A year ago, Danielle Hegge took a leap of faith and opened Twice Loved Resale & Consignment Boutique at 130 S. Washington St. She purchased the consignment store, formerly Fashion & Fun, from Trudy Roach.
At the time, Hegge had no idea she’d consider leaving this location so soon, but...
Ralph Samuelson’s monument took on a new look recently according to DLC’s president, Eric Meier, who said: “After four years of planning and gathering the necessary funds, DLC was finally able to invest in a proper surround for the Ralph Samuelson statue/memorial.”
Sarah Ziebarth recounts the history of Lake City's elementary schools in this week's Local Lore.
Friends of Hok-Si-La Park will be hosting a Family Movie Night at Hok-Si-La Park on Wednesday, Aug. 19.
Family games, bonfire and concessions begin at 7:30 p.m. with the movie starting at dusk.
People can visit the Friends of Hok-Si-La Facebook page for more information, including the name of...
The Lake City Police Department held its annual “Fishing with the Fuzz” Aug. 8 at the Lake City Marina. The event offers children ages 13 and under a chance to fish alongside Lake City Police Officers. “We had another great Fishing with the Fuzz event on Saturday,” the department posted on Facebook...
Lincoln High School Class of 1963 held their 63-year reunion July 31 at The Jewel. Fifteen classmates attended the reunion. Pictured are (standing, from left) Mary Holmstadt Peterson, Judy Reincke Glander, Elwood Gnotke, Rod Klindworth, Karleen Herman Lutter, Joyce Kehren Moechnig, Ruth Wieck Fick...
Pat Blum submitted this photo of dogs and people congregating at the Lake City Dog Park with the message: “This is pretty sure what I think heaven might look like. Our wonderful Lake City Dog Park!”
One of a few eagles spotted by Ben Threinen on a recent walk. Look at its enormous talons. Eagles are prodigious grippers, able to muster up to 400 pounds per square inch of grasping power. Human gripping power is far less, topping out at less than 75 pounds per square inch.
US Hwy. 63 at the intersection of Wabasha County Hwy. 15 has reopened Aug. 4 after a closure of more than a month to allow a large portion of bluffside to be removed. The work is intended to improve sightlines and safety at the intersection, according to the Wabasha County Highway Department. Steve...
Swamp milkweed, also known as rose or pink milkweed, is a native plant that’s an important food source for queen and monarch caterpillars. It’s one of the few ornamentals that thrives in “mucky, clay soils,” according to wildflower.org, and it commonly attracts pollinators like bees, butterflies,...
Lake City City Hall was a polling place for the state primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 11. The election caused the city council to postpone its August meeting by a week to Aug. 17. The primary election determines who will be on the ballot in the Nov. 3 general election. For more information about...
Lake City youth golfers have competed in a number of events over the summer, including a junior golf tournament at Lake City Golf Club and a PGA Junior Tour event in Pine Island.
The next Common Needs Swap and Supper is this Saturday, Aug. 15, located in New Hope Church at 302 N. Prairie St. in Lake City.
The swap event encourages the local community to freely “bring what you can and take what you need” while enjoying a free lunch. This month’s swap is encouraging the...
The Walking Lake Pepin (WLP) group paid a visit to the bluff top Manawa Prairie Farm owned by Dag Knudsen and Deirdre Flesche last Wednesday evening, August 5.
The WLP group has visited the farm in previous years and always learns something new about the importance of sustainable farming...
Mark Nibbe stopped by this week to share some physical evidence that The Old Bank Bar was once The Copper Penny (or was at least planned to be).
This plastic keychain was just one of a few mementos the Thiels gave away promoting the new bar when it opened, along with coasters and drink chips.
It was late at night, but I couldn’t sleep with my right ankle still elevated while on the mend and making sure I was conscious of it. So, I resorted to using the “idiot box.”
There are 3,600 Netflix options for feature films (using the browser for those not offered) and over 1,800 series and...
The Lake City Football program recently wrapped up its set of summer camps.
In June, future Tigers in first through sixth grade participated in a week of football camp, with current seventh through 12th grade players running them through drills, competitions and games.
