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‘Shop local’ as vital today as it was in 1905
Nov 24, 2021
It has been said that writing is arguably humanity’s most important invention, because it provides the means to record and pass along knowledge that is between people separated by time and space.
Our small city is nestled on the western shores of Lake Pepin, which offers a natural beauty not...
Gift shopping is an opportunity to help keep the community strong
Dec 2, 2020
Want more bang for your buck this holiday season?
As you plan your Christmas shopping this year, consider doing it right here in Lake City. Besides getting a present for your loved one, you will be helping to keep our community strong.
It is no secret small businesses are struggling in these...
Websites track local restaurant, store info
Mar 25, 2020
The Lake City Chamber of Commerce has created a webpage and two Facebook Groups to collect the latest information on which local businesses are open and closed and what services they offer during the pandemic.
The “Lake City Retail and Service Industry Changes Amid COVID-19” is the place for...
Penny: Support small businesses this holiday season
Nov 21, 2018
‘Tis the season for spending time with family and friends, enjoying delicious meals and of course, shopping for gifts. The holiday season is always a great reminder to spend dollars locally and lift up our small businesses. At Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) we invest in the...
Letter: Caring, helpful people, close by
Nov 29, 2017
To the editor:
You don’t have to look farther than Lake City for caring, knowledgable people.
I had two problems to resolve: first, reduce pictures in size and then to print and fax real estate papers.
Creative Minds solved both perfectly and did so with so much knowledge and a caring attitude....
Letter: Hotel could help local retail thrive
Aug 10, 2017
To the editor:
How exciting that Dave Rodewald is moving forward with plans for a hotel.
Small towns are finally waking up and realizing that it is possible to stand up to the strip malls and big box stores.
A hotel makes a great anchor.
Lake City is fortunate to have places like Ace Hardware,...
Businesses on Lyon Ave. celebrate 'Uptown Christmas'
Dec 10, 2015
Businesses on the intersection of Lyon Avenue and 8th Street in Lake City welcomed visitors with specials, tastings and attractions Friday, Dec. 5, at the annual Uptown-Christmas-On-Lyon Extravaganza.
Santa shows up for some holiday shopping
Dec 10, 2015
Holiday festivities were virtually everywhere Saturday as Lake City got into full Christmas swing and communities around Lake Pepin marked the first 100 Miles of Christmas.
Shop with Santa to be Dec. 12
Dec 10, 2015
The annual “Shop with Santa” event for small children will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 12, at the VFW in Lake City.
The event gives young children the opportunity to find small surprise gifts for parents and grandparents.
Children from infant to 10 years old will be helped picking...
Letter: Click shopping - Loss of community (and it may make you look fat)
Dec 10, 2015
To the editor:
As a small business owner in Lake City, this year more than ever, I’m feeling this new effect on businesses. It is called “Click vs. Brick.”
I first heard this term coined on CNN one morning while I was getting ready to go and open my business. The click is the online shopping and...
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