See bald and golden eagles like never before – face to face!
The National Eagle Center is a tourist must-see and top Minnesota attraction that offers a unique viewing experience that brings visitors to within a few feet of these majestic raptors without any barrier in between. You can learn about eagles while standing right next to them – an unforgettable experience unlike any other!
Located in Wabasha, Minnesota, the National Eagle Center is home to several non-releasable Bald Eagles and a nesting place for hundreds of others who come for the winter.
Whether you wish to see these beautiful creatures up close, observe them in their prime habitat, incorporate their research into your own teachings, or donate to support their mission, they have a way for you to get involved.
Upcoming Events
NEC is Seeking Executive Director
The National Eagle Center seeks a visionary and experienced Executive Director to lead the organization through its next phase of growth. The Executive Director will bring strong leadership in nonprofit management, demonstrated skills in finance and fundraising, a commitment to tribal collaboration, and a passion for curating and preserving cultural collections. This is a unique opportunity to lead a mission-driven institution that celebrates the eagle as both a national symbol and a cultural icon.
Email: annette@nationaleaglecenter.org for more information.
VFW is Hiring Bartenders & Wait Staff
The VFW is hiring bartenders and wait staff. Contact Heather Hanson for more information 651-565-4766
Cardinal Health is Now hiring a Senior Maintenance Technician on 1st Shift in Wabasha!
Now hiring a Senior Maintenance Technician on 1st Shift in Wabasha!
What Production Set-up and Maintenance contributes to Cardinal Health
Manufacturing is responsible for cost of production and maintenance activities including process improvement, supply chain management, quality assurance, employee safety and engagement, and environmental commitment.
Production Setup and Maintenance sets up, aligns, monitors, and/or calibrates production equipment. Assists and may perform maintenance on machines and cleans up minor chemical spills.
Responsibilities
- Install and connect various mechanical and electrical systems, including motors, compressors, control units, fans, evaporators, and electrical sources, setting controls as required.
- Fabricate, install, and join facility infrastructure components such as metal equipment, ducts, pipes, valves, filters, and plumbing lines based on blueprints and specifications.
- Construct, install, maintain, paint, and repair exterior and interior building structures, including walls, ceilings, floors, roofs, and doors.
- Perform maintenance and repair on equipment, including disassembling, cleaning, replacing worn parts and filters, conducting preventive maintenance (PMs), and managing spare parts inventory.
- Maintain and repair facility water systems.
- Inspect, repair, replace, and maintain safety and fire equipment.
- Provide assistance with HVAC control systems.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical malfunctions, performing repairs, rebuilds, and adjustments on various equipment.
- Adjust and maintain automatic and semi-automatic machines to ensure quality production, including installing, adjusting, and replacing components, and regulating controls.
- Report unrepairable machine malfunctions and consult with designated personnel on electrical issues, recommending equipment modifications as needed.
- Comply with all national/federal regulations and established EH&S procedures and policies (e.g., ISO 13485, GMP, OSHA), ensuring personal and team safety, and actively participating in EH&S activities and training.
- Utilize and maintain a variety of hand, welding, cutting, bending, and power tools.
- Prepare machine production and maintenance documentation.
- Perform additional duties as assigned, including working overtime and assisting with machine operation.
Qualifications
- 2-4 years of experience, preferred
- High School diploma, GED or degree in related field (electrical/mechanical, HVAC, or welding certification), or equivalent work experience, preferred
What is expected of you and others at this level
- Applies knowledge and company policies to complete a variety of tasks
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of jobs outside area of responsibility
- Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
- Works on assignments that are moderately difficult requiring judgment in resolving issues
- May assist in recommendation of processes on new assignments
- Adheres to all quality guidelines
- Works with limited supervision
- Work occasionally involves review of output by work lead or supervisor
- May provide general guidance or technical assistance to less experienced team members
Anticipated hourly range: $22.50 per hour – $35.31 per hour
Bonus eligible: No
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401k savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
Application window anticipated to close: 02/23/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
Celebrate Mardi Gras and Valentine’s with the Widespot
February 14th, California based jazz trumpeter and showman, Jeff Bordes brings his New Orleans inspired revue to the Widespot. This show offers a collaboration of Bordes and Driftless Region favorites, Sue Orfield (Tenor Sax) and Faith Ulwelling (vocals) accompanied by local drums and bass artists. Together this group blends lush romantic ballads with the joyful spirit of Mardi Gras. Expect a night that’s tender, funky and full of New Orleans flair bringing together blues, brass and heart. Bring your Valentine to this dance ready celebration!
Visit Widespot’s website for details, show tickets and more: widespot.org, or by calling: 715-448-0536. Cash purchase tickets will be available at the door.
Widespot’s remaining spring show lineup will include:
March 7th – Four Pints Shy. This Widespot fan favorite returns to kick up your St. Pat’s spirit early and features a seven-member band offering Irish and Celtic harmonies, great musicianship and some regrettable jokes!
March 28th – Monroe Crossing. One of the most well recognized and entertaining bluegrass acts, this band has four distinct personalities with differing musical backgrounds and unique sounds.
May 9th – City Mouse. The Mankato Mouse will be in the house bringing a blend of country, bluegrass, country-rock, blues and some five part acapella vocals. It’s Mother’s Day weekend – treat Mom to this Minnesota gem.
WideSpot, the premiere entertainment venue in the Lake Pepin Region, is in Wabasha, Minnesota’s Broadway Theater at 611 Broadway Avenue in the historic Mittel Schule building. The venue is fully accessible and features auditorium seating, onsite parking, and a bar serving beer, wine, water and sodas. Showtime will be at 7 pm, with doors opening at 6:30 pm.
WideSpot is supported by a number of community sponsors, including the Queenan Foundation, the Wabasha-Kellogg Area Foundation and SEMAC, the Southeast Minnesota Arts Council. SEMAC activities are made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the MN State Arts Board thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
