Wadena Chamber: 2020-2021 Area Resource Guide and Chamber Directory

2020-2021 Wadena Area Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory chamber@wadenacoc.com

100 Aldrich Ave. SW P.O. Box 107 Wadena, Minnesota 56482 (218) 632-7704

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Development Authority Celebrating 30+ years of Creating Conditions for Doing Business!

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Local, State & Federal Loans Tax Credits Job Creation Incentives Employee Training Programs Tax Increment Financing Tax Abatement

Start-Ups • Expansions Retention • Relocations Retail Development

OTHER AVAILABLE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

Residential Development

 Low Municipal Utility Rates and High Speed Data Access  Real Estate Development Incentives  Access to Various Financing Sources, Including Local Loan Funds  Business Planning, Marketing & Financial Assistance Through the Minnesota Small Business Development Centers

For More Information Contact the Wadena Development Authority Dean Uselman, Director • 218-631-7710 • wda@wadena.org • 222 2nd St. SE, Wadena, MN 56482 Website: www.wadena.org, then click on Wadena Development Authority 2 | Area Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2020

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n behalf of the citizens of Wadena, I would Rendezvous. Wintertime offers cross country like to welcome you to “Our Town”. Maybe skiing, hiking and mountain biking at Blacks you are passing through, here for a visit or Grove Park and there are many miles of groomed considering a move. Whatever reason it may be, snowmobile trails in the area. There is plenty of take some time to see all we have to offer. Small gas, food and lodging to go around. There is also an town living with some big city amenities.

All School reunion planned this summer.

Oh by the way, WADENA is open for We have great medical professionals here in business. Do not be turned away by the Hwy Wadena. The Tri-County Hospital, Clinic and staff 10 project going on this summer, the downtown do an outstanding job. Local dentists, optometrists merchants have events planned throughout the and chiropractors round out a top notch group George M. Deiss, Mayor construction. Watch for signage and checkout of health care providers. A first class education City of Wadena out Facebook for updates. Stop on in and take a is available from WDC K-12 Schools, M-State stroll up and down our Historic Main Street. You College, Freshwater Education and Son Rise will see a collection of neat and unique stores, restaurants, Christian School. Our municipal airport has a 4000' paved the brewery, Cozy theater and a distillery coming soon. Make runway and we are adding a crosswind runway. sure you check out the “MAS”, you will be amazed what There is a large variety of churches offering many this wellness center has to offer. Swing into our beautiful religious choices. A good mix of retail, industrial, Whitetail Run 18-hole public golf course and shoot a round governmental, education and medical jobs provide a nice or two. Wadena has hundreds of acres of city park land for choice of employment opportunities here. your enjoyment. Check out the Historic Wadena Depot along Our experienced and friendly city employees keep with the Wadena County Museum. During the summer take Wadena clean, safe and sound. Come on over and take a look, in the June Jubilee, Wadena County Fair and the Old Wadena make Wadena your town.

Hire the Chamber. . .

it works for you and our community!

The Wadena Area Chamber of Commerce organizes and directs the energies of those who believe that a community worth living in is a community worth improving. Together we can make a difference!

Benefits to Membership • Membership Referrals • Publicity and Advertising • Link to website • Posting of hot deals and jobs • Convention and Visitors Bureau

• Chamber Chat • Chamber Bucks/Christmas Cash • Coordinating Chamber Events • Assistance in Business Events • Networking with members • A United Effort

Benefits to the Community • Answers scores of inquiries, truly on the front door of the community • Goodwill Ambassador • Voice of our community within the county and the state • Information Bureau • Calendar of Events • Promotes and Organizes Events

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wadena chamber of commerce www.wadenachamber.com n behalf of the Wadena Area Chamber of Commerce let me be the first to say, “Welcome to Wadena.” Whether you’re just passing through or here to stay, we hope you enjoy our hospitality.

You will notice the small town charm as you stroll the streets. We’ve got several business owners eager to help. Don’t forget to take a look around, because the Alley Arts Project will make any walk worthwhile. Speaking of walks, if you’d like to take a walk down memory lane, the Wadena County Historical Society and Museum has some great displays and information.

Our public school, Wadena-Deer Creek ISD #2155 offers a great learning experience for K-12 students and the Son Rise Christian School is a Christian based education environment. Minnesota State Community and Technical College can service post secondary education needs with a wide range of academic and career programs.

Maybe you’re looking for a church, social group or just a place to gather.

Don’t worry we’ve got that covered, too. From our many places of worship to our Maslowski Center, you are sure to find what you need. Our community has state of the art health care available through TriCounty Hospital and the Wadena Medical Center.

But it isn’t all business here in Wadena, you can always go outside and play. Sunnybrook Park is just one of 14 parks and/or playgrounds in the area. And if golf is your thing Whitetail Run, located just north of town on Highway 71, is one of the best kept courses around. When winter months arrive, you can enjoy cross country skiing at beautiful Black’s Grove Park. Plus there are miles of groomed snowmobile trails throughout Wadena County.

The Wadena Area Chamber is actively involved in many community events throughout the year. There’s an Easter Egg Hunt for the kids in the spring, and Mission: we celebrate the coming of summer with Breakfast in the Park, a Parade, “Family We are Partners in Fun Day,” a Chili Cook-Off in September, Zombie Run in October, a Christmas the success of our Festival with 100+ vendors, food and Businesses and our entertainment with horse-drawn carriage rides for the whole family at the end of Members November and Santa and Mrs. Claus always stop by for a visit.

So be sure to take a good look at the Calendar of Events in this year’s directory (next page). As we like to say, “There is always something to do in Wadena.”

Joe Randall Wadena Chamber President

O Board of Directors Joe Randall, President Jessie Gibbs City Council Kent Schmidt WDC School Board Renee Frethem Wadena Library Krista O’Dell Serenity

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Find all of the area events in one place and add them to YOUR calendar. See you around!

From parks, to events, activities, to the arts, with places to go, and things to do, you have no reason to be bored.

12 Facts & Figures Learn about the Wadena community, population and statistics.

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Wadena is a busy place, with a Farmers Market, County Fair, Development Organizations, Education, Churches, Heath Care, Charity and Government.

28 member directory The Wadena Chamber of Commerce is supported by and also supports these fine businesses. Please take the time to thank them with your patronage.

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2020 calendar of events dates and events subject to change. call ahead!

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School Resumes 632-2155

FebrUarY

TBA June Jubilee, 632-7704

BN Park, 631-1853

11-13 City Wide Garage Sales

TBA England Prairie Showdays

TBA Annual June Jubilee Historic Carnival

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Sponsored by Wadena PJ, 631-2561

Wadena County Museum, 631-9079

England Prairie, 320-594-3034 Back to School Open House WDC Schools, 632-2155

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Wadena Hockey Blue Line Bid Auction Wadena VFW Post 3922, 631-1925

TBA Town & Country Breakfast

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Valentine’s Day Dinner St. Ann’s Parish Center, 631-1593

SePTember

TBA Sunnybrook Stomp-Walk/Run

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BN Park, 632-7704

Sunnybrook Park, 639-3949

Labor Day First Day of School

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Pheasants 4 Ever Wadena Elks Lodge, 631-9908

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Prime RIb & Shrimp Dinner Wadena VFW, 631-1925

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Family Fun Day Sunnybrook Park, 632-7704

11-17 Whiskey Creek Film Festival

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Prime RIb & Shrimp Dinner Wadena Elks Lodge, 631-9908

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Youth Pancake Breakfast Sunnybrook Park, 632-7704

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Pool Tournament

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Enduro Races Wadena County Fairgrounds, 639-0750

Youth Fishing Derby Sunnybrook Park, 632-7704

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St. Ann’s Family Fall Festival St. Ann’s, 631-1593

TBA Flag Day Ceremony

march

TBA Parade Downtown, 632-7704

Food Shelf Month, Wadena Food Shelf, 631-4328

18-19 Wojo’s Rodeo

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Daylight Savings Time Begins

Wadena County Fairgrounds, 639-0750

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Modified Tractor / Truck pull Wadena County Fairgrounds, 639-0750

TBA TCHC Wellebrate

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Arena ROCKS concert Wadena County Fairgrounds, 639-0750

15 Someplace Safe Toast Feed 17 St. Patrick’s Day 19 Spring Begins 27-29 Madhatters Presents

VFW Chilie Feed Fundraiser Wadena VFW, 631-3311 M-STATE CAMPUS

Memorial Auditorium, 632-7469

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Ducks Unlimited Wadena Elks Lodge, 640-0300

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Early Bird Dinner Wadena Elks Lodge, 631-9908

TBA Memorial Best Ball, Whitetail Run, 631-7718 Cozy Theatre, 631-1201

21-25 WDC Homecoming Week WDC Schools, 632-2300

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Chili Cook-Off, Downtown, 632-7704 WDC Homecoming WDC High School, 632-2300

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18-20 Wadena County Fair

Annual Princess Warrior Run, Tapley Park

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Modified Tractor / Truck pull

Enduro Races Wadena County Fairgrounds, 6390750

Enduro Races Wadena County Fairgrounds, 639-0750

TBA England Prairie Fall Pancake Supper

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Demo / Enduro Double Header Wadena County Fairgrounds, 639-0750

ocTober

Wadena County Fairgrounds, 639-0750

England Prairie, 320-594-3034

TBA Bulls and Barrels

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TBA Fire Prevention Open House

Wadena County Fairgrounds, 639-0750 Miss Wadena Pageant Memorial Auditorium, 631-1297

Someplace Safe Annual Chili Fundraiser Zombie Run, Black’s Grove Park, 632-7704 Wadena Fire Department, 631-7711

TBA Easter Egg Hunt,

TBA Demo Derby

TBA Haunted House

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Softball Complex, 632-7704 Easter

Wadena County Fairgrounds, 639-0750 Father’s Day

St. Ann’s Springfest, St. Ann’s, 631-1593

TBA Someplace Safe 60 Minute Fun Run

Wadena-Deer Creek Prom WDC Middle/High School Gym, 632-2300

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Knob Hill Banquet Wadena Elks Lodge, 621-9908

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Humane Society Spaghetti Dinner Wadena VFW, 631-1925

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WDC High School Practice Field, 631-3311

TBA Mountain Bike Race

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JULY TCHC Wesley Lawn, 631-3510

