In 1944, Eleanor (Czaplewski) Johnson, who grew up in Winona, joined the Navy to help in World War II -- even though her mother didn't want her to, as her two older brothers had already joined.
ONALASKA -- The grand opening of the Chick-fil-A restaurant at 3015 S Kinney Coulee Road in Onalaska will be on Sept. 8, the new restaurant announced Friday night on its Facebook page.
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In May, nine outstanding high school students who have overcome significant challenges received scholarships through the Winona Daily News Above & Beyond program.
GALESVILLE — After a rare down year in 2021, the Gale-Ettrick-Trempealeau High School football team is getting back to its roots.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -– Brad Finstad was sworn in as the U.S. representative from Minnesota’s 1st Congressional District on the floor of the U.S. House on Friday.
If nature-lovers are looking for the opportunity to enjoy activities on rivers, hike on trails through tall trees, or see wildlife in its natural habitat, Brunet Island State Park is the place to stop by in Cornell, Wisconsin.
The Minnesota Rural Electric Association (MREA) honored State Rep. Gene Pelowski (DFL—Winona) with the 2022 Legislator of the Year Award. MREA is the Minnesota statewide association representing 50 not-for-profit, member-owned rural electric cooperatives.
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On Wednesday, Aug. 17, from 4 to 8 p.m., Winona County Public Health will host a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for anyone from age 6 months and older at Maplewood Townhomes. This clinic is also a great opportunity for anyone looking for a vaccination or booster before the start of the school year.
Former President Donald Trump is calling for the “immediate” release of the federal warrant. And a spokesperson for Anne Heche says the actor is on life support after a fiery crash. Those stories and more on our daily news podcast.
Over two and half years into the pandemic, the nation has a better grasp on effective COVID-19 prevention and treatment tactics, leading the CDC to announce new, streamlined guidance.
The 14th Annual Alumni and Friends Golf Tournament, hosted by Minnesota State College Southeast Foundation, took place on Aug. 1 at Cedar Valley Golf Course in Winona.
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It all begins again on Thursday in Arcadia. Take a look back at scenes from Ashley for the Arts last summer, when the big event returned after a year being sidelined during the pandemic.
After more than two decades in office, longtime Democratic Rep. Ron Kind announced he will not seek re-election in one of the most watched 2022 races. Here are scenes from Kind's visits to the district.
Tuesday evening, unofficial primary results trickled in for three elections in the Winona area: At-Large Winona Area Public Schools board members, Winona County auditor/treasurer, and District Two Winona County Commissioner.
Report day can elicit both enthusiasm and anxiousness for fall collegiate athletes, especially first-year players.
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Major League Baseball returns to Iowa Thursday. Last year's version, a wild 9-8 victory for the Chicago White Sox against the New York Yankees, was a smashing success.
The stage has been set for Wisconsin’s battleground 3rd Congressional District after state Sen. Brad Pfaff won Tuesday’s Democratic primary.
Former President Donald Trump says he will be questioned today in a New York civil investigation into his dealings as a real estate mogul. The case is unrelated to the FBI’s search of his Florida residence. Learn more on our daily podcast.
Minnesota congresswoman Ilhan Omar has won a closer-than-expected Democratic primary race against a centrist challenger who questioned Omar's support for the “defund the police” movement.
Democratic Gov. Tim Walz and Republican challenger Scott Jensen scored easy victories Tuesday in their primaries to set the stage for their fall matchup in Minnesota’s top race this fall.
In a race that will result in November with two Winona Area Public School at-large members elected, current board members Nancy Denzer and Karl Sonneman led the way in the primary's unofficial results Tuesday evening.
Dwayne Voegeli took the lead Tuesday to become the top vote receiver for the Winona County Commissioner District 2 position.
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WHITEHALL - In World War II, the most hazardous service in the U.S. military wasn't the Army, Navy, Marines or Coast Guard; it was the Merchant Marine. But for decades, Merchant Marine veterans like 105-year-old Reynolds Tomter of Pigeon Falls weren't eligible for the same benefits and recog…
Gerald Baldner, Mike Gostomski, Sr. Antona Schedlo, and Don and Roxanne Weber, all of whom have a long history of serving others and giving back to their communities, will be presented with the Viterbo University St. John XXIII Award for Distinguished Service at a banquet and ceremony in the…
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GALESVILLE, Wis. — After a rare down year in 2021, the Gale-Ettrick-Trempealeau football team is getting back to its roots.
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