employee recognition

Kennedy throws first pitch at Saints game in recognition of fundraising prowess

Sep 9, 2026

Lake City’s own Craig Kennedy recently traded the pharmacy counter for the pitcher’s mound when he was invited to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at a Saint Paul Saints game. Kennedy, an Astrup Companies team member at Kennedy Drug in Lake City, was recognized during the game for his...

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...

Trissa Wallerich celebrates 30 years at Pepin Valley Dental

Aug 6, 2025

Trissa Wallerich, a dental hygienist at Pepin Valley Dental, recently marked 30 years with the dental practice. “Trissa Wallerich is celebrating 30 years of caring for our patients’ dental hygiene here at Pepin Valley Dental,” Pepin Valley Dental said in a news release. “Congratulations, Trissa!...

City honors DJ Siewert for 30 years with Streets and Parks Department

Jul 16, 2025

Even Lake City residents who don’t know the name DJ Siewert are familiar with his work. “DJ is the backbone of the parks department and he is responsible for ensuring that our community green spaces and parks are maintained at the high level that they are,” City Administrator Rob Keehn said. “He...

School district presents end-of-year awards and honors four retirees

Jun 25, 2025

Lake City Public Schools had a schoolwide luncheon for staff followed by an award ceremony in the Lincoln High School auditorium June 6, the day after the school year ended. Staff Awards Retirees: Greg Wyatt, Jim Heise, Perry Iberg, and Marti Green. Master’s Degrees recipients: Lillian Rau, and...

Lange recognized for 20 years at Acrotech

May 28, 2025

Acrotech, a Lake City-based manufacturer of custom urethane products and rolling machines, recently recognized Brendan Lange for 20 years of service, the company said in a news release. Brendan began his career with Acrotech in May of 2005 as a urethane technician. “Over the past two decades, his...

Schools observe Paraprofessional Recognition Week from Jan. 20-24

Jan 29, 2025

Lake City Public Schools observed Paraprofessional Recognition Week from January 20-24. “This week recognizes our excellent Paraprofessionals,” Lincoln High School said in a news release. “The support and services provided by paraprofessionals are integral to student achievement, resulting in more...

Struwe recognized for 30 years with Wabasha County Sheriff’s Office

Mar 13, 2024

On March 5, the Wabasha County Board of Commissioners and Sheriff Rodney Bartsh recognized Captain Curt Struwe for 30 years with Wabasha County, according to a sheriff’s office news release. “Curt quickly rose up to detective after a few short years as a patrol deputy,” Bartsh said in a statement...

Wabasha County public health nurse receives South Country Health Alliance Diamond Award

Jan 3, 2024

South Country Health Alliance (SCHA) honored Andrea Bartz, PHN, and all of the SCHA Community Care Connectors with the Diamond Award at the health plan’s annual dinner and presentation held at the Association of Minnesota Counties Conference in Minneapolis on Dec. 3. The Diamond Award is given for...

Service recognition for public school staff

Jun 14, 2023

Lake City Public Schools presented years of service recognition to members of its Bluff View Elementary School and Lincoln High School staff at an event earlier this month. Five year honorees were Lincoln social studies teacher Heather Gilbertson, Bluff View Paraprofessional Rick Keys, Lincoln EL...