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DNR Discourages Swimming at Emerson Bay Due To Bacteria Levels

DNR Discourages Swimming at Emerson Bay Due To Bacteria Levels

Spirit Lake, IA (KICD 107.7 Radio)– A public beach in the Iowa Great Lakes has a swimming advisory headed into the last weekend before labor Day. The Iowa DNR does periodic tests at public beaches, and the last test on Wednesday indicates a higher than normal level of...

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In case you missed it…..Northern Lights, known as the aurora borealis, have appeared as far south as here in northern Iowa over the past few nights. Although not as intense as farther north, the colors are still pretty incredible, Good friend, Bill Beardsley (Prairie Ridge Photography) took this photo last night (Friday evening) about 8:30 p.m. on Big Spirit. Thanks for sharing, Bill!Keys to success include finding a location away from city lights and with a clear view to the north, your chances improve. The darker the night sky with no clouds, the better the chance of seeing the northern lights. ... See MoreSee Less
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Snow covered bridge linking Okoboji & Arnolds Park. When we work together to protect our area, we can accomplish much!Glad I stuck around for sunset. Fresh powder made for a pretty one 🌨️ ... See MoreSee Less
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