TBA Wadena Lions Annual Fish Fry

Wadena Elks Lodge, 631-9908

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High School Commencement WDC Middle/High School, 632-2300

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Memorial Day Humane Society Spaghetti Dinner Wadena VFW, 631-1925

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Auto Value Open House Auto Value, 631-1070

TBA St. Ann’s Holiday Festival, St. Ann’s, 631-1523

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Wolverine Golf Scramble Whitetail Golf Course, 631-3510

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Steak Fry, Wadena VFW, 632-6951

Memorial Auditorium, 632-7469

27-31 Madhatters Summer Drama Camp Memorial Auditorium, 632-7469

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Daylight Savings Time Ends Veterans Day Fireman’s Bingo Wadena Elementary School, 631-7714 Community Thanksgiving Dinner Wadena Christmas Festival Wadena Elementary School, 632-7704

TBA TCHC Holiday Auction

Whitetail Golf Course, 631-3510

aUGUST Sidewalk Sales, Wadena Businesses 632-7704

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Enduro Races Wadena County Fairgrounds, 639-0750

20-24 Madhatters Summer Drama Camp

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Wadena Elks Lodge, 631-9908

Whitetail Run, 612-382-8635

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England Prairie

Humane Society Chili Feed Wadena VFW Post 3922, 631-1925

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TBA England Prairie Spring Pancake Supper

Black’s Grove Park, 640-7887

TBA Deer Association Banquet

TBA Farmers Market, BN Park, 631-1534 TBA TCHC Block Party,

TBA Pastor’s Breakfast TBA M-State Graduation

WDC Middle/High School, 631-7800

Veteran’s Dinner Wadena Elks Lodge, 631-9908

Wings & Wheels Over Wadena Wadena Airport, 639-4769

TBA Lions BBQ, BN Park, 631-1228 TBA Humane Society Golf

Mother’s Day

Wadena County Fairgrounds, 639-9927

Enduro Races Wadena County Fairgrounds, 639-0750

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Kids Christmas Party Wadena Elks Lodge, 631-9908

TBA Christmas Tea Open House

Historical Society, 631-9079

TBA Empty Stocking Program

WDC High School, 430-0041

TBA Annual Pig & Wing Challenge

Wadena County Fairgrounds, 639-0750

TBA Annual Rotary Corn & Chicken Feed

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a city of Parks Fairgrounds 400 Ash Ave. NW

Fink’s Park Northwest corner by wading pool. 304 SW 7th St. Site of ‘Garden of Miracles’ flower bed – developed as memorial to 2010 tornado.

John ehlen Playground 716 3rd St SE Swing sets, playground equipment, open ball field, basketball court, picnic shelter, rest room.

nw Playground 600 1st St NW Rest room, playground, picnic area. BMX biking, skateboarding, ball field, open skating, basketball, shelter, rest room.

Softball/ horseshoe complex 1701 2nd St SW

bn Park 100 Aldrich Ave. SW Located in the heart of Wadena’s business district, Burlington Northern Park surrounds our depot, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. It is perhaps the most valued spot in the community and is the stage for many summer activities that bring the community together.

Rotary Corn and Chicken Feed, Chamber Town and Country Breakfast, June Jubilee celebration, and the Lion’s BBQ help to celebrate and reinforce our friendly, close knit community right in the heart of Minnesota. The park includes a band shell, picnic area, flowers, kiosk, and fountain. For information and reservations call (218) 632-7704 or email chamber@wadenacoc.com

black’s Grove 33825 620th Ave. 1 ¾ miles west on Hwy. 29, turn right on 620th Ave. and travel about ¾ mile.

Log picnic shelter, hiking, cross country skiing, horse trails and mountain biking. Primitive rest rooms available at this scenic nature park.

Four fenced softball fields (1 lighted), concession/rest room building, sliding hill, horseshoe pits (competitive) lighted, shelter, rest rooms.

Sw athletic Field complex wading Pool 310 SW 7th St. Open skating, playgrounds, basketball courts, open play area, fenced ball fields, open ball field, soccer fields, shelters, wading pool and tennis courts.

Sunnybrook campground 210 Harry-Rich Drive Camping, rest rooms, showers, dump station, laundry facilities, ducks, geese, buffalo and deer. Playground

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equipment, horseshoe pits, frisbee golf, fishing. 8am - 8pm.

Open May 15 - October 1.

Sunnybrook Park 940 Sunnybrook Road 3 ½ mile black top bike/roller blading trail to Whitetail Run Golf Course.

Five large shelters include: Lions I, Lions II, Rotary, Burch, and Knights of Columbus.

These can be reserved for weddings, reunions, organizations, churches, schools or other activity requiring a large shelter.

Picnic area, small shelters, tables and grills, Memorial tree lanes and pet exercise area. Open play area and playground equipment

Tapley Park 617 Lincoln Ave. SW Playground equipment, open play area, large enclosed picnic shelter, tables, grill, rest room, soccer field, basketball court, nature trails/pond, horseshoe pits and volleyball court.

Traveler’s rest area 110 Jefferson St N

Veterans Park

A new addition to the South end of Sunnybrook Park that features a Memorial Wall listing those buried in Wadena County, benches, pavers, flags, and a future Museum. It will have an interpretive center, hardware from the military, and a deck over the river.

Our Veterans Park is a work in progress as we develop a serene environment to honor all veterans.

walter Goedel Park West Hwy. 29

what to See and do 2020 whiskey creek Film Festival

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he Whiskey Creek Film Festival screens films selected from the best movies in current theatrical release in the nation from Friday, September 11 - Thursday, September 17, 2020 at Wadena’s Cozy Theatre. The Festival will show 6 award-winning films in current release, a free family film, and a free “made-in-Minnesota” film.

Whiskey Creek has become a mustattend art event every fall in Wadena, and this year marks the Festival’s 16th annual celebration of film art. Sponsors of the Festival include the 5-Wings Arts Council, the Wadena Convention and Visitors Bureau, and many businesses in the region.

Festival passes are available beginning August 1st and can be purchased at the Cozy Theatre, the Wadena Chamber office, the Staples

World newspaper office, the Cultural Center in New York Mills, and Beagle and Wolf Books in Park Rapids.

Tickets are also available online by following the link on the Festival website, www. whiskeycreekfilmfestival. org. The link for ticket sales for this year’s Festival will be active beginning August 1, 2018. Tickets for single movie screenings are available only at the Cozy box office.

Oma’s Bakery and Bistro will provide scrumptious food at the Festival Hospitality Tent (across the street from the Cozy) as they have in past years.

Don’t miss their wonderful kuchen and delicious quiche. Oma’s is an amazing treasure, as is the Cozy Theatre. We are fortunate to have them.

2020 old wadena rendezvous and chautauqua

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marks the 30th annual Old Wadena Rendezvous and Folklife Festival, a celebration through storytelling, theater, music, dance, and art of the region’s past and of its rich multi-cultural inheritance. The Festival is held on the grounds of the beautiful Old Wadena County Historical Park on the banks of the Crow Wing River.

This year’s Festival will be Saturday and Sunday, August 8 & 9. Gates open both days at 10 am and admission is $10 for both days of the Festival with kids 12 and under admitted free if accompanied by an adult. Family groups of any size are admitted for both days with one low $25 entrance fee.

Have you ever wanted to really practice the traditional arts that are demonstrated every year at the Festival? This year anyone has that opportunity as the Rendezvous includes a “Chautauqua” on the Old Wadena Park grounds. Some of the learning activities take place under the new pavilion completed two years ago. Other events are scattered around the beautiful

Read about last year’s Festival on the website, www. whiskeycreekfilmfestival.org.

Details about 2020 will be posted this spring. Ask any questions about the Festival by writing to info@ whiskeycreekfilmfestival.org. See you at the movies!

grounds of the park. All instruction is carried out under the guidance of master artists and artisans – go to our webpage for all the details of this year’s learning experiences.

As always there will be a fur traders village complete with blacksmith shop and of course the justly famous “Baby’s Fry Bread” tent with the world’s best fry bread featuring bannock, chicken cordon bleu, sausage, or fruit fillings. Guests can order a plain fry bread or one with a dash of cinnamon sugar.

Local naturalist Dick Oehlenschlager will provide interpretive talks about the flora and fauna of the region as well as guided tours along the park’s “bog walk” interpretive trail. You can practice throwing a tomahawk or shooting a BB gun, or build a bluebird house, paint a barn quilt, or learn to square dance.

Artisans will demonstrate a host of fascinating crafts, including birch bark canoe building, canoeing skills, pit fired pottery, wheel thrown pottery, woodworking and wood carving, lace making, dried flower arranging, leather work, blacksmithing, painting, and basket making. Guests at the Rendezvous can watch, or they can actually practice a new art.

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activities whitetail run Golf course PO Box 30, Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-7718 4 miles north on Hwy. 71 • Two par 3. Five par 4. Two par 5 holes on each course. Par 72.

• Longest hole - 550 yards • Shortest hole - 140 yards • Public course with a very large driving range and three putting greens. Very well groomed for ease in finding balls.

• Front 9 has pine trees lining fairways and easy walking.

• Back 9 has water on five holes, is spread out, open and flat but distances between greens and trees make cart use advantageous, links style.

• Tee times necessary • Tuesday Ladies League 9am-11am • Wednesday Men’s League 11am-close • PGA golf lessons available

wadena hockey club

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he Wadena Hockey Club Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting hockey in the Wadena area. The Hockey Club provides activities for over 100 kids from beginning skaters to high school age. In addition to Wadena, the communities of New York Mills, Sebeka, Staples, Verndale, Parkers Prairie, Henning and Bertha also participate. The Hockey Club hosts dozens of games and some tournaments every year, which bring hundreds of people to the Wadena community to shop, dine, and stay overnight. For more information, visit the website www.wadena-hockey.com.

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celebrating the arts wadena memorial auditorium

uilt in 1934, the Wadena Memorial Auditorium is a cultural and historic landmark that provides countless hours of community and regional enjoyment.

The auditorium has been restored in the beautiful art-deco style of the 1930s. As the community and school’s center for the performing arts, it is one of Wadena’s most appreciated assets.

Wadena-Deer Creek High School’s Drama Department’s Fall play and One-Act play rehearse and perform at the Auditorium.

Their performances have received “superior” ratings at the State One-Act Festival six times, as well as 11 appearances at State. The community theater group, Wadena Area Madhatters, also perform in the auditorium. In addition, they offer a summer theater camp for area youth.

