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New English Language Arts curriculum adopted at Decorah Community Schools
Thursday, May 16, 2024 11:15 am
After considerable discussion, the board approved a new English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum at a cost of $171,832.71.
County VA, Public Health offices short-staffed
Thursday, May 16, 2024 11:00 am
Short-staffing of county offices led to significant discussion during Monday’s regular meeting of the Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors.
May 19 commencements set
Thursday, May 16, 2024 6:54 am
A long list of graduates will earn diplomas and degrees in Winneshiek County on Sunday, May 19.
Area students earn math honors
Thursday, May 16, 2024 5:48 am
Area students from Carrie Lee Elementary Extended Learning Program, led by Kari O’Hara, competed in the Noetic Learning Math Contest recently. Two local participants earned the National Honor title.
DHS celebrates Class of 2024 achievements at May 19 commencement
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 7:24 pm
Decorah High School has announced plans for the 143rd commencement ceremony, which will take place in the main gym on Sunday, May 19. The ceremony will begin at 2 p.m., with doors opening at 12:30 p.m. A total of 134 students will receive their diplomas in recognition of their hard work and commitment.
Decorah High School Concert Band to perform patriotic concert on Thursday
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 2:53 pm
Led by band directors Dustin Bliven and Matt Cody, the Decorah High School Concert Band will present a special patriotic performance at noon, Thursday, May 16, at the intersection of Washington and Water Streets in downtown Decorah. The concert will …
Sons of Norway to feature Norman Borlaug presentation
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 11:54 am
Join the Sons of Norway Valdres Lodge meeting Tuesday, May 21, for a Syttende Mai celebration
Kids Lunch Club returns this summer
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 5:16 am
Kids Lunch Club is back for summer 2024. All area children and youth (18 and under) are invited to pick up a free “Grab and Go” style lunch on weekdays throughout the summer.
Spring Grove Syttende Mai festivities begin May 15
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 3:56 pm
Festivities kick off Wednesday, May 15, with “Music & Market” from 4-7 p.m. in Spring Grove City Park. The Queen Coronation and honoree acknowledgement will be held at 7 p.m. in the City Park Gazebo or at the Fest Building in case of rain.
Yard Waste Site to begin scheduled hours
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 3:02 am
The City of Decorah Yard Waste Site will have set open hours starting Saturday, May 18.. The Yard Waste Site will be open on Wednesdays from noon to 6 p.m., and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon, and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m.
NICC commencement celebrated
Monday, May 13, 2024 4:02 pm
Northeast Iowa Community College held commencement ceremonies Thursday.
Construction begins on Stateline bike trail
Monday, May 13, 2024 3:54 pm
The new Stateline Trail will extend from Harmony’s southern city limits to the Iowa state line, with a spur to Niagara Cave in Minnesota’s southern Fillmore County.
Robles named Spring Grove Syttende Mai Grand Marshals
Monday, May 13, 2024 3:51 pm
Judy and Alan, both of Norwegian heritage, agreed they love their work and enjoy helping families through difficult parts of their lives. And they’re involved in their church and community because they like helping to ensure the “good and caring spirit” of Spring Grove continues to flourish.
Echoes of the Past: Hand-washing project is success
Monday, May 13, 2024 3:47 pm
The Kendallville School, one of the fine rural schools of Winneshiek County, is proud of its hand-washing projects.
Castalia Tractor Days and Revival Aug. 31
Monday, May 13, 2024 3:43 pm
Castalia native Jeff Stee, with the help of local volunteers, created the “Revival” in summer 2023 as a means of recreating an annual Castalia community celebration; because the town’s “Tractor Days” hadn’t been held since before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Syttende Mai at Vesterheim May 17
Sunday, May 12, 2024 7:23 am
Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum in Decorah invites everyone to celebrate Syttende Mai, Norway’s Constitution Day May 17.
Decorah FEC Spell-a-thon a success
Sunday, May 12, 2024 7:17 am
The Decorah Elementary Family, Educator, and Community Organization (FEC) recently hosted a Spell-a-thon fundraiser, raising over $36,000 for Decorah early childhood and elementary buildings.
Decorah music students excel at May contest
Sunday, May 12, 2024 7:05 am
The Decorah High School Music Department participated in the annual State Large Group Music Festival on Friday, May 3, at Decorah High School.
Decorah plans to celebrate 175 years
Saturday, May 11, 2024 8:26 am
A celebration marking Decorah’s 175th anniversary will be held beginning June 15
