On the morning of Sept. 3, at approximately 9:10 a.m., the Clay County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a single-vehicle ATV accident in the 3200 mile of 330th Street near Lost Island.

A 2018 Ford Escape, driven by Dennis Heins, 76, of Spencer, was stopped at the stop sign at the intersection of Fourth Avenue West and West 18th Street, when Andrea Dailey, 71, of Spencer, traveling west through the intersection on her bicycle.

Heins stated he did not see the bicycle in the crosswalk and struck the bicycle traveling north in the crosswalk.

The city of Spencer may be looking to further the town’s economic development with a building in the Technical Park. The Spencer City Council met in a committee meeting on Tuesday to discuss constructing a speculative building out by Johnson Automotive.

The city’s new process for capital improvement planning has made some progress in the months since its approval. A two-year plan submitted by the city’s CIP committee received approval on Tuesday night from the Spencer City Council.

The approved plan will use approximately $1.4 million capital funds for the 2023-24 fiscal year. $609,000 is currently planned for the 2024-25 fiscal year, making a total of approximately $2 million in capital funds for the next two years.

Complaints about an odor from an egg processing facility on the west side of town have been received by the city since last spring. Recently, the city has taken some enforcement action in an attempt to get the odor eliminated.

SIOUX CENTRAL — The Sioux Central FFA chapter in Sioux Rapids has been awarded $5,000 as part of the Grants for Growing program. The nationwide program, sponsored by Tractor Supply Company, provides grant funds to local FFA chapters to support the development or improvement of agricultural education projects that enhance the classroom experiences for students through chapter engagement activities.

EMMETSBURG — Iowa Lakes Community College effectively equips students in construction technology with practical skills for a promising career in the construction industry by providing them with ample opportunities for hands-on projects. The college's partnership with the city of Emmetsburg and the Emmetsburg Economic Development Corporation in constructing a duplex at Rockport Development is just one example of how these students can showcase their abilities in real-world settings.

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THURSDAY, AUG. 31

Bishop Walker Nickless and the Sioux City Cathedral Parish are hosting a Blue Mass at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 29, the Feast of the Archangels — Sts. Michael, Gabriel and Raphael. The date was selected for the Mass due to St. Michael’s patronage of law enforcement.

Republican presidential hopeful, Vivek Ramaswamy, is planning a campaign breakfast rally at 9:15 a.m., Friday, at Tweeters in Okoboji.

Friday, as part of the Spencer football team’s home opener with rival Webster City, the community was invited to come out and support Salute to Service Night, honoring those who serve locally and nationally. Those being honored included local law enforcement, active military and veterans.

Anyone who is struggling to keep up with modern technology may want to check out a monthly program at the Spencer Public Library. IT Librarian Aimee Clark provides Tech Talks every month to guide community members through using free online applications.

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Goldstar Amusements returns for a 12th year at the Clay County Fair, powered by SMU, Sept. 9-17, with an addition of several newly remodeled rides.

“Working with GoldStar Amusements is a great partnership for the fair,” fair manager Jerome Hertel said. “We are glad to have a company with safe and fun rides for all ages to enjoy at the fair.”

Representatives from Community State Bank in Spencer presented a $25,000 donation to representatives of the Clay County Extension to go toward their Grow Clay County Building Project. (Photo submitted)