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Storeowner Amanda Krumwiede in front of White Barn Picket Fence's front door.
02/11/2026 - 3:36pm
BRITT - White Barn Picket Fence, a family-owned-and-operated specialty shop and children's photography studio found on Britt's Main Street, officially joined the Britt Chamber of Commerce as of the start of 2026. The store, which is owned and run by...

Opinion

02/10/2026 - 2:48pm
The fourth week of the legislative session reminded me of the start of planting season. We’ve been preparing to get work done for a long time and we finally are “in the field” beginning that work. Subcommittees are the first step for any bill, so...

Sports

02/11/2026 - 3:43pm
EMMETSBURG - West Hancock travelled to Emmetsburg for a tri-dual including Spencer. The Eagles lost both duals.  "We will now begin a short training cycle  before the district meet in Ogden on Saturday," said coach Mark Sanger. As mentioned by coach...

Obituaries

02/04/2026 - 2:00pm
Karen I. Kerr, 87, of Waterloo, formerly of the Crystal Lake and Forest City area, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Oakwood Care Center in Clear Lake. A private family service will be held in the summer.  Cataldo Funeral Home of Britt is in...

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