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The Pentagon announced on Friday Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth met with the U.S. Space Command Commander General Stephen Whiting to discuss the “relocation of U.S. Space Command.”
Relocation of US Space Command in the works
Colorado Springs Rep. Jeff Crank said the Trump administration told him the move won’t be as bad as he originally feared.
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November 22, 2025 at 10:31 PM
The Pentagon announced on Friday Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth met with the U.S. Space Command Commander General Stephen Whiting to discuss the “relocation of U.S. Space Command.”
A structure fire was reported at Reptile Gardens in Rapid City around 1:30 a.m. Friday, according to the Rockerville Volunteer Fire Department.
Alligators and tortoises lost in Reptile Gardens fire
A structure fire was reported at Reptile Gardens in Rapid City around 1:30 a.m. Friday, according to the Rockerville Volunteer Fire Department.
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November 22, 2025 at 6:59 PM
A structure fire was reported at Reptile Gardens in Rapid City around 1:30 a.m. Friday, according to the Rockerville Volunteer Fire Department.
A local non-profit that operates a camp for people with disabilities received state funds to build a new center.
Camp High Hopes awarded $800K+ to build new center
A local non-profit that operates a camp for people with disabilities received state funds to build a new center.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:18 PM
A local non-profit that operates a camp for people with disabilities received state funds to build a new center.
The race for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District Seat in Congress continues to get national attention through endorsements.
Ryan Rhodes receives endorsement
The race for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District Seat in Congress continues to get national attention through endorsements.
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November 22, 2025 at 2:27 PM
The race for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District Seat in Congress continues to get national attention through endorsements.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned on Thursday that recalled baby formula products linked to cases of infant botulism are still available for purchase at stores in multiple states, as the number of confirmed cases of the illness has reached 31.
FDA: Baby formula tied to infant botulism cases still on store shelves
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned on Thursday that recalled baby formula products linked to cases of infant botulism are still available for purchase at stores in multiple states, as th…
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November 22, 2025 at 12:20 PM
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned on Thursday that recalled baby formula products linked to cases of infant botulism are still available for purchase at stores in multiple states, as the number of confirmed cases of the illness has reached 31.
The U.S. Coast Guard on Thursday released a new policy on hateful symbols such as swastikas and nooses after a Washington Post report said the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will classify such symbols as “potentially divisive.”
New Coast Guard policy: ‘Divisive or hate symbols and flags are prohibited’
The U.S. Coast Guard on Thursday released a new policy on hateful symbols such as swastikas and nooses after a Washington Post report said the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will classify su…
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November 22, 2025 at 10:46 AM
The U.S. Coast Guard on Thursday released a new policy on hateful symbols such as swastikas and nooses after a Washington Post report said the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will classify such symbols as “potentially divisive.”
If you’re not already in the holiday spirit, an event starting this weekend is sure to help!
32nd annual Festival of Trees kicks off this weekend
If you’re not already in the holiday spirit, an event starting this weekend is sure to help!
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November 22, 2025 at 5:39 AM
If you’re not already in the holiday spirit, an event starting this weekend is sure to help!
It’s time to talk turkey. About how much you’ll be paying at the checkout leading up to this year’s Thanksgiving.
What to expect on your Thanksgiving grocery run
It’s time to talk turkey about how much you’ll be paying at the checkout leading up to this year’s Thanksgiving.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:49 AM
It’s time to talk turkey. About how much you’ll be paying at the checkout leading up to this year’s Thanksgiving.
The first official test race on the controversial sliding track being rebuilt for the Milan Cortina Olympics was won by skeleton world champion Matt Weston of Britain on Friday.
Weston wins first race on new Olympic sliding track
CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) — The first official test race on the controversial sliding track being rebuilt for the Milan Cortina Olympics was won by skeleton world cham…
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November 22, 2025 at 4:16 AM
The first official test race on the controversial sliding track being rebuilt for the Milan Cortina Olympics was won by skeleton world champion Matt Weston of Britain on Friday.
A playpen sold on Amazon has been recalled for the risk of serious injury or death, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission announced Friday.
Amazon recalls item over risk of ‘death from suffocation’ to infants
A playpen sold on Amazon has been recalled for the risk of serious injury or death from suffocation and entrapment hazards, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission announced Friday.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:17 AM
A playpen sold on Amazon has been recalled for the risk of serious injury or death, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission announced Friday.
Cristina Besaw and her two sons’ house in Spencer was on the north side of the Little Sioux River when it flooded in June of 2024, which caused the house to be unlivable.
IA family ready to move into new home after 2024 floods
SPENCER, Iowa (KCAU) — Cristina Besaw and her two sons’ house in Spencer was on the north side of the Little Sioux River when it flooded in June of 2024, which caused the house to be unlivabl…
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November 22, 2025 at 2:46 AM
Cristina Besaw and her two sons’ house in Spencer was on the north side of the Little Sioux River when it flooded in June of 2024, which caused the house to be unlivable.
A local public transportation system received a multi-million dollar grant for big improvements to their infrastructure.
Siouxland Regional Transit System gets $9.7M grant
A local public transportation system received a multi-million dollar grant for big improvements to their infrastructure.
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November 22, 2025 at 2:04 AM
A local public transportation system received a multi-million dollar grant for big improvements to their infrastructure.
The city of Norfolk, Nebraska, recently approved using city funds to add three firefighters to its department.
