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2022 Wadena Area Resource Guide
& Chamber Membership Directory
chamber@wadenacoc.com
100 Aldrich Ave. SW | P.O. Box 107
Wadena, Minnesota 56482
Phone: (218) 632-7704 | Toll Free: 1-877-631-7704
www.wadenachamber.com
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Celebrating 35+ years
of Creating Conditions for Doing Business!
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Start-Ups • Expansions
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OTHER AVAILABLE BENEFITS INCLUDE:
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Business Planning, Marketing & Financial Assistance
Residential Development Through the Minnesota Small Business Development Centers
For More Information Contact the Wadena Development Authority
Dean Uselman, Director • 218-631-7710 • wda@wadena.org • 222 2nd St. SE, Wadena, MN 56482
Website: www.wadena.org, then click on Wadena Development Authority
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O n behalf of the citizens of Wadena, I would
like to welcome you to “Our Town”. Maybe
you are passing through, here for a visit or
enjoyment. Check out the Historic Wadena Depot
along with the Wadena County Museum. During
the summer take in the June Jubilee, Wadena
considering a move. Whatever reason it may County Fair and the Old Wadena Rendezvous.
be, take some time to see all we have to offer. Wintertime offers cross country skiing, hiking
Small town living with some big city amenities. and mountain biking at Black’s Grove Park and
#wadenastrong there are many miles of groomed snowmobile
Stop on in and take a stroll up and down our trails in the area. There is plenty of gas, food and
George M Deiss,
Historic Main Street. You will see a collection lodging to go around.
Mayor of Wadena
of neat and unique stores, restaurants, a brewery, We have great medical professionals here
a distillery and the Cozy Theatre. There is a in Wadena. The Tri-County Hospital, Clinic and staff
large variety of churches offering many religious choices. do an outstanding job. Local dentists, optometrists and
Expansions of local businesses and industries is producing chiropractors round out a top notch group of health care
many employment opportunities. Several housing and providers. A first-class education is available from WDC
apartment starts are in the works to house the growing K-12 Schools, M-State College, and Freshwater Education.
workforce. The remodel of the former First National Bank building
Make sure you check out the “MAS”, you will be will finish this year, to become the new and larger Wadena
amazed what this wellness center has to offer. Swing into City Library. Our municipal airport has a 4000’ paved
our beautiful Whitetail Run 18-hole public golf course runway and the crosswind runway is ready for use. Our
and shoot a round or two. Newly updated t-boxes and experienced and friendly city employees keep Wadena
added sand traps make this course even more challenging. clean, safe and sound. Come on over and take a look, make
Wadena has hundreds of acres of city park land for your Wadena your town.
Hire the Chamber. . .
it works for you and our community!
The
The Wadena
Wadena Area
Area Chamber
Chamber of of Commerce
Commerce organizes
organizes and
and directs
directs the
the energies
energies of
of those
those who
who believe
believe
that a community worth living in is a community worth improving. Together we can make a difference!
that a community worth living in is a community worth improving. Together we can make a difference!
Benefits
Benefits to to Membership
Membership •• Chamber
Chamber Chat
Chat
•• Membership
Membership Referrals
Referrals •• Chamber
Chamber Bucks/Christmas
Bucks/Christmas Cash
Cash
•• Publicity
Publicity and
and Advertising
Advertising •• Coordinating
Coordinating Chamber
Chamber Events
Events
•• Link
Link to
to website
website •• Assistance
Assistance in
in Business
Business Events
Events
•• Posting
Posting of
of hot
hot deals
deals and
and jobs
jobs •• Networking
Networking with members
with members
•• Convention
Convention and Visitors Bureau
and Visitors Bureau •• A
A United
United Effort
Effort
Benefits
Benefits to to the
the Community
Community
•• Answers
Answers scores of
scores of inquiries,
inquiries, truly
truly on
on the
the front
front door
door of
of the
the community
community
•• Goodwill Ambassador
Goodwill Ambassador
•• Voice
Voice of
of our
our community
community within
within the
the county
county and
and the
the state
state
•• Information Bureau
Information Bureau
•• Calendar
Calendar ofof Events
Events
•• Promotes
Promotes and
and Organizes
Organizes Events
Events
Wadena Area Chamber of Commerce
100 Aldrich Ave. SW, PO Box 107, Wadena, MN 56482
218-632-7704 • 1-877-631-7704 • www.wadenachamber.com
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Wadena Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors WWW.WADENACHAMBER.COM
Joe Randall, President
Renee Frethem
Vice-President
O n behalf of the Wadena Area Chamber of Commerce let me be the first to say,
“Welcome to Wadena.” Whether you’re just passing through or here to stay, we
hope you enjoy our hospitality.
Katie Kaufman You will notice the small town charm as you stroll the streets. We’ve got several
Finance Officer business owners eager to help. Don’t forget to take a look around, because the Alley
Kent Schmidt Arts Project will make any walk worthwhile. Speaking of walks, if you’d like to take
WDC School Board a walk down memory lane, the Wadena County Historical Society and Museum has
some great displays and information.
