The annual Fourth of July fireworks show spearheaded by the Lake City Lions Club was memorable for at least two reasons. First, this year marked the 250th anniversary of our country’s independence from Great Britain. And second, this year’s show was followed by a heavy downpour that saturated the...
Sarah Ziebarth compiles a nearly complete list of Lake City's fire chiefs.
Friday, July 3, marked the 128th annual Lake City Fireman’s Dance. To prepare for the event, the street in front of the fire hall at 208 South High St. was blocked off starting Thursday.
Bluff View Elementary kindergarten teacher Marie Kruse has been named the recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Teacher Award by Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC). The award recognizes K-12 educators across Minnesota who creatively integrate agriculture into classroom curriculum and...
Lake City native and Minnesota State University - Mankato (MSU) Mavericks Women’s Basketball star Natalie Bremer will receive one of her biggest honors yet later this month in New York City.
On July 27, in a televised ceremony, Bremer will accept the DII Honda Athlete of the Year award at the...
A fleet of sailboats anchor together in Lake Pepin on Saturday, July 4. Area Minnesota Department of Natural Resources conservation officers reported heavy traffic on the water as people celebrated the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.-Photo by Ben Threinen
The Bittersweet Garden Club’s annual She Shed Tour will be Aug. 1 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $10 and available at Lake City Fresh Market and Kennedy Drug by Sterling.
In less than a week, Lake City will be host to a high-energy, youthful group of performers from around the world who will present a free concert of singing, dancing, and cultural dress at the First Congregational Church, UCC, on Wednesday, July 15, at 7:30 p.m.
The group is Songs of Hope,...
A light rain shower greeted the Walking Lake Pepin (WLP) group in Old Frontenac on Wednesday night July 1. The walkers stood under the elevated van hatch to stay dry as Jim Schreck gave the group some new information about the women who helped settle Old Frontenac.
One of the more interesting...
On Sunday, July 5, local nonprofit Veterans Empowered and Wild Wings Plaza sponsored a golf tournament to raise funds for disabled veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
The Lake City Honor Guard performed the flag raising ceremony, Dr. Steve Lansing introduced Lake City...
The Lake City Tiger Marching Band is set to travel to Traverse City, Mich. this July to perform in the 100th annual National Cherry Festival Parade, a milestone celebration for one of the nation’s most iconic summer events.
The invitation marks a significant honor for the Tiger Band, as the...
Debbie Anthony and Drew Medin will perfom Saturday, July 11, at 7 p.m. at Lake City Area Arts Center, 105 W. Center St.
“With a confidence and flair for bringing her songs to life, country singer/recording artist Debbie Anthony skillfully engages her audience by weaving her story through soulful...
On behalf of the Lake City Lions Club, I want offer our thanks to the Lake City Police and Fire Departments, the Lake City Public Works Department, the City of Lake City, the Lake City Marina, and county water patrols for their assistance prior to and during the fireworks event.
Thank you Lake...
As Republicans prepare for the Aug. 11 primary election, voters should take time to look beyond campaign slogans and carefully examine each candidate’s record, values, and commitment to conservative principles.
The Flags of Valor committee of the American Legion Post 110 and its auxiliary wishes to thank everyone who supported the event in its tenth year.
Over $8,000 was donated to create the patriotic display. Thanks to all who donated in honor or memory of a loved one.
Thanks to Johnny, Lyle, Bill,...
The Lake City Area Arts (LCAA) was pleased to present a $1,000 donation to the Lake City Band Boosters to help defray expenses for the Lake City High School Marching Band as they travel to the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, Mich. this month.
The donation was made possible through the...
Lake City Ford owner Daraius Mistry was the guest speaker at a recent Lake City Kiwanis Club meeting.
He moved to Texas from India with his family at age five. He has a degree in finance but missed contact with people contact so cars became his passion. He purchased his first dealership in 2003...
The Water Ski Days Car Show was on June 28 and since it is held next to the football field/track, just a block away, I brought the 1950 Ford.
I was given a ride home to get on the Goldwing trike (acting as a wheelchair) so I could return and get around to see the 181 vehicles on display. It is...
After a decade on display at the Lakeside Antiques, the cash register that August T. Abraham purchased in 1915 and used in his shoe store traveled down the street to its new home at Dilly Dallies.
On the way, it passed the historic location of Abraham’s store at 110 S. Main Street-now Lakeshore...
Lake City Gardenaire Garden Club’s 4th annual Garden Tour is Saturday, July 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine. This self-guided garden tour consists of seven beautiful gardens in and near Lake City.
Tickets are $10 per person. Pre-sale tickets are available for purchase through July 11 at...
Grandparents, parents and children celebrated a summer evening at Hok-Si-La Park on June 30.
This was the first family event sponsored by Friends of Hok-Si-La with the goal to have fun and learn about the park. Activities included a scavenger hunt involving sites around the park, making s’mores...
“One Giant Step for Mankind” occurred 57 years ago this month when Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the moon following the Apollo 11 moon landing. Or did he? The actual facts of history get murky with the passing of time and the skepticism evoked from artificially produced photos...
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