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Parks and Rec Director hiring process sparks lengthy council discussion
Sunday, April 21, 2024 3:52 pm
Clarification was requested regarding city code that says the director answers directly to the city manager, but a separate part of code said that the director is appointed by the city manager, city council and the parks and recreation board.
Creed Monroe elected to state FFA office
Sunday, April 21, 2024 3:41 pm
The Decorah FFA Chapter recently announced one of its own members has been elected to serve as a 2024-2025 Iowa State FFA Officer. Creed Monroe was elected to serve as the Iowa FFA State Northeast District Vice President.
Jeramiah Rediske selected “Stars Over Iowa” honoree
Sunday, April 21, 2024 2:45 pm
The 2024 Stars Over Iowa Winners were announced at the 96th Iowa FFA State Leadership Conference at Iowa State University on April 16; and one “Star Over Iowa” honoree is Jeramiah Rediske of the Decorah FFA Chapter.
Black Hawk Bridge at Lansing is open to traffic
Saturday, April 20, 2024 8:13 pm
According to a release from the Iowa Department of Transportation, the Black Hawk Bridge over the Mississippi River from Lansing is now open to traffic.
Library to host May book discussions
Saturday, April 20, 2024 2:36 pm
Decorah Public Library staff will host five book discussions in May. The groups are open to the public and newcomers are encouraged to attend. Anyone interested should call the library at 382-3717 to learn more or to reserve a book. Email ktorresdal@decorahlibrary.org to be added to any of the five groups’ email distribution lists. Funds for multiple copy sets were provided by Friends of Decorah Public Library.
2024 Dairy Royalty crowned
Friday, April 19, 2024 3:50 pm
Kelsey Timp was crowned the 2024 Dairy Princess.
Decorah Chamber celebrates 100 years at annual gala
Friday, April 19, 2024 1:23 pm
The Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 100th anniversary during its annual Gala, Friday, April 26.
Barefoot in the Park event celebrates the Earth April 20
Friday, April 19, 2024 12:11 pm
All practitioners, inquisitive souls and community members are welcome. Come and explore the energy that builds as we come together in peace, collaborate in a message to heal the earth, connect with others seeking to promote positivity with their neighbors, learn from others on the journey and celebrate Earth Day in nature.
Sacquitne is new events manager
Friday, April 19, 2024 3:31 am
Winneshiek County Agricultural Association recently announced the appointment of Nancy Sacquitne of Decorah to the newly-created position of Events Manager.
DHS donates prom grand march proceeds to HSNEI
Thursday, April 18, 2024 2:56 pm
Decorah High School hosted the 2024 Prom, which included the Grand March, dance, and Post Prom, on Saturday, April 13, and proceeds from the festivities went to the Humane Society of Northeast Iowa.
Earth Day Festival at fairgrounds April 20
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 3:24 pm
During the event, explore the latest in recycling, composting, solar power, electric vehicles, native planting, wildlife habitat, conservation practices and more.
Existing Lansing Bridge on track to reopen by the end of April
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 12:54 pm
“It’s on track to definitely be operational by the end of the month,” said Clayton Burke, IDOT project manager on the Lansing bridge project.
County considers demolishing bridge, raising speed limit on portion of Middle Hesper Road
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 12:46 pm
At least one rural Decorah bridge has outlived its usefulness and has become more of a safety hazard. Winneshiek County Engineer Michael Kueny shared his concerns about the old bridge during Monday’s meeting of the Board of Supervisors, and he recommended that the bridge be demolished.
Celebrating the Co-op
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 12:38 pm
The Footnotes delighted the crowd at the Oneota Community Co-op’s 50th anniversary celebration.
Know your Driftless Neighbor: Nick Zielinski
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 12:27 pm
From your next-door neighbor to that one down on main street, a face you see around town or a name you hear over and over, these are your Driftless Neighbors.
Driftless Home and Garden: Carriage House at Walnut Hill Farm is a dream come true for local couple
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 12:01 pm
“Once we started,” he continued, “We wanted the look of a Norwegian long house with modern amenities.”
New wall built at former Spectrum building further divides county supervisors
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 10:55 am
Another wall may have been built between some members of the Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors during Monday morning’s regular meeting, when one supervisor questioned others about a wall that was built in the new Community Services Building (formerly Spectrum) without the entire board’s knowledge or approval.
Driftless Home and Garden: ‘Because it’s pretty’ Nick Wallin’s quest for floral perfection
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 10:36 am
In 2017, Nick Wallin’s daily attire consisted of fine suits and dress shoes. He and his partner, Gary Barness, lived in a new house in Aurora, Colo., and they had what many would consider a good life, but for Nick, something just wasn’t quite right. Their life together wasn’t pretty enough, and so in 2018 the couple set out to remedy that deficit when they purchased their new home at 107 W. North Street in Calmar, which includes nearly two acres of yard, which Nick was determined to make pretty.
Reports from the Winneshiek County Sheriff
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 10:24 am
Following a traffic stop on Highway 9 near Ridgeway at 9:02 p.m. March 26, 44-year-old Fredrick Jones of Postville was charged and arrested for driving while barred and taken to the Winneshiek County Jail. Amber Baker, 19 of Calmar, was …
Iowa farmers encouraged to remain vigilant against threat of HPAI
Monday, April 15, 2024 1:40 pm
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship today provided an update on the continually evolving situation regarding the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in dairy cattle and poultry flocks in other states, strongly encouraged both dairy farmers and poultry producers to heighten their biosecurity protocols and practices, and reminded consumers that pasteurized milk and dairy products are safe to enjoy.