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Kwik Star zoning request approved – with conditions

Thursday, September 22, 2022 2:21 pm

The long-awaited decision for the zoning change request for a third Kwik Star came to an end Monday, Sept. 19.

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Confessions of a Royal Watcher: Fare Thee Well, Queen Elizabeth II

Thursday, September 22, 2022 2:04 pm

Let’s get straight to the confessions. It’s healthy to keep a sense of humor, even when your world shatters.

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Food for thought: DCSD puts emphasis on local food for all ages

Wednesday, September 21, 2022 5:21 pm

In parts of the country, there are movements to return high-quality food to cafeterias, such is the case in Decorah.

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Field to Fork: For the love of carrots

Wednesday, September 21, 2022 5:13 pm

Growing up, I did not like carrots. In my defense, and in their dishonor, they were boiled to smithereens until all their life was gone. 

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Luther student earns grant for women’s health initiative

Wednesday, September 21, 2022 3:34 pm

Luther College student Junita Sangare ’25 received a $10,000 Davis Projects for Peace grant for her proposal titled “Girls Let’s Talk.”

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Hartz named to State ISTEP Council

Wednesday, September 21, 2022 3:31 pm

The Iowa Students for Tobacco Education and Prevention (ISTEP) Executive Council is welcoming Jenna Hartz from Decorah High School as its newest member. 

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Officer involved accident on Hwy 9

Wednesday, September 21, 2022 2:33 pm

The Iowa State Patrol investigated an accident on Highway 9 east of Decorah Sept. 15, at 4:14 p.m., involving a Winneshiek County Sheriff’s vehicle.

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‘Taste of the Trail’ events continue Sept. 24

Wednesday, September 21, 2022 2:32 pm

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OVCO event Sept. 25

Tuesday, September 20, 2022 8:27 pm

Oneota Valley Community Orchestra (OVCO) celebrates a return to live concert performances on Sunday, Sept. 25 at 3 p.m. in the Decorah High School Auditorium.

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Barn Tour this weekend

Monday, September 19, 2022 7:20 pm

The 22nd Annual statewide All-State Barn Tour is the most important event on the Iowa Barn Foundation’s tour calendar, held on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 24 and 25. 

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Decorah Royalty crowned

Monday, September 19, 2022 7:15 pm

Decorah celebrated homecoming Sept. 16. 

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Local bank takes on a ‘monster’ project during Community Impact Month

Monday, September 19, 2022 7:03 pm

“This amazing charity has given back so much to the Fillmore Central arts programs, we wanted to help give back to them. Plus, we love attending the Monster Bash each year. It never disappoints!”

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Here to play: New Luther football coach discusses philosophy, coaching styles, and making better players by making better people

Monday, September 19, 2022 6:57 pm

Despite coming into the position in the middle of the academic year, Troche felt as if he already knew what to expect. 

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Here to play: New Luther football coach discusses philosophy, coaching styles, and making better players by making better people

Monday, September 19, 2022 6:57 pm

Despite coming into the position in the middle of the academic year, Troche felt as if he already knew what to expect. 

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Driftless Bites and Brews Bingo winners announced

Monday, September 19, 2022 6:41 pm

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The trip of a lifetime: Nordic Dancers and Orchestra travel to Norway for Senior trip

Monday, September 19, 2022 6:20 pm

This trip is the culmination of almost a decade of dancing, fundraising and dedication from students—whose involvement began when they were in third grade. 

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City Council establishes public records request policy

Sunday, September 18, 2022 7:00 pm

The policy, drafted by city attorney John Anderson, provides structure for how the city will respond to requests as well as the fees to be charged for services provided by the city to the requesting body. 

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Rural drinking water survey released

Saturday, September 17, 2022 7:02 pm

Illustrates lack of private well testing, highlights unknowns in private well water quality in Iowa

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Rendezvous Days Sept. 24-25

Friday, September 16, 2022 1:44 pm

The Fort Atkinson Rendezvous Days celebration is planned Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 24-25, with a full schedule of activities for all ages.

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Bingo in the park this Sunday in Decorah

Wednesday, September 14, 2022 9:38 pm

Decorah Rocks’ Katy and John will be calling bingo!

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