Help us keep Wadena’s parks clean and looking nice for everyone! Please throw away your trash, pick up after yourself/pets, and do your part to keep our parks a place we can all enjoy! Thank you!
Well, it happened again! Sam and Sally had another baby out at Sunnybrook! Sam can be seen up close showing off his impressive physique, Sally is being a protective mama buffalo, and the baby is still mastering the art of standing on four legs.
Nicole Stracek at the Pioneer Journal is working with the City and Chamber on another naming contest for this year. Keep an eye out in the paper/online for more info!
Nicole Stracek at the Pioneer Journal is working with the City and Chamber on another naming contest for this year. Keep an eye out in the paper/online for more info!
City offices will be closed Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. We honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Good news Wadena residents: the Splash Pad will be opening for the season starting tomorrow at 10am! Open until 8pm daily! Next week looks to be a prime opportunity to get out there!☀️
🚧Hwy 10 Detour Update🚧
The Hwy 10 Detour will extend to Verndale starting on Tuesday, May 26th. This work will include replacing the Whiskey Creek box culvert and completing other underground work. If mother nature cooperates, crews are hoping to have the road open in time for the Fourth of July weekend.
Hwy 10 will be closed from Co. Rd. 4 to Oink Joint Rd. Follow detour signs along Co. Rd. 4 and Co. Rd. 23. Watch for a temporary all-way stop at the 4/23 intersection. Plan for slight delays and pay attention to signage.
Wadena businesses are still open within the closed work zone. Local traffic reminders:
🛑Plan for changes as construction activities could occur without advance notice, so always follow road signs
🛣️Expect use of alternate accesses, reduced speeds, gravel or grooved road surfaces, narrow lanes and lane shifts
🏗️Watch for workers and equipment, slow down, navigate with care
🚶🏼➡️Pedestrians will encounter sidewalk closures; follow signs.
The Hwy 10 Detour will extend to Verndale starting on Tuesday, May 26th. This work will include replacing the Whiskey Creek box culvert and completing other underground work. If mother nature cooperates, crews are hoping to have the road open in time for the Fourth of July weekend.
Hwy 10 will be closed from Co. Rd. 4 to Oink Joint Rd. Follow detour signs along Co. Rd. 4 and Co. Rd. 23. Watch for a temporary all-way stop at the 4/23 intersection. Plan for slight delays and pay attention to signage.
Wadena businesses are still open within the closed work zone. Local traffic reminders:
🛑Plan for changes as construction activities could occur without advance notice, so always follow road signs
🛣️Expect use of alternate accesses, reduced speeds, gravel or grooved road surfaces, narrow lanes and lane shifts
🏗️Watch for workers and equipment, slow down, navigate with care
🚶🏼➡️Pedestrians will encounter sidewalk closures; follow signs.
Wadena Deer Creek Seniors and Family: Plan to pick up your senior banner from BN park this week! Take one final stroll around BN Park and take your banner home with you as a keepsake/graduation sign! After May 29th any remaining banners will be brought to City Hall.
Thank you for working with us on this fun program and good luck in the future to all the seniors!!
Thank you for working with us on this fun program and good luck in the future to all the seniors!!
Reminder: Join us at the MAS at 5:30pm tonight for Wadena's Comprehensive Planning meeting!
There are 5 community flower beds that need to be claimed at Sunnybrook Park North! Be a part of the beautification of our parks! Beds are given on a first come first served basis. Contact Dan Kovar at 218-632-2766 to get signed up!
Join us tomorrow night at the MAS at 5:30pm for the next Comprehensive Plan Meeting! Help us discuss what you want Wadena to look like moving into the future! Do you have ideas on Parks, Energy, Housing, Local Business, etc? We encourage any and all residents to attend and have their voice heard! 🌳☀️🏠
Snacks and Beverage will be provided! 🥤
Snacks and Beverage will be provided! 🥤
A pleasant afternoon and weekend ahead of us in Wadena! ☀️
Sunnybrook is finally looking green and beautiful! Get out and bring the kids to see the buffalo, play some disc golf, or just go for a walk in the park and soak in the sun! You can't go wrong with Sunnybrook on a nice day🤩
Sunnybrook is finally looking green and beautiful! Get out and bring the kids to see the buffalo, play some disc golf, or just go for a walk in the park and soak in the sun! You can't go wrong with Sunnybrook on a nice day🤩
Comprehensive Meeting #4
Join us next Tuesday, May 19th at 5:30 PM at the MAS to share your thoughts, ideas, and vision for where our community is headed. Whether it's parks, housing, roads, or local businesses — this is your chance to be part of the conversation!
Join us next Tuesday, May 19th at 5:30 PM at the MAS to share your thoughts, ideas, and vision for where our community is headed. Whether it's parks, housing, roads, or local businesses — this is your chance to be part of the conversation!
Did you know Sunnybrook Park is home to a beautiful 9-hole disc golf course?
