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Pheasants Forever field day June 23

Friday, June 17, 2022 1:03 pm

Winneshiek County Pheasants Forever will be hosting a field day Thursday, June 23, from 6 to 7 p.m. to provide information about pollinator habitat, pheasant nesting, management of native cover, benefits to water quality, and soil health.

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Open hours at City Yard Waste Site

Thursday, June 16, 2022 1:47 pm

The Decorah Yard Waste Site will have open hours starting Wednesday, June 22.

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Art on Washington returns June 25

Thursday, June 16, 2022 1:43 pm

The 2nd annual Art on Washington Art Festival is Saturday, June 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Students use remote technology to study Decorah

Tuesday, June 14, 2022 7:39 pm

Luther College students are using their archeology knowledge and specialized technology to learn more about a piece of Decorah history – the Ice Cave Mill.

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Observing Flag Day June 14

Tuesday, June 14, 2022 2:21 am

The Winneshiek County Courthouse has a repository to dispose of unserviceable flags.

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2022 Governor’s Volunteer Award recipients recognized

Monday, June 13, 2022 5:27 pm

Several local volunteers were honored, including Deb Tekippe and Carol Hemesath of the Northeast Iowa Retired Seniors Volunteer Program (RSVP); Heidi Pechota of Decorah; Dr. Merill Guarneri of Calmar for 10 Years of Service; and Beverly Phillips of Mabel, Minn.

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Celebrating Dairy Month: Elsbernd family serious about dairy, now and for future generations

Friday, June 10, 2022 8:56 pm

The Elsbernd Family of Calmar was recognized by the Winneshiek County Dairy Association as the Distinguished Dairy Family this spring.

 
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Library offers outdoor yoga for families

Friday, June 10, 2022 8:51 pm

Looking for a way to incorporate movement, mindfulness and some playful streching into the family routine? Decorah Public Library is partnering with Root to Rise Holistic Wellness to offer free weekly yoga at Phelps Park.

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Crews performing circuit inspection in Decorah

Friday, June 10, 2022 1:26 pm

Osmose crews may need to access customer’s property.

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Partner family sought by Habitat for Humanity

Friday, June 10, 2022 3:04 am

The next building site for Winneshiek County Habitat for Humanity (WCHFH) will be in Fort Atkinson.

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Family Fun opportunities at local library

Friday, June 10, 2022 12:43 am

The Decorah Public Library is hosting performers, educators and presenters from across the Midwest as part of the “Beyond the Beaten Path” summer reading program.

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Winneshiek Raceway race day change this Sunday

Thursday, June 9, 2022 9:07 pm

The raceway is usually open only on Saturdays but was approved by the Decorah City Council to race on Sunday.

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New members named to Luther Board of Regents

Thursday, June 9, 2022 1:54 am

Named new Luther College Board of Regents members recently are Liang Chee Wee of Decorah, Alessandro Raniolo and Leah Vriesman.

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Primary voter turnout “average”

Wednesday, June 8, 2022 3:45 am

Voter turnout was “average” for Tuesday’s Primary Election, according to Winneshiek County Auditor Ben Steines. A total of 2,587 ballots were cast in the county, with 940 residents voting absentee.

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Decorah Rocks spreads kindness, happiness globally

Wednesday, June 8, 2022 1:01 am

Painting in the park event is June 11 

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Decorah Municipal Electrical Utility Task Force education series continues

Tuesday, June 7, 2022 2:47 pm

On June 9th from 5:15-6:15 p.m., the General Manager of Osage Municipal Utilities, Stacy Walsh will present.

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IowaWORKS to Host “Walk-in Wednesday” Hiring Event

Tuesday, June 7, 2022 2:42 pm

The Decorah IowaWORKS Center will be offering job seekers a unique opportunity to connect with employers. 

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Painting party in the Park

Tuesday, June 7, 2022 2:05 pm

Free painting party with Decorah Rocks is scheduled for Saturday, June 11, 5 to 7 p.m., at Will Baker Park in Decorah. 

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Walden Pond legacy lives on

Tuesday, June 7, 2022 2:01 pm

A new outdoor space has been dedicated in Winneshiek County, and it promises to create outdoor recreation opportunities well into the future.

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Heivly Street to be closed June 7

Monday, June 6, 2022 10:52 pm

The City of Decorah has notified residents that Heivly Street between Mill Street and Mechanic Street will be closed Tuesday, June 7, starting at 7 a.m. Traffic will be detoured to Water Street. The closure is to allow for connection of a new water service.

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