The YMCA of the Okobojis recently announced Kevin Godfredsen, Camp Foster’s Property Manager, is retiring after 40-plus years of service.

•Decision on date and location yet to come

Editor's note: The Oct. 6 edition of the Dickinson County News had already been sent to press by the time the Oct. 5 hearing took place. The Oct. 6 edition will contain coverage of the defense's request for a change of venue ahead of the hearing.

There was almost no rainfall in Iowa this past week, and the risk of fires associated with harvest are elevated in the western part of the state, according to the National Weather Service.

There now are “very high” risks of cropland fires in areas of northwest Iowa, the service says.

At one time, Jerry Clark could fit his collection of local historic items in a single room. Later, they merited an entire building — and then another. The Milford resident received one more item Friday afternoon, which he says will have to be put on prominent display.

The State Auditor's Office has completed its annual report on Dickinson County's financials. They didn't find any questionable expenditures, instances of non-compliance or weaknesses in the county's control over its major programs, but state auditors did have a few suggestions for county officials.

A local bar and grill will be closed for repairs after a vehicle passed through its south wall Saturday.

Funeral services were held Saturday in Sioux Center for an area woman and her unborn child who died Sept. 27, following a single vehicle car accident in Clay County.

The Okoboji Community School District extended a second congratulations to Connor Cunningham, who has been named a Commended Student in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship Program — the Okoboji High School Senior also recently earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs.

Spirit Lake Mayor Bruce Keenan, recently signed a proclamation recognizing Constitution Day/Week. Alice "Pokey" Jensen of the local DAR chapter said the occasion serves as a reminder to all that they can acquaint themselves with the U.S. Constitution or review its points — which she called the seven basic principles and the six big ideas — any time of year. (Photo submitted)

Students and staff at Lakes Partnership School will benefit from special funding provided by Care Connections of Northern Iowa.

The Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce had another successful University of Okoboji Oktoberfest last weekend. With nearly 600 registered bike riders and hundreds more attendees from near and far, the Iowa Great Lakes was filled with fall fun. The chamber and its staff would like to thank the countless volunteers for their time and assistance in making this year’s event a success.

James Lambert, age 37, of Spirit Lake was charged with trespassing at approximately 5:38 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27 in the 1600 block of Ithaca Avenue in Spirit Lake.

The Iowa County Recorders Association wants to make all veterans aware that recording or requesting military records is always free of charge for a veteran. In recent weeks it has been reported that a third-party company has been charging veterans to record these documents. Please remember to always contact the local county recorder for assistance recording or requesting military records.

Milford Memorial Library will be closed on Monday, Oct. 10, in observance of Columbus Day. We look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday, Oct. 11.

Dickinson County News office to be closed Oct. 14

Due to staff commitments, the Dickinson County News office will be closed Friday, Oct. 14. Those with urgent business may contact the Spencer Daily Reporter at 712-262-6610. The Dickinson County News office will be open for business as usual on Monday, Oct. 17.

Spirit Lake Library plans WWII discussion