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Tue
05
Jun

DNR seeking judicial enforcement against Walz Energy due to ongoing violations

Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/05/2018 - 10:26

By Audrey Posten, North Iowa Times

Ongoing violations at the Walz Energy site near Monona have prompted the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to seek judicial enforcement.

In March, the DNR notified Walz Energy that it faced a $10,000 penalty for three separate violations that have occurred during construction of the 10,000-head cattle feedlot and biogas operation.

Tue
05
Jun

Larsons take immense pride in Iowa’s first American Idol winner

Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/05/2018 - 10:25

The Larsons show their love for cousin Maddie Poppe during her hometown visit parade in May. (Submitted photo)

By Rachel Mergen, North Iowa Times

On May 21, American Idol viewers decided on the next winner, who would be given the opportunity to start a career that most can only dream of. That winner was a 20-year-old woman, the first to achieve such an accomplishment from Iowa—Maddie Poppe. 

Todd and Nick Larson, of McGregor, could not be more thrilled to hear the news, as they are proud to claim Maddie as family. Maddie is the cousin of Todd and his son Nick, with her grandfather being siblings with Nick’s grandfather.

“We were kind of expecting it,” Todd stated about hearing his cousin would be taking the American Idol stage. He told the story of how Maddie, who is a native of Clarksville, auditioned for The Voice in 2015, but was rejected. 

Tue
05
Jun

Marquette railroad depot torn down to make way for new one

Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/05/2018 - 10:24

The Canadian Pacific Railway depot in downtown Marquette was torn down last week, making way for a new building that will serve train crews. Construction is expected to begin this month and wrap up by the end of September. (Photo by Audrey Posten)

CP also plans to construct new building in Marquette rail yard

By Audrey Posten, North Iowa Times

The Canadian Pacific Railway depot in downtown Marquette was torn down last week, making way for a new building.

Construction will begin this month, said Marquette Trainmaster Tim Bivens at the May 8 Marquette council meeting. It is expected to be completed by the end of September.

According to Canadian Pacific Media Relations Manager Andy Cummings, the building will serve CP’s train crews.

Tue
05
Jun

All trails lead to Monona Hay Days June 8-9

Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/05/2018 - 10:23

Tractors will be an integral part of this year’s Monona Hay Days celebration, held June 8-9. There will be a kiddie tractor pull (shown here), as well as a tractor show and, new this year, a tractor pull open to three classes. (NIT file photo)

By Audrey Posten, North Iowa Times

All trails will lead to Hay Days, Monona’s annual summertime celebration, this Friday and Saturday, June 8-9.

Held a week earlier this year to avoid conflicts with other area events, organizers hope even more people will be able to attend, said Monona Chamber and Economic Development Executive Director Rogeta Halvorson.

“We’re looking forward to seeing new people and seeing people enjoying themselves,” she said.

Tue
29
May

Photo murals reflect McGregor’s unique history

Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/29/2018 - 12:38

These four sepia-toned photo murals went up on the side of Steve’s Silver Dollar, in McGregor, on May 25. The project, developed by the McGregor-Marquette Center for the Arts, highlights the history of McGregor’s downtown. (Photos by Audrey Posten)

With help from Zip Regan (below), Roddy Dull, from American Signs and Designs of Boscobel, Wis., installs one of the photo enlargement wraps in a specially designed 8-foot-by-16-foot aluminum frame.

By Audrey Posten, North Iowa Times

The McGregor-Marquette Center for the Arts’ (MMCA) plan to install four historic photo murals on the west side of Steve’s Silver Dollar, in McGregor, has finally been fulfilled. 

Four unique images—one depicting a paddle wheel steamboat on the riverfront, the second the old passenger train depot, the third Main Street with the Alexander Hotel and Bickel clock prominently featured, and the fourth a parade down Main Street—were unveiled by Roddy Dull, with American Signs and Designs, on May 25.

Tue
29
May

MFL MarMac again offering free summer lunches

Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/29/2018 - 12:36

By Audrey Posten, North Iowa Times

Area kids will once again have access to free lunches during the summer through MFL MarMac’s participation in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be offered Monday through Friday, beginning Monday, June 4, in Monona, Farmersburg, Luana and McGregor.

This is the third year MFL MarMac has participated in the program, said food service director Pat Echard. Between the four locations, she estimated around 100 kids utilized the service last year.

“This year,” she shared, “we’re excited to have it right here in our lunch room in Monona.”

Tue
29
May

Contract awarded for Monona recreational trail extension

Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/29/2018 - 12:31

By Audrey Posten, North Iowa Times

At its May 21 regular meeting, the Monona Council approved the final plans, specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for the recreational trail extension that will connect the city’s Butterfly Garden and Trail with Gateway Park. The project contract was awarded to Bacon Concrete, of Postville, at a cost of $164,000, well below the engineer’s estimated cost.

After some discussion, the council opted to go with hot mix asphalt paving for most of the project rather than concrete, which would have increased the cost by around $15,000. The cost for grading and the trail’s stone base would have been the same for either option, noted engineer Jon Biederman, from Fehr Graham.

Tue
29
May

Erwin Ruff

Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/29/2018 - 09:29

 

Erwin Ruff, 92, of McGregor, died Friday, May 25, at his home in McGregor, in the care of his family. 

 

He was born on May 28, 1925, to Edmund and Clara (Berns) Ruff in National. Erwin joined the U.S. Army, served in World War II and was honorably discharged.

Fri
25
May

Rebecca Erin Springsteen

Submitted by admin on Fri, 05/25/2018 - 16:01

 

Rebecca Erin Springsteen, 16, of Marquette, passed away Tuesday, May 15, at her home in Marquette. 

 

Rebecca was born Nov. 13, 2001, to James and Trina (Shaffer) Springsteen in Prairie du Chien, Wis. She was a sophomore at MFL Mar-Mac in Monona, and played volleyball. Rebecca was a member at St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Tue
22
May

Vavras take over Marquette marina

Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/22/2018 - 11:18

Robert Vavra, with dog Willow, in front of the Marquette marina, which he and wife Deb recently purchased. It will also be home to his Maiden Voyage tour boat. (Photo by Audrey Posten)

By Audrey Posten, North Iowa Times

Robert Vavra was hard at work on the Marquette marina last week, readying he and wife Deb’s latest business venture for the summer season. The purchase of the marina became official in early May, as the Vavras took ownership from Casino Queen Marquette.

One of Robert’s first orders of business was improving the ramp, making it easier for people to access his Maiden Voyage tour boat, which will now call the community home.

“It’s nice to have a home I can put my time and energy into,” he remarked. “To bring this together with the tour boat will really help me and the area.”

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