Krista O’Dell
Serenity Our public school, Wadena-Deer Creek ISD #2155 offers a great learning
experience for K-12 students and the Son Rise Christian School is a Christian based
Jesse Gibbs
WalMart education environment. Minnesota State Community and Technical College can
service post secondary education needs with a wide range of academic and career
programs.
Maybe you’re
looking for a church,
social group or just a
place to gather. Don’t
worry we’ve got that
covered, too. From our
many places of worship
to our Maslowski Center,
you are sure to find
what you need. Our
community has state
of the art health care
available through Tri-
CONTENTS County Hospital and the
Wadena Medical Center.
But it isn’t all
6 Things to Do business here in Wadena, you can always go outside and play. Sunnybrook Park is
From parks, to events, activities,
just one of 14 parks and/or playgrounds in the area. And if golf is your thing Whitetail
to the arts, with places to go, and
Run, located just north of town on Highway 71, is one of the best kept courses
things to do, you have no reason to
be bored. around. When winter months arrive, you can enjoy cross country skiing at beautiful
Black’s Grove Park. Plus there are miles of groomed snowmobile trails throughout
12 Facts & Figures Wadena County.
Learn about the Wadena The Wadena Area Chamber is actively
community, population and
statistics.
involved in many community events through-
out the year. There’s an Easter Egg Hunt for
the kids in the spring, and we celebrate the MISSION:
15 Organizations coming of summer with Breakfast in the Park,
Wadena is a busy place, with a We are Partners in
Farmers Market, County Fair, a Parade, “Family Fun Day,” a Chili Cook-Off
Development Organizations, in September, Zombie Run in October, a the Success of our
Education, Churches, Health Care, Christmas Festival with 100+ vendors, food
Charity and Government. and entertainment with horse-drawn carriage Businesses and our
rides for the whole family at the end of Members
28 Member Directory November and Santa and Mrs. Claus always
The Wadena Chamber of
Commerce is supported by
stop by for a visit.
As we like to say, “There is always some-
and also supports these fine
businesses. Please take the
thing to do in Wadena.”
time to thank them with your Joe Randall
patronage. Wadena Chamber President
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What to See and Do
2022 Whiskey Creek Mills, Beagle and Wolf
Books in Park Rapids
Film Festival and Oma’s Restaurant
T he Whiskey Creek Film Festival
screens films selected from the best
current cinema in the nation from Friday,
and Bakery in Wadena.
Tickets are also available
on-line by following
September 9 - Thursday, September 13, the link on the Festival
2022 at Wadena’s Cozy Theatre. The website www.whiskey-
Festival will show 6 award-winning creekfilmfestival.org.
films in current release, a free family The link for ticket sales
film, and a free “made-in-Minnesota” for this year’s Festival
film. Whiskey Creek has become a will be active beginning
must-attend art event every fall in August 1, 2022. Tickets
Wadena, and this year marks the for single movie screen-
Festival’s return after a two-year absence ings are available only at
because of the Covid pandemic. We are the Cozy box office.
happy to be back in 2022. Sponsors of Wadena restaurants
the Festival include the 5-Wings Arts will feature Festival
Council, the Wadena Convention and specials during the week. Read about the 2020 Festival on the
Visitors Bureau, and many businesses in Hot food and cold beverages will be sold website, www.whiskeycreekfilmfestival.
the region. under our hospitality tent on the lawn org. Details about 2022 will be posted
Festival passes are available begin- of the Pemberton law office across the by August 1, 2022 and on our Facebook
ning August 1st and can be purchased at street from the Cozy Theatre. Oma’s will page as well. Ask any questions about
the Cozy Theatre, the Wadena Chamber return as the primary food vendor again the Festival by writing to info@whiskey-
office, the Cultural Center in New York this year. creekfilmfestival.org.
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A City of Parks
Fairgrounds equipment, horseshoe pits,
frisbee golf, fishing. 8AM - 8PM.
400 Ash Ave. NW Open May 15 - October 1.
Fink’s Park Sunnybrook Park
Northwest corner by wading
940 Sunnybrook Road
pool. 304 SW 7th St.
3 ½ mile black top bike/roller
Site of ‘Garden of Miracles’
blading trail to Whitetail Run
flower bed – developed as
Golf Course.
memorial to 2010 tornado.
Five large shelters
John Ehlen include: Lions I, Lions
Playground II, Rotary, Burch, and
Knights of Columbus.
716 3rd St SE These can be reserved
Swing sets, playground for weddings, reunions,
equipment, open ball field, organizations, churches,
basketball court, picnic schools or other activity
shelter, rest room. requiring a large shelter.
NW Playground Picnic area, small shelters,
600 1st St NW tables and grills, Memorial
tree lanes and pet exercise
Rest room, playground, area. Open play area and
picnic area. BMX biking, playground equipment
skateboarding, ball field,
open skating, basketball, Tapley Park
shelter, rest room. 617 Lincoln Ave. SW
Softball/ Playground equipment, open
play area, large enclosed
Horseshoe picnic shelter, tables, grill,
Complex rest room, soccer field,
1701 2nd St SW basketball court, nature
Four fenced softball fields trails/pond, horseshoe pits
(1 lighted), concession/rest and volleyball court.
