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Four-way stop installation planned in Spring Valley at Hwy 63-16 intersection

October 6, 2020 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

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Motorists using the intersection of Hwys 63 and 16 in Spring Valley will soon encounter a new four-way stop, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The signs being installed will include flashing LED lights around the signs, which will be placed in each direction. The intersection includes Hwy 63/16 to the west, Fillmore County Road 1 to the north, Hwy 16 … [Read more...]

Out of the Darkness Walk held in Chatfield

September 28, 2020 by Barb Jeffers Leave a Comment

“If you know someone who is showing signs of anxiety or depression, reach out to them, show them that you’re a friend and that you are there for them and they can pull through this,” states Terry “Hogie” Haagenson, organizer of the Out of the Darkness Walk through the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) held in Chatfield’s Groen Park on Saturday, September 19, … [Read more...]

Citizen science in action: Joan Redig on Paradise Valley Creek

July 6, 2020 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Fillmore County Journal - Joan Redig

By Cathy Malakowsky Information Officer, MPCA Intrigued by the changing conditions she saw in the creek flowing through her farm, Joan Redig of rural Houston County signed up for the Citizen Monitoring Program in 2017 after reading about the volunteer opportunity in a local newspaper. She monitors Paradise Valley Stream in the southeast corner Minnesota. This region is known … [Read more...]

A special outdoor opportunity for families

July 6, 2020 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Fillmore County Journal- Melartin proposes July event in Spring Valley

A special opportunity for families to get outdoors together is being offered at Good Earth Village, rural Spring Valley.  Choose from Saturdays July 25 or August 8.  Come enjoy the many hiking trails that the camp has to offer. Registration is required so that social distancing can be followed. The events are free to come and use the trails.  However, if you would like to also … [Read more...]

Driftless Fly Fishing Company opens kayak shop

June 29, 2020 by Hannah Wingert Leave a Comment

Fillmore County Journal - Driftless Fly Fishing Company

Mel Hayner has owned and operated The Driftless Fly Fishing Company in Preston since 2013, and recently expanded his business to include a dedicated space for kayaks. “They were in the way over here,” he said. When the opportunity came up for him to rent the empty building next door, which used to house Chic’s Pizza, he decided to go for it. “It was always in the back of my … [Read more...]

Will area swimming pools open for the summer?

June 8, 2020 by Jason Sethre 1 Comment

Fillmore County Journal - Chatfield Swimming Pool

With the temperatures already hovering above 90 degrees, a dip in a swimming pool would be refreshing. The rural communities in Fillmore and Houston Counties are fortunate to have city-run swimming pools in communities like Chatfield, Preston, Rushford, Spring Grove, and Spring Valley. But, due to concerns relating to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing, as of the … [Read more...]

Liberty Project – Boy Scout Troop 43 flag installation

April 13, 2020 by Sandy Seha Leave a Comment

Imagine an early morning peek out the window, cup of coffee in hand, being greeted by an orderly row of American flags ribboning a course through your neighborhood. Perhaps this sight inspires your mantra for the day or solidifies an attitude of respect and reflection for a day that’s been chosen to honor our country.  Boy Scout Troop 43 of Chatfield is anticipating it’s sixth … [Read more...]

BWSR accepting applications for Lawns to Legumes Grants for fall 2020 projects

April 6, 2020 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

The Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) is now accepting applications for the Lawns to Legumes program for fall 2020 projects. This program aims to increase residential habitat for at-risk pollinators across the state by providing residents with workshops, free planting guides, and opportunities to apply for reimbursement for gardening projects. The new … [Read more...]

Houston County Farm Bureau announces Biggest Doe Contest winner

February 10, 2020 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

The Houston County Farm Bureau (HCFB) is happy to announce this year’s Biggest Doe Contest winners. Garrett Waldenberger, age 13 and son of Ken and Heidi Waldenberger, of Spring Grove brought in a doe weighing 145.4 pounds. Garrett harvested the winning doe during the regular hunting season on Steve Klug’s farm in Spring Grove Township. Waldenberger and Klug were both presented … [Read more...]

MnDOT invites public to comment on rules governing Special Transportation Services providers

February 10, 2020 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

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The Minnesota Department of Transportation is seeking public comments on existing rules for Special Transportation Services providers that serve the elderly or disabled, or provide nonemergency medical transportation services paid for with public funding. MnDOT is in the process of updating the existing rules, and is interested in hearing from stakeholders about updates and … [Read more...]

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