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Fest Bunad Show is July 24

Monday, July 19, 2021 9:03 pm

The 2021 Nordic Fest Bunad Show, the Parade of National Norwegian costumes, will be July 24 a 2 p.m. at Steyer Opera House.

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Dragonfly to host two authors during Fest

Monday, July 19, 2021 9:00 pm

Dragonfly Books in Decorah will host two author events during Nordic Fest weekend.

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Ridgeway First Responders recognized with Yoga for Charity donation

Monday, July 19, 2021 7:32 am

Proceeds from a recent Yoga for Charity event have been donated to the Ridgeway First Responders.

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DCSD gives updated guidance for K-12 schools

Saturday, July 17, 2021 10:53 am

Decorah Community School District (DCSD) Superintendent Mark Lane shared new information and important dates regarding the 2021-22 school year.

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Driftless area splashpads and swimming pools

Friday, July 16, 2021 9:25 pm

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Meet the artist…

Friday, July 16, 2021 9:23 pm

Decorah-based artist Mathew Havran illustrates children’s book, paints local murals and more.

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Harmony Splash Pad could soon be reality

Friday, July 16, 2021 9:22 pm

The old saying, “Rome wasn’t built in a day” could be applicable for Harmony’s proposed Splash Pad project. 

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Raise a glass!

Friday, July 16, 2021 9:15 pm

Decorah’s Rubaiyat earns 13th consecutive Wine Spectator Restaurant Award in 2021

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Reports from the Winn. Co. Sheriff and Decorah Police

Friday, July 16, 2021 3:36 pm

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Spring Valley hosts fifth annual retro event Fins and Films

Friday, July 16, 2021 2:03 pm

Classic cars and a classic movie will pack South Broadway Ave. in Spring Valley, Minn., for the 5th annual Fins and Films event.

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Whitcher Country School open during Fayette County Fair

Friday, July 16, 2021 2:02 pm

The Fayette County Historical Society is hosting the Fairgrounds Log Cabin and the Whitcher Country School for the enjoyment of those attending the Fayette County fair. 

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Caregiver Support Group to meet here

Friday, July 16, 2021 11:07 am

Caregiver Support Group meetings will resume in-person in July in Decorah.

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Petition filed to force run-off election

Thursday, July 15, 2021 8:29 pm

The Petition Deadline was 4:00 p.m. Thursday, July 15 and the petition was filed just moments before.

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Petition filed to force run-off election

Thursday, July 15, 2021 8:10 pm

A petition has been filed in the matter of the District 2 County Supervisor post.

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Iowa Auditor Rob Sand here July 23

Thursday, July 15, 2021 8:07 pm

Rob Sand, Iowa for the State of Iowa, and a native of Decorah, will hold a Winneshiek County Townhall July 23 in Decorah.

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Fest Yard and Garden Tours announced

Thursday, July 15, 2021 8:00 pm

Each year during Nordic Fest the Town and Country Garden Club hosts three yard and garden tours for the public.

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Online Energy Lunch: Home Electrification

Thursday, July 15, 2021 5:36 pm

What is a heat pump?  What appliances should you electrify first?  When does it make sense to replace a working appliance with a new version?

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Root River Antique Engine and Tractor Show this weekend

Thursday, July 15, 2021 2:06 pm

There will be something for everyone at the 39th annual Root River Antique Engine and Tractor Show.

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Porter House Museum celebrates recent contributors

Thursday, July 15, 2021 1:50 pm

Red-white-and-blue buntings and patriotic music by the Touch of Brass quintet welcomed contributors and volunteers to the Porter House Museum.

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Luther faculty members earn Anderson honors

Thursday, July 15, 2021 11:51 am

The H. George Anderson and Jutta F. Anderson Faculty Department Awards have been presented at Luther College.

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