BN Park room building, sliding hill, Traveler’s
100 Aldrich Ave. SW horseshoe pits (competitive)
lighted, shelter, rest rooms. Rest Area
Located in the heart of Wadena’s business district, Burlington
110 Jefferson St N
Northern Park surrounds our depot, which is on the National SW Athletic
Register of Historic Places. It is perhaps the most valued spot
Field Complex Veterans Park
in the community and is the stage for many summer activities A new addition to the South
that bring the community together. Wading Pool end of Sunnybrook Park that
Rotary Corn and Chicken Feed, Chamber Town and Country 310 SW 7th St. features a Memorial Wall
Breakfast, June Jubilee celebration, and the Lion’s BBQ help Open skating, playgrounds, listing those buried in Wadena
to celebrate and reinforce our friendly, close knit community basketball courts, open play County, benches, pavers, flags,
right in the heart of Minnesota. The park includes a band shell, area, fenced ball fields, and a future Museum. It will
picnic area, flowers, kiosk, and fountain. For information and open ball field, soccer fields, have an interpretive center,
reservations call (218) 632-7704 or shelters, wading pool and hardware from the military,
email chamber@wadenacoc.com tennis courts. and a deck over the river.
Our Veterans Park is a work
Black’s Grove Sunnybrook in progress as we develop a
33825 620th Ave. Campground serene environment to honor
1 ¾ miles west on Hwy. 29, turn right on 620th Ave. 210 Harry-Rich Drive all veterans.
and travel about ¾ mile. Camping, rest rooms, showers,
Log picnic shelter, hiking, cross country skiing, horse trails
Walter Goedel
dump station, laundry
and mountain biking. Primitive rest rooms available at this facilities, ducks, geese, Park
scenic nature park. buffalo and deer. Playground West Hwy. 29
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What to See and Do
2022 Old Wadena Rendezvous and As always there will be a fur traders village complete with
blacksmith shop and of course the justly famous “Baby’s Fry
Folklife Festival and Chautauqua
Bread” tent with the world’s best fry bread featuring bannock,
2022 marks the 31st annual Old Wadena Rendezvous,
Folklife Festival and Chautauqua. The
Rendezvous celebrates the region’s past and its rich cultural
chicken cordon bleu, or fruit fillings. Guests can order a plain
fry bread or one with a dash of cinnamon sugar.
Local naturalist Dick Oehlenschlager will provide
inheritance through storytelling, theater, music, dance, and
interpretive talks about the flora and fauna of the region as well
art. The Festival is held on the grounds of the beautiful Old
as guided tours along the park’s “bog walk” interpretive trail.
Wadena County Historical Park on the banks of the Crow Wing
You can practice throwing a tomahawk or shooting a BB gun,
River.
or build a bluebird house. All of this is included in the low
This year’s Festival will be Saturday and Sunday, admission price.
August13 & 14. Gates open both days at 10 am and admission
Artisans will demonstrate a host of fascinating
is $10 for both days of the Festival with kids 12 and under
crafts, including pottery making, woodworking and wood
admitted free if accompanied by an adult. Family groups of
carving, maple syrup making, lace making, dried flower
any size are admitted with one low $25 entrance fee.
arranging, leather work, blacksmithing, painting, and basket
Have you ever wanted to really practice the traditional making. All the information is available on our webpage
arts that are demonstrated every year at the Festival? This year www.oldwadenarendezvous.org.
anyone has that opportunity as the Rendezvous continues its
“Chautauqua” on the Old Wadena Park grounds. There will
be instruction in traditional Ojibwe flute playing, songwriting,
playing the ukulele, puppet theatre, and many more traditional
arts.
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For information call (218) 632-7704
or (877) chamber@wadenacoc.com
Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
631-7704 • chamber@wadenacoc.com
Memorial Auditorium
Memorial Auditorium
Saturday – Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. W-DCW-DC
W Elementaryy School,
Elementary , Hwy
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West, , Wadena
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Activities
Whitetail Run
Golf Course
PO Box 30, Wadena, MN 56482
(218) 631-7718
4 miles north on Hwy. 71
• Two par 3. Five par 4. Two par 5
holes on each course. Par 72.
• Longest hole - 550 yards
• Shortest hole - 140 yards
• Public course with a very large driving
range and three putting greens. Very
well groomed for ease in finding balls.
• Front 9 has pine trees lining fairways
and easy walking.
• Back 9 has water on five holes, is
spread out, open and flat but distances
between greens and trees make cart use
advantageous, links style.
• Tee times necessary
• Tuesday Ladies League 9AM-11AM
• Wednesday Men’s League 11AM-close
• PGA golf lessons available
Wadena Hockey Club
T he Wadena Hockey Club Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to
promoting hockey in the Wadena area. The Hockey Club provides activities
for over 100 kids from beginning skaters to high school age. In addition to
Wadena, the communities of New York Mills, Sebeka, Staples, Verndale,
Parkers Prairie, Henning and Bertha also participate. The Hockey Club hosts
dozens of games and some tournaments every year, which bring hundreds of
people to the Wadena community to shop, dine, and stay overnight. For more
information, visit the website www.wadena-hockey.com.
