Fifteen ladies from New Mexico, North Carolina, Texas, and Minnesota set out on a girls trip to Port Aransas, Tex., to enjoy time together and hang out on the beach. The group included sisters Karly Atwood and Brooke Carr, from Spring Valley. Atwood owns a hair salon in her home and Carr is the owner of Carr’s Club House. The ladies are friends and family that met through the … [Read more...]
Recycling 101 Hazardous Waste Day time changes
By Drew Hatzenbihler Solid Waste Administrator Fillmore County’s Hazardous Waste Collection event is scheduled for May 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Those of you familiar with the event will notice that this time has changed from previous years. The ongoing pandemic and some changes to the operation made this change necessary. As with previous years, I’m here to provide some … [Read more...]
A day filled with surprises for Fillmore County resident, Shirley Jertson
A life-long resident of Fillmore County, Shirley Jertson spent Sunday afternoon, April 18, touring Fillmore County visiting friends and family while enjoying a day of surprises and comfort food, Casey’s pizza. Chris Humble, Director of Volunteer Services at Seasons Hospice in Rochester contacted Jertson’s daughter, Peggy Bjortomt. Humble played a pivotal role in helping … [Read more...]
Blood drive in Harmony exceeds goal by five
The blood drive held in Harmony on March 30, 2021, succeeded in collecting 53 units of blood. There were 48 donors that presented, of which eight donated Power Reds (two units). Congratulations to these three donors who reached the following milestones: • Brian K. Bratager – seven gallons • Harvey J. Hershberger - six gallons • Joseph M. Hershberger – four gallons The … [Read more...]
Bloodmobile coming to Harmony on March 30
Harmony will be hosting a bloodmobile at the Harmony Community Center, 225 Third Avenue SW, from 1-7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 30, 2021. Masks will be required. If you don’t have one of your own, one will be provided by the Red Cross. No guests will be allowed at the drive, and everyone will need to have an appointment (no walk-ins will be accepted). All donors will be required … [Read more...]
39th Annual Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign
“Food insecurity means access to adequate food is inconsistent and limited by a lack of money and other resources throughout the year. Food insecure households report their diets to be of reduced quality, variety, or desirability and/or experience disrupted eating patterns and reduced food intake.” In 2020, 9% of Minnesotans had incomes below poverty level ($25,926 for a … [Read more...]
Cub Scouts Pack 53 collecting donations for Rushford Food Shelf
The Cub Scouts help the March food drive each year. Pack 53 of the Rushford/Peterson area will have cans to collect monetary donations at local businesses for the month of March. Donations can also be mailed to Rushford Food Shelf P.O. Box 549, Rushford, Minn. 55971. The Cub Scouts cannot gather food at neighborhood homes this year because of COVID. “Food insecurity affect … [Read more...]
Fillmore Public Health Department receives safety award
At the February 9 meeting of the Fillmore County Board, employees were recognized and thanked for their service to the county. Due to COVID the annual recognition event was mostly virtual. Wendy Ebner, Social Services, has served the county for 35 years and Susan Mandelko, Social Services, was recognized for her 30 years of service. Leif Erickson, Sheriff’s Office, has served … [Read more...]
Mill Street Fitness, a great small town fit
With a motto of “Stay active, be healthy, live longer!” Mill Street Fitness conveniently located in the Mill Street Mall near Rushford Foods is a perfect fit for the Rushford area. The fitness center is open 24 hours a day so anyone can find a time to work out that fits his or her schedule. Customers access the center using a card which tracks their use; they also sign in when … [Read more...]
Zumbro Valley Health Center provides mental health care for Fillmore County Residents
The term “Health and Wellness” typically causes thoughts of nutrition, exercising, and overall physical health, but mental health and wellness is also a very important part of that equation. Last year and this year especially, more and more people are recognizing the importance of taking care of their mental health. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, people in general are … [Read more...]