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Drum major carries on family legacy
Jun 24, 2026
For one Lake City Tiger Marching Band drum major, this season is more than just a leadership opportunity, it’s a continuation of a family legacy.
Drum Major Bella Lane is following in the footsteps of her mother, Lailoni Lane, who served as drum major at Winona High School in 1993. Now, more than...
Fireman’s Dance pre-party is July 2
Jun 24, 2026
The 128th annual Lake City Fire Department Fireman’s Dance is Friday, July 3. Festivities begin at 3 p.m. with a bean bag tournament, kids activities, and live music by Larry’s Drifters. The music continues throughout the night with The Indecisions taking the stage from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and...
Friends and Neighbors: Let’s celebrate the spirit of 76!
Jun 24, 2026
A number of people have asked me lately “What is Lake City doing to celebrate America’s 250th birthday?” I am sure I’m not aware of everything going on or invited to every backyard party. But there is the Fireman’s Dance on July 2 and 3. Wild Wings is hosting a 250th Freedom event on July 4...
Friends of Hok-Si-La plan family fun event June 30
Jun 24, 2026
On Tuesday, June 30, Lake City families and all residents are invited out to Hok-Si-La Park for an evening of outdoor fun. The event will run from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The host group is the Friends of Hok-Si-La, a newly created group to accomplish the mission of “working to preserve and...
Kiwanis Club hears about family sailing adventures
Jun 24, 2026
Heather Nierman attended a Lake City Kiwanis Club meeting at Lake Pepin Plaza dining hall recently to talk about her sailing adventures in the Caribbean.
Her father often talked about sailing that area but that wish was ended by cancer. Heather and her husband decided they would fullfill that...
Lake City grad and former high school teacher publishes first novel
Jun 24, 2026
Rochester author, former Lincoln High School teacher, and Lake City High School Class of 2004 member Lindsey Wohlsdorf has released a new fiction book, “Before Dreams Come True.”
The book follows the life of aspiring songwriter Hannah Thompson who falls for rising country star Charlie Wyatt in...
Letter: It’s up to us to keep Lake City vibrant
Jun 24, 2026
As a seasoned traveler, 20 years living in our RV, I have seen the failure of small-town America.
I’m speaking of retail failure.
Wandering throughout the United States we’ve taken truck routes and back roads while pulling a 38-foot fifth wheel.
We would take up a half block parking spot and check...
Library friends: ‘Thank you for being a friend, Lake City’
Jun 24, 2026
As Lake City gears up for the excitement of Water Ski Days, the Friends of the Lake City Public Library (FLCPL) are preparing for one of their biggest events of the year: the highly anticipated Water Ski Days Book Sale.
You can shop the stacks on June 26 and 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 209 S. High...
Local lore: The first Water Ski Days
Jun 24, 2026
Lake City’s annual Water Ski Days are always some of the busiest in our community. But, if you think it gets crazy nowadays, wait until you hear about the events of 54 years ago!
The first Water Ski Days took place in 1972 and celebrated not only the 50th anniversary of water skiing, but our town’...
Magic show coming to library June 29
Jun 24, 2026
The Magic of Isaiah is coming to the Lake City Public Library on Monday, June 29, at 6 p.m.
Isaiah Foster is a professional magician from the La Crosse, Wis., area with over 20 years of experience.
He performs throughout the area at schools, libraries, and corporate events.
His shows are family...
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