Whatever the Special Occasion
Wadena VFW Post 3922 Welcomes You
Wedding Receptions • Dances
Birthdays • Anniversaries
Family/Class Reunions
Benefits/Charitable Events
Check Our
Specials!
Reasonable Rates.
Call the VFW Club (218) 632-6951
and book your event today.
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(218) 631-7151
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Sat 8am - 9pm • Sun 9am - 9pm
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Celebrating the Arts
Wadena Memorial
Auditorium
B uilt in 1934, the Wadena
Memorial Auditorium is a
cultural and historic landmark
that provides countless hours of
community and regional enjoyment.
The auditorium has been restored
in the beautiful art-deco style of
the 1930s. As the community and
school’s center for the performing
arts, it is one of Wadena’s most
appreciated assets.
Wadena-Deer Creek High
School’s Drama Department’s Fall
play and One-Act play rehearse
and perform at the Auditorium.
Their performances have received
“superior” ratings at the State
One-Act Festival six times, as well
as 11 appearances at State. The
community theater group, Wadena Madhatter’s Community Theatre
Area Madhatters, also perform in the
auditorium. In addition, they offer a
summer theater camp for area youth.
M adhatters.inc is a community theatre group combining the talents of people from
Wadena and the surrounding area. The theatre group currently holds their perfor-
mances in the Wadena Memorial Auditorium and other venues such as the city park. They
Other groups who frequently use have started a Capital Budget campaign to purchase a home of their own. They offer
the auditorium include the Wadena everything from full-cast musicals and dramas to a Madhatter’s One Act Play Showcase
Area Concert Association Series of (MOAPS) featuring area performers competing for awards. They sponsor a summer youth
concerts, Prairie Fire Theatre, Miss acting camp and raise money for scholarships to young performers. Madhatter’s have
Wadena Scholarship Pageant and performed such noteworthy shows as “Into the Woods”, “Marjorie Prime”, “Believe”,
many others. “Prescription Murder”, and “Twelve Angry Men” as well as many original plays, such as
To book an event, contact Mary the melodrama “Three Nights in Arid Flats” and “The Piece”. Check out current projects
Fix at the Wadena-Deer Creek High at our Facebook page: facebook.com/Wadena Madhatter’s community theatre or our
School office at (218) 632-2381. website: www.Madhattersinc.org.
Wadena Area Concert Association
S ince the early 50s the Wadena Area Concert Association
has been supplying fine entertainment opportunities for
Wadena and the surrounding communities. Each year a series
contains a variety of musical offerings, including both vocal Snowmobiles • ATVs • Motorcycles
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All concerts are held in the renovated Memorial Hwy. 10 West, Wadena
Auditorium. Most are held in the evening beginning at 7:30 pm 218-631-1113 631-2145
with an occasional Sunday matinee.
Admission to the concerts is by seasonal membership
which admits the purchaser to Wadena concerts and also
concerts in Alexandria, Fergus Falls, Park Rapids and Sauk
Centre. Over 60 years of
The membership drive is held in the fall of each year. serving the community.
Newcomers to the community are welcome to purchase tickets 202 South Jefferson
218-632-9675
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Places of Interest
Wadena County Museum and Genealogy Research Center
BOOKSTORE & GIFT SHOP Open Year Round
The Wadena County Historical Society’s Legacy series
features music, drama and art with a connection to the area.
Check the website for more information.
In addition, the Historical Society maintains exhibits
at the Wadena County Fairgrounds. The Historical Church,
Little Red Schoolhouse, Bunkhouse and Interpretive Exhibit
Building will be open during the annual Wadena County Fair
in June.
In September, Minnesota Archaeology week is celebrated
T he Museum of the Wadena County Historical Society features with new exhibits and programs each year. Stories about
15 exhibit rooms that showcase the history of Wadena County the Fur Trade Era in Wadena County are also available on
beginning with the stories of the fur traders and early settlers and MNopedia, Minnesota’s online encyclopedia.
continuing through to the present day. In addition to thousands More information about upcoming programs and exhibits
of unique artifacts, the Aldrich railroad depot has been recreated is available on the web at www.WadenaCountyHistory.org.
in one of the rooms and the tower from The Wadena County
the original 1886 courthouse stands on the Museum and Genealogy
grounds. Research Center is located
The Museum now includes a Gift at 603 Jefferson Street North
Shop and Bookstore that feature books on Highway 71 in Wadena,
about local and regional history. Wadena just north of the Armory.
postcards are available FREE. Other Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Wadena souvenirs are also available. Tuesday through Saturday or by
The Wadena County Historical appointment. For information
Society is the primary resource for phone 218‑631‑9079 or email
the county’s history. In the Genealogy 603wchs@arvig.net.
