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Citywide sales
There are 26 sales, with some starting as early as today and some running through Sunday. Happy hunting! http://clreporter.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/CL06232022_A_13_BW.pdf
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Camp moves into the future while honoring past 75 years
(Above) In its earliest years tents had a hospital cot, orange crate night stand, straw mattresses and grass floors. Kerosene…
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Crews dig in to Emerald Edge Subdivision
Work has shifted into high gear at the Emerald Edge subdivision under construction north of Highway 18 near 16th Street…
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City will explore needs for potential housing development
by Marianne Gasaway Calling housing Clear Lake’s “number one need in the community,” City Administrator Scott Flory presented the City…
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The Library checks in to Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame
Pictures taken at the Mason City Library had all original members (L-R) in the two chairs is Mark Goslin, Mike…
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Callanan wins primary race for District 2 Supervisor
by Marianne Gasaway Incumbent Casey Callanan, of Clear Lake, was a convincing winner in the Cerro Gordo County District 2…
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Banners and trees on Main
Main Avenue is looking spiffy this summer. New street light pole banners were installed and right of way trees planted…
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Letting go can be hard – especially when it’s something you love
(Above) Our final photo together – Northeast Iowa’s Pike’s Peak State Park, located on the Upper Mississippi River. by…
Read MorePublic transit service will end June 30
by Marianne Gasaway One Vision has informed the City of Clear Lake that effective June 30 it will no longer…
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CL man charged with attempted murder
A Clear Lake man accused of trying to run over two people on a motorcycle is facing attempted murder charges.…
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One last act of service for Lioness Club
(Above) Members of the now-disbanded Clear Lake Lioness Club recently presented three framed items and a $600 donation to the…
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Lions roar back and claim State golf title
(Above) Clear Lake Girls State Champion Golf Team - Members of the 2022 Clear Lake girls state champion golf team…
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Honor, Remember, Reflect
(Above) A large group gathered at Clear Lake Cemetery Monday morning to participate in Memorial Day services. by Marianne Gasaway…
Read MoreLawmakers eliminate open enrollment deadline
by Katie Obradovich & Kate Kealey Iowa Capital Dispatch Iowa lawmakers ended the 2022 legislative session early Wednesday, May 25,…
Read MoreVoters head to polls Tuesday for primary
Callanan, McLaughlin face off for Supervisor seat Republican incumbent Casey Callanan, of Clear Lake, is being challenged by another Clear…
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Class of 2022 celebrates
by Marianne Gasaway Eighty-two seniors received their Clear Lake High School diplomas Sunday amid tears and cheers. “Wow! We made…
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Sholly resigns as CLEAR coordinator
(Above) Education has been at the heart of Jim Sholly’s work as CLEAR Project coordinator.-Reporter file photo. by Marianne Gasaway…
Read MoreHighway 18 speed limit will remain unchanged
by Marianne Gasaway The 45 mph speed limit on U.S. Highway 18 through Clear Lake will remain, despite a review…
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Garage Sale Weekend!
Check out this weekends http://clreporter.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/CL05182022_A_13_BW.pdf
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Same paper, different day
For decades, the Clear Lake Mirror-Reporter has arrived in mailboxes and stores on Wednesdays. Effective next week, your hometown newspaper…
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E-Edition
What are the benefits of the E-Edition?
- Easy Access - Can be read from anywhere with an internet connection(great for snowbirds).
- Simple to Use - Fullscreen mode, single-click zoom, simple navigation.
- Search Current & Archive - Quickly find articles by keyword or phrase in the current issue, and through back issues.
Remember When
by Chris BarragyRemember When 6-23-2022
(Above) Friends take in the sights - Three friends take in the sights along North Shore Drive. Pictured in the background…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 6-16-2022
(Above) Parasailing in 1997 - A new offering to Clear Lake in 1997 was para sailing. The sport can be enjoyed…
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by Chris BarragyRemember When 6-9-2022
Municipal Band, 1997 - The Clear Lake Municipal Band, under the direction of Lud Wangberg, opened its season in 1997 on…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 5-18-2022
(Above) Number one in 1997 - In 1997, Clear Lake’s shuttle hurdle relay team, featuring (L-R): Cathy Brookins, Kathy Bitker,…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 5-11-2022
(Above) Arbor Day, 1972 - Ventura fourth graders planted trees in observance of Arbor Day in 1972. Pictured is Mrs.…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 5-4-2022
(Above) Reading group, 1997 - Fifth grade students in Miss Jennifer Dean’s class experienced special adventures and fun in a…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 4-27-2022
(Above) Fish were biting in 1997 - The word was out in 1997 that the fishing was good on Clear…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 4-20-2022
by Michelle Watson 25 Years Ago April 1997 The Western Home has abandoned its plans to build a retirement complex…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 4-13-2022
(Above) Fishing at the grade, 1972 - It was one of spring’s first warm days in 1972, and a lot…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 4-6-2022
(Above) Farmers in 1972 go on a trip - The Ventura-Clear Lake area adult farmer class took 35 farmers from…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 3-30-2022
Pack 103, 1997 - Pictured here are the top salesmen for the annual Pack 103 popcorn sale in 1997. Pack…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 3-16-2022
Luck ‘O the Irish redheads - Whether your name be O’Brien, O’Malley, Mahoney, Finnegan or if you’re just an honorary…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 3-9-2022
(Above) All-Vets comes down in 1997 - The big debate of 1997 was the fate of the former All-Veteran’s Social…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 2-23-2022
(Above) 1972 gymnastics team - In 1972 this group of junior high and one ninth-grader girls came home from a…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 2-16-2022
(Above) Lakeside FFA, 1997 - The Lakeside Future Farmers of America chapter had a great turnout for their annual pancake…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 2-9-2022
Young wrestlers, 1997 - A total of 87 kindergarten through second graders participated in the Clear Lake Parks and Recreation…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 1-26-2022
Witke’s 1970 - Dick and Chet Garth were owners of Witke’s Restaurant since November of 1970. They continued the long…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 1-29-2022
1972 Snowmobile rally - In 1972, ideal weather conditions resulted in the best snowmobile rally ever held in Clear Lake. …
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 1-12-2022
(Above) 1997 VFW essay winners - The Clear Lake V.F.W. Post Auxiliary awarded these Central School students as winners in…
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by Clear Lake Mirror Reporter StaffRemember When 1-5-2022
Merchants help out in 1997 - Several local merchants helped the Lake Theatre to treat the public to free movie…
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