Painting the town

Downtown Clear Lake has an extra splash of patriotic color, thanks to Clear Lake High School student Macy Mixdorf.  Contractor Dave Marreel contacted the CLHS art department this spring with an idea to paint a mural on the temporary facade at 10 N. 4th St. The building, owned by Steve and Vicki Sukup, is being renovated and rehabilitated to house emporium shops, bakery goods and an event space.  Mixdorf volunteered to paint a Clear Lake and holiday theme on the storefront while interior work is being completed as a means to earn Silver Cord volunteer hours.  Superior Lumber, Clear Lake, donated the paint for her artwork. Pictured helping paint on this day was Sean Wendel.-Reporter photo.