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2021-2022Wadena Area Resource Guide& Chamber Membership Directoryinfo@wadenachamber.com100 Aldrich Way SWP.O. Box 107Wadena, Minnesota 56482(218) 632-7704Followus onToll Free: 1-877-631-7704www.wadenachamber.com
Development AuthorityCelebrating 30 yearsof Creating Conditions for Doing Business!Development IncentivesIndustrial andCommercial Development Local, State & Federal LoansTax CreditsJob Creation IncentivesEmployee Training ProgramsTax Increment FinancingTax AbatementStart-Ups ExpansionsRetention RelocationsRetail DevelopmentOTHER AVAILABLE BENEFITS INCLUDE:Residential Development Low Municipal Utility Rates and High Speed Data Access Real Estate Development Incentives Access to Various Financing Sources,Including Local Loan Funds Business Planning, Marketing & Financial AssistanceThrough the Minnesota Small Business Development CentersFor More Information Contact the Wadena Development AuthorityDean Uselman, Director 218-631-7710 wda@wadena.org 222 2nd St. SE, Wadena, MN 56482Website: www.wadena.org, then click on Wadena Development Authority2 Area Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2021
Othe summer take in the June Jubilee, Wadenan behalf of the citizens of Wadena, I wouldCounty Fair and the Old Wadena Rendezvous.like to welcome you to “Our Town”. MaybeWintertime offers cross country skiing, hiking andyou are passing through, here for a visit ormountain biking at Blacks Grove Park and thereconsidering a move. Whatever reason it mayare many miles of groomed snowmobile trails inbe, take some time to see all we have to offer.the area. There is plenty of gas, food and lodgingSmall town living with some big city amenities.to go around.#wadenastrong was the rallying cry to get “OurTown” through all the Covid19 shutdowns and itWe have great medical professionals here inworked.Wadena.The Tri-County Hospital, Clinic and staffGeorge M. Deiss, MayorThe Hwy 10 project is complete and thedoanoutstandingjob. Ground breaking for theCity of Wadenadowntown is bustling. Stop on in and take anew building located west on Hwy 10 will be instroll up and down our Historic Main Street. YouMay. Local dentists, optometrists and chiropractorswill see a collection of neat and unique stores, restaurants, around out a top notch group of health care providers. A firstbrewery, a distillery and the Cozy theater. By the end of theclass education is available from WDC K-12 Schools, M-Stateyear all the downtown buildings will be occupied. Beyond theCollege, and Freshwater Education. The remodel of the formerdowntown area there is a great assortment of businesses waitingFirst National bank building will begin this year, to become theto serve you.new and larger Wadena City Library. Our municipal airport has a4000’ paved runway and the crosswind runway is ready for use.Make sure you check out the “MAS”, you will be amazedwhat this wellness center has to offer. Swing into our beautifulThere is a large variety of churches offering manyWhitetail Run 18-hole public golf course and shoot a round orreligious choices. A good mix of retail, industrial, governmental,two. Newly updated t-boxes and added sand traps make thiseducation and medical jobs provide a nice choice ofcourse even more challenging. Wadena has hundreds of acresemployment opportunities here. Our experienced and friendlyof city park land for your enjoyment. Check out the Historiccity employees keep Wadena clean, safe and sound. Come onWadena Depot along with the Wadena County Museum. Duringover and take a look, make Wadena your town.Area Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2021 3
