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New pipe organ debuts in the region

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 1:20 pm

Weighing 21 tons, the organ has 3,033 pipes ranging from 32 feet in length to half the size of a pencil. 

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Luther urges leaders to embrace climate target

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 1:41 am

Luther College has joined 74 colleges and universities calling on the Biden-Harris administration to set a target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Week of the Young Child’ observed locally

Sunday, April 11, 2021 2:11 pm

April 10-16 is Week of the Young Child.

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Greetings from the Statehouse

Sunday, April 11, 2021 12:45 pm

We have reached the second funnel week for the Legislature.

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Klimesh’s Corner: more good news about Iowa and the economy

Saturday, April 10, 2021 12:41 pm

We received more good news about Iowa and the economy. The Bureau of Economic Analysis reported Iowa’s economy grew faster in the last few months of 2020 than many of our neighboring states at 6.3%.

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WMC Auxiliary awards scholarships

Friday, April 9, 2021 8:00 pm

The Winneshiek Medical Center (WMC) Auxiliary recently awarded scholarships to nine local students.

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Driftless Junior: A blade of my past

Friday, April 9, 2021 7:29 pm

It’s a long and slender knife. The handle is made from an old deer antler from a deer that was killed who knows when.

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Decorah’s Wangsness warms hearts of Decorah Eagle lovers

Friday, April 9, 2021 4:17 pm

At age 92-years-young, Decorah’s Norma Wangsness continues to inspire through her painting.

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Council approves first reading of resolution impacting building codes

Friday, April 9, 2021 1:13 pm

These codes would set minimum standards for construction and remodeling of residences in Decorah. 

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National Extension and Outreach Week is April 12-17

Friday, April 9, 2021 1:06 pm

“I believe that education is a lifelong process” – ISU Extension Creed

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Spring Edibles: Make a $100 meal for free

Friday, April 9, 2021 12:59 pm

My friend was treated to a spring brunch in St. Paul, Minn, it rang up at $100.

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An outdoor store with more

Thursday, April 8, 2021 10:00 pm

GEAR Elkader to open late April

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WMC emergency drills to be conducted

Thursday, April 8, 2021 1:25 pm

Winneshiek Medical Center is preparing for emergencies through organized drills this spring.

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Luther celebrates Climate Justice Virtually

Thursday, April 8, 2021 12:28 pm

Virtual lectures will be conducted as Luther College celebrates Climate Justice Week April 18-24.

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Reading Month celebrated locally

Thursday, April 8, 2021 12:13 pm

Reading Month is being observed by area students.

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Morels – Game On!

Wednesday, April 7, 2021 10:00 pm

One of the surest signs of spring in the Driftless is the appearance of the morel mushroom.

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Easter “egg” citement

Wednesday, April 7, 2021 3:59 pm

Easter egg hunts were held through-out the region.

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Allamakee Co. ATV/UTV group seeks permanent trail space

Wednesday, April 7, 2021 2:18 pm

The coronavirus pandemic has done nothing to slow down ATV and UTV riders in Allamakee County, Iowa.
In fact, Allamakee County ATV/UTV Club president Beau Bennett says the pandemic has increased the number of active members in the club.

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City issues yard waste policy reminder

Tuesday, April 6, 2021 10:57 pm

City of Decorah reminds residents that yard waste cannot be deposited in city streets or alleys.

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May 1 date for Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum opening

Tuesday, April 6, 2021 8:40 pm

After being closed for the entire 2020 season, Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum and Visitors Center will re-open May 1.

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