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Motorcycle fatality reported

Thursday, August 11, 2022 2:18 pm

Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call of a motorcycle accident on Old Stage Road, Aug. 10.

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Willow sculptor and mental health advocate is upcoming Lanesboro Artist in Residence

Wednesday, August 10, 2022 9:50 pm

During her residency, Bird will create and install a temporary large-scale outdoor sculpture made from fresh willow.

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Edward Blizzardhands will soon serve Fillmore and Houston counties

Wednesday, August 10, 2022 9:23 pm

The Minnesota Department of Transportation announced that the agency’s Name a Snowplow contest returned this year.

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Iowa Dairy Princess Raegan Kime reflects on her reign

Wednesday, August 10, 2022 9:16 pm

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Dance to transcend at DreamAcres

Wednesday, August 10, 2022 8:00 pm

Long known for bringing world class artistic performances to our area, the Dreamery Rural Arts Initiative welcomes the return of the South Indian dance form of Bharatanatyam to the barn at Dreamacres.

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Yard Waste keys now available

Tuesday, August 9, 2022 10:22 pm

The City of Decorah is announcing that residents who want to access the City’s Yard Waste Site outside of normal operating hours now must check out a key from City Hall.

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Finding an alternative to screen time for kids

Tuesday, August 9, 2022 1:53 pm

Helping children get out and enjoy more nature is important, and Decorah’s Ida Rotto has been doing something about it.

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Rising cost of food adds up to increased demand on local food pantries

Tuesday, August 9, 2022 1:50 pm

The Decorah Community Food Pantry needs help, as do all area food pantries.

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“Dessert Among Flowers” is cancelled

Wednesday, August 3, 2022 9:54 pm

The Decorah Town and Country Garden Club has cancelled the August “Dessert Among the Flowers” event.

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“Dessert Among Flowers” is cancelled

Wednesday, August 3, 2022 9:54 pm

The Decorah Town and Country Garden Club has cancelled the August “Dessert Among the Flowers” event.

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Luther professor’s photos added to museum collection

Wednesday, August 3, 2022 5:26 pm

Aaron Lurth, Luther College assistant professor of art, will have two photographs added to the permanent collection at the Figge Art Museum in Davenport.

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For the Record: City Manager discusses proposed Kwik Star on College Drive, Decorah

Wednesday, August 3, 2022 5:05 pm

In this edition, Decorah City Manager Travis Goedken helps clarify and define the stance of the City of Decorah and the role of its associated boards, councils and commissions on the proposed private sale of commercial property on College Drive to Kwik Star for the construction of a third store within the city limits. 

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Reports from the Decorah Police and Winneshiek County Sheriff

Wednesday, August 3, 2022 5:04 pm

A 9-1-1 call came in to the local law enforcement center shortly after noon on Wednesday, July 13, reporting a woman was screaming for help . . .

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Reaching out to Ukraine with support and supplies

Wednesday, August 3, 2022 4:58 pm

Decorah resident Tim Felton is gearing up to visit Ukraine to train and offer fellowship with police departments, military members and civilians as part of a training team who will visit Ukraine August 12 through 22.

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Turkey River Music Fest slated for Aug. 5 and 6

Wednesday, August 3, 2022 4:50 pm

Held August 5 and 6 this year, the Turkey River Music fest starts off with an evening of hard rock and metal music on Friday while Saturday features folk, blues and rock.

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Produce coupons offered to area seniors

Tuesday, August 2, 2022 2:16 am

Winneshiek Medical Center is offering senior citizens of the county a second distribution of free coupons to be used at the Decorah Area Farmers Market this season.

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Wearing camouflage to make Carl’s purpose clearer

Monday, August 1, 2022 7:33 pm

The ghillie suit, a type of camouflage outfit has been the focal point of Luther College Associate Professor of Art Aaron Lurth’s most recent series, “My Paper Tiger, Carl,” which depicts the anxiety Lurth has dealt with throughout his life. 

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Freeport Park grand opening Aug. 4

Monday, August 1, 2022 5:15 pm

Freeport Park will host a grand opening Thursday, Aug. 4, at 4 p.m.

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National Night Out here Aug. 2

Sunday, July 31, 2022 10:37 pm

Decorah Police Department and Helping Services for Youth and Families will host National Night Out Tuesday, Aug. 2, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Phelps Park in Decorah.

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‘All Directions Point Norse’ this weekend

Friday, July 29, 2022 9:25 pm

Nordic Fest July 28-30

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