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DCSD implements mask requirement for PK-6, reports active COVID cases

Friday, September 24, 2021 10:35 pm

Total number of students and staff in isolation (currently positive) for COVID-19:

Connor Hopkins’ Driftless Playlist: All things Avey Grouws Band

Friday, September 24, 2021 9:26 pm

Connor sits down with Jeni Grouws—lead singer, frontwoman, business manager—to discuss all things Avey Grouws. 

At 100, Verne Koenig reflects on his eventful life and career

Friday, September 24, 2021 9:19 pm

Milestone birthday open house in Decorah October 2

Decorah Homecoming 2021

Friday, September 24, 2021 9:14 pm

Decorah schools celebrated homecoming Friday, September 24.

New 48-unit apartment complex nears completion

Friday, September 24, 2021 8:16 pm

A new multi-family apartment development project called Briar Grove Apartments will open in the coming months on the east edge of Decorah.

Iowa Workforce Development and IowaWORKS offer “Walk-in Wednesday”

Thursday, September 23, 2021 9:51 pm

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

Luther prof receives $150,000 grant

Thursday, September 23, 2021 9:16 pm

Luther College Physics Professor Todd Pedlar has received his sixth consecutive National Science Foundation research grant.

Echoes of the Past: Area governors exchange modern ‘wireless’ greetings

Thursday, September 23, 2021 1:11 pm

ONE HUNDRED YEARS AGO: In front page news from back in 1921, it is reported that . . . 

21st All-State Barn Tour Sept. 25-26

Thursday, September 23, 2021 8:23 am

The Iowa Barn Foundation has an exciting lineup of historic barns scheduled for the 2021 Iowa Barn Tour Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 25 and 26. 

Official listing of candidates for Nov. 2 elections announced

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 9:07 pm

An official listing of candidates for the upcoming city/school election Nov. 2 has been released by Winneshiek County Auditor Ben Steines 

Luana Savings Bank clarifies current position

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 8:20 pm

Recently, there have been reports about pending matters involving Luana Savings Bank and the FDIC and Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (“FHLB”).

First-of-its-kind energy line passes through Winneshiek County

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 8:14 pm

The SOO Green Renewable Rail high-voltage direct current (HVDC) link is planned to run 350 miles from Mason City to Plano, Ill., to provide some of Iowa’s wind energy to the eastern market.

Decorah schools mask mandate effective Sept. 27

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 8:07 pm

Ultimately, following a lengthy discussion and review of several perspectives, the board moved to institute a mask mandate.

October book discussion announced

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 3:55 pm

Staff at Decorah Public Library will host five book discussions in October.

Historic Preservation Commission receives funds from hotel/motel marketing committee

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 3:49 pm

Future publication of Historic Mills in Winneshiek County recently received funding from the Winneshiek County Hotel/Motel Marketing Committee.

Project HopFisch: A cheers heard around Iowa

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 1:34 pm

“The two goals of this beer were, first and foremost, to be a great beer. Second, that we donated 100% of the proceeds . . . “

Freaky Freedom 5K in Decorah Oct. 30

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 1:00 pm

The Freaky Freedom 5K fun run/walk has been scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 30, in Decorah. 

Timing of agenda for Monday’s special meeting of the DCSD Board of Directors

Monday, September 20, 2021 4:17 pm

Individuals most interested in observing the board discussion can plan to arrive by 6:45 p.m.

Critical need for blood donations

Monday, September 20, 2021 4:10 pm

Massive transfusions deplete blood supply

Iron Hill Harley-Davidson Driftless Biker Bingo winners announced

Monday, September 20, 2021 3:22 pm

Thank you to all the 2021 Iron Hill Harley-Davidson Driftless Biker Bingo sponsors and players. Grand prize winners are . . .