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Greetings from the Statehouse: Second week of Session

Friday, January 28, 2022 9:46 pm

The Waucoma Fire Department was represented at the chili cook-off in the Capitol on Tuesday, Jan. 18.

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2022 Robert D. Blue Scholarship application now open

Friday, January 28, 2022 9:43 pm

“We’re looking for students who exemplify greatness.” 

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A&J separate real estate and insurance

Thursday, January 27, 2022 9:20 pm

As they begin their 90th year in business, insurance and real estate will now operate as separate entities.  

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Klimesh’s Corner: In the second week of session

Thursday, January 27, 2022 4:42 pm

While the second week of the legislative session was shortened due to Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we have held subcommittee meetings on bills and started our work on the many proposals we have for this year.

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Decorah Sustainability Commission endorses backyard composting efforts

Wednesday, January 26, 2022 10:15 pm

The Decorah Sustainability Commission (DSC) recently endorsed a project that hopes to increase residential composting in Decorah and throughout Winneshiek County.

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Luther hosts Black History Month lecture Feb. 10

Wednesday, January 26, 2022 4:51 pm

In recognition of Black History Month, Luther College is hosting “The Politics of Critical Race Theory,” a lecture by Gloria Ladson-Billings, via Zoom Thursday, Feb. 10, at 7 p.m.

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Train vs. bus accident Tuesday near Castalia

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 10:48 pm

Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office responded to a train vs. bus accident in between Postville and Castalia.

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Driftless Weddings: Reconnecting in Canton, a second chance at love

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 12:40 pm

For Dean and Marsha (Fairchild) Bergey, love is better the second time around. The two started out in kindergarten class together . . .

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Decorah’s new bridal shop offers bride a dream dress to remember …

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 11:56 am

‘The Dress by Morgan Lynn’ makes magic happen for Augusta

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Decorah’s new bridal shop offers bride a dream dress to remember …

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 11:56 am

‘The Dress by Morgan Lynn’ makes magic happen for Augusta

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DHS speech students excel at Districts

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 1:33 am

Decorah High School (DHS) speech students performed well at District Contest Jan. 22 at Waterloo West High School.

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Fretheim retires after 46 years with Farmers Win Co-op

Monday, January 24, 2022 6:49 pm

“Just be on time and try to do your best,” is the motto Warren Fretheim of Ridgeway has stuck to the last 46 years while working for Farmers Win Co-op. 

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Viking Pride Community Wide: Supporting students mental health

Monday, January 24, 2022 6:47 pm

The Decorah Community School District has been promoting their Viking Pride Community Wide program to work collaboratively to support the social emotional needs of the students and the mental health of the children, families and community. 

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Marquette family embroiled in a battle for life

Monday, January 24, 2022 6:04 pm

Funds are being raised to support Marquette youth Shaun Mohs and mother Misty. Shaun is awaiting a much-needed liver evaluation and transplant after years of severe health concerns, but plans have been delayed by red tape and COVID-related delays.

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Decorah school’s open enrollment deadlines announced

Sunday, January 23, 2022 6:58 pm

March 1 is the deadline for filing an Open Enrollment Application for students grades one through twelve in the Decorah Community School District for the 2022-2023 school year. 

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Reports from the Winneshiek Co. Sheriff and Decorah PD

Sunday, January 23, 2022 6:56 pm

Decorah Police were dispatched to Pulpit Rock Brewery in Decorah . . . 

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New appointments to Decorah committees, boards

Sunday, January 23, 2022 6:51 pm

At the Jan. 18 meeting, the Decorah City Council approved several new appointments to various boards and committees, including the Tree Committee, Board of Adjustment, Human Rights Commission and Planning and Zoning Commission.

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Snow emergency declared

Saturday, January 22, 2022 9:58 pm

The City of Decorah notifies residents of a snow emergency Jan. 22 at 5 p.m. through Jan. 25 at 5 p.m.

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Klimesh’s Corner: The 2022 Legislative Session has officially begun

Saturday, January 22, 2022 9:40 pm

The first week had introductory committee meetings to set the stage for the coming weeks. Senators will have a number of bills and issues to consider. As we work through these issues and bills, please feel free to contact me with questions or concerns.

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Democrats meet Jan. 27 online

Friday, January 21, 2022 10:54 pm

Winneshiek County Democrats will meet Thursday, Jan. 27, online, because of the increased COVID positivity rates in Winneshiek County. 

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