The city of LeRoy is in southeastern Mower County, Minnesota, surrounded by Le Roy Township. The Upper Iowa River flows through the northern and eastern portions of the city. Topics related to either the City of LeRoy or the Le Roy Township are appropriate for this category. The city is concentrated along Minnesota Highway 56, at the Iowa border. Nearby communities include Adams, Etna, Johnsburg, Ostrander, Taopi, and York, in Minnesota, as well as the Iowa towns of Chester, Lime Springs, McIntire, and Meyer. Named for Le Roy, New York, the home town of an early settler, Le Roy was founded on Lake Louise, through which the Upper Iowa River flows, a neighborhood now known as Old Town. However, when the McGregor & Western Railway laid out a new town site in 1867, its business moved to be near the railroad. Originally named Le Roy, the city's name was later shortened to one word by removing the space, while Le Roy Township has retained its original spelling. With minor increases and decreases, the city’s population has remained fairly stable 1950, its peak population being 971 in 1960.
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Chartered in 1893, the bank originally served only the LeRoy, Minnesota community, adding a branch in Spring Valley in 1993. Its history, locations, lobby and drive-up hours, ATM locations, and contacts are posted, with an overview of its personal and business banking accounts, debit cards, and community services.
http://www.fsbminnesota.com/
Open every Thursday, while in season, and on special occasions, the marketplace is on Minnesota Highway 56, just north of the Iowa-Minnesota state line. Its location is shown on a map, and specific directions are given, along with vendor requirements and information, and contacts.
http://www.farmersmarket.leroymn.com/
The library in LeRoy, Minnesota dates back to the early 20th century. Its history and a profile of the library is presented, including the library’s location, hours, and resources, a calendar of sponsored events, and new arrivals of books, DVDs and CDs, as well as those that will be coming soon.
https://leroy.lib.mn.us/
The school system in LeRoy, Minnesota began in a home in “old town” LeRoy in 1856. Currently offering a PK-12th grade curriculum for the communities of LeRoy and Ostrander, the district’s history and an overview of its academics, athletics, and community education programs are put forth, and a faculty-staff directory is included.
http://www.leroy.k12.mn.us/
LeRoy: A Small Town That Lives Big
The official web site of the city of LeRoy, Minnesota presents a history and profile of the city, demographics, administrative contacts, council agendas and minutes, as well as information about housing incentives, and a guide for new residents, area schools, churches, organizations, attractions, and businesses.
http://www.visitleroy.com/
Built in 1898, the hotel, restaurant and lounge are located in downtown LeRoy, Minnesota. Featuring eight themed suites and rooms, photographs and descriptions are displayed, with a list of amenities, policy information, and online reservations. A history and profile of the hotel is presented.
http://www.sweetshotel.com/
The seniors community is located in LeRoy, where it offers a retreat for older adults who want to remain in control of their options, and be treated as individuals. Staffed 24-hours a day, the facility offers assisted living services, memory care, and a list of amenities that are featured here, along with a downloadable application form.
http://www.wildwoodgrove.com/
