Community

Book Buddies program seeks volunteers to read to elementary schoolers

Sep 17, 2015

Book Buddies, a partnership between Bluff View Elementary School and the Common Good Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), is seeking volunteers willing to contribute a few hours to help young students gain confidence in reading. The program has six one hour sessions each fall and spring....

Holy Yoga begins Sept. 26

Sep 17, 2015

The Health and Wellness Ministry at First Lutheran Church is sponsoring holy yoga. Classes will be held Saturdays at the First Lutheran Church, 100 Peace Ridge, from Sept. 26 through Oct. 31, from 9 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. A $5 donation per class at the door is requested. The class is taught by...

Trophy Store recognized by Chamber for 10 years in business

Sep 17, 2015

The Lake City Chamber of Commerce has recognized the Trophy Store and More for celebrating 10 years in business. Owners Brian and Laurie Harvell, left, were presented a certificate by Chamber Executive Director Andrea Chapman and Chamber Board member John Mueske with Pepin Valley Dental. The...

Psychiatrist joins Mayo RW

Sep 16, 2015

Brian Proctor, M.D., a psychiatrist, recently joined the team of Behavioral Health providers at Mayo Clinic Health System in Red Wing.Dr. Proctor will be working closely with psychologists and primary care providers in Red Wing to help diagnose, treat and prevent mental and emotional problems. He...

Dementia is luncheon topic

Sep 16, 2015

People will have an opportunity to learn more about dementia during a free “lunch and learn” noon hour presentation Monday, Sept. 21, sponsored by the Elder Network of Wabasha County. The program will be presented by Renee Kreter, MHS, peer support and respite coordinator with Elder Network...

Old Frontenac to be host for base ball, tours

Sep 16, 2015

On Saturday, Sept. 26 people can come down to Wakondiota Park in Frontenac for a late summer celebration of 1860s base ball. The base ball festival goes from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is free of charge.People who want to learn more about Frontenac can sign up for a 90-minute tour of the area’s historic...

Lincoln talk to be Sept. 24

Sep 16, 2015

Dean Urdahl will be giving a presentation about Abraham Lincoln in the City Hall City Council Chambers at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 24. State Rep. Urdahl is a former American history teacher and author of several history books. This free event is sponsored by the Lake City Historical...