Wadena Chamber of CommerceBoard of DirectorsJoe Randall, PresidentRenee FrethemVice-PresidentKatie KaufmanFinance OfficerKent SchmidtWDC School BoardKrista O’DellSerenityCONTENTS6Things to DoFrom parks, to events, activities,to the arts, with places to go,and things to do, you have noreason to be bored.12 Facts & FiguresLearn about the Wadenacommunity, populationand statistics.15 OrganizationsWadena is a busy place, with aFarmers Market, County Fair,Development Organizations,Education, Churches, Heath Care,Charity and Government.28 Member DirectoryThe Wadena Chamber ofCommerce is supported byand also supports these finebusinesses. Please take thetime to thank them with yourpatronage.WWW.WADENACHAMBER.COMOn 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, wehope you enjoy our hospitality.You will notice the small town charm as you stroll the streets. We’ve got severalbusiness owners eager to help. Don’t forget to take a look around, because the AlleyArts Project will make any walk worthwhile. Speaking of walks, if you’d like to takea walk down memory lane, the Wadena County Historical Society and Museum hassome great displays and information.Our public school, Wadena-Deer Creek ISD #2155 offers a great learningexperience for K-12 students and the Son Rise Christian School is a Christianbased education environment. Minnesota State Community and Technical Collegecan service post secondaryy education needs with a wide rangeg of academic andcareer programs.Maybe you’relooking for a church,social group or just aplace to gather. Don’tworry we’ve got thatcovered, too. From ourmany places of worshipto our MaslowskiCenter, you are sure tofind what you need. Ourcommunity has stateof the art health careavailable through TriCounty Hospital and theWadena Medical Center.But it isn’t allbusiness here in Wadena, you can always go outside and play. Sunnybrook Park isjust one of 14 parks and/or playgrounds in the area. And if golf is your thing WhitetailRun, located just north of town on Highway 71, is one of the best kept coursesaround. When winter months arrive, you can enjoy cross country skiing at beautifulBlack’s Grove Park. Plus there are milesof groomed snowmobile trails throughoutWadena County.The Wadena Area Chamber is activelyMISSION:involved in many community eventsthroughout the year. There’s an EasterWe are Partners inEgg Hunt for the kids in the spring, andwe celebrate the coming of summer withthe Success of ourBreakfast in the Park, a Parade, “FamilyBusinesses and ourFun Day,” a Chili Cook-Off in September,Zombie Run in October, a ChristmasMembersFestival with 100 vendors, food andentertainment with horse-drawn carriagerides for the whole family at the end ofNovember and Santa and Mrs. Clausalways stop by for a visit.As we like to say, “There is alwayssomething to do in Wadena.”Joe RandallWadena Chamber President4 Area Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2021cdDesign by AH Grafix, LLCahgrafix.com
What to See and Do2021 Whiskey CreekFilm FestivalThe Whiskey Creek Film Festivalscreens films selected from thebest current cinema in the nation fromFriday, September 10 - Thursday,September 16, 2021 at Wadena’s CozyTheatre. The Festival will show 6award-winning films in current release,a free family film, and a free “made-inMinnesota” film. Whiskey Creek hasbecome a must-attend art event everyfall in Wadena, and this year marks theFestival’s 15th annual celebration of filmart. We are happy to be back after a oneyear Covid interruption.Festival passes are availablebeginning August 1st and can bepurchased at the Cozy Theatre boxoffice, the Wadena Chamber office atthe Depot, the Staples World newspaperoffice, and at the Cultural Center in NewYork Mills. Tickets are also available online by following the link on the Festivalwebsite, www.whiskeycreekfilmfestival.org. The link for ticket sales for thisyear’s Festival will beactive beginning August1, 2021. Tickets for singlemovie screenings areavailable only at the Cozybox office.Oma’s Restaurant& Bakery will servetheir famously deliciousquiche dishes on the lawnof the Pemberton LawOffice next to the CozyTheatre. And there maybe a surprise screeningoutside at BN Park acrossthe street from DrasticMeasures brewery.Visit our website, www.whiskeycreekfilmfestival.org for up-to-the-minute details.Read about last year’sFestival on the website, www.whiskeycreekfilmfestival.org. Detailsabout 2021will be posted by August1, 2021. Ask any questions aboutthe Festival by writing to info@whiskeycreekfilmfestival.org. Thisyear’s Whiskey Creek Festival is madepossible by the voters of Minnesotathrough a grant from the 5 Wings ArtsCouncil. Additional community supportis provided by many area businessesand from the Wadena Convention andVisitors Bureau.To 1-1860-orwadenastatebank.com%OXႇWRQ 'HHU &UHHN :DGHQDArea Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2021 5
