On Sunday, Sept. 17th, 16 bikers pedaled for a cure in our annual Pedal with Pete Bike Ridefor Cerebral Palsy, sponsored by the 4-H County Council. It was a beautiful fall day for a bikeride and all … more

This year’s Athletic Booster Club’s Golf Tournament drew 15 4-person teams.   The tournament got underway Sunday afternoon at 1p.m.   Prizes were part of the event.   Not … more

Last week there was news in Emmetsburg that Joel Kibbie had taken first and second place in the giant pumpkin contest at the Clay County Fair.   The top winner weighed 725lbs.   The second- … more

The Emmetsburg Catholic School’s annual AuctionFest is over 200 days away.   Already the committee has formed and a new site has been selected.   For the … more

150 Years! Pastor Kolleen Queener cuts the ribbon for the United Methodist Church's 150th Anniversary. No one wanted top be left out because of the importance of the celebration. The planning … more

For over 30 years, Country Maid, Inc., has been supporting non-profit organizations and local causes through its charitable giving efforts. Now, the company is furthering its mission to “Help … more

Dr. Dean Ver Mulm has been a practicing optometrist in Emmetsburg for thirty years. He celebrated that landmark with an open house on Friday, August 17. He graduated from the Illinois College of … more

The Seventh Annual Homebrew Fest was a great event last Saturday in Soper Park. The weather, the band and the competition made the celebration fun and entertaining. Chamber Executive Director Deb … more

The Siouxland Soup Kitchen provides a free meal to anyone in need. Meals are served Monday through Friday 4:30p.m.-5:30p.m. and Noon to 1p.m. on Saturday. Over 3,000 meals are served each month. The … more

Clint and Sue Young were surprised when the Palo Alto Garden Club brought the Garden of the Month sign to their home. If you are boating in Five Island Lake, the Young’s home is just north of … more