Happy Birthday Thomas Edison! Born on this day in 1847, his legacy of innovation inspired inventors day, celebrated every Feb 11th since 1983. Let this be your inspiration to create something game changing!
Early Turkey Archery Hunting Applications
The Wadena PD will be accepting Archery Hunting Applications for Early Turkey hunting April 15, 2026 to May 31, 2026.
🎯Applications are due by March 16, 2026
🎯Lottery based selection
🎯REMINDER: Enter the Parcel Numbers in order of preference from the Archery Hunting Map
🔗Application and Map: https://5il.co/2goss
The Wadena PD will be accepting Archery Hunting Applications for Early Turkey hunting April 15, 2026 to May 31, 2026.
🎯Applications are due by March 16, 2026
🎯Lottery based selection
🎯REMINDER: Enter the Parcel Numbers in order of preference from the Archery Hunting Map
🔗Application and Map: https://5il.co/2goss
Dry indoor air can cause static electricity, making clothes cling, hair stand on end, and even giving you an unpleasant shock! Did you know a humidifier can help? Adding moisture to your home reduces static buildup and boosts comfort, and it can also save you money. Humid air feels warmer, so you can lower your thermostat and save about 1%-3% on heating costs for each degree you lower it. #EnergySavingTips
From the trails at Black's Grove to the playground at Tapley, our parks are a huge part of what makes Wadena special.
Want to help keep them great? Join the Wadena Park Board! We are looking for new members to help make decisions about park maintenance, new projects, and future improvements.
The Details:
✅ Meets 1st Wednesday of the month @ 5pm
✅ No meetings in Dec or Jan
✅ Open to residents passionate about our community
Interested? Reach out to Dan Kovar at 218-631-7705 or email at publicworks@wadena.org
Want to help keep them great? Join the Wadena Park Board! We are looking for new members to help make decisions about park maintenance, new projects, and future improvements.
The Details:
✅ Meets 1st Wednesday of the month @ 5pm
✅ No meetings in Dec or Jan
✅ Open to residents passionate about our community
Interested? Reach out to Dan Kovar at 218-631-7705 or email at publicworks@wadena.org
One Month Left to Apply for up to $2,000 in Scholarships! 💰
Calling all Wadena high school seniors and future lineworkers! Missouri River Energy Services is offering scholarships to help power your education.
Lineworker Scholarship: Up to $2,000 (Eligible for the program at M State Wadena!)
College Scholarship: $1,000 (Renewable up to 3 years for STEM/Energy-related degrees)
Deadline: March 13 @ 5pm.
Check the requirements and apply online before it's too late!
🔗 mrenergy.com
Calling all Wadena high school seniors and future lineworkers! Missouri River Energy Services is offering scholarships to help power your education.
Lineworker Scholarship: Up to $2,000 (Eligible for the program at M State Wadena!)
College Scholarship: $1,000 (Renewable up to 3 years for STEM/Energy-related degrees)
Deadline: March 13 @ 5pm.
Check the requirements and apply online before it's too late!
🔗 mrenergy.com
Calling all current and aspiring childcare providers!
Wadena needs childcare, and we want to help YOU succeed. We're sharing free, Develop-approved training sessions running March – May 2026 from First Children's Finance.
Topics Include: Business planning, pricing, great start compensation program, technology & policy manuals. Check out the flyer attached below to get registered!
In addition to online and in person payments, utility payments can also be made directly by phone as well! You will need your account number(no dashes), name and address to get started.
Call: 833-753-5451 and follow the prompts! If you need your account number, call city office.
Call: 833-753-5451 and follow the prompts! If you need your account number, call city office.
It’s getting a little too quiet out here for the pines. 🤫🌲
The trees at Pinewood Estates are looking for some company. They promise to be excellent neighbors: they’re quiet, they provide great shade, and they never borrow your lawnmower without asking.
Grant their wish and build your dream home right here!
Contact Dean Uselman, WDA Director:
📞 218-371-0072
📧 wda@wadena.org
The trees at Pinewood Estates are looking for some company. They promise to be excellent neighbors: they’re quiet, they provide great shade, and they never borrow your lawnmower without asking.
Grant their wish and build your dream home right here!
Contact Dean Uselman, WDA Director:
📞 218-371-0072
📧 wda@wadena.org
Join us for part three of our Community Visioning Sessions as we continue developing Wadena's Comprehensive Plan!
Whether you attended our previous planning sessions or this is your first time joining the conversation, all community members are welcome and encouraged to participate. This is your opportunity to share your ideas, priorities, and vision for Wadena's future!
We have had great discussions the past two events and we look forward to another good turnout! See you on February 17th at 5:30!
Whether you attended our previous planning sessions or this is your first time joining the conversation, all community members are welcome and encouraged to participate. This is your opportunity to share your ideas, priorities, and vision for Wadena's future!
We have had great discussions the past two events and we look forward to another good turnout! See you on February 17th at 5:30!
In addition to online payments, utility payments can also be made directly by phone as well! You will need your account number, name and address to get started.
Call: 833-753-5451 and follow the prompts!
Call: 833-753-5451 and follow the prompts!
Community Service Opportunity: Wadena Parks Board
The City of Wadena is looking to fill an open seat on the Parks Board. If you want to help guide the maintenance and development of our local parks and trails, we’d love to have you on the team!
Meeting Schedule:
First Wednesday of each month @ 5:00 PM.
(Note: We take January and December off!)
To get involved, reach out to Dan Kovar at publicworks@wadena.org or at 218-631-7705
The City of Wadena is accepting proposals for our 2026-2027 Stump Grinding contract. If you are a licensed contractor or know one looking to fill their schedule for the upcoming season, please submit your bid by February 4, 2026.