A City of ParksFairgrounds400 Ash Ave. NWFink’s ParkNorthwest corner by wadingpool. 304 SW 7th St.Site of ‘Garden of Miracles’flower bed – developed asmemorial to 2010 tornado.John EhlenPlayground716 3rd St SESwing sets, playgroundequipment, open ball field,basketball court, picnicshelter, rest room.NW Playground600 1st St NWRest room, playground,picnic area. BMX biking,skateboarding, ball field,open skating, basketball,shelter, rest room.Softball/HorseshoeComplex1701 2nd St SWBN Park100 Aldrich Ave. SWLocated in the heart of Wadena’s business district, BurlingtonNorthern Park surrounds our depot, which is on the NationalRegister of Historic Places. It is perhaps the most valued spotin the community and is the stage for many summer activitiesthat bring the community together.Rotary Corn and Chicken Feed, Chamber Town and CountryBreakfast, June Jubilee celebration, and the Lion’s BBQ helpto celebrate and reinforce our friendly, close knit communityright in the heart of Minnesota. The park includes a band shell,picnic area, flowers, kiosk, and fountain. For information andreservations call (218) 632-7704 oremail chamber@wadenacoc.comBlack’s Grove33825 620th Ave.1 ¾ miles west on Hwy. 29, turn right on 620th Ave.and travel about ¾ mile.Log picnic shelter, hiking, cross country skiing, horse trailsand mountain biking. Primitive rest rooms available at thisscenic nature park.Four fenced softball fields(1 lighted), concession/restroom building, sliding hill,horseshoe pits (competitive)lighted, shelter, rest rooms.SW AthleticField ComplexWading Pool310 SW 7th St.Open skating, playgrounds,basketball courts, open playarea, fenced ball fields,open ball field, soccer fields,shelters, wading pool andtennis courts.SunnybrookCampground210 Harry-Rich DriveCamping, rest rooms, showers,dump station, laundryfacilities, ducks, geese,buffalo and deer. Playground6 Area Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2021equipment, horseshoe pits,frisbee golf, fishing. 8AM - 8PM.Open May 15 - October 1.Sunnybrook Park940 Sunnybrook Road3 ½ mile black top bike/rollerblading trail to Whitetail RunGolf Course.Five large sheltersinclude: Lions I, LionsII, Rotary, Burch, andKnights of Columbus.These can be reservedfor weddings, reunions,organizations, churches,schools or other activityrequiring a large shelter.Picnic area, small shelters,tables and grills, Memorialtree lanes and pet exercisearea. Open play area andplayground equipmentTapley Park617 Lincoln Ave. SWPlayground equipment, openplay area, large enclosedpicnic shelter, tables, grill,rest room, soccer field,basketball court, naturetrails/pond, horseshoe pitsand volleyball court.Traveler’sRest Area110 Jefferson St NVeterans ParkA new addition to the Southend of Sunnybrook Park thatfeatures a Memorial Walllisting those buried in WadenaCounty, benches, pavers, flags,and a future Museum. It willhave an interpretive center,hardware from the military,and a deck over the river.Our Veterans Park is a workin progress as we develop aserene environment to honorall veterans.Walter GoedelParkWest Hwy. 29
