business

Selvig promoted at Forward Bank

Aug 19, 2026

Forward Bank has announced the promotion of Megan Selvig to Assistant Office Manager at its Lake City location. Selvig joined Forward Bank in May 2024 as part of the merger with Lake City Federal Bank, the bank said in a news release. “Since then, she has become a trusted resource for customers...

New brewery owners keep traditions alive in Reads Landing

Aug 19, 2026

Housed in a historic building along the Great River Road, Reads Landing Brewing Company is known for its house-brewed craft beers, Midwest comfort food, and Mississippi River views—complete with year-round eagle watching. Preserving and building upon that reputation is the goal of new owners Ryan...

Twice Loved leads a downtown retail shuffle

Aug 12, 2026

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...

Hubbard to retire after 45 years in local banking

Jul 29, 2026

As Marla Hubbard looks toward her coming retirement and reflects on a 45-year career at what is now Alliance Bank in Lake City, she said what she’ll miss most are the relationships with colleagues and customers, some of which have spanned decades. Beginning as a bookkeeper, she eventually became...

How Steve Heitman and Impact Motorsports Promotions transformed local fairgrounds racing

Jul 29, 2026

At age 14, Steve Heitman took the wheel in his first demolition derby – the event where drivers ram into each other until only one vehicle remains operational. Heitman has spent 45 years behind the wheel and he continues to shape the local motorsports scene to this day. As founder and lead...

Location, talent make Whitewater Canvas’ Lake City expansion a success

Jul 22, 2026

Brady Herber had no idea what he wanted to do when he graduated from Plainview-Elgin-Millville High School in 2023. His girlfriend’s dad, John Derouin, owner of Whitewater Canvas in Dover, saw potential and hired him. “I put him on the sewing machine. He had never worked one before, but he was...

Mrs. Ropers romped and shopped

May 13, 2026

The Helens showed up loud, proud, and ready to shop during the second annual Mrs. Roper Romp and Shop on April 25. The Shops of Lake City and The Chamber of Commerce thank all of the “Helens” who showed up in style and made the day such a success. A special thank you to Q-Media for donating...

Acrotech employees help with Habitat for Humanity build

May 13, 2026

Acrotech employees recently participated in a Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity Build Day in Lake City on April 30, “combining team building with an opportunity to give back to the community,” according to a news release. The volunteer effort was organized by Acrotech employee and Habitat for...

Local jeweler celebrates 50 years in business

Apr 22, 2026

Johnson Jewelers, located at historic 109 E. Center St. (see this week’s “Local Lore” article for more of this location’s history) in downtown Lake City and in Woodbury, Minn., are celebrating 50 years of business this week. “This business has truly been a labor of love for our family, going back...

Chamber welcomes Ford dealership under new ownership

Apr 1, 2026

The Lake City Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on March 23, to welcome new ownership at Lake City Ford, celebrating Daraius and Christina Mistry as they begin their journey in the community. The Mistrys, who relocated from Florida, are excited to become part of Lake City and...