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The Sea Wing disaster - Part I
Jan 14, 2026
This week’s story is arguably the area’s most tragic, having drastically impacted the nearby communities of Lake City and Red Wing when it occurred. The Sea Wing disaster took place on Lake Pepin on July 13, 1890, when a powerful squall caused the steamer to capsize. Of the roughly 215 people on...
Tiger jazz dancers take first in Wabasha
Jan 14, 2026
The Lake City Tiger Dance Team (LCDT) had a busy week! Monday started off with a kids winter clinic hosted by Coach Ashley Harkins. Over 90 kids joined in on the fun and learned dance moves from the High School Dance Team and performed later that evening in front of a large audience of family and...
Artisan bread in one hour with Suzie Spain
Jan 14, 2026
No time to bake yeast breads? Then this class is for you!
The Lake City Public Library invites anyone age 16 and over to a free baking demonstration class on Thursday, Jan. 22, at 6:30 p.m.
Local resident Suzie Spain will teach attendees how to bake artisan bread that is ready in a little over...
Benefit planned at VFW for family recovering from serious car accident
Jan 14, 2026
A benefit is being held at the Lake City VFW to raise money for the McGovern family, whose lives were changed in the early morning hours of Monday, Nov. 3, when their vehicle struck a deer and rolled. Luke McGovern was ejected from the vehicle, suffering severe injuries that resulted in a seven-...
Five for Food seeks sponsors
Jan 14, 2026
The Greater Lake City Community Foundation is proud to again coordinate “Five for Food,” an initiative for the Lake City Food Shelf, which begins its eleventh year on Feb. 1. The drive will end on March 31.
Sponsors are asked each year to pledge $500 or more. The sponsors’ funds are pooled to...
Foundation benefits and supports our community
Jan 14, 2026
Happy New Year!
At this time of year, we often look back at the past year, reliving our memories and involvements. One outstanding group that I’ve become involved with and have learned much more about is the Greater Lake City Community Foundation (GLCCF). I have to say that it’s taken being...
Local suicide prevention group presents Waves of Hope on Jan. 31
Jan 14, 2026
The Lake City Suicide Prevention Coalition will host Waves of Hope on Saturday, Jan. 31, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lincoln High School in Lake City. It’s a community-focused event centered on suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and the power of shared stories to foster hope and...
Meincke, Carlson join Forward Bank
Jan 14, 2026
Forward Bank has announced two additions to its Lake City team: Brent Meincke as vice president/market president and Wade Carlson as vice president/commercial loan officer.
“Meincke grew up on a dairy farm just outside of Lake City and attended Winona State University, where he earned a degree in...
Nearing a winter blood shortage, Red Cross encourages donations
Jan 14, 2026
The American Red Cross is asking people to consider donating blood at an upcoming drive in Lake City.
“The American Red Cross is teetering on a blood shortage this winter, which could lead to a disruption in lifesaving care,” according to a news release. “Donors are encouraged to make an...
Ice, it’s not just for hockey, anymore
Jan 7, 2026
Ice anglers congregated off of Marina Point and many other places around Lake Pepin last weekend.-Photos by Ben Threinen
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