What to See and Do2021 Old Wadena Rendezvous andChautauqua2021marks the 29th annual Old Wadena Rendezvousand Chautauqua, a celebration throughstorytelling, theater, music, dance, and art of the region’s pastand of its rich cultural heritage. The Festival is held on thegrounds of the beautiful Old Wadena County Historical Parkon the banks of the Crow Wing River near Staples.This year’s Festival will be Saturday and Sunday, August14 & 15. Gates open both days at 10 am and admission is 10for both days of the Festival with kids 12 and under admittedfree if accompanied by an adult. Family groups of any size areadmitted with one low 25 entrance fee for two days of funand entertainment.Have you ever wanted to really practice the traditionalarts that are demonstrated every year at the Festival? This yearanyone has that opportunity as the Rendezvous continues a“Chautauqua” on the Old Wadena Park grounds. Here is theplan for 2021.Wadena County has constructed a permanent pavilionat the Rendezvous campground and events such as barnquilt painting take place under the pavilion roof. This year anew replica ox cart will be on display on the park grounds.With financial support from the 5 Wings Arts Council, theMinnesota State Arts Board, and local businesses, the OldWadena Society will provide anyone who wishes to learn theopportunity to practice one of the arts showcased each yearat the Rendezvous. This year those showcased arts are thetraditional Ojibwe wooden flute and storytelling, songwritingand playing the ukulele are the featured arts. Flutes and ukesare provided for learners to use. Details on our webpages.As always there will be a fur traders village complete withblacksmith shop and of course the famous “Baby’s Fry Bread”tent with the world’s best fry bread featuring bannock, chickencordon bleu, or fruit fillings in the best fry bread ever. Guests canalso order plain fry bread or one with a dash of cinnamon sugar.Local naturalist Dick Oehlenschlager will provideinterpretive talks about the flora and fauna of the region aswell as guided tours along the park’s “bog walk” interpretivetrail. You can practice throwing a tomahawk or shooting a BBgun, or build a bluebird house. All of this is included in thelow admission price.Artisans will demonstrate a host of fascinatingcrafts, including pottery making, woodworking and woodcarving, lace making, dried flower arranging, leatherwork, blacksmithing, painting, and basket making. Specialperformance of hoop dancing by the Sampson brothers Miccoand his older brother Samsoche. Don’t miss this year’s bestRendezvous ever!Music this year features Charlie Parr, Curtis & Loretta,and the Purple Hulls, Charlie Parr, Dave Virnala and others!Storytelling and puppets for the kids will feature artistsPaulino Brener and Margo McCreary. And hand painting forthe kids is here courtesy of Beth Kern. Entertainment andlearning from bees and blacksmithing to ukuleles and woodenflutes. All the details at www.oldwadenarendezvous.org.This year’s Rendezvous and Chautauqua is made possible bythe voters of Minnesota through grants from the MinnesotaState Arts Board and the 5 Wings Arts Council, thanks to alegislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritagefund. Additional support is provided by the Staples-MotleyCommunity Foundation and by the Staples Lions. Hit Country High School Sports Minnesota TwinsNews, Sports, Weather 24 Hours a Day695 Jefferson St North Wadena, UP 7BMVF 8BEFOB 5VY[O 1LMMLYZVU HKLUH 45 :[VYL /V\YZV\YZ4VU -YP HT ! WT T ! WT :H[ HT WT WT L»]L NV[ [OL WHY[Z L»]L NV[ [OL ZTHY[Z Y[Z H\[V]HS\LZ[VYLZ JVT HKLUHArea Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2021 7
ActivitiesWhitetail RunGolf CoursePO Box 30, Wadena, MN 56482(218) 631-77184 miles north on Hwy. 71 Two par 3. Five par 4. Two par 5holes on each course. Par 72. Longest hole - 550 yards Shortest hole - 140 yards Public course with a very large drivingrange and three putting greens. Verywell groomed for ease in finding balls. Front 9 has pine trees lining fairwaysand easy walking. Back 9 has water on five holes, isspread out, open and flat but distancesbetween greens and trees make cart useadvantageous, links style. Tee times necessary Tuesday Ladies League 9AM-11AM Wednesday Men’s League 11AM-close PGA golf lessons availableWadena Hockey ClubThe Wadena Hockey Club Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated topromoting hockey in the Wadena area. The Hockey Club provides activitiesfor over 100 kids from beginning skaters to high school age. In addition toWadena, the communities of New York Mills, Sebeka, Staples, Verndale,Parkers Prairie, Henning and Bertha also participate. The Hockey Club hostsdozens of games and some tournaments every year, which bring hundreds ofpeople to the Wadena community to shop, dine, and stay overnight. For moreinformation, visit the website www.wadena-hockey.com.Whatever the Special Occasion6]VQKQXIT5QY]WZ \WZMCheck OurSpecials!