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Omaha Nation School Superindent Hauled Out of Board Meeting by Police
Wednesday, the Omaha Nation Public School's superintendent was hauled out a school board meeting by police. And so far, nobody seems to know why. So Thursday night the school board, along with parents
Archer, Iowa
Man Dies After Tractor Rollover
An Archer, Iowa, man is dead after a morning tractor accident. Archer and Primghar fire and rescue responded to a call around 11:00 a.m. yesterday of a man pinned under a tractor. The tractor, driven
Two South Sioux City Men Assaulted
South Sioux City police are investigating what they say was a gang related assault. Police say two men were walking on the 200 block of West 17th Street just after 2:15 Thursday afternoon when they were
Benefits to be Held of Brain-Injured 3-Month-Old
Two benefits will be held this weekend for a Sioux City baby. Three-month-old Adison Greenwood suffered a serious brain injury last week and was taken to St. Luke's hospital, and then later air lifted
Business Leaders Spend Time Behind Bars for MDA
Hometown business leaders spent some time behind bars for a good cause Thursday. Around 200 locals locked themselves in Sioux City's fire station one for about an hour, calling people from throughout the
Norfolk Narrows Down List of City Administrator Candidates
Norfolk, Nebraska, is one step closer to picking the new City Administrator. The field of 23 applicants is now down to four.
Siouxlanders 'Stand In Solidarity' After Large-Scale Immigration Raid
Monday's immigration raid in Postville, Iowa is causing concern and heartache among Siouxlanders. More than two dozen people gathered Thursday night at Sioux City's First United Methodist Church for
Kum & Go Stores Robbed for Fourth time in a Month
For the fourth time in less than a month, a suspect escapes with money from Kum and Go stores. Two Sioux City Kum and Go stores were robbed at gunpoint early Thursday morning. At 3:47 a.m. officers responded
Morningside Incident Draws Police, Drug Task Force
Police were on the scene Wednesday night of an incident at a home in Morningside, several marked Sioux City squad cars, including a K9 unit, were at a home on South Saint Aubin Street, officials that identified
Obama to Speak at Sioux Falls Arena Friday
Barack Obama will be stumping in Sioux Falls on Friday. He will be at the Sioux Falls arena at 7 p.m. Friday. Obama will speak to voters on his goal to bring change to the White House. The event is free
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5-year-old Kasha is One of 85 On Waiting List for Big Sister
Kasha likes to play dress up and to have her nails done.  Right now there are about 375 kids in the Siouxland area already matched up with a Big Brother or Big Sister, and Kasha would like to be one of them.
Briar Cliff Baseball Players Mentor Boys with Site-Based Mentoring
Technically this is called "Site-Based Mentoring" but ask the kids and they may tell you it's just a ton of fun, baseball players at Briar Cliff are teaming up with Big Brothers Big Sisters to match kids with mentors.
Outgoing 3rd Grader Patiently Waiting for Big Sister
9-year-old Destiny has a funny personality and can keep you lauging, as only a 3rd grader she has already put some thought into the future and says she'd like to be a doctor and a fashion designer.
Big Sister, Little Sister Match Build Bond
25-year-old Laressa and 8-year-old Deanna are one of about 150 current matches put together by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Siouxland. They've been matched for about six months, and are busy building a bond.
Learn More about the Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentoring Program
To learn more about Big Brothers Big Sisters go to their website or call 712-239-9890.
Generation Jackie
Students Graduate from Junior Fire Patrol Program
This past week a large group of South Sioux City 5th graders and their families had reason to celebrate as they completed a six-week course known as the Junior Fire Patrol Program.
16-Year-Old Musical Talent Loves What He Does
This week we introduce you to a 16-year-old who, in his young age, has already made a huge statement with his music.
Middle School Students Band Together to Support Teacher
A whole group of middle school students from Cherokee, Iowa, work together to help out one of their former teachers.
Motivated Student Gets Career Head Start with Project Lead the Way
Sioux City schools have a new curriculum series called 'Project Lead The Way', and one particular student is taking advantage of the program to pursue her dream in life, becoming an engineer.
"Hobby Day" Encourages 4th Grade Student Interests
The Kluckhohn Hobby Fair, a tradition at this elementary school for almost 15 years, showcases the many outside-of-school talents of Le Mars fourth graders.
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Come see Jackie sing at the Bandits Game!
KPTH / Hy-Vee Carnival!
Orange City Tulip Festival
Totally Awesome Teacher: Judi Robertson from South Sioux City
Totally Awesome Teacher: Justin Coury from Sacred Heart
Totally Awesome Teacher: Anthony Gall from West Middle School
Are You An Extraordinary Kid, or Do You Know One?
Nominate yourself or someone you know to be featured on the new KPTH News at Nine segment, Generation Jackie!
Jackie at Taco Johns
Check out all the photos of Jackie at Taco John's here!
Jackie Hosts KG95 "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?" Radio Contest!
Jackie joined KG95 DJs to host an "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?" radio contest! Click here to listen to Jackie's appearances on KG95!
Fox Entertainment  more>> 
David Archuleta and David Cook Compete for "American Idol" Crown Tuesday, May 20
FOX's Foot-Stomping, Toe-Tapping "So You Think You Can Dance" Returns for Season Four
FOX Invests in Live-Changing Unscripted Series "Secret Millionaire"
David Archuleta, David Cook and Syesha Mercado are "American Idol" Top Three Finalists
FOX's Sunday Animated Sons and Daughters Reveal Their Mother's Day Gifts to Help Inspire Yours
FOX Broadcasting Company and the New York Television Festival Announce "FOX-NYTVF Comedy Script Contest"
Archuleta, Cook, Castro and Mercado Are American Idol Final Four; White Eliminated
Carly Smithson Eliminated from American Idol
FOX Secures Renewable Energy for "American Idol" Season Finale
FOX takes back the Future with a Second Season of "Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles"
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Fresh Start Janitorial & Property Services
Are you looking for a rewarding career with opportunities for advancement, flexible hours and great benefits? Fresh Start has an immediate opportunity for you! Click here for more information.

21st Century Grain Processing
21st Century Grain Processing, a highly automated food processing facility in South Sioux City, Nebraska, has immediate openings! Click here for more information.

Sabre Towers and Poles
How high do you set your sights within your job? At Sabre Industries, the opportunities are like our towers and poles, sky high! We have immediate openings for a Material Handler/Asst. Fabrication Foreman, a Senior Buyer, and an Accounts Receivable Clerk. Click here for more information.

Third Presbyterian Church
Looking for a challenge? Like to "start from scratch"? We need a vibrant, dedicated, creative Christian who loves kids to help us build our Youth program. Click here for more information.

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Many positions available, from residential counselors to RNs and Physical Therapists. Start your rewarding career today! Click here for more information.

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