Research Center there are more than
25,000 obituaries, 4,000 photographs,
400 binders on families of the county,
plus information on rural school districts,
churches, townships and more. A public
access computer is available for use by
patrons and a scanner provides access to microfilm of the
Wadena Newspapers. Our new bookstore features
Programs throughout the year include a fascinating line-up over 150 titles with an
of lectures and entertainment. Special events include an Historic emphasis on the history
Carnival held during Wadena’s June Jubilee plus a Living of the area. Come sit in
History Day held each year at the museum. “BookEnds”, a the lobby and browse our
monthly program connecting writers and readers is held the 2nd collection of books by
Saturday of the month at 11:30 a.m. “Minnesota Voices”, a free Minnesota writers. Coffee is
noontime program is held the third Thursday of the month at always on. Open Tuesday-
noon. It features an eclectic line-up of writers, entertainers, and Saturday, 10 AM - 4 PM.
characters from history. Bring a lunch or just come for coffee.
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AREA COMMUNICATIONS & UTILITIES
Telephone Internet
Arvig ............................................................................ (888) 992-7844 Charter Spectrum Communications .......... (877) 731-9430
Charter Spectrum Communications .......... (877) 731-9430 Arvig ............................................................................ (888) 992-7844
West Central Telephone ...................................... (218) 837-5151 West Central Telephone ...................................... (218) 837-5151
Newspapers Cable TV
Wadena Pioneer Journal, Weekly .................. (218) 631-2561 Charter Spectrum Communications .......... (877) 731-9430
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Messenger, Weekly ........................................... (218) 837-5558
Electric
Radio Todd-Wadena Electric Coop ............................. (218) 631-3120
KPRW .......................................................................... (218) 346-4800 Wadena Electric & Water Dept ........................ (218) 631-7712
KWAD/KNSP/K106 ................................................ (218) 631-1803 Dave Evans, Superintendent
Wastewater
Treatment Type .................................................... Mechanical Plant
FUN FACTS: Capacity of Plant ................................................. 750,000 gal/day
Average Demand ................................................. 500,000 gal/day
With a population of 4,088, the city serves
Peak Demand ....................................................... 1.2 Million gal/day
as the county seat. Wadena County has a
population of approximately 13,843.
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July, the warmest month, average 84º F. January,
the coldest month, averages 19º F. Annual Water
rainfall is 25" and average annual snowfall is 44". Water Source .................................................................................. Wells
There are around 200 businesses in the Wadena Storage Capacity ........................................................... 750,000 gal
area with more than 20 communities located Pumping Capacity ..................................................... 1,300 gal/min
within 20 miles, Wadena serves as a retail trade Average Demand .................................................. 572,000 gal/day
center for people in central Minnesota. Peak Demand ..................................................... 1,300,000 gal/day
Total Water Hardness ......................................................... 18 grains
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FUN FACT: POPULATION
Diversity provides the Area Census 2020 2010 2000 1990 1980
strength of Wadena’s City 3,981 4,088 4,300 4,242 4,699
economy. A thriving retail
County 14,065 13,843 13,713 13,154 14,162
center is bolstered by
manufacturing, distribution, Source: U.S. Census, State Demographer
and transportation jobs in
Wadena. With forested areas
to the north and agricultural
MAJOR EMPLOYERS
Employee
sectors to the south, Employer Product/Service Count
Wadena is situated in the Tri-County Health Care General Medical & Surgical Hospital 446
center of Minnesota’s major
lakes and resorts areas. Walmart Retail 280
Located in the central region WDC Public Schools Elementary & Secondary Schools 195
of Minnesota, Wadena is 143 Mason Brothers Co. Wholesale Grocers 185
miles from Minneapolis/St.
Paul. The city is in the 8th Russ Davis Wholesale Wholesale Produce 121
US Congregational District Homecrest Outdoor Living Leisure Furniture 110
and MN Legislative District Polman Transfer Local Trucking w/o Storage 95
#9. Wadena offers clean,
Wadena TimberRoots Sawmill & Planning Mills, General 80
comfortable living and a
great place to do business. Minnesota State Vocational School 75
Community & Tech College
The city of Wadena covers
Wadena SuperOne Grocery Store 63
3,366 acres or 5.25 sq. miles
Kern Electronics Manufacturer 50
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HOUSING STATISTICS
Housing Activity Accommodations
Single Housing Units 1,526 AmericInn Lodge & Suites 41 units
Multiple Family Units 424 Terry Motel 10 Units
Mobile Homes 34 Eastwood Inn of Wadena 43 Units
Owner Occupied 77%
2017 Residential Building Permits 0 Media
Wadena Pioneer Journal Weekly Newspaper
Estimated Market Value 2017 Payable 2018
AM Radio Stations KWAD, KNSP
Commercial & Industrial 46,702,600
FM Radio Stations K106
Residential (including apts.) 124,449,400
Charter Cable TV Local Ch. 8
Other 2,810,100
Library
Proposed Property Tax Rates Payable 2022
Wadena City Library Kitchigami Regional Library System
Municipal Tax Rate 52.037%
County Tax Rate 80.94%
Transportation
School Tax Rate 21.43%
Wadena Municipal Airport Light Aircraft (218) 631-7775
Executive Express Twin Cities Shuttle (888) 522-9899
FUN FACT: Friendly Rider Transit Public Buses (218) 631-5730
Jefferson Bus Lines National Bus Line (218) 631-7163
Wadena is an Ojibway word
meaning ‘Little Round Hill’. Medi-Van Disabled Transportation (800) 422-0976
When the Northern Pacific People’s Express Disabled Transportation (218) 631-2909
Railroad crossed the country
UPS Terminal Shipping (800) 742-5877
in 1872, a new town formed
around the depot 15 miles west
of the old post and was given Communication
the name ‘Wadena’ after the old Arvig Internet, Streaming TV, Phone
townsite Wadena. Located at
Phone, Broadband, Direct TV, Security,
the crossroads of Highways 10 West Central Telephone Smart Home Automation, Medical Alert
and 71, nestled in the heart of Systems
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14 2022 Area Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory | wadenachamber.comAgriculture
COUNTY FAIR WADENA FARMERS MARKET
T he 128th Annual Wadena County Fair will be held June
22-26, 2022 at the Wadena County Fairgrounds, 400 Ash
Ave., NW, Wadena. The Wadena County Fair has parking and
entertainment for the whole family. The fair is family friendly
with many new and repeat exhibits and shows. 4-H and open
divisions, the Family Fun Center, carnival, many new vendors
and exciting grandstand events.