/V\YZ! H T W T 4 :H[ / HKLUH HKLUHSPX'HY]PN JVTHwy. 71 NorthWadena(218) 631-3351Open 7 Days a Week8 Area Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2021Wadena VFW Post 3922 Welcomes YouWedding Receptions DancesBirthdays AnniversariesFamily/Class ReunionsBenefits/Charitable EventsReasonable Rates.Call the VFW Club (218) 632-6951and book your event today.Subway Drive Thru981 N. Jefferson St. Wadena(218) 631-7151OPEN Mon - Fri 8am - 10pmSat 8am - 9pm Sun 9am - 9pm
Celebrating the ArtsWadena MemorialAuditoriumBuilt in 1934, the WadenaMemorial Auditorium is acultural and historic landmarkthat provides countless hours ofcommunity and regional enjoyment.The auditorium has been restoredin the beautiful art-deco style ofthe 1930s. As the community andschool’s center for the performingarts, it is one of Wadena’s mostappreciated assets.Wadena-Deer Creek HighSchool’s Drama Department’s Fallplay and One-Act play rehearseand perform at the Auditorium.Their performances have received“superior” ratings at the StateOne-Act Festival six times, as wellas 11 appearances at State. Thecommunity theater group, WadenaArea Madhatters, also perform in theauditorium. In addition, they offer asummer theater camp for area youth.Other groups who frequently usethe auditorium include the WadenaArea Concert Association Series ofconcerts, Prairie Fire Theatre, MissWadena Scholarship Pageant andmany others.To book an event, contact MaryFix at the Wadena-Deer Creek HighSchool office at (218) 632-2381.Wadena Area Madhatters Community TheatreWadena Area Madhatters. lnc. is a community theatre group combining the talentsof many people from Wadena and the surrounding area. The theatre group holdstheir performances in the Wadena Memorial Auditorium as well as various other venuesin the area. They offer everything from full-cast musicals and dramas to acting workshops,a summer youth acting camp, dinner theaters, One Act Play competitions, and ‘Mad Lab’productions. These lab shows offer plays that cover complex social as well as educationaland experimental theatre experiences. Madhatters has performed such noteworthy showsas “Guys and Dolls”, “Annie”, “The Sound of Music”, “The Wizard of Oz”, “On GoldenPond”, “Nunsense”, and “Prescription: Murder”. Our latest dinner theatre was “The KitchenWitches.” Mad Lab has produced shows such as “girl”, “Rabbit Hole”, “A Walk in theWoods”, “Whales of August”, and in conjunction with our neighboring theatre group, “TrueWest” and “Twelve Angry Men.”Wadena Area Concert AssociationSince the early 50s the Wadena Area Concert Associationhas been supplying fine entertainment opportunitiesfor Wadena and the surrounding communities. Each year aseries contains a variety of musical offerings, including bothvocal and instrumental soloists and small groups presentingprograms of jazz, popular and classical music.All concerts are held in the renovated MemorialAuditorium. Most are held in the evening beginning at 7:30pm with an occasional Sunday matinee.Admission to the concerts is by seasonalmembership which admits the purchaser to Wadenaconcerts and also concerts in Alexandria, Fergus Falls,Park Rapids and Sauk Centre.The membership drive is held in the fall of eachyear. Newcomers to the community are welcome topurchase tickets mid-season.For more information, call Bonnie Kingsley at(218) 371-9487.DELIVERY AVAILABLEDAILY BUFFETDOWNTOWN WADENA631-2145Over 60 years ofserving the community.202 South JeffersonWadena, MN 56482Phone 218-631-3294GAYLE TABERY218-632-9675 Area Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2021 9
