We Are Closed

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Dec 03 2012

We have closed the inn and will be moving along to new adventures.

Thank you to all of our guests who provided us with such a successful business and many happy memories.

Feel free to follow us along our journey or contact us with any questions you may have.

Cheers,

John and Deb

Open House / Auction

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Oct 15 2012
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With only two short weeks left before we close our doors, we thought now would be the perfect time to have an open house. We have closed the inn to overnight guests for two days and nights, October 16th & 17th so that everyone has a chance to see every room and it’s contents available. Our silent/not so silent auction has been underway for a couple of months now and going very well ,but we have been so busy with guests that many have not been able to get into all of the rooms. Many items have bids with plenty of room and many great items are still available with low opening starting bids.

If you have any questions or would like to request a current bid list along with bidding instructions, please give us a call at 715-262-2222

Thanks and happy bidding,

John and Deb

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Hasting Bridge Road Closure

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Sep 04 2012
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Hastings Bridge Update

August 31, 2012

 

    

 

Planning for a move

All signs are currently pointing to the Main Span float-in proceeding next week. At this time, Project leaders expect to begin moving the nearly 7-million-pound, 545-foot-long tied-arch Main Span on to barges in the river next Friday, Sept. 8.

 

As with the entire process, this initial movement is likely to take some time and may be best viewed via webcams and video that will be available on the Project’s website (www.dot.state.mn.us/hastingsbridge).

 

More detail about the float-in process appears below. Motorists, boaters, pedestrians and cyclists should be aware of the following:

 

On Thursday, Sept. 6:

  • Lock and Dam Road near downtown Hastings will close at the entrance to Jaycee Park starting at noon. Access to and parking at Jaycee Park will remain available.
  • The pedestrian and bicycle path between Lock and Dam No. 2 and downtown Hastings also will close at noon.

 

On Friday, Sept. 7:

  • The boat launch at the park also will close at 6 a.m.
  • All through river traffic between Lock and Dam No. 2 and the CP Rail bridge east of downtown will be suspended.

 

On Saturday, Sept. 8:

  • Motorists traveling through the area will encounter a closure of Highway 61 at the Mississippi River starting at 8:00 a.m. The highway will remain closed for up to 72 hours. Motorists travelling through the Hasting area should follow the signed detour using I-494, Highway 52 and Highway 55.

Access to downtown businesses and residences will remain open during the entire float-in process.

 

This schedule is subject to change. Updates about the closure will be available on the Project’s website (www.dot.state.mn.us/hastingsbridge).

 

Float-in Process

Here is the process for floating in the Main Span:

  • Step 1: The Main Span is lifted from its shoring towers (which are then removed). Self-propelled modular transports (SPMTs) will be used to guide the Main Span down to the river where barges will be waiting.
  • Step 2: The river navigation channel is closed and the Main Span is moved onto to two large barges (72′x260′x16′). Water is pumped in and out of barges to maintain a level surface.
  • Step 3: Tug boats move the Main Span away from shore.
  • Step 4: The Main Span is moved out of the navigation channel.
  • Step 5: The Main Span is moved down river to the bridge site.
  • Step 6: The Main Span is aligned with a skid system that will be used to move the span into place between Piers 5 and 6.
  • Step 7: The Main Span will be lifted using hydraulic strand jacks mounted on the top of Piers 5 and 6.
  • Step 8: The Main Span is secured in place. The channel is re-opened.

Later, crews will work on completing the concrete knuckles and tie girders and post-tensioning the Main Span. The deck for the roadway also will be poured.
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Lodging for River Falls Days

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Jul 11 2012
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Just a short 15 minutes away from the Inn

River Falls Days, July 12-15
“Kinnistitious”

Thursday 
Sliders Eating Contest 
7:30 p.m., We are looking for a few brave souls to participate – call the Chamber at 715-425-2533 to reserve your spot. Sponsored by MainStreeters, Second & Locust

FREE Street Dance Featuring
Rubber Soul, a Beatles Tribute Band, 8 p.m. Second & Locust

Friday
River Falls Day Parade, 6:30 p.m.

DJ Teen Dance 
9 p.m., Main and Walnut

Street Dance Featuring 
Junk FM, a high energy show, 9 p.m., Second & Locust

Saturday 
10K/2M/1K Runs
Glen Park, 8 a.m. Registration open through
7/11/12 at www.active.com/running/river-falls-wi/river-falls-days-2012

Children’s Entertainment and Activity Area 
Noon – 6 p.m. Under the Big Top, Second & Locust

Kids Pedal Tractor Pull 
5:00 p.m., Second & Locust

Truck Pull 7p.m.
North End Industrial Park

Street Dance Featuring: 
Bad Habits Brass, a funk and soul band, 6:30 p.m.
Arch Allies, a REO, Styx, Journey Cover Band, 9 p.m.
Second & Locust

Sunday 
Tractor Pull, 1 p.m.
North End Industrial Park

Fireworks
Sunday July 12, Dusk, Hoffman Park

For a complete schedules of events go to www.rfcahmber.com

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Detour from the North

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Jun 12 2012
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Summer is in full swing and so is road construction here in western Wisconsin.

If you are coming to our bed and breakfast from the north there is a very important road closure and detour. County Road F (Carmichael) out of Hudson is closed just north of the Kinnickinnic  River. If you are coming from the east, it is best to take exit 10 (Highway 65) which will take you through River Falls and continue to follow as it turns into Highway 29 into Prescott.

The other option if you are in for a more scenic drive, would be to cross over into Minnesota and head south on Hwy 95 (St Croix Trail), exit 258. This will take you through Afton MN and end up at a “T” at which you will turn left and go back across the St Croix River into Prescott. If your have any questions just give us a call.

The road closure is expected to last into November 2012 so in the Fall option two is very beautiful!

If road contraction gets you wound up……NO PROBLEM…..Once you are here in Prescott WI at our B&B you will be able to REST, RELAX & REJUVENATE.

 

 

 

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