BY RANDY M. CAUTHRON & RUSS MITCHELL

As Lakes residents stocked up on provisions to welcome in 2025, more than a few outdoors enthusiasts grabbed their rods and bait for some downright balmy ice fishing.

The Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce on Monday announced the five individuals and two couples who will represent the region as 2025 University of Okoboji Winter Games Cheerleaders.

The Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce has drop-off points for the area’s natural evergreen trees and wreaths. Visit lots at Arnolds Park Amusement Park (seen here) and the Dickinson County Expo Building.