(KWAD) – The Minnesota State High School League has released the 2026 football schedule, giving Section 6AA teams a look at the road ahead this fall. Last season, Section 6AA was arguably the strongest section in Class AA, with four teams finishing ranked in the Top 8 in the final regular season polls. While section…
Wadena City Library will be changing hours starting August 3rd Updated Hours below; Sundays/Holidays- Closed Monday- 9:00 AM- 6:00 PM Tuesday- 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM Wednesday- 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM Thursday- 9:00 AM- 6:00 PM Friday- 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM Saturday- 9:00 AM- 1:00 PM
BAXTER, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation will begin roadwork on Highway 71 in Wadena in early August, continuing work that began earlier this summer on Highway 29. MnDOT crews will finish storm sewer and sidewalk improvements on Highway 29 through early August before shifting operations to Highway 71 between Aldrich Avenue and Franklin Avenue….
WADENA, Minn. — The Astera Health Board of Directors cordially invites the community to celebrate Joel Beiswenger who will be retiring, concluding a distinguished career that includes 30 years as CEO and 33 years of service to the organization and the communities it serves. The celebration will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2026,…
Wadena Lions Club BBQ on Thursday July 16th Information below; Beef + Pulled Pork Sandwiches served with Cole Slaw or Potato Salad- Chips- Pickle & Beverage BN Park- 11a.m.-7p.m. All meals $14 dollars only Enjoy your BBQ Meal at the Park or Take-out Proceeds support school, youth & community projects
Deer Creek Deer Trail Day’s 2026 is this weekend July 17th-18th Friday July 17th 7:00 PM- Deer Creek Shockers VS Bluffton Braves Fireworks at dark, grab your lawn chairs & enjoy an amazing night Great food, Live music, Games & Prizes, Memories that last a lifetime Saturday July 18th 8-10 AM- Pancake Breakfast (At the…
The Drought in the city of Wadena is getting worse. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has placed the Mississippi Headwaters watershed into the Drought Warning Response Phase and al public water systems are asked to implement the first steps in their water conservation plans. The City of Wadena is asking residents to conserve water…
North Country Food Bank is partnering with United Way Lakes and Prairie and Project Share of Wadena for a mobile food distribution in Wadena, MN on Wednesday, July 22nd. Information about the food drop below; Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Noon Astera Health (Wesley Hospital) 418 St N, Wadena Questions: Contact…
WADENA, Minn. (July 6, 2026) — Astera Health is pleased to announce that, effective July 1, 2026, it has assumed management of Wadena Area Childcare, continuing the community’s commitment to providing high-quality, reliable childcare for local families. Wadena Area Childcare opened in 2025 through a collaborative partnership between MAHUBE-OTWA Community Action Partnership, the City of…
North Country Food Bank is partnering with United Way Lakes and Prairie and Project Share of Wadena for a Mobile Food drop on July 22nd. Information below Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026 11 AM to 12 PM or until food runs out Location: Astera Health (Wesley Hospital) 418 Jefferson St N, Wadena Food will be available…