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Cresco man arrested in shooting investigation

Monday, December 5, 2022 2:58 pm

In a press release issued by the Decorah Police Department, it is reported that the Cresco Police Department arrested 23-year-old Tyler John Dozark of Cresco on Dec. 4 on an arrest warrant associated with the shooting that occurred on Dec 2, in Decorah.

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Echoes: Small “shooting affair” reported in Calmar

Monday, December 5, 2022 2:40 pm

A 75-year-old man who lives alone in Calmar shot a Decorah man thru both cheeks…

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Peer Recovery Zone focuses on mental health with a personal touch

Monday, December 5, 2022 2:36 pm

Mother-daughter team unique in Iowa

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Fort Atkinson Library ‘Supper with Santa’ fundraiser Dec. 7

Monday, December 5, 2022 2:28 pm

The Fort Atkinson Library is hosting “Supper with Santa” Wednesday, Dec. 7, at the Community Center in Fort Atkinson. Supper will be served from 5 to 7:30 p.m. 

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Lansing Fire Dept. event adds to holiday train visit Dec. 7

Monday, December 5, 2022 2:25 pm

As the Holiday Train visits Lansing Wednesday, the Fire Department has added to the festivities.

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Christmas and seasonal poetry Dec. 7 in Decorah

Monday, December 5, 2022 2:00 pm

The wonderful Dylan Thomas story, “A Child’s Christmas in Wales” will headline.

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Decorah Chorale concert Dec. 10

Monday, December 5, 2022 1:24 pm

The 22nd Annual “Home for Christmas” Decorah Chorale concert will be held Saturday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. at Decorah Lutheran Church.

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Picking the perfect Christmas Tree

Monday, December 5, 2022 1:00 pm

With a few tips and tricks from the National Christmas Tree Association you can find the perfect tree for your family and keep it healthy throughout the season. 

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Reports from the Winneshiek Co. Sheriff and Decorah PD

Sunday, December 4, 2022 2:57 pm

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Luren Singers concert Dec. 11

Sunday, December 4, 2022 12:33 pm

The Luren Singers will present their annual Christmas Concert Sunday, Dec. 11, at 3 p.m. at Decorah Lutheran Church.

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Library hosts December book discussions

Saturday, December 3, 2022 9:38 pm

Staff at the Decorah Public Library will host six book discussions in December.

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Library hosts December book discussions

Saturday, December 3, 2022 9:38 pm

Staff at the Decorah Public Library will host six book discussions in December.

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Holiday parade float winners announced

Friday, December 2, 2022 10:26 pm

Two winners were selected as the best representatives in Large Parade Float and Small Parade Float categories.  

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‘Dickens on Mill Street’ Family event at Heritage Center Dec. 3

Friday, December 2, 2022 9:57 pm

“Dickens On Mill Street” is a family event. Visits with Mother Christmas (the English Mrs. Claus), a children’s activity with live Dickens characters, carolers, a brass quartet, English treats served by a local Englishman and his wife and displays of early English settlers in Winneshiek County will be available to enjoy for a free will donation.

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New in the Driftless: Buck Me Up opens in downtown Waukon

Friday, December 2, 2022 9:51 pm

After opening a business in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Waukon resident Daneela McKee has rebranded the former Rain or Shine Treasures and opened Buck Me Up.

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Iowa Department of Education releases annual report on Iowa’s schools

Friday, December 2, 2022 9:41 pm

The 2022 Annual Condition of Education report includes data on preschool-through-12th grade student populations and demographics, academic achievement, postsecondary enrollment and completion, special education, teacher and school administrator characteristics and salaries and school financial information.

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Christmas magic and more in Ossian this weekend

Friday, December 2, 2022 9:29 pm

Events Saturday Dec. 3 at Wild Woods Event Center in addition to Magic of Christmas events Dec. 2-4.

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Porter House Holiday Open House Dec. 3

Friday, December 2, 2022 9:16 pm

The free event, which includes holiday decorations of the season, live music and treats.

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Development agreement deadline extended for Fox and Coon Club property

Friday, December 2, 2022 9:14 pm

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Change of venue motion filed in Whittle murder case

Friday, December 2, 2022 9:01 pm

District Court Judge Laura Parrish will hear arguments Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 2:30 p.m., at the Winneshiek County Courthouse.
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