Cris Gastner is a lifelong resident of Lake City, where he grew up and continues to enjoy the close-knit atmosphere of small-town life. He has visited Wabasha many times over the years, taking part...
The old athletic field has sparked conversation among community members. Some questioned why downtown apartments were not constructed on this site, while others pointed out its history as a former...
The Wabasha City Council met on May 5, 2026, at 6pm at City Hall to discuss a variety of topics, including the city budget and updates on multiple projects and needs.
Section 1.) Budget Review...
Justin Stotts is the new CEO of Southeastern Minnesota Multi-County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (SEMMCHRA). SEMMCHRA has a multitude of housing and community programs throughout the six...
For more than 30 years, there have been talks of a highway 60 re-route. Residents of Wabasha have lived with a highway intersection considered one of the more dangerous spots in the region: the T-...
By Richard Johnson
Plainview News Editor
Wabasha County Commissioners on April 21 declared a state of emergency in response to damage caused by multiple tornadoes on April 17.
The declaration unlocks...
From late April through August, Nancy Falkum visits the St. Felix chimney several times a week to observe the remarkable sight of the migrating Swifts. For more than eleven years, she has dedicated...
The Highway 60 Reroute project is getting closer to being a reality. The reroute plan is designed to address long-standing safety and infrastructure concerns. Its primary goal is to eliminate the T-...
The Wabasha-Kellogg School Board met for a regular meeting on April 15 at 6pm. School Board members discussed the increase in student enrollment, ongoing budget concerns, and the achievements of...
Owls at Market St. E and Washington intersection:
The Market Street East and Washington intersection has been recognized in the 2025/2026 Street Improvement plan as needing extensive work, including...