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W14 tree removal can cause delays

Wednesday, November 23, 2022 10:10 pm

A portion of County Road W14, between Fort Atkinson and Spillville will be closed for tree removal from 9 a.m. Monday.

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Bluff Country Singers annual Christmas Concert is Dec. 11

Wednesday, November 23, 2022 8:51 pm

The Bluff Country Singers annual Christmas Concerts will be held on Sunday, Dec. 11, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. 

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18th annual Holiday Lights open Nov. 23 with walk-through event

Tuesday, November 22, 2022 7:53 pm

Holiday Lights will be ready for the opening walk-through night on Wednesday, Nov. 23, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Visitors will be able to walk through to see the lighted displays up close. 

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McDonald’s restaurants thank emergency service personnel with a free meal

Tuesday, November 22, 2022 2:30 pm

64 restaurants in Western WI, SE MN, & parts of Iowa participating

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Jury delivers $27 million verdict after misdiagnosis leads to permanent brain damage

Tuesday, November 22, 2022 1:39 pm

The victim, represented by Nick Rowley, sued UnityPoint Health, Iowa’s largest provider of hospital and health related services, after acute meningitis was misdiagnosed as the flu.

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Road closure slated Nov. 22

Monday, November 21, 2022 8:00 pm

A portion of Ridge Road will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 22, to allow for a tree removal.

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Road closure slated Nov. 22

Monday, November 21, 2022 8:00 pm

A portion of Ridge Road will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 22, to allow for a tree removal.

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Donlon Pharmacy celebrates 90th anniversary

Monday, November 21, 2022 7:04 pm

Donlon Pharmacy is celebrating their 90th anniversary this week – serving the area since 1932. The public is invited to join the week-long celebration of the independent pharmacy Nov. 21-26 (closed Thanksgiving).

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Water Street closure set for Nov. 21-23

Saturday, November 19, 2022 11:31 am

Water Street in downtown Decorah will be closed between Mechanic Street and Mill Street Nov. 21-23.

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Swans predict seasonal change

Friday, November 18, 2022 8:09 pm

A cacophonous harbinger of seasonal change arrived on sheltered waters of the Mississippi River last week. Tundra (a.k.a. mute swans) have been a reliable forecaster of winter’s arrival in the Driftless Area for decades.

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Situational awareness minimizes risk of becoming a crime victim

Friday, November 18, 2022 8:06 pm

In recent weeks, numerous posts and pictures have circulated through social media regarding vehicles being “tagged,” denoting the vehicle operator as vulnerable or a potential target. Decorah Police Chief Dave Smutzler assures readers that nothing of this sort has transpired in the area. 

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Gingerbread is theme of Decorah Holiday Parade, Dec. 1

Friday, November 18, 2022 8:00 pm

The Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce (DACC) announced the 2022 Holiday Lighted Parade will be held Thursday, Dec. 1.

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Driftless Home and Harvest: World Brown Swiss Breeders’ Association Conference puts focus on the Driftless region

Friday, November 18, 2022 7:47 pm

“I know we served 375 for lunch that day, and not everyone ate,” reported Barb. “We had 17 countries represented on our farm that day. And we’ve had long-time friends in the industry come and stay with us afterwards as well.” 

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Healthy tips for holiday travel

Friday, November 18, 2022 7:33 pm

Common viruses and close contact when traveling can wreak havoc on your immune system – especially during the holidays.

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Drop-off sites open for Operation Christmas Child

Friday, November 18, 2022 7:30 pm

As the Thanksgiving season approaches, many families and children are giving thanks and giving back—to children in need around the world through Operation Christmas Child. Drop-off locations are in Decorah, New Albin, and Spring Grove, Minn.

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Fishing outlook from the DNR

Friday, November 18, 2022 7:26 pm

Streams are in good condition. A reminder that hunting seasons are in full swing; be visible to hunters. 

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North Winn School sale finalized

Thursday, November 17, 2022 8:01 pm

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Final election results approved in Winneshiek County

Thursday, November 17, 2022 3:46 pm

The Nov. 8 election canvass was completed and approved by the Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors Tuesday, Nov. 15. 

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City leaf collection extended

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:18 pm

City of Decorah has notified residents that the curbside leaf collection program is extended through Wednesday, Nov. 23.

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Applications for county boards, commissions accepted

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 8:58 pm

Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors will accept applications for appointments to several county boards and commissions through Dec. 9.

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