Text & Drive
Technology, normally I would argue, usually has its benefits outweigh its downfalls, however, I believe that you can have “too much of a good thing.” One example of the overbearing technology in our lives is rooted in cell phone us
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"Where Fillmore County News Comes First"
Online Edition
Tuesday, May 21st, 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]
Fillmore County Dairy Princess crowned
Fri, Apr 12th, 2013
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The 2013 Fillmore County Dairy Royalty- Dairy Princess, Margaret Alexander (left) and Dairy Princess Attendant, Melanie Woods (right). Photo submitted
The Fillmore County American Dairy Association held the annual Dairy Princess Coronation and Ambassador Recognition on Saturday, April 6 afternoon at St Columban’s Catholic Church in Preston. During the coronation Margaret Alexander was crowned the 2013 Dairy Princess and Melanie Woods was named the 2013 Dairy Princess Attendant.
Margaret is the daughter of Tom and Ruth Alexander of Canton and was sponsored by Steuart Laboratories.
Melanie is the daughter of Daniel and Pattie Woods of Ostrander and was sponsored by Jim and Randi Wingert.
Candidates were judged during a personal interview and oral presentation and were evaluated on their communication skills, personality and knowledge and passion for the dairy industry. Both ladies will continue on to compete in the state contest for Princess Kay of the Milky Way. Throughout the year the 2013 Fillmore County Dairy Royalty will participate in dairy promotion events including local parades and Dairy Night on the Farm.
The princesses will be accompanied by the 2013 Dairy Ambassadors.
Kayla Biel, daughter of Kevin and Kelly Biel of Harmony.
Kelsey Biel, daughter of Kevin and Kelly Biel of Harmony.
Krissie Jo Biel, daughter of Kevin and Kelly Biel of Harmony.
Daysha Erickson, daughter of Brian and Annie Erickson of Preston.
Alison Freese, daughter of Jeff and Carolyn Freese of Lanesboro.
Sarah Hopp, daughter of Doug and Heather Hopp of Chatfield.
Devin Troendle, son of Pat and Christine Troendle of Lanesboro.
Coltin Wingert, son of Jim and Randi Wingert of Harmony.
Morgan Wingert, daughter of Jim and Randi Wingert of Harmony.
At the coronation the 2013 Dairy Night on the Farm was announced to be held at Boettcher Dairy near Wykoff on June 29.
Margaret is the daughter of Tom and Ruth Alexander of Canton and was sponsored by Steuart Laboratories.
Melanie is the daughter of Daniel and Pattie Woods of Ostrander and was sponsored by Jim and Randi Wingert.
Candidates were judged during a personal interview and oral presentation and were evaluated on their communication skills, personality and knowledge and passion for the dairy industry. Both ladies will continue on to compete in the state contest for Princess Kay of the Milky Way. Throughout the year the 2013 Fillmore County Dairy Royalty will participate in dairy promotion events including local parades and Dairy Night on the Farm.
The princesses will be accompanied by the 2013 Dairy Ambassadors.
Kayla Biel, daughter of Kevin and Kelly Biel of Harmony.
Kelsey Biel, daughter of Kevin and Kelly Biel of Harmony.
Krissie Jo Biel, daughter of Kevin and Kelly Biel of Harmony.
Daysha Erickson, daughter of Brian and Annie Erickson of Preston.
Alison Freese, daughter of Jeff and Carolyn Freese of Lanesboro.
Sarah Hopp, daughter of Doug and Heather Hopp of Chatfield.
Devin Troendle, son of Pat and Christine Troendle of Lanesboro.
Coltin Wingert, son of Jim and Randi Wingert of Harmony.
Morgan Wingert, daughter of Jim and Randi Wingert of Harmony.
At the coronation the 2013 Dairy Night on the Farm was announced to be held at Boettcher Dairy near Wykoff on June 29.
JuliaClaire Repeat Boutique in Preston celebrates its first year
Fri, Apr 5th, 2013
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Trish Keating opened up a consignment shop in Preston a year ago, and named it JuliaClaire Repeat Boutique, after her two granddaughters. She had dreamed of owning her own shop for years, and worked hard to make that dream come true.
“It’s ha
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Veterans Cemetery CUP approved
Fri, Apr 5th, 2013
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The Planning Commission considered and approved two different Conditional Use Permits (CUP) at their March 28 meeting. This was the first Planning Commission meeting since November 2012. Gary Ruskell was elected chairman and Steve Duxbury was elec
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Correction
Fri, Apr 5th, 2013
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In the April 1 issue of the Fillmore County Journal, it was incorrectly stated that the Tae Kwon Do classes taught by Jerry Bartley are held on Tuesday nights in Preston. They are actually held on Monday nights in Preston, and Thursday nights in Lan
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Greetings from the Fillmore County History Center
Fri, Apr 5th, 2013
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With the commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War (2011-2015) still in swing, all four 2013 fundraising programs at the Fillmore County History Center feature Civil War themes.
We kick off our slate of events on April 27th when m
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Houston, we have owlets!
Fri, Apr 5th, 2013
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By Karla Bloem
A white, fuzzy, wobbly head reaches upwards through a fluffy curtain of feathers to be met by a tiny bit of a pocket gopher, gently rubbed against its beak. Iris, the tiny owlet’s mother, utters quiet chitters of encouragement to
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Storm spotter training offered by National Weather Service
Fri, Apr 5th, 2013
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The National Weather Service (NWS) will be holding a SKYWARN Severe Weather Spotter Training class in Mabel, MN on Monday, April 22nd. The training will be held at the Mabel Canton Public School starting at 6:30 p.m.
The class will last around 2 h
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Early childhood programs in Lanesboro strive to emphasize early learning
Fri, Apr 5th, 2013
Posted in Lanesboro Features
Posted in Lanesboro Features
The early childhood programs at Lanesboro strive to meet the goals of emphasizing the importance of early learning and early literacy. We welcome you to learn more about our programs and would love you to join us!
Early Childhood Family
Educatio
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