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Opening Ceremonies 2023

Monday, July 31, 2023 1:22 pm

Nordic Fest 2023 opened with a flair Thursday night, July 27, in front of the Winneshiek County Courthouse. Look for more photos in the Driftless Journal, Public Opinion and on this website. 

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Iowa efforts to combat human trafficking

Friday, July 28, 2023 2:00 pm

Working together to raise awareness about the dangers of the crime and ways to prevent it.

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Nordic Fest Yard and Garden Tours July 28-29

Thursday, July 27, 2023 11:26 am

Each year during Nordic Fest the Town and Country Garden Club coordinates three beautiful yard and garden tours for the public to enjoy through self-tours at one’s own pace.

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Scam alert

Thursday, July 27, 2023 9:37 am

The Decorah Police Department was notified of an advertising campaign soliciting donations that, based on appearances, supports the Decorah Police Department.

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A tough year for trees in the Driftless

Wednesday, July 26, 2023 6:14 pm

Many Driftless Region residents have noticed the many defoliated and struggling trees this growing season.

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Dahls earn Winneshiek County Fair award

Wednesday, July 26, 2023 3:39 pm

The Distinguished Service Award is given to individuals who volunteer and dedicate their time and services during the Winneshiek County Fair.

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Schmitts named Winneshiek County 2023 4-H Hall of Fame recipients

Wednesday, July 26, 2023 3:17 pm

Mark and Diane Schmitt of Fort Atkinson were awarded the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame award at the 2023 Winneshiek County 4-H/FFA Livestock Auction Saturday, July 15, at the Winneshiek County Fair.

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Fishing low water in high summer

Wednesday, July 26, 2023 3:13 pm

Last summer’s low water levels in the Upper Mississippi didn’t even make the top-20 list for low water levels the Corps of Engineers has kept for almost 100 years. The river’s low water in 2022 came within four inches of marks set in 1988 and 21 years before that in 1967, exposing bottom structure which would hold fish when the Father of Waters returned to normal pool levels – and beyond.

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Winneshiek County 4-H hosts Clothing, Foods and Communications Day

Wednesday, July 26, 2023 2:46 pm

Winneshiek County 4-H hosted Clothing, Foods and Communications Day on June 21, at the Decorah Lutheran Church, Decorah. The day started out with clothing judging where youth participated in project areas such as Fashion Revue, Clothing Selection, $20 Challenge and new for 2023, Innovative Design.

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Rock painting at Nordic Fest

Wednesday, July 26, 2023 2:23 pm

Decorah Rock painting is back at Nordic Fest on Friday, July 28 from 2 to 4 p.m.

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