Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties
Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties
The monthly Leader in Me Assembly covered "Emotional Bank Accounts." Students were reminded to make "deposits" by lifting others up instead of making "withdrawals" by not treating others how they want to be treated. The students enjoyed the Lighthouse Team's theatrical presentation on this topic, demonstrating examples of do's and don'ts.
Robert D. Blue Scholarship open for applications
Soon-to-be and former graduates of any Iowa high school who plan to pursue post-secondary education are encouraged to apply for the 2025 Robert D. Blue Scholarship. Awards are based on financial need, an original essay, academic achievement and recommendations.
"Last year, $8,500 was distributed to seven outstanding students on their education journey," said State Treasurer Roby Smith, in a news release. "Let your children, grandchildren and friends know about the Robert D. Blue Scholarship and this year, it could be a student in your life."
Governor Robert D. Blue created the Iowa Centennial Memorial Foundation in 1949. At that time, a scholarship fund was established to encourage students to attend Iowa's institutions of higher learning. The foundation officially named the scholarship after Governor Blue in 1990, and hopes to encourage the education development of Iowa's students and their work in public service fields.
Scholarship applications are only accepted online and must be submitted by May 10. Visit rdblue.org to apply and learn more.
NWI fishing report
Many larger lakes have areas of open water or areas that have iced over very recently. Be cautious of seams that have popped up on many lakes. Most area lakes have 15 or more inches of ice. The forecast calls for continued below freezing temperatures. Check ice thickness often when going out.
East Okoboji Lake: Ice thickness is around 14 inches in most areas. A handful of areas have just frozen over recently, mainly on the northern most basin.
Black crappie, good. Bluegill, good. Largemouth bass, fair. Yellow perch, good. Many perch seen; sorting most likely needed.
Ingham Lake: There is a large open hole just north of the island. Ice thickness is around 14.5 inches.
Walleye fair. Morning and afternoon bite is best.
Silver Lake (Dickinson): The lake aerator is in operation. Ice thickness is around 15.5 inches.
Walleye, good. Bite hit-or-miss, but very good when bite is on.
Spirit Lake: The lake has safe ice for fishing, but also has a large open water section off Big Stoney Point. Ice thickness is up to 14 inches in some locations; there are thinner areas on the main basin that froze more recently. There is no access on the south end due to a large heave.
Black crappie, good. Anglers are finding quality-size crappie up to 14-inches. Bluegill, good. Walleye, good. Yellow perch, good. Sorting is needed; anglers are finding many of acceptable size.
West Okoboji Lake: Most places have 14 inches of ice or more, but there are still many unsafe areas or areas of open water on the main lake.
Black crappie, fair. Bluegill, good.
