Say 'Cheese,' 2025: A Year That Made History in Decorah

DECORAH — From pivotal elections and courtroom verdicts to celebrations of culture, health care and community milestones, 2025 was a year marked by both change and continuity across Decorah and Winneshiek County. DecorahNews.com's "Year in Photos" gallery captures many of the moments that defined the past year, documenting local government decisions, civic engagement, major investments in health and recreation, and events that drew national and international attention to northeast Iowa. The images reflect a community engaged in shaping its future. This year's collection also highlights moments of celebration and reflection, including Nordic Fest's commemoration of 200 years of Norwegian immigration, the visit of Norway's Crown Prince Haakon, milestone anniversaries for local institutions and businesses, and achievements in education, athletics and youth development. As we look back on the year in photographs, we thank our readers for their continued trust and support of local journalism. Your engagement makes it possible to document these moments as they happen and preserve them as part of the community's shared record. Looking ahead, 2026 will mark 25 years of DecorahNews.com, and we are grateful to continue telling the stories of Decorah and Winneshiek County: one photo, one headline and one community moment at a time. If you appreciated our coverage throughout the year, please consider making a financial contribution to support local journalism. Your support helps ensure we can continue documenting the moments that matter to you.