Regional News

There’s a moment almost every visitor experiences when driving down the Great River Road toward Grafton. You look out your window, trace the majestic limestone bluffs on one side and the sweeping Mississippi River on the other, and spot cyclists gliding effortlessly along the paved Sam Vadalabene Bike Trail. Naturally, the thought hits: “I wish we brought our bikes.”

What happened throughout the morning wasn't just a ceremony. It became a collective, deeply emotional experience that left every person in attendance completely blown away...

Let’s be real: we’ve always known Grafton is a crown jewel of the Great River Road. But come Summer 2026, the stakes are being raised. We aren’t just talking about a few new parking pads and a fresh coat of paint. We’re talking about a massive, multi-dimensional expansion at Raging Rivers WaterPark that turns a "day trip" into a "full-blown residency." Riverland RV Park and the Lumberjack’s Resort are officially landing, and if you thought this was just going to be a plac

We all gathered ’round for the official ribbon cutting of the Grafton Ferry, and let me tell you... this isn't just a seasonal "maybe it’s running" situation anymore. We are officially moving to a 7-day-a-week, year-round operation.

Nestled on the rugged west side of Calhoun County, a massive transformation is underway. Driven by a $50 million federal investment through the Upper Mississippi River Restoration (UMRR) program, the area surrounding Red’s Landing and Gilead Slough is being reimagined.