village on Highway 86. It is a time of sharing and supporting each other with prayer and fellowship. Okoboji Women's Connection is a part of Stonecroft Ministries...

Briefs 05-31 (05/31/08)
Final opportunity to register for fall football Two final opportunities to register for the MYFL Spencer Youth Football League will take place from 1-3 p.m. today at League Director Randy Cauthron's home, 207 35th Ave. W. These will be the last two opportunities to get equipment sized and register before jerseys are ordered and the league fee increases by $50. ...

Briefs 5-30-08 (05/30/08)
register for fall football Two final opportunities to register for the MYFL Spencer Youth Football League will take place tonight from 7-9 p.m. and Saturday from 1-3 p.m. at League Director Randy Cauthron's home, 207 35th Ave. W. These will be the last two opportunities to get equipment sized and register before jerseys are ordered and the league fee increases by $50. ...

Briefs 5-29-08 (05/29/08)
Single Spirits will hold its next meeting tonight at the Spirit Lake Public Library. A potluck is set for 6:30 p.m., with a meeting to follow. Activities for the next five weeks will be planned. Single Spirits is an organization open to singles of all ages in the area...

Briefs 5-28-08 (05/28/08)
Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School students will present their annual end-of--the-year musical titled "Livin' Inside Out in an Upside Down World," based on Psalm 51:6, at 7 p.m. tonight at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 500 Fourth Ave. S.W., Spencer...

Briefs 5-27-08 (05/27/08)
The Clay County Relay for Life "Out of the Blue" team is sponsoring a dog show. "Paws for the Cause" will be held at Oneota Park in Spencer from 2 - 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 8. Activities will include a costume pet parade, an agility competition, and a retrieving and obedience contest. Trophies and prizes will be awarded...

'Seed of Hope' celebration (05/24/08)
By Amy Quail Daily Reporter Staff On Thursday, June 5 at 6:30 p.m the Abben Cancer Center will host a celebration for National Cancer Survivors Day. The fourth annual "Seed of Hope" celebration will be in the Spencer Hospital's Grand Avenue Park. "A cancer diagnosis changes a person's life forever, so this celebration is one way that we can help them celebrate their new life," said Kristy Connor...

Briefs 5-21-08 (05/21/08)
Okoboji Women's Connection will have a luncheon entitled "Purse Instance" at the Inn at Okoboji at 12:30 p.m., today. Cost for the event is $10. Gwen Clemon, of Soldier, will be speaking on miracles she has experienced within her family entitled "A Miracle and Nothing Less". Marcy Weiner will accompany the speaker and have a special feature with her handmade purses. Music will be provided by Jan Mills of Arnolds Park. All reservations are to be honored...

Briefs 05-17 (05/17/08)
Kid's Fish Day The Upper Great Plains Muskie Club and Spirit Lake Kiwanis will be hosting a Kid's Fish Day from 1-3 p.m., today at the Spirit Lake Hatchery. The event is open to all kids, ages 6 and over. Kids 6-12 need adult supervision. A free afternoon meal of hot dogs, chips and pop is included. Free t-shirts to the first 100 kids registered by 2 p.m. Teaching stations will be set up on the hatchery grounds to present a wide range of fishing principles by area anglers...

2008 Relay for Life: 'Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back' (05/16/08)
The 11th annual Clay County Relay for Life event is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 21 and take place on Dale Norton field at Spencer High School until 6 a.m. Sunday, June 22. This year's event, which carries the "Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back." theme, will also incorporate a Mardi Gras-related atmosphere...

Abben survivors celebrate 'Seed of Hope' (05/15/08)
On Thursday, June 5, the Abben Cancer Center in Spencer will be hosting their forth annual cancer survivor's day celebration "Seed of Hope". We will be joining hundreds of communities worldwide in celebrating life as part of the National Cancer Survivor's Day. ...

Breifs 5-15-08 (05/15/08)
Anyone wishing to have a flag dedicated into the Avenue of Flags on Memorial Day needs to get it in today. The only information that is needed to have a flag dedicated are birth and death dates, branch of service and war served. A donation to help pay for the flag and pole are appreciated...

Briefs 5-14-08 (05/14/08)
Spencer Community Schools will be hosting a retirement recognition coffee from 3:45-5 p.m. today in Conference Room B at the Central Office, 23 E. 7th St. The coffee will recognize the following retirees: Maggie Nicks, Noreen Meyer, Joe Enderlin, Penny Goedicke, Jan Johnson, Pat Morisch, Betty Brennan, Becky Dettmer, Macrina Tesch, Mick Ketchum and Jo Ann Merrill. The public is invited to attend and honor these dedicated individuals for their years of service to the Spencer School District...

Hospital to unveil Women's Center (05/06/08)
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VIVE donates to American Cancer Society (04/02/08)
Sharon Stadsvold, representing partner Jan Orr, presented a check to American Cancer Society Community Relations representative Dana Kauffman. The check, totaling $2,800, is representative of the VIVE hand-crafted jewelry sold during the months of February and March. ...

Hospital approves bids for Abben expansion (03/19/08)
Construction work is expected to begin this spring on an expansion to the Abben Cancer Center on the Spencer Hospital campus. The Spencer Hospital Board of Trustees approved construction bids for the project as part of its meeting Monday night. The added space is needed to make room for a new linear accelerator -- a piece of radiation treatment equipment used to fight the presence of cancer...