Other groups who frequently use the auditorium include the Wadena Area Concert Association Series of concerts, Prairie Fire Theatre, Miss Wadena Scholarship Pageant and many others.

To book an event, contact Mary Fix at the Wadena-Deer Creek High School office at (218) 632-2381.

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wadena area madhatters community Theatre

adena Area Madhatters, Inc. is a community theatre group combining the talents of many people from Wadena and the surrounding area. The theatre group holds their performances in the Wadena Memorial Auditorium, and various other venues in the area. They offer everything from full-cast musicals and dramas to acting workshops and a summer youth acting camp, dinner theaters and ‘Mad Lab’ productions. The lab shows offer complex social issue, educational, and experimental theatre plays. Madhatters has performed many big-name plays such as “Guys and Dolls,” “Annie,” “The Sound of Music,” “Wizard of Oz,” “On Golden Pond,” and “Nunsense.” Our latest dinner theatre was “The Kitchen Witches.” Mad Lab has produced “girl,” “The Rabbit Hole,” “A Walk in the Woods,” “Whales of August,” and in conjunction with our neighboring theatre group, “True West” and “Twelve Angry Men.”

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wadena area concert association

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ince the early 50s the Wadena Area Concert Association has been supplying fine entertainment opportunities for Wadena and the surrounding communities. Each year a series contains a variety of musical offerings, including both vocal and instrumental soloists and small groups presenting programs of jazz, popular and classical music.

All concerts are held in the renovated Memorial Auditorium. Most are held in the evening beginning at 7:30 pm with an occasional Sunday matinee.

Admission to the concerts is by seasonal membership which admits the purchaser to Wadena concerts and also concerts in Alexandria, Fergus Falls, Park Rapids and Sauk Centre.

The membership drive is held in the fall of each year. Newcomers to the community are welcome to purchase tickets mid-season.

For more information, call Bonnie Kingsley at (218) 371-9487.

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Places of Interest wadena county museum and Genealogy research center booKSTore & GIFT ShoP Open Year Round – Tuesday-Saturday 10-4

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he Museum of the Wadena County Historical Society features 15 exhibit rooms that showcase the history of Wadena County beginning with the stories of the fur traders and early settlers and continuing through to the present day. In addition to thousands of unique artifacts, the Aldrich railroad depot has been recreated in one of the rooms and the tower from the original 1886 courthouse stands on the grounds.

The Museum now includes a Gift Shop and Bookstore that feature books about local and regional history. Wadena postcards are available FREE. Other Wadena souvenirs are also available.

The Wadena County Historical Society is the primary resource for the county’s history. In the Genealogy Research Center there are more than 25,000 obituaries, 4,000 photographs, 400 binders on families of the county, plus information on rural school districts, churches, townships and more. A public access computer is available for use by patrons and a scanner provides access to microfilm of the Wadena Newspapers.

Programs throughout the year include a fascinating line-up of lectures and entertainment. Special events include an Historic Carnival held during Wadena’s June Jubilee plus a Living History Day held each year at the museum. “BookEnds”, a monthly program connecting writers and readers is held the 2nd Saturday of the month at 11:30 a.m. “Minnesota Voices”, a free noontime program is held the third Thursday of the month at noon. It features an eclectic line-up of writers, entertainers, and characters from history. Bring a lunch or just come for coffee.

The Wadena County Historical Society’s Legacy series features music, drama and art with a connection to the area. Check the website for more information.

In addition, the Historical Society maintains exhibits at the Wadena County Fairgrounds. The Historical Church, Little Red Schoolhouse, Bunkhouse and Interpretive Exhibit Building will be open during the annual Wadena County Fair in June.

In September, Minnesota Archaeology week is celebrated with new exhibits and programs each year. Stories about the Fur Trade Era in Wadena County are also available on MNopedia, Minnesota’s online encyclopedia.

More information about upcoming programs and exhibits is available on the web at www.WadenaCountyHistory.org.

The Wadena County Museum and Genealogy Research Center is located at 603 Jefferson Street North on Highway 71 in Wadena, just north of the Armory.

Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday through Saturday or by appointment. For information phone 218 631-9079 or email 603wchs@ arvig.net.

Our new bookstore features over 150 titles with an emphasis on the history of the area. Come sit in the lobby and browse our collection of books by Minnesota writers. Coffee is always on. Open TuesdaySaturday, 10 am - 4 pm.

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maslowski wellness center

17 5th St. SW, Wadena, MN (218) 632-7777 www.wadenawellness.com

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erving the regional area, the Maslowski Wellness and Research center is located at 17 5th St SW (adjacent to the High School and Hockey Arena) in Wadena. ‘The Mas’ has something for everyone. Boasting a six lane lap pool, recreation pool with a 90' waterslide and other water features, sauna/steam room, whirlpool, warm water therapy pool, two racquetball courts, state-of-the-art fitness facility, walking track and a multipurpose gym with standards for three basketball courts, three volleyball courts, tennis and pickleball! Looking for something with a little more direction? Give our Fitness On Demand a try, a digital program containing 150+ on the spot instructor led fitness classes, or, join in one of the many group fitness classes held daily. Day passes are available if

you are just passing through, give us a try multiple times with our punch card or month trial, or join our facility for the year with our full membership.

Host your next business meeting, appreciation gala or birthday party with us by renting one of our many rental spaces. We can host anything from a

small, private get together to a large 400 person event! For more information on fees, activity schedules, hours of operation and/or rentals please stop by the facility, visit our website at www. wadenawellness.com or feel free to give us a call at (218) 632-7777.

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cable TV

Arvig ................................................................................ (218) 632-4227 Charter Communications ...................................(888) 438-2427 West Central Telephone........................................ (218) 837-5151

Wadena Pioneer Journal, Weekly ........................... (218) 631-2561 Sebeka/Menahga Review Messenger, Weekly........................................... (218) 837-5558

radio

KSKK/KVKK ................................................................. (218) 631-3441 KPRW ............................................................................(218) 346-4800 KWAD/KNSP/K106..................................................(218) 631-1803

Charter Communications ...................................(888) 438-2427 Arvig ................................................................................ (218) 632-4227 West Central Telephone........................................ (218) 837-5151 Charter Communications ...................................(888) 438-2427 Arvig ................................................................................ (218) 632-4227

electric

Todd-Wadena Electric Coop ............................... (218) 631-3120 Wadena Electric & Water Dept ..........................(218) 631-7712 Dave Evans, Superintendent

wastewater

Treatment Type ......................................................Mechanical Plant Capacity of Plant ....................................................750,000 gal/day Average Demand................................................... 500,000 gal/day Peak Demand .........................................................1.2 Million gal/day

FUn FacTS: With a population of 4,088, the city serves as the county seat. Wadena County has a population of approximately 13,843.

The changing seasons make central Minnesota a wonderful place to live. Temperatures during July, the warmest month, average 84º F. January, the coldest month, averages 19º F. Annual rainfall is 25” and average annual snowfall is 44”.

Gas

MN Energy Resources.......................................... 800-888-9508

water

Water Source ....................................................................................Wells Storage Capacity ............................................................. 750,000 gal Pumping Capacity ........................................................1,300 gal/min Average Demand....................................................572,000 gal/day Peak Demand .......................................................1,300,000 gal/day Total Water Hardness ...........................................................18 grains

There are around 200 businesses in the Wadena area with more than 20 communities located within 20 miles, Wadena serves as a retail trade center for people in central Minnesota.

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ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE

midwestmachineryco.com 62505 US Hwy 10, Wadena

(218) 631-2311

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wadena Facts FUn FacT:

PoPULaTIon

Diversity provides the strength of Wadena’s economy. A thriving retail center is bolstered by manufacturing, distribution, and transportation jobs in Wadena. With forested areas to the north and agricultural sectors to the south, Wadena is situated in the center of Minnesota’s major lakes and resorts areas. Located in the central region of Minnesota, Wadena is 143 miles from Minneapolis/St. Paul. The city is in the 8th US Congregational District and MN Legislative District #9. Wadena offers clean, comfortable living and a great place to do business.

The city of Wadena covers 3,366 acres or 5.25 sq. miles.

Area Census

2010

2000

1990

1980

City

4,088

4,300

4,242

4,699

County

13,843

13,713

13,154

14,162

Source: U.S. Census, State Demographer

maJor emPLoYerS Employer

Product/service

Employee Count 446

Tri-County Health Care

General Medical & Surgical Hospital

Walmart

Retail

WDC Public Schools

Elementary & Secondary Schools

195

Mason Brothers Co.

Wholesale Grocers

185

Russ Davis Wholesale

Wholesale Produce

121

Homecrest Outdoor Living

Leisure Furniture

110

Polman Transfer

Local Trucking w/o Storage

95

Wadena TimberRoots Minnesota State Community & Tech College

Sawmill & Planning Mills, General

80

Vocational School

75

Grocery Store

63

Wadena SuperOne

280

Home Care and Hospice

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wadena Facts hoUSInG

STaTISTIcS

Housing Activity

Accommodations

Single Housing Units

1,526

Multiple Family Units

424

Mobile Homes

34

Owner Occupied

77%

2017 Residential Building Permits

AmericInn Lodge & Suites

41 units

Brookside Motel

14 Units

Terry Motel

10 Units

Eastwood Inn of Wadena

43 Units

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Estimated Market Value 2017 Payable 2018

Media

Commercial & Industrial

Wadena Pioneer Journal

Weekly Newspaper

124,449,400

AM Radio Stations

KWAD, KNSP, KSKK

2,810,100

FM Radio Stations

K106, KSKK

Charter Cable TV

Local Ch. 8

Residential (including apts.)

46,702,600

Other

Proposed Property Tax Rates Payable 2018 Municipal Tax Rate

55.799%

County Tax Rate

86.113%

Library

School Tax Rate

19.622%

Wadena City Library

Kitchigami Regional Library System

Transportation

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Wadena Municipal Airport

Light Aircraft

(218) 631-7775

Executive Express

Twin Cities Shuttle

(888) 522-9899

Wadena is an Ojibway word meaning ‘Little Round Hill’.

When the Northern Pacific Railroad crossed the country in 1872, a new town formed around the depot 15 miles west of the old post and was given the name ‘Wadena’ after the old townsite Wadena. Located at the crossroads of Highways 10 and 71, nestled in the heart of Central Minnesota, Wadena is surrounded by numerous lakes and rivers.

