A nice time for Independence Gazette staff report Today's a special day in Independence. The Christmas at the Mill event is from noon to 8 p.m. at the Wapsipinicon Mill, located downtown along the river.
Admission is a donation for the local food pantry.
The old grist mill, built in the 1860s and standing six stories tall, is a centerpiece in town. It was used in producing flour and feed and is now the home of the Buchanan County Historical Society. Even this time of year, it's nice to spend some time in Veterans Park, just across the river from the mill. While you're in town, be sure to stop at some of the antiques and other specialty stores in the downtown area. You can study the prairies, wetlands and woodlands here.