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‘Tis the Season for Seasonal Businesses
All your Favorites are Coming Back! BY: RACHEL WUMKES Like a bear emerging from the deep slumber of hibernation during the long winter months, it’s time to wake up! Because we are officially welcoming back our member seasonal businesses who have been dormant in the off season. Breathing a fresh burst of life into the...
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A Scenic Resort Oasis
BY: RACHEL WUMKES I remember when I moved to this quaint little town eight years ago. We made many ‘lake laps’ checking out all the hot spots. One place, in particular, piqued my curiosity. A rustic-looking building, tucked into the shoreline on the south side of town. It reminded me a little bit of Kellerman’s. Now,...
Signs of Life
BY: RACHEL WUMKES As I sit down to write this week’s Feel Good Friday blog post, I can’t help feeling encouraged by the signs of life all around me. Living on Fieldstone Pond, the baby geese have arrived for the spring, following closely behind their parents as they explore this great big world. They are little fluff...
Arts Center Comes Back to Life
BY: RACHEL WUMKES It almost sounds like the tagline for a gory, sci-fi movie. The Arts Center comes to life and rampages a tourist lake town in North Iowa. I’m guessing it wouldn’t do well in the theaters! The real Arts Center, however, has officially opened its doors after a year (plus) of closure. With the onset of...
Best of the Best
BY: RACHEL WUMKES It’s no secret there are a slew of excellent places to eat, drink and be merry in Clear Lake. I could create lists upon lists upon lists, to be honest. This quaint little oasis is bursting at the seams with establishments who serve all your favorite food and drinks while enjoying your time at the Lake....
Teachers & Nurses = Dedication and Heart
BY: RACHEL WUMKES As I sat down to begin my journey through this blog post, I couldn’t help but wonder why both teacher and nurse appreciation weeks were scheduled at the same time. I mean, why lump them together? Are there not enough weeks in the year to give them each their own? Seriously. It made me wonder if there was...