Paddlefish stocked in Lake Rathbun could become Iowa’s next trophy catch

The Iowa DNR fisheries biologist overseeing the stocking of paddlefish into Lake Rathbun in southern Iowa is pleased with the results. Fisheries biologist Mark Flammang says it’s remarkable how fast the fish grow, and the first group stocked is now around 36 inches long. “And they’re probably weighing around 15 and maybe even some approaching […]

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Donald Schmitt, 92, Storm Lake

Donald Schmitt, age 92, of Storm Lake, Iowa died March 25, 2026 at Methodist Manor Retirement Community in Storm Lake. Funeral

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