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Amended ordinance aimed at clarifying right of way near Carrie Lee
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 2:55 pm
The Decorah City Council unanimously approved amending a city ordinance, requiring all vehicles stopped at a temporary stop sign located in a school zone to yield to vehicles not otherwise obliged to stop or yield
Reports from the Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 2:50 pm
Trisha Kountkofsky, age 41, of Decorah was booked into the Winneshiek County Jail at 12:15 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30 for violation of probation. Information from the Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office said Koutkofsky was transported to the local jail from a …
Decorah High School recognized as 2024 National Blue Ribbon School
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 10:51 am
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona recently announced Decorah High School is among 356 schools nationwide which have been recognized as 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools. The recognition highlights schools which excel in academic performance or make significant strides in closing achievement gaps among different student groups.
‘Coffee and Creativity’ programs offered in October
Monday, September 23, 2024 7:02 pm
Decorah Public Library and ArtHaus will continue the Coffee and Creativity program in October.
Former Decorah man accused of murdering teen demands earlier trial date
Monday, September 23, 2024 4:41 pm
A man accused of murdering a teenage girl in 2017 has invoked his right to a trial within 90 days.
We news folk are of but common clay
Monday, September 23, 2024 4:37 pm
There are times when I long for the olden days of newspaperism (no, not a real word, but perhaps it should be). Admittedly, were that the case, I’d have to layout pages by hand with literal typesets, hire some young person to sit beneath the press while melting lead over an open flame and probably hang out at the railway station to get all the good news tips, but the leeway publications of that era were afforded sometimes is quite appealing.
Behind the scenes event held at Decorah Airport
Monday, September 23, 2024 4:36 pm
It was clear skies and no turbulence for everyone who gathered at Decorah Airport last month to see aircraft up close and learn more about future airport improvements as part of the Behind the Scenes program sponsored by Decorah Chamber of Commerce.
Reports from the Decorah Police Department
Monday, September 23, 2024 4:29 pm
Jose De Leon Juarez, age 37, of Dorchester was charged with fourth-degree theft at approximately 7:03 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22 at the Decorah Walmart. The store’s loss prevention told police two males were involved in a theft there, and a …
The column every editor has to write from time to time
Monday, September 23, 2024 4:22 pm
It’s hard to complain about a local opinion page that’s packed full of letters to the editor. That’s a good thing. It means people are paying attention. It means people care.
South Winn celebrates homecoming
Friday, September 20, 2024 3:34 pm
South Winn Homecoming Queen and King crowned Friday afternoon.
Decorah royalty crowned
Friday, September 20, 2024 3:32 pm
Mckenzie Riley and William Hahn were crowned Decorah High School Homecoming queen and king Friday afternoon, September 20.
Public invited to ‘Reach Out’ during NEIBH’s annual suicide awareness walk
Friday, September 20, 2024 3:26 pm
Suicide is on the rise in northeast Iowa and, to help combat that trend, Northeast Iowa Behavioral Health in Decorah is hosting its 10th Annual Step Up Reach Out Walk this Saturday, Sept. 21, in the facility’s parking lot at 905 Montgomery St.
City staff, community members discuss rec facility plans for Dahlen property
Friday, September 20, 2024 3:24 pm
A team of Decorah representatives met with landscape architects Monday afternoon to discuss a proposed recreational facility project to be constructed at the old Dahlen property on Old Stage Road.
County auditor reports record turnout for special election
Friday, September 20, 2024 10:34 am
Results from last week’s special election are now official. The Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the election results during its regular meeting Monday morning. The Decorah Community School District posed a pair of proposals to the public on Sept. 10 in preparation for a $38 million bond measure in November.
DHS seniors named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 6:29 am
Officials of National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) recently announced the names of more than 16,000 Semifinalists in the 70th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Three Decorah High School seniors, Oliver Brummel, Mason Myers, and Jack Sovern, are among those recognized with the distinction.
‘Walking Supper’ Oct. 2
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 6:22 am
A Community Walking Supper is planned Wednesday, Oct. 2 from 5 59 :30 p.m. The event is planned by Decorah Public Library, Upper Explorerland Safe Walks to School, Decorah Parks & Recreation and Decorah Community School District as part of the Healthiest State Initiative’s Annual Walk.
Cast announced for NMP Children’s Show Oct. 24-27
Monday, September 16, 2024 3:18 pm
New Minowa Players and Director Rick Scheffert recently announced a cast of 19 children aged 7-12 for the children’s show, “How the Camel Got Its Hump.”
Oneota Co-op plans 50th Anniversary Fall Frolic at Luna Valley Farm
Saturday, September 14, 2024 2:53 pm
The deadline for the required pre-registration is Monday, Sept. 23.
DHS Homecoming Sept. 15-20
Thursday, September 12, 2024 4:17 pm
Homecoming week activities for Decorah High School students will begin with the Viking Olympics on Sunday, September 15. This event aims to encourage team building among students across all grade levels. As the week continues, students and staff will have the opportunity to cheer on sports teams and celebrate school spirit. Athletes on the volleyball, football, cross country, and swimming and diving teams will compete throughout the week.
Local musician thanks Decorah for propelling her songwriting career
Thursday, September 12, 2024 3:17 pm
Coupled with a hectic performance schedule, she’s putting her talents to work at an upcoming outdoor concert Sept. 14 at the Red Barn Campground in Lansing.