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After serving local shoppers for 67 years, Dueber’s is closing in downtown Waconia. (Patriot photo by Todd Moen)

Dueber’s bids farewell

By Todd Moen on March 7, 2013 at 2:32 pm

“If you can’t find it at Dueber’s, you don’t need it.” It’s a slogan that most Waconia citizens know by …

Hardware store’s closing could leave void in downtown Watertown

By Matt Bunke on December 12, 2012 at 9:18 am

Though there have been numerous owners, several names and multiple locations, a hardware store has graced Watertown’s main street for …

Mayer artist’s rebirth as a painter paying dividends

By Matt Bunke on August 16, 2012 at 1:51 pm

For Kathy Strahota, painting is what she’s always wanted to do. Until recently, though, the Mayer resident never really considered …