The two leading candidates for Wabasha County Sheriff in 2022 both made announcements releated to the 2026 election, but a rematch appears unlikely.
Sheriff Rodney Bartsh has announced that he won’t seek another term.
Jason Bade announced Monday that he would again be running for sheriff.
Minnesota State University, Mankato women’s basketball star Natalie Bremer continues to collect accolades in her senior season with the Mavericks.
She was voted by the league’s head coaches as the 2025-26 Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) Outstanding Senior of the Year for women’s...
Mixto Grill and Bar, Lake City’s newest restaurant, will have its grand opening celebration Thursday, March 12.
Owner Luis Jadan said the celebration starts at 3 p.m. and will include live mariachi music, piñatas for children, and specials on drinks and food. He said tap beer and margaritas will...
Lake City High School band director Eric Stashek has been named to the Yamaha “40 Under 40 Class of 2026,” the school said in a news release.
Wabasha County officials have announced an arrest and charges in the death of a Lakeville woman at Mac’s Park Place campground last August.
March is muddy and messy, but if you have the right footwear and a sturdy walking stick, it can also be marvelous. The light is flowing back, and a walk in the woods reveals so many treasures as the snow melts — here a bright, fresh shelf fungi, there something green getting started, nearby a shed...
Minnesota’s 1,776 townships will hold their annual meetings on Tuesday, March 10. Known as Township Day, these meetings are held each year on the second Tuesday in March and are a defining feature of township government, according to the Minnesota Association of Townships (MAT).
Many of us remember the cookie jar on the counter when we were growing up. Ours was a large glass, ground coffee container with a wide screw on lid. Later, I believe we also had a piggie container with a lift-off head. They usually contained sugar cookies or chocolate chip. They were off limits...
Reading to students is one of my very favorite things. There is something special about sharing the magic of a good story, especially when that story opens the door to a bigger life lesson.
Last week, I had the opportunity to read to our elementary students and brought along a few favorite books...
Lake City defeated Chatfield 85-57 in the opening round of the Section 1AA playoffs on Feb. 26 in front of a home crowd.
“Gavyn Lorenson poured in 36 points, while Luke Narum had 20 points, including six three-point field goals as the Tigers (14-12) advance to the quarterfinals,” the boys...
I am writing this because I am concerned about the safety of Lake City citizens as they move about our town.
I was recently told by a friend that she almost tripped on my sidewalk and that got me thinking. I’m elderly, I use a walker and I try to walk outdoors whenever I can. But, I have found...
My wife Denise and I have recently made the decision that I will not run for another term as sheriff in 2026.
When my term ends I will have been Wabasha County Sheriff for 24 years over 6 terms, and will have been in law enforcement for a career of close to 38 years.
This was not an easy choice...
B. Wayne Quist
Colonel USAF, retired
I turn 90 this year and have witnessed the brutality of the Iranian regime. But I never thought I would live to see the day when the ruling Ayatollah of the murderous Iranian regime would be toppled. Until now, seven U.S. presidents have been baffled by the...
After a successful first year of having an Educational Exhibit in the Wabasha County Fair Open Class featuring the many ways that one quilting pattern can look different, we are bringing it back by popular demand.
In an effort to promote and celebrate our country turning 250, we have chosen...
The Lake City Public Library invites the public to “Metallic Memorials: The Curious History of Zinc Cemetery Monuments.”
This free program takes place on Thursday, March 12th at 6:30 p.m. and is led by local resident Christine Schlesser.
“Attendees will learn about the rare zinc monuments found...
The Lake City Public Library (LCPL) invites anyone age 16 and up to register for a free art class on Saturday, April 11, 10 a.m.
Minnesota artist Stephanie Gard Buss returns to the LCPL to guide participants in creating a unique spring-themed mini floral wreath using natural wood beads and vintage...
Local Knights of Columbus Council 1865 conducted their annual Free Throw Shooting contest the week of Feb. 2.
Participants ages 9, 10 and 11 shot from 12 feet and used a girls’ size ball. Participants, ages 12-14 shot from 15 feet and used a regulation size girls’ or boys’ ball, depending on...
Kiwanis Club members Augie Schleicher and Mike Arendt talked about their history with the funeral service.
Augie is the third generation of Schleichers who all had the first name of August.
Augie’s grandfather went to school for six weeks in the 1800s to learn the trade and start a business in...
The history of Hotel Russell and the Lake Pepin Country Club on the current site of Hok-Si-La Park.
Greater Lake City Community Foundation Chairman Peter Coyle recently shared news with Destination Lake City President Eric Meier of a $4,000 grant from The Foundation to DLC for a project to enhance the landscaping around the Ralph Samuelson waterskiing memorial at Ohuta Park.
One thousand...
The Girls Wrestling program celebrated their fourth season with a potluck banquet on Tuesday, Feb. 24 in the high school cafeteria.
This season the girls schedule expanded to 6 tournaments and a variety of multi-team events. The competitions were highlighted with Lake City hosting its second...
Lake City girls high school bowling is underway.
They are sitting in fifth place out of 6 teams.
This week their first match was against Rochester and they won.
Their second match was against Wabasha and they lost.
This week our top bowlers were Zoie Prebe with a 85% fill percentage and Savea...
Wabasha County 4-H Dairy had three teams competing at the Byron invitational quiz bowl contest.
The junior team placed second, the intermediate team placed first, and the senior team (Ashley Mellgren, Sidney Brown, and Jonathan Raths) competed in three close matches, winning one of three.
The...
The Lake City Public Library invites anyone age 16 and over to register for a free art class, which will take place on Tuesday, April 28th, 2026 at 5:30PM.
Five-year-old golden retriever, Summit, overheard his pet-parents talking about the need for food at the local food shelf and wanted to help with a donation to the “Five for Food” initiative for the Lake City Food Shelf.
Summit challenges all pet-parents who are able to use the donation form...
Folk trio Corpse Reviver will perform Saturday, March 7, at the Oak Center General Store. The band is “three musicians who like to mostly play music found on Harry Smith’s Anthology of American Folk Music,” according to a news release. Doors are at 6:30 p.m. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $...
The Lake City Rotary Club welcomed local musician Ryan Sullivan as a speaker at their meeting on Feb. 23. “He shared his personal story about physical and mental challenges he has faced and how music has helped him connect and share his story with others. His inspiring message was meaningful and...
Lee Partington will perform at Lake City Area Arts (LCAA) Center as part of its Coffee House Concert Series at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 8. Doors open at 1 p.m. with $5 suggested donation. “A native of Lake City, Lee’s been playing and singing there for over 50 years. Lee likes a variety of music...
Representatives of Lake City’s American Legion Post and Auxiliary recently presented a $1,000 check to the Lake City Lions Club for the July 4th fireworks fund. Those pictured above from left to right include Bruce Carlstrom, Lions Club, Raymond Niemczyk and Dick Grobe, Legion Post, Joyce Moechnig...
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