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Outdoor concert series features visionary blues artist July 9

Sunday, July 4, 2021 3:21 pm

Lanesboro Arts present Annie Mack as part of the outdoor music series Rhythms on the Root.

Bagging bears is a family affair

Sunday, July 4, 2021 2:59 pm

Every dad has those moments of pride reserved only for their kids.

Longtime Parks and Rec Administrative Coordinator Judy Syverson retires

Saturday, July 3, 2021 2:52 pm

After 44 years of service, Judy Syverson retired from the Decorah Parks and Recreation department.

Decorah City Manager candidates named

Friday, July 2, 2021 5:52 pm

The City of Decorah is hosting a public reception for the four finalists for its City Manager position.

Buggy accident near Harmony claims life of 15-year-old boy

Friday, July 2, 2021 3:06 pm

A 15-year-old boy on a buggy was killed during a crash Tuesday night, June 29, in Fillmore County.

Peace Be the Journey registration now open

Friday, July 2, 2021 3:02 pm

Get ready to bike for a great cause with Peace Be the Journey this fall.

Debate breaks out over Winneshiek flag and logo

Friday, July 2, 2021 2:50 pm

Controversy sparked at a Monday, June 21 Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors meeting. 

Iowa Tourism Office launches “Fuel Your Road Trip” initiative

Friday, July 2, 2021 2:21 pm

Score a Gift Card. Fuel Your Road Trip. Hit the Road.

Yellow River State Forest sustains flood damage

Thursday, July 1, 2021 5:11 pm

Some areas near Yellow River State Forest have been closed due to recent heavy rainfalls.

Rustad appointed Winneshiek County Supervisor for district 2

Thursday, July 1, 2021 4:56 pm

The committee to review applications and appoint the replacement for the vacant Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors seat has made their decision.

COVID-19 Planning Team vaccine update given

Thursday, July 1, 2021 1:58 am

Winneshiek County COVID-19 Planning Team recently issued an update.

Decorah Fire Department outgrowing current buildings

Wednesday, June 30, 2021 6:53 pm

The Decorah Volunteer Fire Department is making forward progress toward a possible new fire station.

Harmony celebrates 125th anniversary during Fourth of July festivities

Wednesday, June 30, 2021 6:05 pm

Harmony residents will be celebrating an extra special Fourth of July this week.

Johnson is fest honoree

Tuesday, June 29, 2021 2:41 pm

Steve Johnson of Decorah is this year’s Nordic Fest Skål recipient. 

Luther diverts 12 tons of waste from landfills during move out week

Tuesday, June 29, 2021 2:16 pm

Luther College’s Move Out Mindfully initiative kept more than 12 tons of waste out of the landfill.

Decorah Public Library offers Family Book Group

Monday, June 28, 2021 7:26 pm

Decorah Public Library will host two events in July to highlight the 2021 Kids All Iowa Reads Book “Pie in the Sky.”

Pulpit to Pulpit run/walk gets moving to benefit local organizations

Monday, June 28, 2021 7:21 pm

Pulpit to Pulpit 5K and 1-mile run/walk fundraiser will be held in Decorah on Saturday, July 3.

Good Shepherd hosts summer music series

Monday, June 28, 2021 1:00 pm

A summer music series begins Sunday, July 4, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Decorah.

Test Iowa service here to close July 15

Monday, June 28, 2021 12:00 pm

The Test Iowa free COVID-19 testing location in Decorah is closing July 15.

Fest honorees are announced for 2021

Monday, June 28, 2021 11:00 am

Decorah’s Hometown Taxi owner/drivers and Vesterheim Diretor Emeritus Steve Johnson are this year’s Nordic Fest honorees.