By Mitchell Walbridge
After a prolonged anticipation for spring and warmer weather, Preston began the summer festival season with Trout Days. Running from Friday, May 17 through the entire weekend, Trout Days provided many activities that were enjo
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"Where Fillmore County News Comes First"
Online Edition
Friday, May 24th, 2013
Volume ∞ Issue ∞
- 11:44:26, May 21st 2013 - airmaxs52274 - Have you ever thought about adding a little bit more than just your a ... [Read More]
- 5:56:33, May 18th 2013 - modgudur - I guess the child is anti-gun control since Obama went to all that trouble ... [Read More]
- 9:27:41, May 16th 2013 - caal girl - Nice outfit on you. I loved some of the dresses but am holding my breath ... [Read More]
- 2:03:34, May 14th 2013 - - Thanks for sharing the trip with us! ... [Read More]
- 4:12:01, May 9th 2013 - Amanda Ziebell - Wow! Thanks to the Fillmore County Journal for this kind story. For a ... [Read More]
- 11:47:30, May 7th 2013 - EW - ramble.....ramble.....ramble..... ... [Read More]
- 10:25:25, May 7th 2013 - Thunder6 - Great article! I love to see the Youth of Fillmore County receiveing acco ... [Read More]
- 6:52:10, May 6th 2013 - Jason Sethre, Publisher of Fillmore County Journal & Olmsted County Journal - Maryh, ... [Read More]
- 7:29:56, May 5th 2013 - maryh - Where are OCJ's available for pickup...other than at the new office? ... [Read More]
- 2:41:47, May 3rd 2013 - Remark1976 - Mrs. Buckbee, I just looked up Senate File 796 and in it there are said p ... [Read More]
Corson named Certified Criminal Law Specialist
Fri, May 24th, 2013
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The Minnesota State Bar Association announced the certification of Brett Corson, Fillmore County Attorneys Office as MSBA Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist. This Certification program is administered by the MSBA and approved by the State Board of Legal Certification.
The certified specialist designation is earned by leading attorneys who have completed a rigorous approval process, including an examination in the specialty area, peer review, and documented experience. Certified attorneys have demonstrated superior knowledge, skill and integrity in their specific field and can use the designation of specialist to advertise their credentials. The MSBA has been accredited as an independent professional organization for certifying attorneys as Criminal Law Specialists, Real Property Law Specialists, Civil Trial Law Specialists and Labor and Employment Law Specialists. This achievement has been earned by fewer than 3 percent of all licensed Minnesota attorneys. More information about Certified Legal Specialists is at http://www2.mnbar.org/certify.
With over 16,000 members, the MSBA is the state’s largest and most influential voluntary organization of attorneys, providing continuing legal education and public service opportunities for lawyers, and assistance to the legal system. The MSBA has been accredited as an independent professional organization for certifying attorneys as Criminal Law Specialists since 2009.
The certified specialist designation is earned by leading attorneys who have completed a rigorous approval process, including an examination in the specialty area, peer review, and documented experience. Certified attorneys have demonstrated superior knowledge, skill and integrity in their specific field and can use the designation of specialist to advertise their credentials. The MSBA has been accredited as an independent professional organization for certifying attorneys as Criminal Law Specialists, Real Property Law Specialists, Civil Trial Law Specialists and Labor and Employment Law Specialists. This achievement has been earned by fewer than 3 percent of all licensed Minnesota attorneys. More information about Certified Legal Specialists is at http://www2.mnbar.org/certify.
With over 16,000 members, the MSBA is the state’s largest and most influential voluntary organization of attorneys, providing continuing legal education and public service opportunities for lawyers, and assistance to the legal system. The MSBA has been accredited as an independent professional organization for certifying attorneys as Criminal Law Specialists since 2009.
Preston’s Trout Days kicks off town festival season
Fri, May 24th, 2013
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The Spring Valley Fire Department
Fri, May 24th, 2013
Posted in Spring Valley Features
Posted in Spring Valley Features
The Spring Valley Fire Department responded to a fire at 135 S. Broadway late Sunday afternoon. The apartment building had four units, two of which were occupied. The apartment where the fire is believed to have started had been unoccupied for over
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Whalan Stand Still Parade moves local residents
Fri, May 24th, 2013
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By Barb Jeffers
The residents of the small town of Whalan, Minn. opened their community and their hearts on Saturday, May 18, 2013 to make visitors feel as if they were “home” for the day. Many in attendance do call Whalan home, and many volun
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Graduation Perspective… One Year Later
Fri, May 17th, 2013
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By Mitchell Walbridge
It doesn’t feel like nearly a year has passed since I stood on a stage in the gymnasium of Lanesboro High School reciting my valedictorian address to hundreds of people. The experience was unreal. My 13 years in elementary a
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Preston Lions Club visits Historic Forestville
Fri, May 17th, 2013
Posted in Preston Features
Posted in Preston Features
The Preston Lions Club met at Historic Forestville on Monday, May 13, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. to spend an enjoyable evening in a peaceful setting. The Lions members were met by Sandy Scheevel, Site Manager, and John Grabko, Site Supervisor. The event be
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Labrador Home and Garden celebrated the special occasion of their 5th Anniversary
Fri, May 17th, 2013
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Posted in Rushford Features
Rich Anderson, owner of Labrador Home and Garden, Rushford, MN, is part of a family rich in military service. Rich determined it was important to have the United States flag flying in view at the Garden Center. On Saturday, May 11th Labrador Home and
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Mock Crash has an impact on Lanesboro students
Fri, May 17th, 2013
Posted in Lanesboro Features
Posted in Lanesboro Features
By Mitchell Walbridge
“Mothers and daughters have a very special bond. From the moment Sydney was born, she was a true light in my life. Every day was a wonderful day because Sydney was a part of it… Sydney had dreams of becoming a wife and mot
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Lane Armstrong, was presented the “Citizen Life Saving Award”
Fri, May 10th, 2013
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Fillmore Central student, Lane Armstrong, was presented the “Citizen Life Saving Award” by Sheriff David E. Mueller on Tuesday, April 30, 2013. Sheriff Rich Carmack nominated Lane for the award due to his actions on the night of September 27, 201
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