One of our most loyal “regulars” at the Lake Mills Public Library is John Grunhovd. He can be seen walking in our doors weekly (if not more) and we welcome his presence every single time he does.
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With temperatures soaring into the 90s this month, and little precipitation, many have been seeking to cool off at the Lake Mills aquatic center. The morning water aerobics class has also had more than its usual participants. Rain is in the forecast for and temperatures are expected to fall into...
Continued dry conditions allowed farmers 6.6 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending June 13, 2021 according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. In addition to planting, field activities included spraying post emergence herbicides, side dressing nitrogen, and...
With the hot temperatures continuing, air conditioners are working harder to keep homes cool. Alliant Energy is offering the following tips to help customers stay cool and reduce their energy usage.
• Turn up the thermostat a few degrees: Setting the thermostat as high as possible while staying...
The Winnebago County Community Foundation announced $102,357.50 in grant funding to 29 projects of organizations serving Winnebago County as part of its 2021 grant cycle.
The Community Foundation will not hold its annual award celebration this year. Grant checks will be mailed directly to the...
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield will offer new Medicare Advantage plans to Iowans and South Dakotans this fall, pending approval from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS). Our new affiliate, Wellmark Advantage Health Plan, will offer the new Medicare Advantage options during...
Starting Thursday, June 17, Winnebago County Public Health will offer walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. No appointment necessary. No insurance needed. No charge to patient.
Vaccines available are Moderna( two-dose series) and Johnson and Johnson (one dose)....
The recent warm weather has many people wondering if they need to water their lawns to combat the dry conditions. This week’s “Yard and Garden” from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach tackles questions about watering home lawns with expert advice from Adam Thoms, assistant professor in...
Small business entrepreneurship is a key source of job creation for rural counties. These businesses generate economic activity that can multiply throughout the community.
But, they also face many challenges, including difficulty in accessing capital and acquiring training for business planning...
From Friday through Sunday Heritage Park of North Iowa will be hosting all makes and models of garden tractors and the MM Equipment Line, Friday through Sunday, June 18-.20 In additionm the debut of the only known survivor of the 10 HP Minneapolis Steam Engine, the smallest production Minneapolis...
Chapter EX, the local chapter of the P.E.O. Sisterhood, recently honored two of their members for their many years of commitment and service and they look forward to honoring a third member before the end of 2021. Chapter EX appreciates the long time dedication of these members to the local chapter...