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15 different designers sent models down the runway in outfits made of construction materials to honor Habitat for Humanity North Iowa’s work to supply housing. - Reporter photo by Jenna Prather

Wed, 05/07/2025 - 8:20am

Hammers & Heels shows off for a good cause

Last Thursday, May 1, Habitat for Humanity of North Central Iowa hosted their annual Hammers & Heels fashion show at the Surf Ballroom. The fundraising event featured a silent auction, a live...

City officials and Chamber members posing for a photo in front of the newly knocked in wall. - Reporter photo by Jenna Prather

Wed, 05/07/2025 - 8:18am

Chamber of Commerce breaks ground (or wall) on their new building

The Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce officially knocked down the first wall on their old building to make way for the new one on Tuesday, May 6. Chamber President and CEO Stacy Doughan led the event...

Wed, 05/07/2025 - 8:18am

Clear Lake locals notching three Iowa Travel Industry Partners awards

It was announced at Monday’s city council meeting that the Iowa Travel Industry Partners named three awards tied to Clear Lake. Clear Lake Mayor Nelson Crabb was named the group’s “Elected Official...

Governor Kim Reynolds and Clear Lake senior Owen Smith

Wed, 05/07/2025 - 8:17am

Smith recognized by Reynolds for academic excellence

Owen Smith, a student at Clear Lake High School, was recognized by Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Governor Chris Cournoyer for outstanding academic achievement at the 23rd Annual Governor’s Scholar...

Clear Lake’s Alex Kerr finishes the 100m at the Drake Relays. Kerr broke a Clear Lake record that had stood for 62-years and also reset his 100m time. - Reporter photo by Chanse Hall

Wed, 05/07/2025 - 8:11am

Kerr shatters 62-year-old record, running with purpose

A week out from Clear Lake’s tremendous Drake Relays appearance the Lion Track & Field teams continue to shine. On the boys side of the team, Alex Kerr continues to make his mark on the program...

TOP HEADLINES

15 different designers sent models down the runway in outfits made of construction materials to honor Habitat for Humanity North Iowa’s work to supply housing. - Reporter photo by Jenna Prather

Hammers & Heels shows off for a good cause

05/07/2025 - 8:20am
City officials and Chamber members posing for a photo in front of the newly knocked in wall. - Reporter photo by Jenna Prather

Chamber of Commerce breaks ground (or wall) on their new building

05/07/2025 - 8:18am
Clear Lake locals notching three Iowa Travel Industry Partners awards

05/07/2025 - 8:18am
Governor Kim Reynolds and Clear Lake senior Owen Smith

Smith recognized by Reynolds for academic excellence

05/07/2025 - 8:17am
Clear Lake’s Alex Kerr finishes the 100m at the Drake Relays. Kerr broke a Clear Lake record that had stood for 62-years and also reset his 100m time. - Reporter photo by Chanse Hall

Kerr shatters 62-year-old record, running with purpose

05/07/2025 - 8:11am
Maddie Leisure, Lauren Englin, Lydia Brattrud, Ella Landau

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Reese Brownlee

Lion girls track & field has big night in Garner as records tumble

05/07/2025 - 8:10am
Lion keeper Charlie Faber attempts to block a goal with his body in recent action. - Reporter photo by Chanse Hall

Boys soccer drops three

05/07/2025 - 8:09am
Hayden Shear has his eye on the ball as he gets set to return it to his opponent in recent action. - Reporter photo by Chanse Hall

Boys tennis splits games

05/07/2025 - 8:08am
Ashley Roberts serves against her Osage opponent. Roberts was one of two singles winners last week against the Iowa Falls-Alden Cadets. - Reporter photo by Chanse Hall

Lion girls tennis drops two

05/07/2025 - 8:07am
Emma Sonderman hits a chip shot onto the green during the Clear Lake girls tournament last week. - Reporter photo by Chanse Hall

Lion girls golf takes home triangular win after fourth in tournament

05/07/2025 - 8:06am
Lauren Jurgens attempts to dribble past a Cardinal defender it last weeks match. - Reporter photo by Chanse Hall

Girls soccer equals 2024 wins; continues to improve as season wraps

05/07/2025 - 8:06am
Dylan Plagge watches his putt before it drops in during a recent outing. - Reporter photo by Chanse Hall

Boys golf enjoying successful seasons for both JV and varsity

05/07/2025 - 8:05am
Wava Wickwire

Wava June Wickwire

05/07/2025 - 8:00am
Emma Sonderman putts at hole one Tuesday morning. - Reporter photo by Chanse Hall

Lions win NCC triangular, fall to Algona Bulldogs

04/30/2025 - 8:13am
Payton Enke is set to receive the serve in recent action. - Reporter photo by Chanse Hall

Lion girls tennis down Cubs

04/30/2025 - 8:10am

News

15 different designers sent models down the runway in outfits made of construction materials to honor Habitat for Humanity North Iowa’s work to supply housing. - Reporter photo by Jenna Prather

05/07/2025 - 8:20am

Hammers & Heels shows off for a good cause

Last Thursday, May 1, Habitat for Humanity of North Central Iowa hosted their annual Hammers & Heels fashion show at the Surf Ballroom. The fundraising event featured a silent auction, a live auction, and models strutting the runway in their...

Chamber of Commerce breaks ground (or wall) on their new building

Clear Lake locals notching three Iowa Travel Industry Partners awards

Smith recognized by Reynolds for academic excellence

American Reporter: retired former New York Times reporter holds strong ties to Clear Lake

Evelyn the Bulldog takes home Best Dressed at the Beautiful Bulldog Contest at Drake University

Sports

Clear Lake’s Alex Kerr finishes the 100m at the Drake Relays. Kerr broke a Clear Lake record that had stood for 62-years and also reset his 100m time. - Reporter photo by Chanse Hall

05/07/2025 - 8:11am

Kerr shatters 62-year-old record, running with purpose

A week out from Clear Lake’s tremendous Drake Relays appearance the Lion Track & Field teams continue to shine. On the boys side of the team, Alex Kerr continues to make his mark on the program. Unhappy with his 11.03 time in the 100 meter dash...

Lion girls track & field has big night in Garner as records tumble

Boys soccer drops three

Boys tennis splits games

Lion girls tennis drops two

Lion girls golf takes home triangular win after fourth in tournament

Obituaries

Wava Wickwire

05/07/2025 - 8:00am

Wava June Wickwire

Wava June Wickwire, 98, of Rockwell, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the Rockwell Community Nursing Facility. She joined her husband, Gordon, 10 days after his passing. They are holding hands again in Heaven. Wava June Vosburgh was...

Gordon Wickwire

Lois Watermiller

Richard Meinders Sr.

Mavis Differding

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