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Luther names new Preus Library director
Saturday, June 8, 2024 6:36 am
Kay Bronshteyn has joined Luther College as the director of Preus Library.
Twenty-first annual ‘Down on the Farm Iron Pour’ July 2-8
Friday, June 7, 2024 4:13 pm
ArtHaus’ Down on the Farm Iron Farmers Market kicks off June 7
‘Disc-a-Palooza’ disc-throwing this weekend in Mabel
Friday, June 7, 2024 4:08 pm
“We welcome participants of all experience levels – it’s a great way to meet people and have fun with your dog in a low stress environment!”
Gerdin Fieldhouse renovation begins this summer
Friday, June 7, 2024 3:35 am
The Gerdin Fieldhouse for Athletics and Wellness renovation project is set to begin this summer at Luther College, and a new potential phase was revealed this week.
Intermittent bridge closures expected in Lansing
Friday, June 7, 2024 3:30 am
When driving on Mississippi River Bridge at Lansing, be aware of upcoming construction work affecting travel. According to the Iowa Department of Transportationg, starting the week of June 17, weather permitting, crews will continue work on constructing a new pier and driving the pier foundation for the new bridge that will replace the current bridge.
Low voter turnout in Tuesday’s Primary
Thursday, June 6, 2024 11:42 am
456 ballots cast from a possible 11,427 registered voters
‘Perfect storm’ hits Winneshiek County Public Health – Staffing shortage forces county agency to decertify home healthcare services
Thursday, June 6, 2024 11:30 am
Vanden Brink said the final day WCPH will provide home health services is June 30.
Driftless Foodie: For the love of Pizza Part 1 the dough
Thursday, June 6, 2024 10:48 am
We’re never promised tomorrow. So, enjoy every single slice of pizza.
Lawn Chair Night Concert Series starts June 6
Wednesday, June 5, 2024 3:36 pm
The 2024 Lawn Chair Night Concert Series opens in downtown Decorah June 6.
The summer series continues on several Thursday nights through Aug. 31.
The Lawn Chair Night Series is a free, family-friendly event during the summer months. The concerts are held either at the courthouse square or on Washington Street.
To be grand once more… Decorah family brings new life to historic renovation projects
Wednesday, June 5, 2024 3:33 pm
They’ve restored more than a dozen properties in the area in nearly two decades.
Applications due for Litttle Miss Laura, Young Almanzo
Monday, June 3, 2024 3:09 pm
The Laura Ingalls Wilder Park and Museum in Burr Oak, Iowa is looking for candidates for the 2024-2025 “Little Miss Laura” and “Young Almanzo” contest. A candidate fills out an application form, writes an essay and returns them to the museum address listed on the form by June 5, 2024. The address is.3603 236th Avenue, Burr Oak, Iowa 52101. Check the link at: https://www.lauraingallswilder.us/events/little-miss-laura-young-almanzo-contest
City yard waste disposal guidelines updated
Monday, June 3, 2024 2:57 pm
The City of Decorah has implemented important updates to the City Code regarding the handling of logs, tree branches, and brush at the City’s Yard Waste Site. These changes are designed to streamline yard waste management and ensure efficient processing of materials.
‘School to Pool’ offered on Wednesdays in June
Monday, June 3, 2024 5:40 am
This June there is a Summer “School to Pool” Walking School Bus opportunity for all community members happening on Wednesday afternoons.
Teenaged brothers corner the nightcrawler market with ‘Crater Crawlers’
Sunday, June 2, 2024 8:05 am
“That was something I was very adamant about – to have a container that will break down, because a lot of nightcrawlers are sold in plastic containers that don’t break down.”
Decorah Area Quilters meeting June 11
Sunday, June 2, 2024 5:41 am
The Decorah Area Quilters will hold their tenth meeting of the year at ArtHaus in Decorah at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 11. After a welcome and introductions, members are encouraged to share show-and-tell projects.
Beef Month: Being [ Beef ] Queen is more than a pretty crown – it’s a way of life
Friday, May 31, 2024 11:10 am
In Winneshiek County – where people are outnumbered by cattle five-to-one – being crowned Winneshiek County Cattleman Association’s Beef Queen is more than just a sash and pretty crown –it’s a way of life.
Area congregations go the extra mile
Friday, May 31, 2024 8:04 am
Semi trailer filled with quilts goes to Lutheran World Relief
‘Weight of the Badge’ attracts 250 to unique emergency responder event
Thursday, May 30, 2024 3:43 pm
“The conference was amazing, and I hope it starts the conversation to let emergency responders know it’s okay to not be okay.”
Breathing new life into an old classic – Classic and high-performance shop now open in Canton
Thursday, May 30, 2024 3:03 pm
“Most of the mechanics still working never worked on anything but a fuel-injected motor,” Holthaus said. But most classic and older high-performance cars and trucks still depend on, and utilize, a carburetor. And that’s where Holthaus comes into the picture.
Reports from the Winneshiek County Sheriff
Thursday, May 30, 2024 2:13 pm
Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a residence on 275th Street in Ridgeway May 19, at 6:33 p.m., for an assault. The victim had already left the scene by private vehicle to receive medical care. 18-year-old Haley Stinson was arrested …