The Spring Grove City Council met Tuesday, July 19, at 6 p.m. at the Fest Building. Mayor Scott Solberg led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members present include Mayor Solberg, Travis Torgerson, Chad Rohland, Trent Turner, and Karen Folstad. Also present were City Clerk/Administrator Julie Amundson, CEDA Courtney Bergey Swanson via Zoom, and … [Read more...]
Ninety-seven years strong
Hidden within a life story 97 years long are lessons for living a fulfilling meaningful life. Fillmore resident (the village, not the county) Myrtle Winslow Schwartz graciously shared her story that is filled with many practical lessons, and lots of laughs. Ninety-seven-year-old Schwartz was born in Fillmore on November 25. She was one month and one day old when her parents … [Read more...]
End the month of July by attending Nordic Fest and Houston Hoedown
Experience all things Scandinavian at Decorah’s Nordic Fest celebration, July 28 through July 30. The Luren Singers and Nordic Dancers kick-off the festivities on Thursday evening. Take in all that the Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum has to offer including the Skjaldborg Viking Encampment, folk art exhibits and demonstrations, and the 12- historic buildings in the … [Read more...]
Caledonia’s 2023 street and utility improvements project moves forward
Matthew E. Mohs with Bolton & Menk, Inc. updated the Caledonia City Council on the street and utility improvement project at the council’s regular meeting, July 11. Bids will go out mid-November with the contract to be awarded this winter. Construction will start spring 2023 with the majority of the work happening next fall. The project is scheduled to be completed the … [Read more...]
Houston County signs letter of intent to provide law enforcement services to Spring Grove
Houston County Commissioners signed a letter of intent to enter into an agreement with the City of Spring Grove to provide law enforcement services at its July 12 meeting. Sheriff Mark Inglett, Chief Deputy Brian Swedberg and Spring Grove City Clerk/Administrator Julie Amundson were on hand at the meeting to answer commissioners’ questions regarding the letter of intent … [Read more...]
It’s time for the Fillmore County Fair!
Think amusement rides, 4-H indoor and animal exhibits, bounce houses, live entertainment, grandstand events (tractor pull, lumberjack show and camp, rodeo, and demolition derby), fair food, kids pedal pull, bright colored ribbons, free bingo, livestock auctions, pony rides, and BBQ competition. You can experience all this plus more at the Fillmore County Fair, July 18-24, in … [Read more...]
Houston County to update comprehensive land use plan
Houston County commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, July 5, at 9 a.m. at the historic county courthouse in downtown Caledonia. Myhre led commissioners and the public in the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioners approved the July 5 meeting agenda and the June 28 regular board meeting minutes. Commissioners include Chairman Greg Myhre, Teresa Walter, Robert (Bob) … [Read more...]
Friendship Wagon Train – 34 years on the trail
The Friendship Wagon Train has enjoyed over 34 years on the trail in Southern Minnesota and Northeast Iowa. Since the closure of Camp Winnebago five years ago, the funds raised go to Minnesota Special Olympics. Over the past three decades, the group has raised over a half million dollars. This year they estimate raising an estimated $20,000. “The most we have raised in one … [Read more...]
Take your pick
July is a busy month for celebrations and festivals in Bluff Country. Rushford Days, Summer Fest, and the Root River Antique Engine & Tractor Show are three such events. They are all held the third weekend in July (15-17 this year) in their respective communities. You do not want to miss the annual car cruise at Rushford Days, Rushford. The cruise showcases not only the … [Read more...]
County to act as fiscal agent for State Park funds received by the City of La Crescent
Houston County commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, June 28, at 9 a.m. at the historic county courthouse in downtown Caledonia. Commissioners in attendance include Chairman Greg Myhre, Teresa Walter, Robert (Bob) Burns, Eric Johnson, and Dewey Severson. Chairman Myhre called the meeting to order and led commissioners and the public in the Pledge of Allegiance. … [Read more...]
