So with our son off to college, we are now empty nesters for most of the year. This is interesting backstory for all of you to have as I bring up the next topic — decorating for the holidays. When my husband asked me “why” would we decorate for Halloween this year, the question bounced off my heart with a tinge of sadness. Well because! (Not a great answer) There are … [Read more...]
Monster Bash is top Halloween attraction in state
The Monster Bash Haunted House has been recognized as the top Halloween Attraction in the State of Minnesota. For several years, people have been traveling great distances to experience the Monster Bash and Minnesotahauntedhouses.com has named Monster Bash the #1 Halloween Attraction in Minnesota for 2017. The Monster Bash Haunted House has been a highly regarded entertainment … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central board reviews report from new back to school conferences
At the September 25 Fillmore Central School Board meeting, Principal Heath Olstad gave a report on how the first back-to-school conferences went on September 4 and 5. After the conferences, he was able to speak with all of the school staff and many of the parents as well. “There was high praise for the experience,” he noted. He did receive some suggestions to help next year … [Read more...]
A little of this, A little of that.
Sometimes I feel relieved when children return to school, for very selfish reasons. It is easier to shop without them dribbling basketballs in the store aisles. It is calmer without them loudly demanding that mom buy them treats at the checkout counter. And it is certainly less crowded at the mall. Even the Greek philosophers felt this way in ancient times. Some criticized … [Read more...]
Chatfield budget and tax levy
City Clerk Joel Young presented numbers on the proposed preliminary 2019 budget and levy at the September 10 Chatfield city council meeting. At the September 24 meeting, councilors will have to set the preliminary levy for 2019. When the final levy is set in December it can be lower but not higher. Young said his presentation includes typical goals and values. One goal is to … [Read more...]