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Lake Pepin Legacy Alliance's habitat project is progressing
May 24, 2017
This summer, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will begin studying how they can use the sand and sediment they dredge and store along the Mississippi River to help the habitat and water quality at the upper end of Lake Pepin.
The possibilities under consideration include: dredging backwaters to...
Memorial Day services planned around the area
May 24, 2017
People in the Lake City area have many opportunities to pay tribute to the men and women who have served in the United States armed forces this Memorial Day, May 29.
The Lake City Memorial Day service begins at 10 a.m. in Patton Park with the presentation of the colors by the VFW and American...
Seat belt enforcement campaign runs through Memorial Day
May 24, 2017
With the arrival of Memorial Day weekend and the anticipation of warmer weather, road trips, barbeques and fun at the lake, public safety officials are reminding drivers and passengers on Minnesota roadways to buckle up.
Motorists who are not buckled increase their odds of being injured by six-...
Corrected: Tour De Pepin registrations on record-setting pace
May 24, 2017
This Tour De Pepin is on pace to be the biggest yet.
With nearly 900 bicycle riders registered as of May 23, registrations are about 50 ahead of last year at this time, according to Brandy Geolat, the interim events coordinator for the Lake City Chamber of Commerce.
Ridership last year topped 900...
Updated: Washington Street Arts Festival is Sunday
May 24, 2017
What is perhaps the biggest art event of the year in Lake City isn’t big enough to contain all the art that will be on display and for sale Sunday.
The annual Washington Street Arts Festival returns to downtown Lake City Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thirteen exhibitors have registered so far....
An all-star studded dedication for the Lake City Heritage Tree Trail
May 24, 2017
Dennis Robertson (left) and Les Fields of the Turkey River All-Stars perform at the dedication for the Lake City Heritage Tree Trail May 18 in Patton Park. One of the guests of honor, a Patton Park tree tied with a yellow ribbon, stands in the background. The tree trail stretches from the...
Dallman performs Saturday at Railhouse
May 24, 2017
Singer-songwriter Tim Dallman will perform Friday, May 26, at The Railhouse Grill in Lake City. In addition to originals that blend elements of rock, blues, jazz and folk, Dallman’s repertoire includes classic rock, contemporary rock and pop cover songs. The show begins at 7 p.m. and runs until 10...
Hiawatha Animal Humane Society - Pet of the Week
May 24, 2017
Boxer is a very young orange and white tabby kitten. He was found recently wandering the countryside after apparently becoming separated from his mother. Boxer is super outgoing and loves to play with other cats, dogs and people of all ages, as well. His temporary foster mom has become quite...
Girls Scouts hold court of awards
May 24, 2017
Lake City Girl Scouts held their annual Court of Awards Sunday, May 21, at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church. Each troop made a presentation and received awards for their accomplishments and service for the year. Troops also “bridged” up to the next level in Girl Scouts. Participants include:...
Lions have been cleaning ditches since 1991
May 24, 2017
The Lake City Lions Club completed their first clean-up of the year on a section of Highway 61 last week. The local club has been picking up trash in this section of the highway since 1991. Pictured from left: Lyle Mathison, Marilyn Mathison, Bill Fuhrman, Dave Dueholm, Jerry Jensen and Jerry...
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