The Wadena County Fair is organized by the Wadena
County Agricultural Society whose mission is to recognize
and promote the citizens, organizations, and businesses in
Wadena County. Visit www.wadenacountyfair.com for updates,
information and schedules. (218) 639-5364.
2022 will bring more opportunities for our customers
during our farmers market season. We are
working to bring more variety to our markets. We work with
local businesses to promote and sustain our market. We accept
SNAP/EBT purchases and this year those purchases can be
tripled so a $10 purchase can get up to $30 in purchasing
dollars. We also have a program for kids called the Power of
Produce (POP) where kids can get a free $2 token each week
to purchase produce at the market. There is also a program for
people age 65 and older called our POP Plus program where
they can receive a free $4 token per week for the purchase of
produce.
Our Friday market is located north on Hwy 71 across from
Tri-County Health Care in the Wesley building parking lot. The
market opens at 2:00 pm and goes until 5:30 pm starting the
end of May and running through October. We usually average
around 10-12 vendors each week with a variety of fresh
veggies and fruit, honey and maple syrup, craft items, and fresh
baked goods and canned produce along with jams and jellies.
We are planning to have a Tuesday market at the BN Park
starting mid-July to mid-September from 7:00 am – 11:00 am.
We accept EBT and debit cards. Give aways and other
activities are going on just about every week which may
include music, art, or food demos along with cool water and
plenty of green space and shade.
Visit us on Facebook at WadenaFarmersMarket or for
more info please contact Les Schwartz (218) 639‑1941.
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WADENA DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
T he Wadena Development Authority (WDA) is the
economic and community development arm of the City
of Wadena. Formed in 1984, the WDA is celebrating over
The WDA has partnered with the Wadena-Deer Creek
School District to promote and support a construction trades
program.
35 years of ”Creating Conditions for Doing Business.” The Wadena Development Authority has been “Creating
From humble beginnings and the generosity of local Conditions for Doing Business” for 35 plus years, and con-
business owners, trying to raise a few dollars to create a ditions have never been better. Come see me at the Wadena
small loan fund of around $20,000, the WDA now manages Development Authority and see how we can create even better
a loan fund with assets exceeding a million dollars as well as conditions for YOUR business.
managing over 70 acres of land dedicated for development. For more information contact the Wadena Development
We have cultivated a relationship with the Small Business Authority, Dean Uselman, Director, (218) 631‑7710 or
Development Center, to provide a high level of business e-mail wda@wadena.org. 222 2nd St SE, Wadena, MN 56482.
planning and development assistance to local entrepreneurs. www.wadena.org.
We also maintain close ties to other regional organizations
like the Region Five Development Commission, the Initiative
Foundation, a local office of the Minnesota Department of
Employment and Economic Development (DEED), and Small
Business Development Center (SBDC), giving the community
‘Creating conditions
access to other services and loan funds.
The City of Wadena has a strong base of infrastructure for doing business.’
to support business development in the community, including
comparatively low municipal water and electricity rates, with The Wadena Development Authority
plenty of excess capacity to meet your business needs. With a Board of Directors is made up of
multitude of providers offering high speed data access, a strong
local community and technical college, a growing state-of-the- business volunteers concerned about
art health care facility, and excellent recreational facilities, the the long-term economic vitality of
support services for progressive businesses are in place.
the Wadena community.