Places of InterestWadena County Museum and Genealogy Research CenterBOOKSTORE & GIFT SHOP Open Year RoundThe Museum of the Wadena County Historical Society features15 exhibit rooms that showcase the history of Wadena Countybeginning with the stories of the fur traders and early settlers andcontinuing through to the present day. In addition to thousandsof unique artifacts, the Aldrich railroad depot has been recreatedin one of the rooms and the tower fromthe original 1886 courthouse stands on thegrounds.The Museum now includes a GiftShop and Bookstore that feature booksabout local and regional history. Wadenapostcards are available FREE. OtherWadena souvenirs are also available.The Wadena County HistoricalSociety is the primary resource forthe county’s history. In the GenealogyResearch Center there are more than25,000 obituaries, 4,000 photographs,400 binders on families of the county,plus information on rural school districts,churches, townships and more. A publicaccess computer is available for use bypatrons and a scanner provides access to microfilm of theWadena Newspapers.Programs throughout the year include a fascinating line-upof lectures and entertainment. Special events include an HistoricCarnival held during Wadena’s June Jubilee plus a LivingHistory Day held each year at the museum. “BookEnds”, amonthly program connecting writers and readers is held the 2ndSaturday of the month at 11:30 a.m. “Minnesota Voices”, a freenoontime program is held the third Thursday of the month atnoon. It features an eclectic line-up of writers, entertainers, andcharacters from history. Bring a lunch or just come for coffee.The Wadena County Historical Society’s Legacy series featuresmusic, drama and art with a connection to the area. Check thewebsite for more information.In addition, the Historical Society maintains exhibits at theWadena County Fairgrounds. The Historical Church, Little RedSchoolhouse, Bunkhouse and Interpretive Exhibit Building willbe open during the annual Wadena County Fair in June.In September, Minnesota Archaeology week is celebratedwith new exhibits and programs each year. Stories about the FurTrade Era in Wadena County are also available on MNopedia,Minnesota’s online encyclopedia.More information about upcoming programs and exhibits isavailable on the web at www.WadenaCountyHistory.org.The Wadena County Museum and Genealogy ResearchCenter is located at 603 JeffersonStreet North on Highway 71 inWadena, just north of the Armory.Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Tuesday through Saturday or byappointment. For information phone218 631-9079 or email 603wchs@arvig.net.Our new bookstore featuresover 150 titles with anemphasis on the historyof the area. Come sit inthe lobby and browse ourcollection of books byMinnesota writers. Coffee isalways on. Open TuesdaySaturday, 10 AM - 4 PM.10 Area Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2021
Maslowski Wellness Center17 5th St. SW, Wadena, MN(218) 632-7777www.wadenawellness.comServing the regional area, theMaslowski Wellness and Researchcenter is located at 17 5th St SW(adjacent to the High School andHockey Arena) in Wadena. ‘The Mas’has something for everyone. Boasting asix lane lap pool, recreation pool with a90' waterslide and other water features,sauna/steam room, whirlpool, warmwater therapy pool, two racquetballcourts, state-of-the-art fitness facility,walking track and a multipurpose gymwith standards for three basketballcourts, three volleyball courts, tennisand pickleball! Looking for somethingwith a little more direction? Give ourFitness On Demand a try, a digitalprogram containing 150 on the spotinstructor led fitness classes, or, join inone of the many group fitness classesheld daily. Day passes are available ifyou are just passing through, give usa try multiple times with our punchcard or month trial, or join our facilityfor the year with our full membership.Host your next business meeting,appreciation gala or birthday party withus by renting one of our many rentalspaces. We can host anything from asmall, private get together to a large400 person event! For more informationon fees, activity schedules, hours ofoperation and/or rentals please stop bythe facility, visit our website at www.wadenawellness.com or feel free to giveus a call at (218) 632-7777.(218) 631-1068100 JUNIPER AVE. NW WADENA, MNeverything print888.632.8844 rangeprinting.comArea Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2021 11