Tucked in around Whiskey Creek, this layout is perfect for all players, beginners and experts! It’s an easy, low-cost way to get some fresh air and friendly competition!
Tucked in around Whiskey Creek, this layout is perfect for all players, beginners and experts! It’s an easy, low-cost way to get some fresh air and friendly competition!
🚧Highway 10 Detour Update🚧
Drivers will notice there is a four-way stop at the Co Rd 4 and Harry Rich Dr intersection to help with the flow of traffic.
Crews continue to make progress on the Highway 10 road project. Work is currently focused on completing the box culvert installation at Union Creek, with crews finishing up the box set and preparing the area.
To stay up to date on all project details and timelines, you can visit the MnDOT project page here: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/d3/projects/wadena/
Drivers will notice there is a four-way stop at the Co Rd 4 and Harry Rich Dr intersection to help with the flow of traffic.
Crews continue to make progress on the Highway 10 road project. Work is currently focused on completing the box culvert installation at Union Creek, with crews finishing up the box set and preparing the area.
To stay up to date on all project details and timelines, you can visit the MnDOT project page here: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/d3/projects/wadena/
Reminder for Wadena Residents: Tomorrow is cutoff day. If you have a past due bill, you may be subject to disconnect. You can pay your past due bill:
✅Online ( https://wadenamn.municipalonlinepayments.com/wadenamn )
✅Over the phone (833-753-5451)
✅Via dropbox
✅In person right at 8am
✅Online ( https://wadenamn.municipalonlinepayments.com/wadenamn )
✅Over the phone (833-753-5451)
✅Via dropbox
✅In person right at 8am
🚧Detour on Hwy 10 starts Monday, May 4th 🚧
Starting Monday May 4th, Hwy 10 will be closed to through traffic. Motorists will need to use the Co Rd 4 (Sunnybrook Rd) and Harry Rich Dr detour. Access to businesses for local traffic only will remain available, but expect changes, gravel surfaces, and flaggers.
Many businesses along this stretch can still be reached via County Road 4 and Harry Rich Drive. We encourage you to call businesses directly in advance for the most current information on how to access their locations. The city will update and share business access maps whenever significant access changes occur.
For questions, concerns, and contacts please visit the project homepage on the MnDOT website: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/d3/projects/wadena/
The Wadena Park Board got out to Sunnybrook and planted a tree in commemoration of Arbor Day 2026!
Celebrated annually in April, Arbor Day is dedicated to planting, nurturing, and appreciating trees. It serves as a reminder to plant trees for a greener future, providing benefits such as cleaner air, shade, and supporting local ecosystems!
Celebrated annually in April, Arbor Day is dedicated to planting, nurturing, and appreciating trees. It serves as a reminder to plant trees for a greener future, providing benefits such as cleaner air, shade, and supporting local ecosystems!
Notice: The City of Wadena will be flushing fire hydrants Monday May 4th and Tuesday May 5th. You may experience low pressure and discolored water, if the water is discolored run your cold water tap until it clears. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have further questions or concerns please call 218-631-7712.
🎓Senior Banners🎓
We have secured 52/60 sponsorships for Senior Banners! We are almost to the finish line! We are seeking 8 more for the Class of 2026! Banners are slated to go up on Friday, but you can still sponsor a senior until all sponsorships are covered.
Reach out to City Hall for more info!
We have secured 52/60 sponsorships for Senior Banners! We are almost to the finish line! We are seeking 8 more for the Class of 2026! Banners are slated to go up on Friday, but you can still sponsor a senior until all sponsorships are covered.
Reach out to City Hall for more info!
Each year WDC Schools take part in a Day of Caring! The students organize to help spruce/clean up yards around the community for the spring!
The Public Works crew at the city assisted with hauling away the yard waste! 1st photo: Doug Lowers and David Waln. 2nd photo: Dusty Denny and Andy Worden.
It is a fantastic program that the city is happy to take part in each year! Thank you to the students and organizers for helping keep our city looking sharp!
The Public Works crew at the city assisted with hauling away the yard waste! 1st photo: Doug Lowers and David Waln. 2nd photo: Dusty Denny and Andy Worden.
It is a fantastic program that the city is happy to take part in each year! Thank you to the students and organizers for helping keep our city looking sharp!
Did you know?
The City of Wadena is home to about 365 acres of park land! There is plenty of beautiful park land for residents to get out and active!
Everyone knows about Sunnybrook, but Wadena is also home to Black's Grove Park, Tapley Park, John Ehlen Playground, Fink's Park & Memorial Garden, and more!
The City of Wadena is home to about 365 acres of park land! There is plenty of beautiful park land for residents to get out and active!
Everyone knows about Sunnybrook, but Wadena is also home to Black's Grove Park, Tapley Park, John Ehlen Playground, Fink's Park & Memorial Garden, and more!
