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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...
T-Ball season concludes for 59 players on five teams
Aug 5, 2026
Summer T-Ball season in Lake City has concluded. T-Ball Coordinator Megan Sumerfelt said: “This year we had five teams with a total of 59 kiddos ranging from the age of 3 to 7 years old. They played every Sunday night from 6:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Players and coaches are pictured above.
Sunni and Simon Kehren show walkers around Great River Vineyard
Aug 5, 2026
On Wednesday, July 29, the Walking Lake Pepin (WLP) group walkers headed out to the Great River Vineyard, four miles north of Lake City on Hwy. 61, walking through the vineyard and orchard property with new owners Simon and Sunni Kehren while they described their plans for the property.
The...
Local Lore: The Old Bank Bar
Aug 5, 2026
Of the bars that have existed in downtown Lake City, few seem to have racked up a reputation as well-known as the Old Bank Bar.
After the Lake City State Bank moved across the street to its present-day location (now named Alliance Bank), the building at 100 S. Washington Street sat empty until...
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