Friendly Rider Transit

Public Buses

(218) 631-5730

Jefferson Bus Lines

National Bus Line

(218) 631-7163

Medi-Van

Disabled Transportation

(800) 422-0976

People’s Express

Disabled Transportation

(218) 631-2909

UPS Terminal

Shipping

(800) 742-5877

Smith Furniture & Carpet Inc. “Your Satisfaction Measures Our Success”

Communication Arvig

Phone, Cable TV, Direct TV, Internet, Exceed Now

West Central Telephone

Phone, Broadband, Direct TV, Security, Smart Home Automation, Medical Alert Systems

Qwest

Phone, Internet, Direct TV

Todd-Wadena Electric

WildBlue Wireless Internet

Charter Communications

Digital TV, Internet, Phone

MAKING EVENTS

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302 South Jefferson Street Wadena, MN 56482

(218) 631-2301 • (888) 557-6484 smithfurnitureandcarpet@gmail.com www.smithfurnitureandcarpet.com

Hotel & Pool

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agriculture FarmerS’ marKeT

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he 126th Annual Wadena County Fair will be held June 18-20, 2020 at the Wadena County Fairgrounds, 400 Ash Ave., NW, Wadena. The Wadena County Fair has parking and entertainment for the whole family. The fair is family friendly with many new and repeat exhibits and shows. 4-H and open divisions, the Family Fun Center, carnival, many new vendors and exciting grandstand events.

The Wadena County Fair is organized by the Wadena County Agricultural Society whose mission is to recognize and promote the citizens, organizations, and businesses in Wadena County. Visit www.wadenacountyfair.com for updates, information and schedules. (218) 639-3618.

2020

is going to be a big year for our Wadena Farmers’ Market! We are working to bring more variety to our markets. We work with local businesses to promote and sustain our market. This year we are starting a CSA program at the Friday market! We are proud to provide ONLY Local!

We like to think of our Friday market as more of a “Gathering Place!” From 2 – 5:30 pm every Friday, north on Hwy 71, from mid-May – mid-October you can find a lot going on! We average 12 vendors who offer fresh produce, marvelous baked goods, maple syrup and more. We accept EBT and Debit cards. We have something different going on every week. This may include music, art, food demos or Farmer Market tours, along with shade and cool water and you can get entered into our drawings!

At our Thursday market you can find good stuff too.

Starting at 7:00 am this market is at BN Park and runs July September.

Visit us on Facebook at WadenaFarmersMarket or for more information contact Les Schwartz (218) 639-1941.

Wadena Christmas Festival Saturday, Nov. 28 9 a.m.

- 5Bags p.m.

Santa Claus Candy for Kids

• FreeClaus Horse Candy DrawnBags Carriage Rides Santa for Kids • Arts & Crafts Performing Artists • Music $$ Free Horse Drawn • Food Carriage Rides Admission Admission • Performing Artists Arts & Crafts $2 with food For information call donation Music • Food

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218-632-7704 or 877-631-7704 or (877) chamber@wadenacoc.com 631-7704 • chamber@wadenacoc.com For information call (218) 632-7704

Memorial Auditorium Memorial Auditorium

Elementary School, Hwy West, Wadena W-DCW-DC Elementary School, Hwy2929 West, Wadena

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development organizations wadena deVeLoPmenT aUThorITY

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he Wadena Development Authority (WDA) is the economic and community development arm of the City of Wadena.

Formed in 1984, the WDA is celebrating over 35 years of ”Creating Conditions for Doing Business.”

From humble beginnings and the generosity of local business owners, trying to raise a few dollars to create a small loan fund of around $20,000, the WDA now manages a loan fund with assets exceeding a million dollars as well as managing over 70 acres of land dedicated for development. We have cultivated a relationship with the Small Business Development Center, to provide a high level of business planning and development assistance to local entrepreneurs. We also maintain close ties to other regional organizations like the Region Five Development Commission, the Initiative Foundation, a local office of the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), and Small Business Development Center (SBDC), giving the community access to other services and loan funds.

The City of Wadena has a strong base of infrastructure to support business development in the community, including comparatively low municipal water and electricity rates, with plenty of excess capacity to meet your business needs. With two providers offering high speed data access, a strong local community and technical college, a growing state-of-the-art health care facility, and excellent recreational facilities, the support services for progressive businesses are in place.

Wadena continues a long relationship working with DEED to provide the best tools to grow your business. Providing tax breaks for new and expanding businesses, TIF and tax abatement, DEED loan and redevelopment programs are available through the WDA. As you can see, the Wadena community has a great deal to offer.

The WDA has partnered with the Wadena-Deer Creek School District to promote and support an entrepreneurship curriculum as well as a continual trades program. These

programs foster a spirit of enterprise and entrepreneurship in local high school students interested in starting a new business locally.

The Wadena Development Authority has been “Creating Conditions for Doing Business” for 30 plus years, and conditions have never been better. Come see me at the Wadena Development Authority and see how we can create even better conditions for YOUR business.

For more information contact the Wadena Development Authority, Dean Uselman, Director, (218) 631-7710 or e-mail wda@wadena.org. 222 2nd St SE, Wadena, MN 56482. www.wadena.org.

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‘Creating conditions for doing business.’

The Wadena Development Authority Board of Directors is made up of business volunteers concerned about the long-term economic vitality of the Wadena community.

� STAFF (218) 631-7710 George Deiss .............................................President Terry Lynk .......................................................Director Bill Stearns .......................................Vice President Kyle Davis ........................................................Director Kelly Wong .....................................................Director Jeff Browne....................................................Director Wade Miller ....................................................Director Janette Bower.......................... City Administrator Jeff Pederson ..................................Legal Counsel Dean Uselman .......................Executive Director

development organizations wadena hoUSInG & redeVeLoPmenT aUThorITY

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hroughout its 50-year history, the Wadena Housing and Redevelopment Authority has striven to achieve filling the greater housing needs of the Wadena area. Serving as a technical and financial resource, the Wadena Housing and Redevelopment Authority is continually finding new ways to accomplish its mission.

Fix-Up Loan Program

mISSIon STaTemenT: To evaluate the housing and redevelopment needs of the greater Wadena area, and to enable appropriate public and/or private solutions.

resources available and affordable housing options • • • •

Rental Assistance Fair Oaks Apartments Humphrey Manor Commercial Apartments

FUn FacT: Wadena County has 81,342 acres of total crop land. The average farm size is 230 acres and the average age of Wadena County farmer is 55 years. Wadena County has 4,000 milk cows on 58 dairy farms. Each cow averages 17,700 lbs. of milk per year. Wadena County has 4,500 beef cows. The county has 600 sheep, 34,800 acres of hay, 20,800 acres of corn and thousands of acres of potatoes.

This program is established for repairs that directly affect energy efficiency, safety, or handicapped accessible improvements. It is for both rental property and homeowners.

This assistance is in the form of a low interest loan for properties within the City of Wadena. To qualify for the loan, homeowners must meet income guidelines, and other requirements. Rental property loans are based on guidelines for housing of low income families.

Section 8 rental assistance This Federally funded program assists low-income families to rent decent, safe and sanitary housing in the private rental market.

humphrey manor This 120 unit subsidized one and two bedroom apartment complex serves low income persons. Apartments are conveniently located near downtown. Residents enjoy a variety of activities, and the convenience of services provided.

commercial apartments This 16 unit one and two-bedroom apartment building is located in downtown Wadena. The 1989 hotel renovation project not only preserved an integral part of Wadena history, it created housing for those 55 years or older.

Fair oaks apartments This 32 unit built in 1996 features a unique two-story skylight atrium surrounded by apartments. All utilities included.

Financial solutions centered on you.

Monday - Thursday (Lobby & Drive Up): 8am - 5pm Friday (Lobby & Drive Up): 8am - 6pm Saturday (Drive up only): 8am - Noon 80 JEFFERSON ST S, WADENA

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education wadena-deer creeK PUbLIc SchooLS elementary education

Wadena-Deer Creek Elementary serves students in preschool through grade 4. WDC’s commitment to each child begins with preschool for 3-, 4- and 5-year-olds, All-Day, Every-Day Kindergarten and small class sizes which allow for individualized and differentiated instruction. In addition to dedicated, caring classroom teachers, our students receive additional instruction in: Music, Art, Physical Education, Technology, Special Education services, and bully prevention.

Beginning the summer of 2018, WadenaDeer Creek Elementary and adjoining Memorial Auditorium are undergoing a $14.75 million remodel. The work is being completed in two phases over the two years.

WDC Elementary, in partnership with area service organizations, offers a wide range of curricular and extracurricular activities for students during the school day, after school, on some Saturdays, and during the summer.

Because of dedicated teachers and parent volunteers, the following activities are available for students in grades K-8: Band (grade 5-6), Science Fair (grades 5-6), Spelling Bee (grades 5-8), School Patrol (4th grade), Girl Scouts, Boy/Cub Scouts, Dance Class, 4-H Clubs, Tae Kwon Do, Savings Program, Drama Camp, and seasonal programs for grades K-6: Hockey, Wrestling, Flag Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Wrestling and Golf.

wdc child care

adena-Deer Creek School District offers quality extended-day child care programs – Little Kids Club for 16 months to school-age children located at M State campus as well as Kids Krew for children in Kindergarten to sixth grade at the elementary school. Both are open from 6 am to 6 pm. during the school year and summer months.

The goal of our childcare programs is to provide a safe, recreational environment where children develop friendships and enhance their skills to be respectful, caring, responsible, honest and fair. If you have questions, contact Jennifer Ness at (218) 639-7105 or jness@wdc2155.k12.mn.us.

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middle / high School

Wadena-Deer Creek Middle / High School provides educational opportunities for students in academics, fine arts, athletics, and leadership to approximately 600 students in grades 5-12. WDCHS teachers and staff are student centered and focused on our mission of Building a legacy of excellence… one student at a time.

Our state-of-the-art building was built in 2012 after an F4 tornado severely damaged our high school in 2010.

WDC High School’s indoor and outdoor facilities are second to none.

The middle/high school is located on a scenic 50-acre campus in southwest Wadena. It is a great place to learn!

