Fillmore County Deputy Jason Harmening attended last September 8 Harmony City Council meeting to ask council members to review the existing ordinance for use of side-by-sides, ATVs and golf carts within city limits. Harmening explained that he’s been reviewing the ordinance with City Attorney Greg Schieber and they believe there is a need to make a stronger, more detailed … [Read more...]
Harmony to begin Small Cities Grant process in 2021
As part of the economic development authority’s monthly report at the Harmony City Council, on Tuesday, August 11, council members and staff learned that the city would be starting another Small Cities Grant cycle for rehab of residential and rental housing and commercial properties. Mayor Steve Donney and Councilman Steve Sagen, both of whom also serve on the EDA, reported … [Read more...]
Harmony woman cherishes doll she won at Preston’s Fourth of July celebration 84 years ago
Gloria Bergey of Harmony has many precious items she has collected through her life. Among her most cherished possessions is a doll she won in 1936 at Preston’s Fourth of July celebration. Just four years old at the time, the young daughter of Obert and Leona Garness, Gloria won the doll during the children’s parade of doll buggies, tricycles and pets. Gloria admits that … [Read more...]
Harmony distillery joins fight against COVID-19 with production of hand sanitizer
As the world continues to struggle with the coronavirus pandemic, individuals and businesses are stepping in to help. This week, Harmony Spirits has stepped in to help meet the needs of its community and greater southeastern Minnesota by producing and distributing hand sanitizer. Harmony Spirits’ owners, Jim Simpson, Andy Craig and Larry Tammel have been partnering with … [Read more...]