Regional News

The Day World War II Veterans Blessed Grafton's National Memorial of Military Ascent - NMMA

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...

Jun 74 min read

The Big Move: Why Riverland & Lumberjack’s Are the Game Changers Grafton Has Been Waiting For

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

Apr 135 min read

Seven Days a Week, Year-Round: The Grafton Ferry Just Got a Whole Lot More Neighborly

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.

Apr 102 min read

$50 Million Transformation: Red’s Landing and the Future of our Neighbor, Calhoun County

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.

Feb 55 min read