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Back-to-School Creativity Extravaganza Aug. 26

Tuesday, August 22, 2023 6:02 pm

There will be activities for all ages, including face painting, bouncy houses and mini-golf as well as the opportunity to create artwork.

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Area resident donated $5,000 to support Kids’ Art

Tuesday, August 22, 2023 5:02 pm

As an advocate of the many benefits of engaging in the visual arts, the anonymous donor wanted to incentivize young people to enter the Kids’ Art division at the Art Festival, not only for the youth that create the art but also the teachers who guide them.

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Star City Film Festival Lacey Awards given

Tuesday, August 22, 2023 4:07 pm

Many films were showcased over the three-day event, with Lacey Awards going to the following films:

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Dr. Gene Swella Jr. golf tournament benefits Palmer College

Tuesday, August 22, 2023 2:11 pm

His wife and daughters, Dianne, Meghan and Mariya Swella, host the golf tournament to honor their beloved dad and husband.

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No music in Spillville Friday

Tuesday, August 22, 2023 2:02 pm

There will be no music in the park Friday. The Avey Grouws Band slated to perform Friday, Aug. 25, for Spillville’s Summer Concert Series has cancelled their appearance.

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Ness recognized for 35 years

Tuesday, August 22, 2023 12:38 pm

Chris Ness (left), pictured with City Engineer Jeremy Bril, was recognized for 35 years of service to the Decorah Street Department.  Ness was honored at the August 21 Decorah City Council meeting.

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Captain Groth honored for 20 years

Tuesday, August 22, 2023 12:36 pm

Captain Mandy Groth, pictured at left with Decorah Police Chief Trish Thein, was recognized for 20 years of service with Decorah Police Department. Groth was honored at the August 21 Decorah City Council meeting.

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Beware: Heat related illnesses

Monday, August 21, 2023 3:16 pm

Even hotter, possibly record-setting temperatures are expected as the week continues. During extremely hot and humid weather, your body’s ability to cool itself is challenged.

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Lane closures on Lansing bridge begin Tuesday

Monday, August 21, 2023 3:07 pm

Drivers crossing over the Mississippi River via the Lansing bridge should be aware of lane closures Aug. 22-24.

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Iowa Secretary of State shares final results of Iowa State Fair Presidential Straw Poll

Monday, August 21, 2023 12:00 pm

Joe Biden, Donald Trump, and Raymond Wagner received the most votes in each of their political parties in Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate’s 2023 State Fair Straw Poll.

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