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Winn. County Fair Queen candidates announced
Friday, June 30, 2023 3:37 pm
This year there are five young ladies vying for the title of Winneshiek County Fair Queen.
2023 Laura Days Celebrated
Friday, June 30, 2023 3:25 pm
Isabelle Cagley will continue her reign and serve as Little Miss Laura for 2023.
Register by July 4 for family canoe/kayak program
Friday, June 30, 2023 8:25 am
Winneshiek County Conservation will host an introductory canoe and kayak program at Lake Meyer on Wednesday, July 5, at 6 p.m.
Field to Fork: The broccoli breakthrough
Thursday, June 29, 2023 4:08 pm
Growing up, I was never a fan of broccoli. The over-cooked mush from the school cafeteria went best stuffed in an empty milk carton (evading the cafeteria veggie police), and the rubbery raw stuff at potlucks and holiday parties was just a vehicle for ranch dressing. Needless to say, broccoli was rarely on the menu once I had any say in the matter.
Free Second Saturdays at Vesterheim continue with special tours
Thursday, June 29, 2023 1:43 pm
Vesterheim, the National Norwegian-American Museum and Folk Art School, offers Free Second Saturdays from June through October for special museum tours and an engaging community activity.
Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) seeking local volunteers
Thursday, June 29, 2023 7:07 am
CASA advocates are ordinary people who care about children. They volunteer their time and talents to help make sure that children who have experienced abuse or neglect aren’t negatively affected by the state system intended to protect them.
Ted Schrandt 4D Barrel Race to be held at Winn. Co. Fair
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 4:13 pm
the Ted Schrandt Memorial Barrel Race, open to both men and women, is scheduled for Saturday, July 15, at the Horse Arena on the Winneshiek County Fairgrounds.
Join Vesterheim for the ‘Sámi Dreams’ exhibit opening July 1
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 4:11 pm
Celebrate “Sámi Dreams: Portraits of Resilience in the Norwegian Arctic,” the newest exhibition at Vesterheim, the National Norwegian-American Museum and Folk Art School, on Saturday, July 1, from 1 to 3 p.m., with a special reception and gallery talk by exhibit curator Randall Hyman.
Family creates common ground across cultures
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 4:06 pm
As Mike Johnson met his employee Raphael’s daughter, Ashley, it was a special moment. Holding Ashley in his arms for a photo, Johnson had the privilege of doing something Raphael has never done: meet Ashley in person.
Emma Big Bear Winnebago History Day Saturday
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 3:58 pm
Those in attendance can learn about Big Bear’s family life and traditional tribal living in northeast Iowa. Additional information will be provided about the Elgin Historical Society of Tribes of the Turkey River Project, sub-agency Native American schools, local Winnebago villages and chiefs, traditional demonstrations by Indigenous artists.
For the Record: Sheriff’s response sheds light on resources requested for private events
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 3:51 pm
For the Record is part of a series of informational articles aimed at helping clarify some of the hot-topic issues currently facing the area. In this issue, we hear from Winneshiek County Sheriff Dan Marx, whose response defines the stance of the Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office regarding a recent event that traveled through the county. The following is from Sheriff Marx.
Visit Decorah City Prairie and Butterfly Garden to celebrate all things pollinator
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 3:46 pm
The city has an Adopt-a-Plant Program and is always looking for more volunteers to help maintain the flower plots.
Watershed watch: Protection of resources essential
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 3:27 pm
For the community to grow and thrive, protecting the ground and surface water resources they rely on is critical. This effort is the responsibility of all watershed residents.
Reports from the Decorah Police and Winn. Co. Sheriff
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 11:53 am
Decorah Police Decorah Police and Winneshiek County Deputies were called to disturbance at the Corner Bar, 121 East Water Street, in Decorah on June 10 at approximately 1:43 a.m. After further investigation, it was determined that a fight had taken …
Air Quality Alert extended through Friday
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 7:07 am
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has issued an air quality advisory for the entire state through Friday with the worst air quality expected in the eastern third of Iowa, including the Driftless Region.
Driftless Jams
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 4:14 pm
Decorah Municipal Band Thursday, June 29, 7pm Washington St., downtown Decorah Live Music Friday, June 30, 6 p.m. Atomic Pizza, downtown Cresco Abby Towne & Avey Grouws Band Saturday, July 1, 4-9:45pm Bluffton Resort & Bar, Decorah Switchback Friday, July …
Citizens’ Climate Lobby hosts state meeting
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 1:20 pm
Iowa chapters of Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) will host their statewide meeting in Marshalltown on Saturday, July 8.
July 3 Pulpit to Pulpit fundraiser set
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 6:27 am
Pulpit Rock Brewing Co. recently announced the Pulpit to Pulpit 2023 fundraiser benefiting the Decorah Public Library and Decorah Free Clinic. The event will be held on Tuesday, July 4, and will include a timed 5K race and an untimed one-mile fun run/walk. Both races are family and dog friendly and will start and end at Pulpit Rock Brewing Co. in Decorah.
Police release new break-in details
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 1:49 am
Decorah Police released a few additional details regarding two residential entries last weekend.
Vote for Decorah in community video contest
Monday, June 26, 2023 11:03 pm
Decorah is entered in the 3rd annual #IowansUnite Community Video Contest. Now, just 500 community votes are needed before 5 p.m. on June 29 to move to the next round of competition