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GARDEN + 2025 WEEK 1
HOMETOWN CALLING Couple returns to Decorah – where it all began BY ROZ WEIS DECORAH LEADER STAFF WRITER
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cott and Ann Ulring are right at home in their newly renovated ranch rambler in the heart of Decorah, fulfilling hopes of reconnecting with their roots and contributing to the community. A down-to-the-studs renovation of the house was completed in a year, and the home has been transformed into a stylish family dwelling. Scott, a Decorah native, and his wife Ann met at Luther College. They graduated in 1984 and made their home in the Minneapolis area. The Ulrings have two children, Jane and Adam, both residing in the Twin Cities. “We chose to return to Decorah because we felt it was the ideal place to retire,” Ann said. “We are drawn to the natural beauty of the Driftless, the vitality of Water Street, the cultural offerings of Luther College and the friendliness of Decorah’s townspeople. We love being a part of the Decorah community; communities like this simply don’t exist in the same way in a large city.” In the back of their minds, a return to Decorah was always in the cards for the couple. Ann said they were
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A down-to-the-studs renovation project brought new life to the Ulring home. Original cedar siding was found under the mint green vinyl siding of the home on South Mill Street in Decorah. Before and after photos show the transformation. (Photos by Roz Weis)
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Published Tuesday, April 15, 2025