Norfolk to hire 3 additional firefighters
The city of Norfolk, Nebraska, recently approved using city funds to add three firefighters to its department.
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November 22, 2025 at 1:48 AM
The city of Norfolk, Nebraska, recently approved using city funds to add three firefighters to its department.
Fire officials in Vermillion, South Dakota, are issuing a public safety alert after three separate landfill fires in regards to lithium-ion batteries over the course of three weeks.
Fires caused by batteries causes public safety alert
Fire officials in Vermillion, South Dakota, are issuing a public safety alert after three separate landfill fires in regards to lithium-ion batteries over the course of three weeks.
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November 22, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Fire officials in Vermillion, South Dakota, are issuing a public safety alert after three separate landfill fires in regards to lithium-ion batteries over the course of three weeks.
Tyson Foods announced the closure of one Nebraska plant; some Nebraska lawmakers have responded.
Tyson Foods to close one Nebraskan beef facility
Tyson Foods announced the closure of one Nebraska plant; some Nebraska lawmakers have responded.
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November 22, 2025 at 12:58 AM
Tyson Foods announced the closure of one Nebraska plant; some Nebraska lawmakers have responded.
If you are thinking about welcoming a new pet into your family soon, there is a great opportunity coming up!
Find a new furry friend with a local rescue agency
If you are thinking about welcoming a new pet into your family soon, there is a great opportunity coming up!
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November 22, 2025 at 12:34 AM
If you are thinking about welcoming a new pet into your family soon, there is a great opportunity coming up!
After seeing how much interest one would pay on an average 50-year mortgage in 20 major U.S. cities, some home buyers might opt for a traditional loan, even if President Trump’s proposal becomes law.
50-year mortgage? Here’s how much you’d end up paying in 20 major cities: Report
After seeing how much interest one would pay on an average 50-year mortgage in 20 major U.S. cities, some home buyers might opt for a traditional loan, even if President Trump’s proposal beco…
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November 22, 2025 at 12:09 AM
After seeing how much interest one would pay on an average 50-year mortgage in 20 major U.S. cities, some home buyers might opt for a traditional loan, even if President Trump’s proposal becomes law.
The winners of Iowa’s West Coast Initiative have officially been released!
Rock Rapids entrepreneur wins $5K through BIG Challenge
The winners of Iowa’s West Coast Initiative have officially been released!
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November 21, 2025 at 11:53 PM
The winners of Iowa’s West Coast Initiative have officially been released!
A nationwide outage of CodeRED has been confirmed by Nebraska officials. Find the full story here:
Nebraska officials announce CodeRED is down nationwide
CodeRED is currently unavailable nationwide.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:45 PM
A nationwide outage of CodeRED has been confirmed by Nebraska officials. Find the full story here:
Siouxlanders will have the chance to get into the holiday spirit with live music and a visit from Santa at the Peirce Mansion.
Enjoy music and meet Santa at Peirce Mansion Holiday Open House
Siouxlanders will have the chance to get into the holiday spirit with live music and a visit from Santa at the Peirce Mansion.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Siouxlanders will have the chance to get into the holiday spirit with live music and a visit from Santa at the Peirce Mansion.
It’s the ultimate homecoming photo — a smiling family rushing to reunite with a U.S. Air Force officer in 1973 who spent years as a POW in North Vietnam.
Vietnam War POW in iconic ‘Burst of Joy’ photo dies at 92
It’s the ultimate homecoming photo — a smiling family rushing to reunite with a U.S. Air Force officer in 1973 who spent years as a POW in North Vietnam, his oldest daughter sprinting ahead w…
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November 21, 2025 at 8:52 PM
It’s the ultimate homecoming photo — a smiling family rushing to reunite with a U.S. Air Force officer in 1973 who spent years as a POW in North Vietnam.
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced the national Click It or Ticket high-visibility enforcement effort will start later this month.
Click It or Ticket: Officials on high alert during Thanksgiving holiday
Safety officials remind folks to buckle up as they prepare to hit the roads for Thanksgiving.
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November 21, 2025 at 7:32 PM
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced the national Click It or Ticket high-visibility enforcement effort will start later this month.
UPDATE: West Monona has released an update regarding the water main break at the school.
NW Iowa school district cancels classes, water main break
One northwest Iowa school will not have classes on Friday.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:21 PM
UPDATE: West Monona has released an update regarding the water main break at the school.
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, which means it is nearly time to get the massive turkey out of your freezer for thawing. If your bird is especially large, however, you may not have a moment to spare.
You need to start thawing your Thanksgiving turkey today, if it’s this size
If you want to eat turkey on Thanksgiving, you may want to start thawing.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, which means it is nearly time to get the massive turkey out of your freezer for thawing. If your bird is especially large, however, you may not have a moment to spare.
On Thursday evening members of the Murray community gathered for a candlelight vigil honoring 16-year-old Elmer Borntragger who was killed last week in rural Clarke County when his horse-drawn buggy was struck from behind by a vehicle.
Iowa community gathers for candlelight vigil for Amish teen who died in hit-and-run
On Thursday evening members of the Murray community gathered for a candlelight vigil honoring 16-year-old Elmer Borntragger who was killed last week in rural Clarke County when his horse-drawn bugg…
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November 21, 2025 at 4:20 PM
On Thursday evening members of the Murray community gathered for a candlelight vigil honoring 16-year-old Elmer Borntragger who was killed last week in rural Clarke County when his horse-drawn buggy was struck from behind by a vehicle.