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Heidi’s Huggamug round-up raises $1,100 for Lake City Area Arts

Aug 12, 2026
Lake City Area Arts extends our sincere thanks to Heidi’s Huggamug Cafe and everyone who participated in their July Round Up Program. Thanks to the generosity of their customers, LCAA received a donation of $1,100 to support our mission of strengthening the community through arts and culture. We...

Hok-Si-La friends plan family movie screening at the park

Aug 12, 2026
Friends of Hok-Si-La Park will be hosting a Family Movie Night at Hok-Si-La Park on Wednesday, Aug. 19. Family games, bonfire and concessions begin at 7:30 p.m. with the movie starting at dusk. People can visit the Friends of Hok-Si-La Facebook page for more information, including the name of...

Kiwanis hears from Friends of Hok-Si-La Park member Patty Svien

Aug 12, 2026
Patty Svien, treasurer of the new group Friends of Hok-Si-La Park (FHSLP), was welcomed by Kiwanian Dean Flugstad to bring Kiwanis up to date on this volunteer group and HSLP history. The history goes back thousands of years when native Americans found this land to be favorable for their camps...

Local Lore: Lake City elementary schools

Aug 12, 2026
This week I’m finally tackling a topic that’s been requested by readers more than any other, and with the beginning of the school year on the horizon, I figured now was the right time. Similarly to Lake City’s medical history, there is a lot of information available about Lake City’s schools, so I...

Land of Neighbors listening session coming to Lake City Aug. 18

Aug 12, 2026
The third in a series of “Land of Neighbors” listening sessions across the state will be in Lake City on Aug. 18. “This Listening Session is an opportunity for Lake City/Red Wing Minnesotans from different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to speak honestly about what matters to them and to...

Legion donates $1,000 to Hope Reins

Aug 12, 2026
On July 28, American Legion Post 110 donated $1,000 Hope Reins Christian Counseling Center, which offers counseling service to the community, including veterans. “Established in 2023, Hope Reins offers traditional counseling alongside occupational therapy and specialized services including...

Letter: Lake City put its best foot forward for the Y Knot Tri

Aug 12, 2026
Lake City put its best foot forward this weekend for the Y Knot Tri! The lake was peaceful as the kayakers started the day, followed by the biking and running portions of the event. The weather cooperated beautifully this year, adding to what was a perfect day. We can’t thank our volunteers enough...

Mike Munson Trio performs Saturday at Lake City Area Arts

Aug 12, 2026
The Mike Munson Trio will perform Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Lake City Area Arts Center, 105 W. Center St. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Music begins at 7 p.m. To make the concert more affordable, the suggested donation has been reduced to $5. “The Mike Munson Trio joyfully traverses the melancholic...

American Serenade passes by

Aug 5, 2026
Local photographer Ben Threinen captured this image of the river cruise boat American Serenade heading downriver on Aug. 3. The American Serenade is a modern 180-passenger cruise ship operated by American Cruise Lines, according to the company website. It made its debut on the Mississippi River in...

Prairie Street Jazz performs Saturday at Ohuta

Aug 5, 2026
Prairie Street Jazz is playing at Ohuta Park on Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. “This is its own standalone event, just serving as a way to incorporate more music events into the community,” director Eric Stashek said. The event is sponsored by Lake City Area Arts. There’s no admission fee, but freewill donations...

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