August 26, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Status: MN43 Bridge in Winona
They have finally started work on the sidewalk on the MN43 bridge in Winona, hoping for favorable weather to complete the project by October. Signage still says bikes are legally unwelcome on the bridge. However, enforcement seems lax – when … Continue reading
June 24, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on Winona Bridge is falling down, falling down…
Sing it with me, everyone! City of Winona has put up some close-up shots of decaying gusset plates in action on the MN43 bridge over the Mississippi River. Closing the sidewalk is clearly justified by these images. Clickable for detail: … Continue reading
June 20, 2008
by julie
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Photo from the Minneapolis Star-Tribune. Because, remember: Those bikes will be the straw breaking that concrete camel’s gusset plates!
June 14, 2008
by julie
Comments Off on More MN43 Bridge Follies
Today, the MN43 bridge over the Mississippi River in Winona re-opens. As previously reported, no bicycles or pedestrians will be allowed, upon pain of… something. There IS an update on that: Pedestrians and bicyclists are also restricted from crossing, but … Continue reading
April 6, 2008
by julie
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The registration form is now available, for thems as likes planning ahead. Pre-registration – which is the only way to get lodging and Saturday dinner – is due by July 23. That’s only 108 days away! Spend 3 days in … Continue reading