Community ProfileAREA COMMUNICATIONS & UTILITIESTelephoneInternetNewspapersCable TVArvig . (888) 992-7844Charter Communications .(888) 438-2427West Central Telephone. (218) 837-5151Wadena Pioneer Journal, Weekly . (218) 631-2561Sebeka/Menahga ReviewMessenger, Weekly . (218) 837-5558RadioKSKK/KVKK . (218) 631-3441KPRW .(218) 346-4800KWAD/KNSP/K106.(218) 631-1803Charter Communications .(888) 438-2427Arvig . (888) 992-7844West Central Telephone. (218) 837-5151Charter Communications .(888) 438-2427Arvig . (888) 992-7844ElectricTodd-Wadena Electric Coop . (218) 631-3120Wadena Electric & Water Dept .(218) 631-7712Dave Evans, SuperintendentWastewaterTreatment Type .Mechanical PlantCapacity of Plant .750,000 gal/dayAverage Demand. 500,000 gal/dayPeak Demand .1.2 Million gal/dayFUN FACTS:With a population of 4,088, the city servesas the county seat. Wadena County has apopulation of approximately 13,843.The changing seasons make central Minnesotaa wonderful place to live. Temperatures duringJuly, the warmest month, average 84º F. January,the coldest month, averages 19º F. Annualrainfall is 25” and average annual snowfall is 44”.GasMN Energy Resources. 800-888-9508WaterWater Source .WellsStorage Capacity . 750,000 galPumping Capacity .1,300 gal/minAverage Demand.572,000 gal/dayPeak Demand .1,300,000 gal/dayTotal Water Hardness .18 grainsThere are around 200 businesses in the Wadenaarea with more than 20 communities locatedwithin 20 miles, Wadena serves as a retail tradecenter for people in central Minnesota.SebekaMenahgaEONLIN NIOVERS LEBAILAAVReview MessengerMARJON PRINTERS, INC. RPHWRZQ 1HZV /RFDO XPRU /RFDO LVWRU\ GYLFH &RPPHQWDU\ 6SRUWV 6FKRRO 1HZV (YHQWV )HDWXUH UWLFOHV GYHUWLVLQJ6HEHND 0HQDKJD website: www.reviewmessenger.comASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CAREmmcjd.com62505 US Hwy 10, Wadena(218) 631-231112 Area Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2021110 Hemlock Ave Wadena, MN 56482 218-632-3610
Wadena FactsFUN FACT:POPULATIONDiversity provides thestrength of Wadena’seconomy. A thriving retailcenter is bolstered bymanufacturing, distribution,and transportation jobs inWadena. With forested areasto the north and agriculturalsectors to the south, Wadenais situated in the center ofMinnesota’s major lakesand resorts areas. Locatedin the central region ofMinnesota, Wadena is 143miles from Minneapolis/St.Paul. The city is in the 8thUS Congregational Districtand MN Legislative District#9. Wadena offers clean,comfortable living and agreat place to do business.The city of Wadena covers3,366 acres or 5.25 sq. miles.Area ty13,84313,71313,15414,162Source: U.S. Census, State DemographerMAJOR i-County Health CareGeneral Medical & Surgical HospitalWalmartRetailWDC Public SchoolsElementary & Secondary Schools195Mason Brothers Co.Wholesale Grocers185Russ Davis WholesaleWholesale Produce121Homecrest Outdoor LivingLeisure Furniture110Polman TransferLocal Trucking w/o Storage95Wadena TimberRootsMinnesota StateCommunity & Tech CollegeSawmill & Planning Mills, General80Vocational School75Wadena SuperOneGrocery Store63280Home Care and Hospiceby KNUTE NELSONArea Resource Guide & Chamber Membership Directory 2021 13
Wadena FactsHOUSINGSTATISTICSHousing ActivityAccommodationsSingle Housing Units1,526Multiple Family Units424Mobile Homes34Owner Occupied77%2017 Residential Building PermitsAmericInn Lodge & Suites41 unitsBrookside Motel14 UnitsTerry Motel10 UnitsEastwood Inn of Wadena43 Units0Estimated Market Value 2017 Payable 2018MediaCommercial & IndustrialWadena Pioneer JournalWee
Dean Uselman, Director † 218-631-7710 wda@wadena.org † 222 2nd St. SE, Wadena, MN 56482 . May. Local dentists, optometrists and chiropractors round out a top notch group of health care providers. A fi rst . Education, Churches, Heath Care, Charity and Government. 28 Member Directory The Wadena Chamber of Commerce is supported by
