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A “Celebration of Parks” this weekend in Decorah
Friday, July 7, 2023 8:22 am
Decorah Parks and Recreation will host a “Celebration of Parks” the weekend of July 8-9 as part of July’s National Parks and Recreation month.
Apply now for Head Start, Early Head Start programs
Thursday, July 6, 2023 3:25 pm
As summer rolls into the new school year, Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation (NEICAC) announced applications are now being accepted for the Head Start program for the 2023-24 school year and the year-round Early Head Start program.
Never a dull moment at the food truck Ole and Lena’s Kitchen brings a taste of Norway to the Driftless
Thursday, July 6, 2023 3:02 pm
Bob said, “It just happened. It started about 2-3 years ago. It’s so easy when you retire to fall into a very simple routine focused on the rigors of daily life, taking care of the ‘I’ and the ‘me.’ But that’s not pushing you to learn, grow or to care about others. And that’s what we set out to do.”
Decorah PD annual reports presented
Thursday, July 6, 2023 2:20 pm
Before his retirement last month, Chief Dave Smutzler presented the Decorah Police Department’s 2021 and 2022 annual reports.
Bluffside Gardens officially open
Thursday, July 6, 2023 10:19 am
Now open for business, the property boasts 11 rental units in a private garden retreat.
Joe’s Pizza Palace and Pub in Mabel; Great food, service and atmosphere makes new dining venue a big hit
Thursday, July 6, 2023 10:07 am
“The reception has been very good. We have been quite busy since we opened our doors last month. I am very impressed with the support we have received from Mabel and the surrounding area,” said Joe Houdek.
Reports from the Decorah PD and Winn. Co. Sheriff
Thursday, July 6, 2023 9:42 am
Decorah Police Decorah Police were dispatched to Kwik Star on Short Street for a male sleeping in the men’s bathroom June 22. He was identified as 34-year-old Justin Bigler of Dorchester. He was arrested for public intoxication. Winneshiek Sheriff A …
Supervisors work on AV quality
Thursday, July 6, 2023 9:40 am
The Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors has discussed enhancing meeting recordings and sound quality for online attendees.
WinnMed explores adding detention pond
Thursday, July 6, 2023 9:39 am
Representatives of WinnMed Hospital and Clinic request an easement from the county for new features planned as part of the “Transforming Tomorrow” $50 million major renovation and expansion project planned on the hospital campus – much of which is county-owned.
Grassley visits Collins Aerospace in Decorah
Thursday, July 6, 2023 9:23 am
U.S. Senator Charles Grassley spent Thursday afternoon, June 29, visiting with 70 staff members at Collins Aerospace in Decorah.
‘Battle of Badges’ blood drive July 14 in Decorah
Wednesday, July 5, 2023 4:04 pm
RSVP of Northeast Iowa and the American Red Cross will hold the “Battle of the Badges” Blood Drive Friday, July 14, from 12 noon until 5 p.m. at Stone Ridge Community Church, 1111 Montgomery Street in Decorah.
New police chief named
Wednesday, July 5, 2023 9:24 am
A new chief of police for Decorah Police Department was officially announced by Mayor Lorraine Borowski during the City Council’s semimonthly meeting Monday, July 3.
City street projects will start in early July
Tuesday, July 4, 2023 10:54 pm
The City of Decorah’s asphalt overlay program is scheduled to begin in early July and will improve approximately 12 blocks of City streets during the 2023 construction season.
‘Airing Out the Quilts’ annual show July 6 in Decorah
Tuesday, July 4, 2023 8:55 pm
Quilts will adorn neighborhoods of Decorah on Thursday, July 6, as the NorthEast Iowa Quilters’ Guild sponsors the fourth annual Airing of the Quilts – a drive-by quilt show that runs from 3 to 7 p.m. All homes in Decorah are invited to display quilts this year – over fences, on porch rails, from rain gutters – wherever works!
Iowa PBS features Decorah artist Ruth Green
Tuesday, July 4, 2023 6:07 am
Local artist Ruth Green of Decorah is featured in an upcoming episode of Iowa PBS’s Crafts From the Past, which offers a primer to arts and skill sets once popular through partnership with skilled Iowa makers.
Decorah named Iowa Cultural & Entertainment District
Monday, July 3, 2023 9:29 am
There are only 18 Cultural & Entertainment Districts in the State of Iowa.
Center Stage Series announced
Sunday, July 2, 2023 3:25 pm
2023-23 season boasts theatrical, folk and musical experiences
Fatal accident reported near Spillville Saturday night
Sunday, July 2, 2023 3:06 pm
Two people were killed, and three are hurt after a two-vehicle crash just east of Spillville Saturday. According to the Iowa State Patrol, the accident was reported on 265th Avenue just after 11 p.m.
Mural showcases Decorah’s culture
Friday, June 30, 2023 4:12 pm
Walmart Community Mural Program features several local attractions and landmarks.
County road project updates
Friday, June 30, 2023 3:58 pm
The Monday, June 26, Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors meeting saw many road projects discussed with Interim County Engineer Isaac Wiltgen. Among the projects were two requests for road closures: one in Fort Atkinson for Rendezvous Days, and another from Festina for the duration of their July Fourth Parade.