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Mary Ann Gloe showcases new works at ArtHaus

Friday, May 27, 2022 1:11 pm

Mary Ann Gloe is the featured artist at the ArtHaus Doyle G. Heyveld Gallery beginning Friday, May 27.

Walden Pond Open House May 28

Friday, May 27, 2022 1:09 pm

Join the donors of Walden Pond and Winneshiek County Conservation Board staff for an open house on Saturday, May 28, from 2 to 4 p.m.

Walden Pond Open House May 28

Friday, May 27, 2022 1:09 pm

Join the donors of Walden Pond and Winneshiek County Conservation Board staff for an open house on Saturday, May 28, from 2 to 4 p.m.

Memorial Day plans in the Driftless

Friday, May 27, 2022 1:06 pm

Decorah The Monday, May 30, Memorial Day celebration in Decorah will be observed with a parade and program held at the courthouse north steps. Veterans are encouraged to meet on 5th Avenue near the Decorah Bridge by 9:30 a.m., to …

Master Gardener Training offered in area

Thursday, May 26, 2022 2:00 pm

The application window opens June 3 for this year’s Fall Master Gardener training session, being offered in Winneshiek County and 58 other counties or extension regions.

227th Ave. closed in Winneshiek County

Thursday, May 26, 2022 1:33 pm

Road closure beginning Thursday, May 26.

Senior Hospitality Center campaign announced

Thursday, May 26, 2022 1:11 pm

Members of the Senior Citizens Hospitality Center in Decorah are just “older kids” needing a better playground and learning center. A campaign to raise funds has been announced.

Memorial Day Concert announced

Wednesday, May 25, 2022 1:25 pm

The Porter House Museum will host a free public Memorial Day concert May 30 at 3 p.m. Reservations are encouraged by May 26.

Cops and Rodders Car show success

Tuesday, May 24, 2022 3:06 pm

Over 151 judged and 12 unjudged entries were on display, with the bright sun glinting off the blocks packed with shining paint and glistening chrome. 

Farm, to Hub-to-Hub, to table

Tuesday, May 24, 2022 2:55 pm

Iowa Food Hub expands what ‘local’ food looks like

DHS Class of 2022

Tuesday, May 24, 2022 2:52 pm

Decorah High School commencement was held Sunday, May 22.

NICC Board of Trustees welcomes new member

Tuesday, May 24, 2022 1:57 pm

The Northeast Iowa Community College Board of Trustees appointed Dean Sherman on May 16.

Firemen’s Associiation benefit rodeo June 10

Monday, May 23, 2022 11:43 pm

The Winneshiek Firemen’s Bull Bash, a non-profit organization, is hosting a fundraiser June 10.

Pleasant Avenue closure starts May 24

Saturday, May 21, 2022 12:30 am

The City of Decorah is notifying residents of the closure of Pleasant Avenue between Day Street and Carlson Park starting on Tuesday, May 24, at 8 a.m.

Reports from the Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office

Friday, May 20, 2022 9:35 pm

A rollover accident near Decorah caused an estimated $30,000 in damages…

Sheriff’s Office reports a busy year to date

Friday, May 20, 2022 9:19 pm

According to Marx, the number of calls for service the Sheriff’s Office receives has increased dramatically in recent years, with up to 4,000 calls received since Jan. 1, 2022.

eBikes: More popular than electric cars?

Friday, May 20, 2022 9:16 pm

With “Bike to Work Week” taking place from May 16-22, it’s never been a better time to break out your old bike or give an eBike a try for a car-less commute.

Bluffside Gardens: Unique new lodging may soon be reality in Decorah

Friday, May 20, 2022 9:13 pm

Construction is planned to begin this summer through the end of the year for a unique and transformative short-term lodging option in Decorah. 

A filling spinach recipe to shake up salad season

Friday, May 20, 2022 8:57 pm

The magic of spinach is that it can “overwinter” – survive through the winter for harvest in the spring – even here in the Upper Midwest.