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Letter: 'Cinderella' was something special
Nov 13, 2019
To the editor:
Wow! The use of this three-letter expression is reserved for only such times when you are truly impressed, blown away, taken aback or struck with a sense of awe -- like standing on the brink of the cliff and viewing the Grand Canyon for the first time or having your heart-strings...
A day for all who served: Veterans honored around Lake City
Nov 13, 2019
Hundreds turned out, many more than once. Some came to honor, others to be honored at Veterans Day events in Lake City on Monday, Nov. 11.
Two local schools held public programs with music and speakers. The Bluffs of Lake City also hosted a program (see related story).
At Lincoln High School,...
Cooperative announces fall grants, winter application deadline
Nov 13, 2019
People’s Energy Cooperative Operation Round Up Trust Board provided $26,035 in grants this quarter to a variety of charitable, educational, community and youth-related programs and events.
The program is funded by donations made by members of People’s Energy Cooperative who voluntarily have their...
Quist: For absorbing the shock of war, vets deserve our gratitude
Nov 13, 2019
Editor’s note: Wayne Quist delivered the following prepared remarks at the Bluffs of Lake City Veterans Day Program on Nov. 11.
Today is Veterans Day — Monday Nov. 11, 2019 — and this year is the centennial, the 100th anniversary, of the treaty that ended the First World War — and this year is...
Homelessness resources offered at Nov. 19 event in Red Wing
Nov 13, 2019
The Homeless Response Team of Goodhue County is hosting the 12th Annual Project Community Connect on Nov. 19.
This free community event offers resources for people who are homeless, or facing homelessness, to connect with resources and services.
Flu shots, warm coats, haircuts and a hot meal will...
Ikes to hold annual dinner
Nov 13, 2019
The Wapashaw Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of American will hold its annual fall dinner and presentation on Nov. 20 at the Wabasha VFW.
All are welcome to attend. There is no obligation to become a member. The cost for the meal and presentation is $10.
The presenter will be Minnesota...
Jewel golf event raises over $4,200 for HOPE Coalition
Nov 13, 2019
The Jewel Golf Club in Lake City hosted a 9-1-1 Golf Event on Oct. 18 to thank first responders for their service, commemorate October as Domestic Violence Awareness month, and raise funds for HOPE Coalition’s Outreach Office in Wabasha County. A total of $4,229.55 was raised.
The idea of a golf...
Kiwanis 2019 Christmas toy drive begins
Nov 13, 2019
The Lake City Kiwanis Christmas Project is underway.
Toys can be delivered to collection boxes at the following sites: Alliance Bank, Fiesta Foods, St John’s School, Swan’s Jewelry, Anytime Fitness, Bluff View Elementary School, and the Lake City Public Library.
Unwrapped toys should be...
St. Elizabeth announces new door policy for better security
Nov 13, 2019
On Monday, Nov. 18, the main entrances of Saint Elizabeth’s Medical Center and Health Care Center will be the primary entry points for all visitors. Unattended doors will be locked around the clock for added protection.
“Saint Elizabeth’s decision to lock all unattended doors is guided by its...
Great River Homes recognizes dance team as a Good Neighbor
Nov 13, 2019
Great River Homes, Inc. recognized the Lincoln High School dance team at the annual Providers’ Network Good Neighbor Banquet on Nov. 6. The dance team was recognized as a Good Neighbor for including Charlene Soteros as a guest choreographer at their practice sessions. Charlene is always welcomed...
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