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Luther Woman’s Club history presented Sept. 21

Monday, September 13, 2021 10:33 pm

Who founded the Luther College Woman’s Club (LCWC), and how did these visionary women contribute to the college community? Find out at the LCWC’s next meeting, to be held Tuesday, Sept. 21, at 1:30 p.m. in Peace Dining Room, Dahl Centennial Union, on the Luther campus.

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Connor Hopkins’ Driftless Playlist: Buck Hollow Band brings song and dance to Driftless area for three decades

Monday, September 13, 2021 5:02 pm

 . . .  it seems as though no band gets the crowd riled up quite like the Buck Hollow Band. 

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Local residents ensure bowling remains a family activity in Decorah

Sunday, September 12, 2021 1:24 pm

Michael Bruening, Keith Bruening and Russell Novak recently entered an agreement to purchase Oneota Lanes.

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Luther student develops framework for new education system

Sunday, September 12, 2021 12:38 am

This summer, Luther College student Megan Priest worked on developing a new curriculum framework that would shift away from the traditional education system towards more progressive practices.

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Decorah man wins second big lottery prize In 2021

Friday, September 10, 2021 5:02 pm

Daniel Kirkeby claims $50,000 prize in ‘20X Cash’ Game

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Decorah Pride Festival planned for Oct. 7-9

Friday, September 10, 2021 1:17 pm

Pride is a celebration of people of diverse sexual and gender identities and expressions.

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Winneshiek County Public Health seeks new location

Friday, September 10, 2021 1:08 pm

 Due to the building’s limitations, and the growing need for Public Health Services, the department is seeking a new location.

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DCSD named in petition to reinstate mask mandates in schools

Friday, September 10, 2021 1:07 pm

A petition has been filed on behalf of the Arc of Iowa and parents of children with disabilities against Gov. Kim Reynolds, Director of the Department of Education Ann Lebo and 10 Iowa School Districts, including Decorah Community School District.

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185th Street bridge now open to traffic

Friday, September 10, 2021 1:05 pm

The bridge is located approximately 2,600 feet East of the intersection of 185th Street and Centennial Road. 

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Smith Hospital has a rich history

Friday, September 10, 2021 1:03 pm

Rev. Paul Koren had a dream for Decorah, and despite many discouraging setbacks and much hard work, lived to see that dream realized.

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Sacquitne reflects on Winneshiek County Public Health career

Friday, September 10, 2021 12:45 pm

A retirement open house for Nancy Sacquitne is planned Friday, Sept. 10, from 4 to 7 p.m.

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Biking field trips offered in Decorah

Thursday, September 9, 2021 5:36 am

Biking field trips for 5th-7th grade students are under way.

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Celebration of Life information night at PIVO Brewery

Wednesday, September 8, 2021 9:53 pm

Donors can enter to win Charlie Berens tickets

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Fun guys behind the Fillmore Fungi: Honoring the old ways in a new field

Wednesday, September 8, 2021 4:08 pm

Something old can be made new again, even if it still looks old.

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Dry Run Trail project earns $25,000 grant

Tuesday, September 7, 2021 2:45 pm

The Wellmark Foundation has notified Winneshiek County Conservation Board they are among 29 Iowa organizations receiving Matching Assets to Community Health (MATCH) grants. 


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Steam Engine Days to commemorate 20-year anniversary of 9/11

Monday, September 6, 2021 2:00 pm

The 69th annual Mabel-Hesper Steam Engine Days will honor American heroes this weekend.

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Even a flood can’t stop this love

Monday, September 6, 2021 8:23 am

“What a weekend!! Minnesota boy married Iowa girl and found out Iowans really know how to do “Minnesota Nice” first rate.”  

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Taste of the Trail travels through Minnesota

Sunday, September 5, 2021 5:06 pm

Each town will give participants a “taste” of what makes the area special.

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Man who ran from authorities still at large

Sunday, September 5, 2021 4:30 am

Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about a man at large as of Friday afternoon after fleeing deputies east of Decorah, but authorities believe he may have left the county by a private party.

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Luther to host series of events recalling 9/11

Saturday, September 4, 2021 3:59 pm

Luther College is hosting a series of events recognizing 20 years since the attacks on 9/11.

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