WDC High School offers approximately 100 different course offerings. Our “Senior to Sophomore” program provides juniors and seniors the option of taking up to 30 college credits at our school from our certified staff. Students who choose to take advantage of the program can complete an entire year of college before they graduate form high school! Courses in the program include: College Writing,

Public Speaking, College Biology I & II, College Algebra, College Trigonometry, College Calculus and Central Minnesota CEO program.

WDC also offers 4 classes that have articulation agreements with schools in the MN Community and Technical College system. WDC offers advanced and rigorous courses in industrial arts, English, FACS, social studies, world languages, math, science, technology, and audio/visual arts. WDC has a comprehensive curriculum and elective program for every student of every interest.

Students in grades 7-12 are involved a variety of competitive sports, including volleyball, football, wrestling, basketball, cheer leading, baseball, softball, dance line, hockey, tennis, cross country, golf and clay target league. There are also many clubs, organizations, and fine arts activities, including Drama, Instrumental and Vocal Music, Speech, Knowledge Bowl, Business Professionals of America (BPA), Future Farmers of America (FFA), and Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), all for student participation.

Wadena-Deer Creek Schools is a great place to learn, work and grow.

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each other with dignity, equity, fairness and respect. Our staff and students are committed to continuing WDC’s tradition of excellence. With the ongoing support and involvement of our parents and communities, we embrace that many opportunities to learn, teach and appreciate the unique gifts that we can offer to one another. We invite you to find out more about the wonderful school community by visiting our school website: www.wdc2155.k12. mn.us, Facebook page at Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools, and Twitter @ WDCSchools.

education ecFe and Preschool Wadena-Deer Creek Public Schools Independent School District #2155 District Office: 632-2155 www.wdc2155.k12.mn.us Wadena-Deer Creek Elementary School Office: 632-2400 Grades Pre K-4 Wadena-Deer Creek Middle/High School 632-2300 Grades 5-12

adena-Deer Creek Schools offers a great place for you and your infant, toddler or preschooler to learn and have fun! Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) offers classes for families, which include parent-child learning activities, parent discussion and a chance for children to interact with one another. ECFE also hosts many special events just for families too! For a brochure on ECFE classes and special events, call WDC Elementary at (218) 632-2364.

Wadena-Deer Creek Preschool is a wonderful preparation for elementary school. It’s a place where young

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children can meet and interact, feel safe away from mom and dad, learn, and have fun! A quality preschool stimulates your child’s imagination and physical, social and emotional development. Enroll today by calling WDC Elementary at (218) 632-2364.

community education

variety of classes, programs and activities are offered for individuals of all ages. Classes offered include gardening, cooking, computer training, CPR, senior defensive driving classes, and much more! There’s even opportunities to take educational bus trips, open gym for families, and Kid’s Krew for working parents.

WDC Community Education is excited to offer year-round recreational activities for youths, which includes summer activities such as drama camp, craft classes and Kid’s Krew, just to name a few.

To learn more about Wadena-Deer Creek Community Education, contact the Community Education Director at (218) 632-2323 or by email: dcantleberry@wdc2155.k12.mn.us or visit www.wdc2155.k12.mn.us.

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reshwater Education District Area Learning Center Wadena Site is located at 624 N Jefferson.

Freshwater Education District Area Learning Center in Wadena offers a Middle level program. It is a five-day a week, full day program where Freshwater Education District provides specialized instruction for students between the age 12-15 who will benefit from support in academics, study skills and behavior. Older students can attend one of two full days as a full-time student or as a credit recovery student in an Independent Study Program at this site also. An on-line program is also an option at this site where a staff person assists students with organization and motivation to increase their success in on-line courses.

Freshwater Education District Area Learning Center’s mission at all of our sites is to provide a well-rounded educational foundation for students through nontraditional methods within a respectful, safe and secure environment.

Please contact Heidi Heino at (218) 631-2281 and dial 5 for additional information.

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education SonrISe chrISTIan SchooL

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onRise Christian School is a private Christ-centered, student focused learning environment for grades Pre K-12.

We believe each child is a gift from God possessing talents and abilities to fulfill a purpose in life. We help them define that purpose and discover how to develop the skills to achieve it.

Our network of parents, teachers and staff are committed to providing quality spiritual and academic education. Our core curriculum is based on Biblical principles to enhance Christian values. Along with academics, our school offers Bible classes, computer classes, and music.

Every week, we have a special Chapel speaker come and visit our students. All of our classrooms and library are internet accessible. Our small classroom sizes help teachers to focus on each student’s learning style, building confidence in students as they achieve their individual goals.

We are ACSI licensed to provide the best quality, Christian education for each student.

Tuition at SonRise is affordable. We are privately funded by those who believe in providing students with knowledge and purpose for now and their future. If you would like to join our SonRise family of supporters, call us at (218) 385-3774. If you would like to tour our school or request more information, call the school at (218) 385-3774 or visit our website at www.sonrisechristian schoolmn.com.

SonRise Christian School is located 6 miles west of Wadena on Highway 10.

SonRise Christian School Private 35305 585th Ave. Bluffton, MN 56518 (218) 385-3774 office@sonrisechristianschoolm.com

adult basic education

dult Basic Education (ABE) is the program for adults who would like to improve reading, writing and math skills. ABE provides opportunities for adults to practice, learn from and master the skills and strategies required for responsible citizenship, productive employment and self-sufficiency. Programs include: English as a Second Language: individualized instruction for any adult whose native language is not English.

GED (High School Equivalency Certificate): official GED testing offered monthly.

Free and individualized tutoring available to prepare for GED. Reading for Adults: Free and confidential help for adults who have difficulty reading.

Basic Skills for Adults: One to one tutoring for adults in life skills/job skills, citizenship and self improvement.

Eligibility: Adult Basic Education programs serve persons ages 16 and older not currently enrolled in a high school program or who have educational needs below the high school completion level.

Class Times: Classes are held year-round. Instruction is individualized and geared to each student’s needs.

Please call Stephanie Drange at (218) 632-2450, M State - Wadena for more information.

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education m STaTe commUnITY & TechnIcaL coLLeGe ffordable prices. Fifteen hands-on programs. More than 300 online courses. University transfer options.

You’ll find it all at M State’s Wadena campus, including: Our Cosmetology students get training in the latest in hair, skin and nail care. Set up an appointment for their many services in our campus salon at (218) 631-7805.

Massage Therapy students learn the fundamentals of effective, professional massage treatments. Enjoy reducedpriced massages by making an appointment at (218) 631-7839.

Our two Nursing programs are the Generic Option degree, for students with no previous nursing experience seeking to become registered nurses, and the Advanced Standing degree for LPNs advancing to become registered nurses.

Pharmacy Technology students get training to assist registered pharmacists

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with both technical and clinical pharmacy duties. Courses are online, with required hours in our state-of-theart lab in Wadena.

Electrical Technology students learn to build, install, maintain and repair the electrical systems that provide heat, light and power for residential, commercial and industrial structures.

Our Electrical Line Worker Technology program provides hands-on experience in all phases of power line construction and maintenance. AAS and diploma programs are offered on our Wadena campus, and a diploma is offered at our satellite location in Baudette.

Gas Utility Construction and Service trains students to install, maintain and operate the high- and lowpressure natural gas distribution systems that supply customers nationwide. Strong industry demand prompted the program’s creation in 2015.

Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning/Commercial Refrigeration students learn the skills for an in-demand career in residential and light commercial heating, ventilation, ducting, air conditioning and refrigeration.

Exciting things are happening this summer on the Wadena campus thanks to funding by the 2017 Legislature, with construction of a new library in underutilized space and Student Development Services consolidated into one convenient location. In our nursing department, private donations raised

by M State Foundation and Alumni are funding lab renovations.

Visit our website at minnesota.edu for more information about programs and upcoming events.

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Partners for a healthy wadena region

hat do the decorative art deco street lights that grace Wadena’s main street, and the restored Depot in Burlington Northern Park share in common? They are both projects that Partners for a Healthy Wadena Region spearheaded.

The street light project is complete, and Depot in Wadena continues to be the cornerstone for Partners’ activity in the community. During open hours the Depot is open to the public with its display of railroad memorabilia and historic photographs of the railroad history of Wadena. Find out about all the events that are happening in Wadena by stopping at the Depot. Through collaboration with the Wadena County Historical Society the Depot hosts historical exhibits organized by the Historical Society. Information about these exhibits is available at the Historical Society’s website and on the Partners website: thedepotwadena.org.

The popularity of the Depot for business meetings, graduation parties, birthday parties, conferences, wedding receptions, and weddings grows each year. To inquire about rentals please call (218) 849-6087 or visit the Partners website: thedepotwadena.org.

The restored Depot is a jewel of prairie vernacular architecture of which Wadena is justly proud. Partners hopes to restore more than the building itself by making the Depot a vibrant part of community life, providing a space where everyone can share Wadena’s past as well as learn about our city’s present and future. Visit the Partners Depot website: thedepotwadena.org, and stop in at one of the exhibits or events such as our “wine and chocolate” fundraiser.

Partners is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit corporation and its offices are located in the Depot.

Inquiries about the Depot and Partners may be directed to thedepotwadena@gmail.com.

