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PROCLAMATION
Heights Bakery Day: August 1, 2025
Since 1953, Heights Bakery has been a beloved fixture in Columbia Heights, filling the streets
with the aroma of fresh bread, sweet rolls, and donuts that have brought joy to generations.
Started by the grandfather of current owners Dave and Debbie, Heights Bakery has been
lovingly run by four generations of the DeShaw and Doty families, who've poured their
hearts — and countless pounds of flour — into every treat.
This local treasure wasn't just a bakery; it was a tradition. A place where neighbors gathered,
families built memories, and early mornings were made a little sweeter.
Baking is no easy task — it's a labor of love. After decades of overnight shifts, missed
holidays, and early mornings spent rolling dough instead of sleeping in, Dave and Debbie
are hanging up their aprons and stepping into a well-earned retirement.
While the news may be bittersweet, we choose to celebrate the incredible impact Heights
Bakery has had on our community. Their work was truly the heart and soul of our mornings,
and their legacy will forever be part of Columbia Heights' story.
Now, therefore, I, Amdda Mdrquez Simula, Mayor of Columbia Heights, do hereby proclaim
Friday, August 1, 2025, as: HEIGHTS BAKERY DAY in the city of Columbia Heights,
County of Anoka, State of Minnesota, U.S.A.
Let's all take a moment to savor one last donut, thank the people behind the counter, and
honor a business that baked love into every bite.
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July 28, 2025