Chamber honors an instrumental citizen

Published by admin on Wed, 07/01/2020 - 2:40pm

Jim Tjaden is named as parade grand marshal

by Marianne Gasaway

There won’t be a Fourth of July parade this year in Clear Lake, but the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce has bestowed the honor of Grand Marshal upon a worthy Clear Lake resident.

Jim Tjaden, founder of the Lakeside Dixiefest,  said he was shocked and honored when Alice Hanley, chair of the July 4th Committee, called him with the news.

4th of July 1995 1

Published by admin on Wed, 07/01/2020 - 2:39pm

Paige Burnets, of Clear Lake, was dressed in her holiday attire to watch the parade.

Coronavirus update:

Published by admin on Wed, 07/01/2020 - 2:37pm

Social distancing in place through July; School re-opening guidance

By Travis Fischer

Governor Kim Reynolds extended the ongoing public health emergency declaration last week, keeping social distancing regulations in place through July 25.

Coronavirus update:

Published by admin on Wed, 07/01/2020 - 2:37pm

Social distancing in place through July; School re-opening guidance

By Travis Fischer

Governor Kim Reynolds extended the ongoing public health emergency declaration last week, keeping social distancing regulations in place through July 25.

CLHS Class of 2020 perseveres

Published by admin on Wed, 06/24/2020 - 4:02pm

Senior class challenged to face obstacles, become the next ‘greatest generation’

by Marianne Gasaway

The Class of 2020 was born in the wake of 9/11, spent their middle school years in the midst of an economic crisis and graduated as a pandemic grips the nation.  But, speakers at Sunday’s commencement ceremony suggested that is what will make them great.

CLHS Class of 2020 perseveres

Published by admin on Wed, 06/24/2020 - 4:02pm

Senior class challenged to face obstacles, become the next ‘greatest generation’

by Marianne Gasaway

The Class of 2020 was born in the wake of 9/11, spent their middle school years in the midst of an economic crisis and graduated as a pandemic grips the nation.  But, speakers at Sunday’s commencement ceremony suggested that is what will make them great.

City gets ready to open new Splash Pad

Published by admin on Wed, 06/24/2020 - 3:52pm

(Above) Workers from Peterson Construction, of Webster City, are busy this month putting the finishing touches on the expanded Splash Pad, restrooms and shelter at City Beach.-Reporter photo by Chris Barragy.

In the summer of cancellations, there is finally something to look forward to!

The City of Clear Lake has announced it will hold a brief dedication ceremony for its new Splash Pad complex at City Beach at 10 a.m. Friday, July 3, and then open it up to the public to enjoy during the long Fourth of July holiday weekend.

City gets ready to open new Splash Pad

Published by admin on Wed, 06/24/2020 - 3:52pm

(Above) Workers from Peterson Construction, of Webster City, are busy this month putting the finishing touches on the expanded Splash Pad, restrooms and shelter at City Beach.-Reporter photo by Chris Barragy.

In the summer of cancellations, there is finally something to look forward to!

The City of Clear Lake has announced it will hold a brief dedication ceremony for its new Splash Pad complex at City Beach at 10 a.m. Friday, July 3, and then open it up to the public to enjoy during the long Fourth of July holiday weekend.

Central Gardens opts for virtual garden party

Published by admin on Wed, 06/24/2020 - 3:50pm

Non-profits face fundraising challenge with creativity

by Marianne Gasaway

It’s been said that gardening is an exercise in optimism.  That’s probably never been more true— especially for those involved with Central Gardens of North Iowa.

Central Gardens opts for virtual garden party

Published by admin on Wed, 06/24/2020 - 3:50pm

Non-profits face fundraising challenge with creativity

by Marianne Gasaway

It’s been said that gardening is an exercise in optimism.  That’s probably never been more true— especially for those involved with Central Gardens of North Iowa.

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