Wadena continues a long relationship working with DEED
to provide the best tools to grow your business. Providing tax
breaks for new and expanding businesses, TIF and tax abate-
ment, DEED loan and redevelopment programs are available
through the WDA. As you can see, the Wadena community has
a great deal to offer. STAFF
(218) 631-7710
George Deiss .......................................... President
Kyle Davis ...................................... Vice President
Jeff Browne .................................................. Director
Northside Floral LLC
Terry Lynk ..................................................... Director
Maria Marthaler ......................................... Director
508 N. Jefferson, PO Box 63
Wadena, MN 56482 Wade Miller .................................................. Director
Kelly Wong ................................................... Director
218-631-1774 Jeff Pederson ............................... Legal Counsel
1-877-236-1848 Dean Uselman ..................... Executive Director
www.wadenanorthsidefloral.com
Wadena Housing and
Redevelopment Authority
222 2nd St. SE, Wadena, MN 56482
Humphrey Manor Fair Oaks Apartments 218-631-7723 Commercial Apartments
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WADENA HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
T hroughout its 50-year history, the Wadena Housing and
Redevelopment Authority has striven to achieve filling
the greater housing needs of the Wadena area. Serving as a
Fix-Up Loan Program
This program is established for repairs that directly affect
technical and financial resource, the Wadena Housing and energy efficiency, safety, or handicapped accessible improve-
Redevelopment Authority is continually finding new ways to ments. It is for both rental property and homeowners.
accomplish its mission. This assistance is in the form of a low interest loan for
properties within the City of Wadena. To qualify for the loan,
MISSION STATEMENT: homeowners must meet income guidelines, and other require-
ments. Rental property loans are based on guidelines for
To evaluate the housing and redevelopment needs of housing of low income families.
the greater Wadena area, and to enable appropriate
public and/or private solutions.
Section 8 Rental Assistance
Resources Available and Affordable This Federally funded program assists low-income
families to rent decent, safe and sanitary housing in the private
Housing Options rental market.
• Rental Assistance
• Fair Oaks Apartments Humphrey Manor
• Humphrey Manor This 120 unit subsidized one and two bedroom apartment
• Commercial Apartments complex serves low income persons. Apartments are conve-
niently located near downtown. Residents enjoy a variety of
activities, and the convenience of services provided.
FUN FACT: Commercial Apartments
Wadena County has 81,342 acres of total crop This 16 unit one and two-bedroom apartment building
land. The average farm size is 230 acres and is located in downtown Wadena. The 1989 hotel renovation
the average age of Wadena County farmer is 55 project not only preserved an integral part of Wadena history,
years. Wadena County has 4,000 milk cows on it created housing for those 55 years or older.
58 dairy farms. Each cow averages 17,700 lbs.
of milk per year. Wadena County has 4,500 beef Fair Oaks Apartments
cows. The county has 600 sheep, 34,800 acres
This 32 unit built in 1996 features a unique two-story
of hay, 20,800 acres of corn and thousands of
skylight atrium surrounded by apartments. All utilities
acres of potatoes.
included.
Your finances under control.
Your world in focus.
Monday - Thursday (Lobby & Interactive ATM): 8am - 5pm
Friday (Lobby & Interactive ATM): 8am - 6pm
Saturday (Interactive ATM only): 8am - 12pm
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WADENA-DEER CREEK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary Education
Wadena-Deer Creek Elementary serves students in preschool through grade 4.
WDC Child Care
WDC’s commitment to each child begins with preschool for 3, 4 and 5-year-olds,
All-Day, Every-Day Kindergarten and small class sizes which allow for individ-
ualized and differentiated instruction. In addition to dedicated, caring classroom
W adena-Deer Creek School
District offers quality extend-
ed-day child care programs – Little
teachers, our students receive additional instruction in: Music, Art, Physical Kids Club for 16 months to school-
Education, Title 1, Technology, Special Education services, and bully prevention. age children located at M State
Wadena-Deer Creek Elementary and adjoining Memorial Auditorium recently campus as well as Kids Krew for
underwent a $14.75 million remodel. children in Kindergarten to sixth
grade at the elementary school.
WDC Elementary, in partnership with area service organizations, offers a wide
Both are open from 6:30 am to 6 pm
range of curricular and extracurricular activities for students during the school day,
during the school year and summer
after school, on some Saturdays, and during the summer.
months.
Because of dedicated teachers and parent volunteers, the following activities
The goal of our childcare
are available for students in grades K-8: Band (grade 5-6), Science Fair (grades
programs is to provide a safe,
5-6), Spelling Bee (grades 5-8), School Patrol
recreational environment where
(4th grade), Girl Scouts, Boy/Cub Scouts,
children develop friendships and
Dance Class, 4-H Clubs, Tae Kwon
enhance their skills to be respectful,
Do, Savings Program, Drama
caring, responsible, honest and
Camp, and seasonal programs
fair. If you have questions, contact
for grades K-6: Hockey,
Jennifer Ness at (218) 632‑2342 or
Wrestling, Flag Football,
jness@wdc2155.k12.mn.us.
Basketball, Volleyball,
Wrestling and Golf.
Middle / High School
Wadena-Deer Creek Middle / High College Writing, Public Speaking,
School provides educational opportu- College Biology I & II, College
nities for students in academics, fine Algebra, College Calculus and more.
arts, athletics, and leadership to approx- WDC also offers 4 classes that have
imately 600 students in grades 5-12. articulation agreements with schools
MS/HS teachers and staff are student in the MN Community and Technical Career and Community Leaders of
centered and focused on our mission of College system. WDC offers advanced America (FCCLA), all for student
Building A Legacy Of Excellence… One and rigorous courses in industrial arts, participation.