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Computer Repair

• Archery Club • Bike the 10-mile trail • Bowling • Burlington Northern Park & Picnic Area • Canoe on the Crow Wing • Christmas Festival • Community Band Concerts • Cross Country Ski • Downtown Murals • Farmer’s Market • Flea Markets • Frisbee Golf • Golf our 18-hole course • Hike on nature trails • Horse Trails • Hunting Clubs • June Jubilee • Outdoor Ice Rinks • Maslowski Wellness & Research Center • Old Wah-de-na Historic Site • Outdoor Basketball • Snowmobile • Roller Skating Rink • Sunnybrook Park Camping/ Nature Watching/Buffalo/ Picnics • Tae Kwon Do • Target practice at Knob Hill • Tennis • Three-Screen Movie Theater • Wadena Area Concert Association • Wadena Co. Historic Museum • Walking Tour • Whiskey Creek Film Festival • Youth Fishing • Boredom is not allowed!

wadena area churches assemblies of God christian & Wadena Assemblies of missionary God Church alliance 419 1st St NW Wadena, MN 56482 631-2896 wadenaassembly.com Pastor Michael Maroney

baptist

First Missionary Baptist Church

Lutheran

Wadena Alliance Church 1428 Jefferson St S Wadena, MN 56482 631-3563 Pastor Steve Hammer

1842 2nd St SW Wadena, MN 56482 631-2002 southbrookbaptistchurch.org, Rev. Jake Heppner

catholic

St. Ann’s Catholic Church 514 1st St SE Wadena, MN 56482 631-1593 Father Aaron Kuhn Deacon Jerry Snyder bpieck@saintanns.net

22 Dayton Ave. SW P.O. Box 175 Wadena, MN 56482 631-3928 Cell: 640-2999 Administrative Assistant Sandra Gould

Grace Connection 17 5th St SW Wadena, MN 56482 639-5666 Pastor Jeff Heisler mygraceconnection.com

625 3rd St NW Wadena, MN 56482 631-1006

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Seventh day adventist

403 2nd St SE, PO Box 69 Wadena, MN 56482 631-2738 Pastor Nate Loer Assoc. Pastor Megan Clapp Youth and Family Coordinator, Jil Fiemeyer

St. John Lutheran Church (Missouri Synod) 710 Franklin Ave. SW Wadena, MN 56482 631-3000 stjohnwadena@yahoo.com Pastor Stephen Meltzer

methodist

Jehovah’s witness Wadena Congregation of Jehovah Witnesses Kingdom Hall

117-119 1st St. SE Wadena, MN 56482 631-5986 Pastor Robert Segovia

Immanuel Lutheran Church (ELCA)

St. Helen’s Episcopal Church

Southbrook Baptist Ch.

Epicenter Church

602 Jefferson St S Wadena, MN 56482 631-2741 Pastor Curt Emerson

episcopal

222 3rd St NE Wadena, MN 56482 639-9019 Pastor Ed Lewis

non- denominational

Zion Free Lutheran Church (AFLC)

Wadena United Methodist Church

Seventh Day Adventist Church 14711 125th Ave. Wadena, MN 56482 631-4030 Pastor Russell Meier

United church of christ

First Congregational United Church Of Christ 110 Colfax Ave. SW Wadena, MN 56482 Church 631-4646 Licensed Minister Cindy Lemke Licensed Minister Jim Stoneman

23 Dayton Ave. SE Wadena, MN 56482 Pastor Lee Kantonen (218) 631-3412

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health vulnerable time in Deb’s life, Ayesha and the rest of the TriCounty infusion therapy team were there to help guide her through every step of treatment.

Building a bright future

Amanda, pregnant with her second child, was nervous about starting off with a new provider. At times, Amanda just needed a shoulder to cry on and a supportive voice, and Dr. DuChene was there to provide positivity and support through it all. This experience has built Amanda’s optimism about the health and happiness of her family’s future.

A life-saving diagnosis

Kari scheduled an appointment with her primary care provider following a trip to the ER for a panic attack and severe anxiety. After years of seeing Kari as her patient, Dr. Adams knew she was not acting like herself and something was off, so she scheduled an ultrasound that ended up discovering an early stage of ovarian cancer.

Providing comfort in a time of need

Tri-county health care is Your Trusted Partner for Life o matter the reason for the visit, Tri-County Health Care Is dedicated to providing patients with an excellent experience. Our patients take note of the extra effort that means so much and decided to share a few of their stories. From the bottom of our heart, we thank you for allowing us to be Your Trusted Partner for Life.

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Making his day

David was in the hospital last October and missed out on his Halloween work party and other festivities. After hearing about it, his nurse, Amber, decided to brighten David’s day by taking him all over the clinic to different nursing stations to “Trick or Treat.” He collected a lot of candy and could barely contain his excitement!

Easing nerves during a tough time

When Deb was diagnosed with cancer, she was overwhelmed with fear and nervousness. During a scary and

LaVon’s husband, Leroy, experienced a lot of pain during multiple stays at the hospital. Rafael, a registered nurse on the night shift, helped to ease Leroy’s pain by taking him for late night rides down the hallway, giving him showers to cool off and being there when he just needed someone to talk to.

Rafael also made sure to keep a very nervous LaVon updated on her husband’s condition.

Being there every step of the way

There were several challenges when Alyssa and her husband prepared to start their family. From ordering an ultrasound early in the pregnancy to complications at childbirth to teaching about skin sensitivities for their newborn, Dr. Schmidt was there as a strong supporter to Alyssa and her family every step of the way.

Tri-County Health Care offers primary care, surgery, cancer care, diagnostic imaging, orthopedics, rehabilitation and more.

For more information, visit TCHC.org or call (218) 631-3510.

mahube-oTwa community action Partnership

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ahube-Otwa Community Action Partnership is a private, non-profit corporation governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, and provides services for low-income and seniors living in the five county area of Becker, Hubbard, Mahnomen, Otter Tail and Wadena counties.

Services include: • Family Services • Family Assets • VITA Tax Preparation • Head Start & Early Savings Program Assistance Head Start • Housing & Rental Assistance • Health Insurance & • Budget Counseling Medicare • Energy Assistance • Weatherization Counseling • Child Care Training • Retired Senior • Volunteer Program Emergency Food & & Scholarships Shelter • Family Health & • Homemaking & Family Planning Chore Services www.mahube.org • Wadena Office • (218) 632-3600 24 | Area Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2020

health Fair oaks Lodge

Knute nelson

air Oaks Lodge is a 75-bed skilled nursing facility that specializes in a continuum of care for all people. They provide cutting edge transitional care and rehabilitation. The speech, occupational, and physical therapists provide an individualized, holistic approach to speed up your recovery. The facility also provides exceptional short term, long term, respite, and support to hospice services when desired.

Other campus services include: skilled nursing, social services, recreation therapy, spiritual services, independent living apartments, and exercise classes. Fair Oaks Lodge is dedicated to meeting each person’s needs throughout their own health care journey.

The Fair Oaks Lodge team is exemplary, radiating a spirit of professionalism and dedication to preserving and enriching the lives of those entrusted to their care.

They truly take a personal interest in the enhancement for every individual’s quality of life.

Fair Oaks Lodge features a beautiful 180-degree windowed dining room overlooking the wooded grounds adjoining the park just across the creek. The mature oaks and winding creek provide a home to abundant wildlife. The 47-acre wooded campus creates a sense of serenity that lends itself to healing and rejuvenation. Inside offers a chapel, beauty shop, and many other amenities. Fair Oaks Lodge has it all!

Fair Oaks Lodge extends a personal invitation to prospective residents and their families to tour our campus and facilities. Call (218) 631-1391 to schedule a personal tour.

nute Nelson is your choice for a many adult healthcare services. Founded in 1948, Knute Nelson is focused on developing innovative programs and services that enhance the quality of life for adults. They are a non-profit, Christianbased organization that combines an extraordinary legacy with an innovative presence in adult services. Serving 29 counties in West Central Minnesota, Knute Nelson offers Home Care, Hospice, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, Memory Care, Care Center, Smart-Home Technology, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Outpatient Rehabilitation and Wellness Memberships and Programming for 45 and older adults. Knute Nelson is committed to enriching the lives of those we serve by identifying and providing solutions that empower individuals. Learn more at www.KnuteNelson.org.

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convenient Transportation in wadena & Surrounding area

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ince 2003, Friendly Rider has provided public transportation to North Central Minnesota. We connect people with their community, work, school, shopping, doctor visits, and more.

So how do you ride the bus? Just call Friendly Rider to schedule your ride… or reservations can be made online through the Friendly Rider website. The bus picks you up in front of your home or workplace and takes you where you need to go. For more information visit www.Friendlyrider.com or call (218)-631-5730. Friendly Rider is here to get you there!

See us for all of your insurance needs

Ebner Insurance

Mon-Wed 6 AM – 6 PM Thu & Fri 6 AM – 10 PM Sat 9 AM – 3 PM Sun 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM Call (218) 631-5730 TO SCHEDULE YOUR RIDE!

20 Jefferson St S | Wadena MN 56482

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area charity organizations Foster Grandparents

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he Foster Grandparent Program is an intergenerational program that provides opportunities for seniors 55 and older to make a valuable contribution to their community.

Foster Grandparents serve as volunteers and develop mentoring relationships with children in schools, head starts, daycares and other non-profit agencies. The Foster Grandparent encourages the children to learn skills and interact with them individually, offering them encouragement and unconditional love.

In return for serving 15-40 hours weekly the volunteer receives a tax-free stipend, transportation reimbursement, a daily meal, monthly training, social events and best of all, an opportunity to enrich and add purpose to their lives.

The Area Supervisor in Wadena County is Jon Knopik.

Jon can be reached at (320) 229-4593.

organizations, clubs & Groups Lions Rotary VFW Elks American Legion Wadena Women Volunteers Hobby Club Study Club Garden Club Sportsmen’s Club Backcourt Club Baseball Association Boxing Association Ag Society Wadena Revitalization Committee

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nown unofficially as the Food Shelf, Project Share is one of over 300 food distribution centers across the state. We are a part of Hunger Solutions Minnesota which was organized from several Minnesota programs and Emergency Food Assistance Program, a federal program operated by FEMA. We distribute food and surplus commodities to those in need.

Every guest must complete a questionnaire, provide an ID on each visit, and respect the situation and others involved.

Project Shares services about 150 families per month in the cities of Wadena, Deer Creek and Bluffton. Call 632-5335 for more information Monday and Thursday 9 am – 11:45 am Project Share is supported by private and business donations.

Clover Leaf Youth Partnership Tri-County Hospital Auxiliary PO Chapter AG

Someplace Safe works to assist victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, sexual We provide advocacy services to assist victims, survivors, exploitation, sex trafficking, labor trafficking, and other crimes (including: stalking, familytheft, androbbery, friendstheft, whoetc.), have affected elder abuse, identity as been they navigate the by social, emotional domestic violence, assault, or general crimes. and economic impacts they face sexual as victims on the path to becoming survivors.

All advocacy freeand and confidential.

All advocacyservices services are are free confidential

Wadena (218) 631-3311 • 24 Local Hour Crisis Line (800) 974-3358 • someplacesafe.info 218-631-3311 Accessible services are including: interpreters, live chat, and text options 24available, Hour Crisis Line 800-974-3359

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Someplace Safe

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omeplace Safe is a nonprofit agency offering a myriad of services to victims and survivors of crime, families, and communities in a nine-county region in West Central Minnesota. Over 4,000 unduplicated local victims of crime are provided services each year through ten Advocacy Offices, five Parenting Time Centers, and two Thrift Stores located in Big Stone, Douglas, Grant, Otter Tail, Pope, Stevens, Traverse, Wadena, and Wilkin Counties.

