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Campground Trunk or Treat at Lake Meyer Saturday

Wednesday, October 19, 2022 9:17 pm

Winneshiek County Conservation staff invite all to dress up and join the fun at the annual Lake Meyer Campground Trunk or Treat on Saturday.

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For the Record: Leaf collection ordinance changes explained

Wednesday, October 19, 2022 9:14 pm

In this edition, Jeremy Bril, City of Decorah Enginner, discusses the City of Decorah’s recent changes to the leaf collection program for city residents and businesses, where leaves can no longer be placed in city streets. Bril clarifies and explains the new procedures.  

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Reports from the Decorah Police and Winneshiek County Sheriff

Wednesday, October 19, 2022 9:11 pm

Decorah Police responded to a disturbance Oct. 6 at 7:53 a.m. . . .

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Eskens author discussion Oct. 25

Wednesday, October 19, 2022 8:39 pm

Minnesota author Allen Eskens returns to Decorah to discuss his new book ‘Forsaken Country’ on Tuesday, Oct. 25.

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A new face to a local camp should continue supporting faith and friendship

Wednesday, October 19, 2022 8:30 pm

This summer, the camp celebrated its 50th anniversary, showcasing several newly-remodeled spaces. 

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Deep Blue Sea’ production slated

Tuesday, October 18, 2022 1:53 pm

New Minowa Players Fall Children’s Show “The Deep Blue Sea” is Oct. 20-23 at the NMP Theatre in Decorah.

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Annual holiday craft fair Oct. 29-30

Sunday, October 16, 2022 11:19 pm

The 36th annual Northeast Iowa Holiday Craft and Bake Sale is Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 29 and 30, at Decorah High School.

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Oct. 30 concert to benefit Decorah Food Pantry

Sunday, October 16, 2022 11:17 pm

A community choral concert Sunday, Oct. 30, will benefit the Decorah Community Food Pantry.

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Decorah intersection closed on Tuesday

Sunday, October 16, 2022 10:45 pm

The intersection of Highway 9 and Blue Grass Drive in Decorah will be closedTuesday, Oct. 18

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Gemini presents DHS robotics team donation

Saturday, October 15, 2022 10:37 pm

Students from Decorah High School recently toured Gemini in Freeport and came away with a deeper understanding of the manufacturing process as well as a donation of $10,000 for the school’s robotics team.

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DCSD Board moves forward with sale of North Winn

Friday, October 14, 2022 11:29 pm

Board members were scrutinized for the handling of the sale by one area resident at Monday’s meeting.

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NMP children’s show approaches

Friday, October 14, 2022 11:27 pm

‘Deep Blue Sea’ will be performed Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 20-22, at 7 p.m., and again on Sunday, Oct. 23, at 2 p.m.

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Mass notification system now available

Friday, October 14, 2022 10:32 pm

The City of Decorah will now be able to communicate with its residents all at once using voice, text and email.  

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Friends of Library Week Oct. 16-22

Friday, October 14, 2022 7:00 pm

The Decorah Public Library joins other communities across the country in celebrating National Friends of Libraries Week, October 16-22, 2022, with the theme this year of “Friend Your Library”.

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Lid’s in Waukon earns top tenderloin prize

Friday, October 14, 2022 1:51 pm

Lid’s Bar & Grill in Waukon has won the 20th annual contest, presented by the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) and managed by its restaurant and foodservice committee.

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Candidate forum Oct. 27 at Luther College

Thursday, October 13, 2022 8:46 pm

The public is invited to learn more about candidates on the Nov. 8 ballot by attending the Luther College Candidate Forum Thursday, Oct. 27, at 7 p.m.

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Toppling Goliath goes pink

Thursday, October 13, 2022 7:16 pm

Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. in Decorah is hosting breast cancer awareness fundraisers this October. 

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Luther Distinguished Service Award recipients announced

Thursday, October 13, 2022 6:49 am

This year’s recipients are Michael Hovland ‘72, Richard Theiler ‘72, Karen (Brandt) Monsen ‘77, Tamara Gholson Bavendam ‘77, Rachel Reitan ‘87, Andrew Anderson ‘87, Joshua White ‘97, Amy Parker Fiebelkorn ‘97, Roy Brown Sartin ‘02 and Eli Williamson ‘02. 

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BookWalk this month at Decorah Prairie

Thursday, October 13, 2022 4:48 am

The Decorah Public Library, the Decorah Community School District, and the Decorah Parks and Recreation Department are hosting a BookWalk at the Decorah Community Prairie in October.

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Mississippi Band 50th anniversary concert Oct. 15

Wednesday, October 12, 2022 7:20 pm

A local musical tradition is celebrating its 50th anniversary of southern rock with a show at the historic Inwood Ballroom in Spillville.

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