❌ Deadline to Submit: February 4th by 4:30pm
📄 Contract Period: March 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2027
🔗 Details & Submission: https://www.wadena.org/article/2644910
❌ Deadline to Submit: February 4th by 4:30pm
📄 Contract Period: March 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2027
🔗 Details & Submission: https://www.wadena.org/article/2644910
❄️ STREET PARKING REMINDER: CHECK THE DATE! ❄️
Before you head inside for the night, check the date for tomorrow morning.
✅ Tomorrow is an ODD date? Park on the ODD side.
✅ Tomorrow is an EVEN date? Park on the EVEN side.
Enforced daily from Midnight to 7 AM until March 31st.
Help our plows clear the snow so you can get where you need to go!
Before you head inside for the night, check the date for tomorrow morning.
✅ Tomorrow is an ODD date? Park on the ODD side.
✅ Tomorrow is an EVEN date? Park on the EVEN side.
Enforced daily from Midnight to 7 AM until March 31st.
Help our plows clear the snow so you can get where you need to go!
Did you know that Wadena is powered by 100% carbon-free power?
We are proud that our community is powered by 100% carbon-free electricity! Thanks to our partners at Missouri River Energy Services and Western Area Power Administration, our energy comes from renewable resources that keep the lights on while protecting our environment! 🌍
We are proud that our community is powered by 100% carbon-free electricity! Thanks to our partners at Missouri River Energy Services and Western Area Power Administration, our energy comes from renewable resources that keep the lights on while protecting our environment! 🌍
RFP Opportunity: Stump Grinding Services
The City of Wadena is currently accepting written proposals from independent contractors for mechanical stump grinding services for the 2026–2027 season. This contract covers the removal of stumps from boulevards and city parks resulting from disease or weather damage.
Contract Details:
Scope: Grinding complete stumps and roots to a minimum depth of 8" below ground.
Contract Term: March 1, 2026 – December 31, 2027.
Requirements: Must provide proof of insurance listing the City of Wadena as additionally insured.
Forms: You can get proposal forms from Dan Kovar at publicworks@wadena.org or 710 Sunnybrook Rd
Deadline: Proposals must be received by 4:30pm on February 4th, 2026
Questions? Call Public Works at 218-631-7705
The City of Wadena is currently accepting written proposals from independent contractors for mechanical stump grinding services for the 2026–2027 season. This contract covers the removal of stumps from boulevards and city parks resulting from disease or weather damage.
Contract Details:
Scope: Grinding complete stumps and roots to a minimum depth of 8" below ground.
Contract Term: March 1, 2026 – December 31, 2027.
Requirements: Must provide proof of insurance listing the City of Wadena as additionally insured.
Forms: You can get proposal forms from Dan Kovar at publicworks@wadena.org or 710 Sunnybrook Rd
Deadline: Proposals must be received by 4:30pm on February 4th, 2026
Questions? Call Public Works at 218-631-7705
Part 2 of the Wadena Community Visioning Session is TONIGHT @ the Maslowski Center at 5:30pm!
Come on out, even if you missed the first session, there will be plenty to discuss and we want your voice to be heard! You can make an impact on the future of Wadena!
If you haven't already, fill out the community survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WadenaCity
Come on out, even if you missed the first session, there will be plenty to discuss and we want your voice to be heard! You can make an impact on the future of Wadena!
If you haven't already, fill out the community survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WadenaCity
City Offices will be closed on Monday, January 19th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Lets Keep the Momentum Going, Wadena! After a great turnout at our first Community Visioning Session, we are excited to invite you back for Round 2!
Join the Region 5 Development Commission, the City of Wadena, and your neighbors, as we continue Shaping the Future of Wadena! Whether you attended the first session or are joining us for the first time, your input is vital to building the roadmap for the city's future.
When: January 20th
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Where: Maslowski Center
If you haven't already, please take a few minutes to fill out our community survey. Every response helps guide our next steps: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WadenaCity
Join the Region 5 Development Commission, the City of Wadena, and your neighbors, as we continue Shaping the Future of Wadena! Whether you attended the first session or are joining us for the first time, your input is vital to building the roadmap for the city's future.
When: January 20th
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Where: Maslowski Center
If you haven't already, please take a few minutes to fill out our community survey. Every response helps guide our next steps: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WadenaCity
The City of Wadena is hiring for a full-time Assistant Wastewater Operator / Street Maintenance team member to help operate and maintain the wastewater treatment plant and support city public works services!
For the full job description and applications, visit our "Employment Opportunities" webpage on the city website here: https://www.wadena.org/o/cw/page/employment
For the full job description and applications, visit our "Employment Opportunities" webpage on the city website here: https://www.wadena.org/o/cw/page/employment
Lets Keep the Momentum Going, Wadena! After a great turnout at our first Community Visioning Session, we are excited to invite you back for Round 2!
Join the Region 5 Development Commission, the City of Wadena, and your neighbors, as we continue Shaping the Future of Wadena! Whether you attended the first session or are joining us for the first time, your input is vital to building the roadmap for the city's future.
When: January 20th
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Where: Maslowski Center
If you haven't already, please take a few minutes to fill out our community survey. Every response helps guide our next steps: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WadenaCity
Join the Region 5 Development Commission, the City of Wadena, and your neighbors, as we continue Shaping the Future of Wadena! Whether you attended the first session or are joining us for the first time, your input is vital to building the roadmap for the city's future.
When: January 20th
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
Where: Maslowski Center
If you haven't already, please take a few minutes to fill out our community survey. Every response helps guide our next steps: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WadenaCity