Someplace Safe works to assist victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, sex trafficking, labor trafficking, and other crimes (including: stalking, elder abuse, identity theft, robbery, theft, etc.), as they navigate the social, emotional and economic impacts they face as victims on the path to becoming survivors.

The Someplace Safe Wadena Advocacy Office provides advocacy services to victims of all ages in a safe confidential atmosphere allowing victims and survivors to access trauma-informed, client-led services for themselves, their families, and their support systems.

Government wadena city

city Government Structure

Mayor George Deiss

631-4305

Organization

Mayor/Council

City Administrator Janette Bower

631-7707

City Bonding Rating

Standard & Poors A+

Wade Miller

639-6649

Comprehensive Land Use Yes 2013

Jessie Gibbs

639-2626

Recycling

Yes

Bruce Uselman

639-0610

Fire Insurance Rating

5

Mark Lunde

251-6501

Public Protective Services Fire

20 members

Police

Officers: 9 full-time, 6 part-time, 1 Secretary / Dispatcher

Sheriff

11 full-time officers, 13 part-time

EMS

13 full-time EMT, 16 part-time paramedics

Ambulance

Full ALS service, Full-time Emergency Manager

wadena county commissioners Bill Stearns

631-2351

Sheldon Monson

640-3278

Jon Kangas

255-1952

Charles Horsager

639-4225

Jim Hofer

894-1152

State of minnesota Governor, Tim Walz

(651) 201-3400

Senator, Paul Gazelka

(651) 296-4875

State Representative, John Poston

(651) 296-4293

Industrial plans approved by Planning Commission, City Council & Development Authority

county Services County Auditor/Treasurer Heather Olson County Assessor Lee Brekke Sheriff Department Sheriff Michael Carr, Jr. Highway Engineer / County Coordinator, Ryan Odden Public Health Nurse Cindy Pederson Zoning Administrator Deana Malone Recorders Office Soledad Henriksen County Attorney Kyra Ladd Emergency Manager Tyler Wheeler Wadena County Solid Waste Household Hazardous Waste

631-7784 631-7781 632-6058 631-7636 631-7269 631-7791 631-7622 631-7796 631-7795 631-7643

US Post Office

631-2903

MN Workforce Center

631-7600

Social Services

631-7605

631-7707

Wadena County Courthouse Vital Statistics & Records, Passports, Birth & Death Certificates

631-7622

city Services City Administrative Center, Janette Bower Fire Department Chief, Dean Uselman

631-7710

Police Department Chief, Naomi Plautz

631-7700

City Library Librarian, Renee Frethem

631-2476

Minnesota Extension Office

631-7623

Municipal Airport

631-7707

Environmental Office

631-7643

Electric & Water Department, Dave Evans, Superintendent

631-7712

Whitetail Run Golf Course Kevin Ross

631-7718

Veterans Service Office

631-7617

City Attorney Jeff Pederson

631-1228

Municipal Liquor Store, Tim Booth, Manager

631-7703

Planning & Zoning Offices, Dean Uselman

631-7711

Street, Sewer & Park Department, Dan Kovar, Director

631 7705

Wastewater Treatment Plant, Mike Cottrell, Foreman

631-7715

Development Authority, Dean Uselman, Director

631-7710

Housing & Redevelopment Auth, Maria Marthaler, Director

631-7723

Maslowski Wellness and Research Center, Eric Robb, Mgr.

632-7777

Wadena County Office Building

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Products & Service directory ABsTRACT Wadena County Abstract Co., Inc. 22 Colfax SW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3431 (218) 631-3431 Fax ACCoUnTinG/CPA TAX PREPARATion Erik Olson, CPA, LTD 503 S Jefferson St Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1405 Terry Tumberg, EA 11 2nd St SW, Ste 2 Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1534 (218) 632-6028 Fax ADVERTisinG & DEsiGn AH Grafix, LLC 33509 109th Ave Menahga, MN 56464 (218) 631-6277 ahgrafix.com Review Messenger 112 MN Ave W Sebeka, MN 56477 (218) 837-5558 (218) 837-5560 Fax reviewmessenger.com Range Printing 204 1st St SE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-4394 spectrummrks.com Wadena Pioneer Journal 314 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2561 (218) 631-1621 Fax wadenapj.com AGRiCULTURE PRoDUCTs & sERViCEs Fleet Supply 949 Jefferson St N Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1660 (218) 631-1662 Fax Leaf River Ag Service 1504 Homecrest Ave SE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1020 (218) 631-4245 Fax Midwest Machinery 62505 US Hwy 10 Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2311 midwestmachineryco.com Northwest Aquatek Solutions 123 Jefferson S Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 248-0502 apartments Commercial Apartments 218 S. Jefferson St. Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-7723 Humphrey Manor 311 SE 2nd St. Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-7723 APPLiAnCE DEALERs Weber’s Wadena Hardware 109 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2454

ARTs & CULTURAL New York Mills Cultural Center 24 Main Ave N New York Mills, MN 56567 (218) 385-3339 kulcher.org Whiskey Creek Film Festival 21339 County Rd 55 Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-4618 whiskeycreekfilmfestival.org AssisTED LiVinG The Meadows of Wadena 110 Hemlock Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-3610 themeadowsofwadena.org ATToRnEYs Pederson & Pederson, P.A. 24 SW Colfax Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1228 (218) 631-1342 Fax Pemberton Law Firm 7 Colfax Ave SW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1400 (218) 632-5580 Fax pemlaw.com ATVs West Side Sports 508 Ash Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1113 AUToMoTiVE Auto Value - Wadena 215 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1070 (218) 631-1084 Fax autovaluestores.com/wadena BAnKs Central Minnesota Credit Union 80 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-5200 (218) 632-5205 Fax Mid-Central Federal Savings Bank 520 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1414 (218) 631-1444 Fax midcentralbank.com Wadena State Bank 304 1st St SE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1860 (218) 631-2319 Fax wadenastatebank.com BUiLDinG ConTRACToRs / sUPPLiEs Merickel Lumber Mills, Inc. 630 Ash Ave Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3570 (218) 631-3572 Fax Northwest Building Center 61 Juniper Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-4677

Wadena Ready Mix 415 5th St SE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1558 (218) 631-1080 Fax wadenareadymix@jmfcompanies. com CABLE CoMPAniEs Arvig 221 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-4227 (218) 632-4222 Fax arvig.com Charter Communications 308 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 1-800-314-7195 charter.com West Central Telephone 308 Frontage Road Sebeka, MN 56477 (218) 837-5151 (218) 837-5001 Fax wcta.net CAsino Shooting Star Casino 777 Casino Drive Mahnomen MN 56557 (218) 936-6712 starcasino.com CHURCHEs St. Ann’s Catholic Church 514 1st St SE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1593 Fax (218) 631-7149 wadenaareacatholic.org CLEAninG Building Maintenance Systems, LLC 2209 Industrial Drive PO Box 123 Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3555 ServiceMaster Clean of Wadena PO Box 594 Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1094 Fax (218) 829-9577 servicemasterretka.com CLoTHinG Fleet Supply 949 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1660 (218) 631-1662 Fax Wal-Mart #4246 100 Juniper Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1068 CoffEE RoAsTER Owly Bean Roasters 312 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 639-7733 ConsTRUCTion Mark Stone Construction Co. 414 Bryant Ave SW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2872

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CRAfTs / CRAfT sUPPLiEs Wal-Mart #4246 100 Juniper Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1068 ConsULTAnTs Northwest Aqwatek Solutions 123 Jefferson S Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 248-0502 DELi sERViCEs SuperOne 15 Aldrich Ave SW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3410 (218) 631-1140 Fax Wal-Mart #4246 100 Juniper Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1068 DEnTAL CARE Reuter Family Dentistry 80 Juniper Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1487 reuterfamilydentistry.com Woodland Dental 206 1st St SE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-4431 woodlanddental.org EDUCATion MN State Community & Technical College 405 Colfax Ave SW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-7800 (218) 631-7904 Fax minnesota.edu WDC Public Schools 600 Colfax Ave SW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-2155 wdc2155.k12.mn.us ELECTRiC CoMPAniEs MN Energy Resources Corporation 910 Cloquet Ave Cloquet, MN 55720 (218) 878-2258 Todd-Wadena Electrical Co-op 550 Ash Ave NE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3120 (218) 631-4188 Fax toddwadena.coop ELECTRiCAL ConTRACToRs Platinum Electric 19452 Co. Rd 66 Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3633 (218) 631-3462 Fax ELECTRoniCs Kern Electronics & Laser 1501 Industrial Drive Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2755 (218) 631-3476 Fax kernlasers.com

EMPLoYMEnT Penmac Staff Services 307 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 54682 (218) 632-9675 (218) 824-0626 EnGinEERinG Bolton & Menk, Inc. 7656 Design Road, Ste 200 Baxter, MN 56425 (218) 825-0684 bolton-menk.com finAnCiAL PLAnninG sERViCEs & EConoMiCs Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. 104 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-4096 (218) 631-3255 Fax fiTnEss Maslowski Wellness and Research Center 17 5th St SW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-7777 fLoRisT Northside Floral 508 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1774 (218) 632-5542 Fax wadenanorthsidefloral.com fUnERAL HoME Karvonen Funeral Home and Crematory 419 2nd St NE Wadena, MN 56482 karvonenfuneralhome.com (218)-632-4007 Schuller Family Funeral Homes 205 SW 4th St Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3632 schullerfamilyfh.com fURniTURE Homecrest Outdoor Living 1250 Homecrest Ave SE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1000 Smith Furniture & Carpet, Inc. 302 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2301 GARBAGE sERViCEs G&T Sanitation PO Box 186 Sebeka, MN 56477 (218) 837-5846 Long Prairie Sanitation 604 7th St NE Long Prairie, MN 56347 (320) 732-6464

