Fourth of July celebration was a record-breaker

Published by admin on Wed, 07/20/2016 - 3:50pm

Clear Lake’s six-day July 4th celebration was a record-breaking event, according to Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tim Coffey.

“It was one of the best— the (Evans United Shows) carnival had its best stay in 43 years.  I was told the parade crowds were the largest, fireworks were the best.  It was a very successful year,” Coffey told the City Council Monday night.  He estimated crowds at 70,000 plus.

City to begin tree trimming operation

Published by admin on Wed, 07/20/2016 - 3:48pm

The City of Clear Lake’s Public Works department will begin tree trimming operations on Monday, July 25,  and continue throughout the year as time permits.

City to begin tree trimming operation

Published by admin on Wed, 07/20/2016 - 3:48pm

The City of Clear Lake’s Public Works department will begin tree trimming operations on Monday, July 25,  and continue throughout the year as time permits.

Remember When 6-13-2016

Published by admin on Wed, 07/13/2016 - 10:43pm

(Above) A new way to catch a plane - Akro-flying champions teamed up for an exciting event at the National Air Show staged at the Mason City Airport in 1966.  In the photo a steel-nerved TV movie stunt man, Reds Didget, transferred from the hood of a new high-speed convertible onto a 12-foot rope ladder hanging from a “souped up” plane, that was flying overhead at 100 miles an hour.

25 Years Ago

July 1991

Remember When 6-13-2016

Published by admin on Wed, 07/13/2016 - 10:40pm

(Above)A new way to catch a plane - Akro-flying champions teamed up for an exciting event at the National Air Show staged at the Mason City Airport in 1966.  In the photo a steel-nerved TV movie stunt man, Reds Didget, transferred from the hood of a new high-speed convertible onto a 12-foot rope ladder hanging from a “souped up” plane, that was flying overhead at 100 miles an hour.

25 Years Ago

July 1991

Remember When 6-13-2016

Published by admin on Wed, 07/13/2016 - 10:40pm

(Above)A new way to catch a plane - Akro-flying champions teamed up for an exciting event at the National Air Show staged at the Mason City Airport in 1966.  In the photo a steel-nerved TV movie stunt man, Reds Didget, transferred from the hood of a new high-speed convertible onto a 12-foot rope ladder hanging from a “souped up” plane, that was flying overhead at 100 miles an hour.

25 Years Ago

July 1991

One game shy of a State Tournament berth

Published by admin on Wed, 07/13/2016 - 9:20pm

Clear Lake’s softball season ended one game shy of a State Tournament berth.  On Monday night,  Estherville-Lincoln Central, with a little help from the weather, posted a 6-2 victory in a weather-shortened game played in Estherville.

One game shy of a State Tournament berth

Published by admin on Wed, 07/13/2016 - 9:20pm

Clear Lake’s softball season ended one game shy of a State Tournament berth.  On Monday night,  Estherville-Lincoln Central, with a little help from the weather, posted a 6-2 victory in a weather-shortened game played in Estherville.

CL girls finish strong

Published by admin on Wed, 07/13/2016 - 9:19pm

(Above) Clear Lake pitcher Kiersten Baalson got the win on the mound for the Lions.  Baalson gave up six runs, three of them earned on seven hits.  She walked two and struck out two.  -Reporter photos by Chris Barragy

“It’s not where you start, it’s where you finish” -lyrics from the Broadway musical “Seesaw.”

CL girls finish strong

Published by admin on Wed, 07/13/2016 - 9:18pm

(Above) Clear Lake pitcher Kiersten Baalson got the win on the mound for the Lions.  Baalson gave up six runs, three of them earned on seven hits.  She walked two and struck out two.  -Reporter photos by Chris Barragy

“It’s not where you start, it’s where you finish” -lyrics from the Broadway musical “Seesaw.”

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