Nordic Fest 2022 will span more than one week. This year, our main program will be on the 99th Infantry (Sep.) Battalion, a unit of Norwegian-Americans and Norwegians-in-exile during World War 2. We have people coming from all over the country, including Deputy Chief of Mission Torleiv Opland and Military and Assistant Defense Attache Col. Eric F. Kelley from the Norwegian Embassy in Washington, D.C.

Kyle Ward, director of social studies and history professor at MN State Univ. Mankato, will speak on the history of the 99th. He is on the board of directors for the 99th Battalion Educational Foundation and is collaborating with Odd Lovoll on a forthcoming book, “Viking Battalion: The Norwegian-American’s War Against Hitler,” which looks at 99th Infantry Battalion history. Erik Brun, president of the 99th Foundation, will show photos and have rosters and data for the 99th.

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The Pennington County Fair has been running for 100+ years and it keeps getting better. Parade, fireworks, huge midway, 4H exhibits, bingo, free bandshell entertainment, food stands and Grandstand entertainment. Hairball performs at the Grandstand on Thursday evening, the Thunder on Hooves Bullride celebrates its 25th year on Friday and Saturday, and the Sunday Grandstand entertainment is to be announced.

RiverFest is a community celebration featuring talented musicans, tasty food vendors and cold brews! Friday headliner is Arch Allies; Saturday headliners are Rumble Seat, The John Mellencamp Experience and the World According to Garth. Call the Chamber of Commerce for more information at 218-681-3720.

Enjoy an unforgettable experience with the Dueling Pianos show. Clap, laugh, and sing along! Get your tickets now.