Student At A Time. Our state-of-the-art English, FACS, social studies, world Wadena-Deer Creek Schools is a
building was built in 2012 after an F4 languages, math, science, technology, great place to learn, work and grow. It
tornado severely damaged our high and audio/visual arts. WDC has a is the expectation of the school district
school in 2010. WDC MS/HS indoor comprehensive curriculum and elective that students and adults treat each other
and outdoor facilities are second to none. program for every student of every with dignity, equity, fairness and respect.
The middle/high school is located on interest. Our staff and students are committed
a scenic 50-acre campus in southwest Students in grades 7-12 are involved to continuing WDC’s tradition of
Wadena. It is a great place to learn! a variety of competitive sports, includ- excellence. With the ongoing support
WDC High School offers approx- ing volleyball, football, wrestling, and involvement of our parents and
imately 140 different course offerings. basketball, cheer leading, baseball, communities, we embrace that many
Our “Senior to Sophomore” program softball, dance line, hockey, tennis, cross opportunities to learn, teach and appre-
provides juniors and seniors the option country, golf and clay target league. ciate the unique gifts that we can offer
of taking up to 30 college credits at our There are also many clubs, organiza- to one another. We invite you to find out
school from our certified staff. Students tions, and fine arts activities, including more about the wonderful school com-
who choose to take advantage of the Drama, Instrumental and Vocal Music, munity by visiting our school website:
program can complete an entire year of Speech, Knowledge Bowl, Business www.wdc2155.k12.mn.us, Facebook
college before they graduate form high Professionals of America (BPA), Future page at Wadena-Deer Creek Public
school! Courses in the program include: Farmers of America (FFA), and Family, Schools, and Twitter @ WDCSchools.
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ECFE and Preschool can meet and interact, feel safe away
from mom and dad, learn, and have fun!
Wadena-Deer Creek Public Wadena-Deer Creek Schools offers A quality preschool stimulates your
Schools Independent a great place for you and your infant, child’s imagination and physical, social
School District #2155 toddler or preschooler to learn and have and emotional development. Enroll
District Office: 632-2155 fun! Early Childhood Family Education today by calling WDC Elementary at
www.wdc2155.k12.mn.us (ECFE) offers classes for families, (218) 632‑2364.
which include parent-child learning
Wadena-Deer Creek activities, parent discussion and a chance
Elementary School for children to interact with one another.
Office: 632-2400 ECFE also hosts many special events
Grades Pre K-4 just for families too! For a brochure on
Wadena-Deer Creek ECFE classes and special events, call
Middle/High School WDC Elementary at (218) 632‑2364.
632-2300 Wadena-Deer Creek Preschool is a
Grades 5-12 wonderful preparation for elementary
school. It’s a place where young children
Alternative Education Community Education
F reshwater Education District Area Learning
Center Wadena Site is located at
624 N Jefferson.
A variety of classes, programs and activities are offered for
individuals of all ages. Classes offered include gardening,
cooking, computer training, CPR, senior defensive driving
Freshwater Education District Area classes, and much more! There’s even opportunities to
Learning Center in Wadena offers a take educational bus trips, open gym for families, and
Middle level program. It is a five-day Kid’s Krew for working parents.
a week, full day program where WDC Community Education is excited to offer
Freshwater Education District pro year-round recreational activities for youths, which
vides specialized instruction for includes summer activities such as drama camp,
students between the age 12-15 who craft classes and Kid’s Krew, just to name a few.
will benefit from support in aca- To learn more about Wadena-Deer Creek
demics, study skills and behavior. Community Education, contact the Community
Older students can attend one of Education Director at (218) 632‑2323 or by
two full days as a full-time student email: kgylsen@wdc2155.k12.mn.us or visit
or as a credit recovery student in an www.wdc2155.k12.mn.us.
Independent Study Program at this site
also. An on-line program is also an option
at this site where a staff person assists students
with organization and motivation to increase their
success in on-line courses.
Freshwater Education District Area Learning Center’s
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ADULT BASIC EDUCATION
A dult Basic Education (ABE) is the program for adults who would like to improve reading, writing and math skills. ABE
provides opportunities for adults to practice, learn from and master the skills and strategies required for responsible citizen-
ship, productive employment and self-sufficiency. Programs
include:
English as a Second Language: Individualized instruc-
tion for any adult whose native language is not English. SINCE 1935
GED (High School Equivalency Certificate): Official
GED testing offered monthly. Free and individualized tutoring
available to prepare for GED.
Reading for Adults: Free and confidential help for adults
who have difficulty reading.
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life skills/job skills, citizenship and self improvement.
Eligibility: Adult Basic Education programs serve
persons ages 16 and older not currently enrolled in a high
school program or who have educational needs below the high
school completion level.
Class Times: Classes are held year-round. Instruction is
individualized and geared to each student’s needs.
Please call Stephanie Drange at (218) 632‑2450, M State -
Wadena for more information.
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