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Jaime Sigaran, far left, with American Rivers, Maritza Mendoza, with GreenLatinos (cq), and Thea Louis, with Clean Water Action, join …

Well, the bad news is worse. Now The Iowa Environmental Council’s water quality testing for the week of 7/21 shows, not only E-Coli present in Lower Pine Lake, but also

Dangerous Ice Conditions Exist on All Lakes and Streams AJ Taylor4 weeks agoLast Updated: March 13, 2021 If you’re headed out fishing, please do your part to keep yourself and others safe by following COVID-19 public health and safety guidelines. Go fishing only if you’re feeling well. Practice proper social distancing (at least 6 feet away from people who don’t live in your household) and keep a face covering handy for when social distancing cannot be maintained. Frequently wash your han...

AJ TaylorJanuary 9, 2021Last Updated: February 28, 2021 Area ice fishing is underway on most area lakes and rivers. Stay safe when fishing with these tips: Try a new fishing spot — if your regular fishing location is popular and busy, try out a new one that is not so crowded. Once you find your spot, keep at least 6 feet of distance between you and other groups. Stick with your immediate family, but keep groups to fewer than 10 people. Bring lures from home instead of buying bait to min...

AJ TaylorJanuary 2, 2021Last Updated: December 31, 2020 The weekend fishing outlook appears to be a quiet but cold Saturday and Sunday. Saturday will be mostly sunny and 26 while Sunday will be the same and a little warmer at 29. Area lakes are frozen over, but caution must be used when venturing out on the ice. Make sure that the ice is clear and at least four inches deep. Take the necessary safety precautions at all times. Stay safe when fishing with these tips: Try a new fishing spot — i...