During the last two weeks...
Patty Svien, treasurer of the new group Friends of Hok-Si-La Park (FHSLP), was welcomed by Kiwanian Dean Flugstad to bring Kiwanis up to date on this volunteer group and HSLP history.
The history goes back thousands of years when native Americans found this land to be favorable for their camps...
The Lake City 13U baseball season has come to an end and once again, the locals came out on top in the Zumbro Valley League end of season tournament. What had been a solid and successful season culminated in the tournament championship, turning it into a great season and jubilation on the field at...
Christ Episcopal Church Old Frontenac will be featuring Adam Daniel at their next Community Concert Series event on Sunday, Aug. 16, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Wakondiota Hillside Chapel/amphitheater.
“Adam is a Minneapolis-based singer-songwriter, pianist, and multi-instrumentalist and has...
Ye gads, July was hot. And humid, and smoky…we don’t have to tell you about it, since you most likely were here, or nearby, enduring the smelly sauna-temp air as you strolled in Frontenac State Park or along your rural or (if you’re reading us from a few miles afar) suburban or urban road, or as...
Wabasha County’s Board of Commissioners on July 21 approved the purchase of a secure internal ballot collection box, to be used for the collection and secure storage of voted absentee and mail ballots returned by mail or in person during the absentee voting period.
July 31 through Aug. 2 marked the third stop of the ICPL season for Team AAF and brothers Matt and Jake Davidson.
The Pittsburgh Open Classic has been considered the toughest event of the ICPL circuit for the past five seasons, Jake said. And before now AAF has never made a finals appearance at...
First Lutheran Church is honoring retired Pastor Duane Holst as he reaches a milestone this month.
“We congratulate Pastor Duane Holst on his 50th Anniversary of Ordination on Aug. 15,” the church said in a news release. “Though Duane retired from the ministry in January 2023, after 46 years of...
Last Tuesday, Aug. 4, was National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day and to celebrate (and meet expectations) I baked about 10 dozen cookies. Some of these were for a Cookies and Conversation event in Plainview and the rest were offered randomly to Friends and Neighbors here in Lake City.
Lake City Area Arts extends our sincere thanks to Heidi’s Huggamug Cafe and everyone who participated in their July Round Up Program.
Thanks to the generosity of their customers, LCAA received a donation of $1,100 to support our mission of strengthening the community through arts and culture.
We...
The Lake City 10UA team wrapped up its season with their end of the year league tournament in Stewartville.
The first game had them playing the number one seed coming up just short with a 4-5 loss.
Their second game had them matched up with a 10UAA team out of Pine Island losing 6-12.
The third in a series of “Land of Neighbors” listening sessions across the state will be in Lake City on Aug. 18.
“This Listening Session is an opportunity for Lake City/Red Wing Minnesotans from different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to speak honestly about what matters to them and to...
On July 28, American Legion Post 110 donated $1,000 Hope Reins Christian Counseling Center, which offers counseling service to the community, including veterans.
Lake City put its best foot forward this weekend for the Y Knot Tri! The lake was peaceful as the kayakers started the day, followed by the biking and running portions of the event. The weather cooperated beautifully this year, adding to what was a perfect day.
We can’t thank our volunteers enough...
National Nonprofit Day, observed on Monday, August 17, is an opportunity to recognize the charitable organizations and volunteers who help our communities thrive. As Chair of the Greater Lake City Community Foundation, I see firsthand the tremendous work our local nonprofits do every day.
The Mike Munson Trio will perform Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Lake City Area Arts Center, 105 W. Center St.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Music begins at 7 p.m. To make the concert more affordable, the suggested donation has been reduced to $5.
Lake City Area Arts (LCAA) invites the community to an unforgettable evening of culture, entertainment, and appreciation during Celebrate World Cultures – Egypt on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at 105 W. Center Street, Lake City. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
The Wabasha County Historical Society is hosting a presentation on “Navigating the Mississippi River” with Captain Lee Hendrix on Sunday, Aug. 23, at 2 p.m. at the Wabasha County Museum in Reads Landing.
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