Products & Services directory GAs CoMPAnY Leaf River Ag Service 1504 Homecrest Ave SE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1020 (218) 631-4245 Fax MN Energy Resource 222 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (800) 889-9508 minnesotaenergy resources.com GAs sTATion / ConVEniEnCE Casey’s General Store #1782 304 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-7058 caseys.com Holiday Station Store 101 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-4393 holidaystationstores.com GifT sHoPs Caring Hearts Boutique at Tri-County Hospital 415 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3510 Thrifty White Drug 321 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-4050 thriftywhite.com GoLf Whitetail Run Golf Course Hwy 71 N Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-7718 whitetailrungolfcourse.com GRoCERs / RETAiL SuperOne 15 Aldrich Ave SW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3410 (218) 631-1140 Fax Wal-Mart #4246 100 Juniper Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1068 GRoCERs / WHoLEsALE Mason Brothers 222 4th St NE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2220 (218) 631-1167 Fax Russ Davis Wholesale, Inc. 266 4th St NE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3070 HARDWARE / HoME & sPoRTinG GooDs Ace Hardware - Merickel’s 630 Ash Ave W Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3570 (218) 631-3572 Fax merickellumber.com Fleet Supply 949 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1660 (218) 631-1662 Fax

Wal-Mart #4246 100 Juniper Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1068 Weber’s Wadena Hardware 109 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2454 weberswadena.doitbest.com HiDE & fUR / RECYCLinG Wadena Hide & Fur Co., Inc. Hwy 10 W 700 Ash Ave W Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2617 (218) 631-2625 Fax wadenahideandfirco.net HisToRiCAL Depot (The) Aldrich Ave SW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-5999 thedepotwadena.org England Prairie Pioneer Club 28497 Owl Dr Browerville, MN 56438 (218) 924-4100 (320) 594-3034 Wadena Historical Society 603 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-9079 wadenacountyhistory.org HoME CARE Beyond Homecare 445 3rd Ave NE Perham, MN 56573 (218) 346-7922 (218) 346-7955 Knute Nelson Homecare and Hospice 315 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-1335 HoME DECoRATinG Smith Furniture & Carpet, Inc. 302 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2301 (218) 631-3991 Fax Wal-Mart #4246 100 Juniper Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1068 HoUsinG DEVELoPMEnT & MAnAGEMEnT Wadena HRA 222 SE 2nd St Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-7723 inDiViDUAL MEMBERs Waldahl, Lane 15468 Shady Acres Drive Wadena, MN 56482 insURAnCE American Family Insurance Keith Leiran Agency 405 Ash Ave NW, Ste 2 Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2100 keithleiran.com

Ebner Insurance 20 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3274 (218) 631-1994 Fax Johannes Insurance Agency 763 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1297 (218) 631-3185 Fax jolenejohannes.com North Risk Partners 614 NE Ash Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-6103 inTERnET sERViCEs Arvig 150 2nd St Perham, MN 56573 (218) 632-4227 (218) 632-4222 Fax arvig.com Charter Communications 308 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (800) 314-7195 charter.com Todd-Wadena Electrical Co-op 550 Ash Ave, NE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3120 (218) 631-4188 Fax toddwadena.coop West Central Telephone 308 Frontage Road Sebeka, MN 56477 (218) 837-5151 Fax (218) 837-5001 wcta.net JEWELERs Brink’s Jewelry, Inc. 202 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3294 LiBRARiEs Wadena City Library 304 1st St SW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2476 LiQUoR/off sALE Wadena Municipal Liquor Store Hwy 10 E Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-7703 Machinery Dealer Midwest Machinery 62505 US Hwy 10 Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2311 midwestmachineryco.com MAnUfACTURinG Homecrest Outdoor Living 1250 Homecrest Ave SE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1000 homecrest.com Kern Electronics & Lasers, Inc. 1501 Industrial Dr Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2755 (218) 631-3476 Fax kernlasers.com

MEDiA KPRW The Lakes 99 Five 235 W Main Perham, MN 56573 (218) 346-7596 (218) 346-7595 Fax lakesradio.net KSKK FM 94.7, KVKK 11 SE Bryant Ave Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3441 (218) 631-3414 Fax kkradionetwork.com KKWS Super Station K106 KWAD 920 AM/KNSP 1430 - Hubbard Broadcasting 201 ½ Jefferson St S Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1803 (218) 631-4557 Fax KWADKNSP.com Leighton Broadcasting 1340 Richwood Rd Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 (218) 847-5624 Review Messenger 112 MN Ave W Sebeka, MN 56477 (218) 837-5558 (218) 837-5560 Fax reviewmessenger.com Wadena Pioneer Journal 314 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2561 (218) 631-1621 Fax wadenapj.com MEDiCAL sERViCEs Erica’s House of Wellness 221 Ash Ave. NE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 639-6437 Jefferson Hearing Aid Center 223 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-4966 (218) 631-3801 Fax Knute Nelson Homecare and Hospice 315 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-1335 knutenelson.org Tri-County Health Care 415 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3510 tricountyhospital.org MoTELs / LoDGinG AmericInn Lodge & Suites 695 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1580 (218) 631-9253 Fax amercinn.com GrandStay Hotel & Suites 211 W Main St Parkers Prairie, MN 56361 (218) 338-3380 parkersprairie@grandstay.net grandstayparkers.com

nURsERY Pete’s Nursery and Landscaping 408 Alfred Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3616 (218) 639-2925 offiCE sUPPLiEs Wal-Mart #4246 100 Juniper Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1068 oPTiCAL Azure Vision Care 652 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1456 (218) 631-3213 Fax Midwest Vision Center 318 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3300 (218) 632-4020 Fax midwestvisioncenters.com Wadena Eye Clinic 222 SE 1st St Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2020 oRGAniZATions BizWorks Monica Katzenberger (218) 640-2686 wadenabizworks@ gmail.com Newlife Support Group Emerson Ave SE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2324 Partners for a Healthy Wadena PO Box 355 Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-5999 Sourcewell (NJPA) 202 12th St NE Staples, MN 56479 (218) 895-4119 NJPACOOP.org United Way of Ottertail & Wadena Counties 120 E Washington Ave Fergus Falls, MN 56537 (218) 736-5147 Wadena County Ag Society/ County Fair Hwy 10 NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 639-3361 wadenacountyfair.com Wadena Area Concert Association (218) 371-9487 alliedconcertservices.com Wadena Lions PO Box 285 Wadena, MN 56482 Wadena Rotary Club PO Box 533 Wadena, MN 56482

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Products & Service directory PHARMACiEs Thrifty White Drug 321 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-4050 thriftywhite.com Wal-Mart #4246 100 Juniper Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1068

Crisis Line (800) 974-3359 The Rising Phoenix 204 Bryant Ave SE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2113 (218) 631-2219 Fax Wadena County DAC, Inc. 305 5th St SW Sebeka, MN 56477 (218) 837-5182

PoLiCE City of Wadena Police Department (218) 631-7700

REsTAURAnTs Boondocks Cafe 201 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1353 Burger King 849 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3351 Larry’s Family Pizza 10 Bryant Ave SW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-4182 McDonald’s 20 NW Ash Ave Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3330 (218) 632-1115 Fax Owly Coffee Co. 409 Ash Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-8403 Pizza Ranch Restaurant 106 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2145 Subway 981 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-7151 The Uptown 224 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3498

REAL EsTATE / REnTALs Gores Company (The) 508 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2536 (218) 631-2539 Fax gorescompany.com Lake Region Association of Realtors 1008 Frontier Dr #102 Fergus Falls, MN 56537 (218) 739-0595 Paulson Realty PO Box 586 Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-6103 arleen@paulsonagencyrealty.com RECREATionAL VEHiCLEs Westside Sports 508 NW Ash Ave Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1113 RECYCLinG / sCRAP METAL Wadena Hide & Fur Co., Inc. 700 Ash Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2617 REfERRAL / REHABiLiTATion DEVELoPMEnTAL DisABiLiTiEs Mahube-Otwa Community Action Partnership, Inc. 311 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-3600 mahube.org Someplace Safe 309 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3311 (218) 631-7092 Fax someplacesafe.info

REsTAURAnTs & BARs The Uptown 224 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3498

VFW Post 3922 213 SE 1st St Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-6951 Wadena BPO Elks Lodge 647 N Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-9908 sCREEn PRinTinG & EMBRoiDERY Range Printing 204 1st St SE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-4394 (218) 631-1451 Fax spectrummrks.com sHoEs Lyle’s Shoes 118 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3066 siGns AH Grafix, LLC 33509 109th Ave Menahga, MN 56464 (218) 631-6277 ahgrafix.com snoWMoBiLE CLUB Trailbreakers Snowmobile Club Box 341 Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 639-4766 sPoRTinG GooDs Ace Hardware - Merickel’s 630 Ash Ave W Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-3570 (218) 631-3572 Fax merickellumber.com Wal-Mart #4246 100 Juniper Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1068 Weber’s Wadena Hardware 109 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2454 weberswadena.doitbest.com

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West Side Sports 508 Ash Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1113 sToRAGE CoMPAniEs Wadena U Stor & Lok N Hwy 71, E Hwy 10, S Hwy 71 (888) 815-5643 TELEPHonE / CELLULAR sERViCE Arvig 150 2nd St Perham, MN 56573 (218) 632-4227 arvig.com Charter Communications 308 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (800) 314-7195 charter.com West Central Telephone 308 Frontage Road Sebeka, MN 56477 (218) 837-5151 wcta.net TELEVisions Wal-Mart #4246 100 Juniper Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1068 (218) 631-1710 Fax THEATRE Cozy Theatre 223 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 24 Hr. Movie Info (218) 631-1201 cozytheatre.com Madhatters PO Box 127 Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 632-SHOW TRAnsPoRTATion Friendly Rider 229 Harry Rich Dr Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-5730

TRAVEL Area Travel Service 650 3rd Ave SE Perham, MN 56573 (218) 631-2521 (800) 626-3801 TRUCKinG CoMPAniEs Hunke Transfer 310 Homecrest Ave. Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-4042 Polman Transfer 63425 Hwy 10 W Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1753 polmantransfer.com Tony’s Transfer 1502 Reini Dr Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2182 VARiETY sToRE The Rising Phoenix 204 Bryant Ave SE Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-2113 Wal-Mart #4246 100 Juniper Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1068 WATER TREATMEnT Culligan Water Conditioning 320 Ash Ave NW Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 631-1579 WEB PAGE DEsiGn Quantum Merchant Services 204 N Jefferson St Wadena, MN 56482 (888) 881-0657 ext. 705 YoUTH inTEREsTs Mid-MN Tae Kwon Do School 213 S Jefferson Wadena, MN 56482 (218) 639-8480 midmntkd.com Wadena Hockey Club PO Box 522 Wadena, MN 56482 wadenahockeyclub.com

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