A morning house fire near Wanatah led to extensive smoke and fire damage in the structure’s attic.
Celebrating 150 years 1865-2015: The Wanatah Sesquicentennial
Don’t miss your chance to join in on the celebration that has been 5 decades and a century in the making. Wanatah is commemorating their 150th anniversary with a weekend long celebration packed full of fun for the whole family. Events include kids rides, a “Times Remembered” historical demonstration tent, and agricultural, genealogy and Wanatah Historical Society displays at the Wanatah School. Wanatah School is located at 309 School Drive, right in the heart of the sesquicentennial activities. Continue reading
Wanatah Library Gets Grant
The Wanatah Public Library has secured a $4,000 grant from the BP Fueling Program.
Officials at Triple J-Mar Petroleum, Inc. recently announced the grant’s recipient. The funds were used to purchase E-Books from Overdrive, one of the nation’s largest e-book providers. The library staff is excited to provide E-Books to the residents of Wanatah and the surrounding areas.
Wanatah Scarecrow Festival Continues, Parade Today
The Wanatah Scarecrow Festival continues today!
The parade begins at 11 a.m. downtown, entertainment will be available all day at Tent B, horse drawn carriage tours begin at 12:30 p.m., the talent show and dress up is at 3 p.m., and a karaoke contest will be at 8 p.m. sponsored by the American Legion Post 403.