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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"Where Fillmore County News Comes First"
Online Edition
Saturday, May 25th, 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]
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 elected vice-chairman. The meetings will continue to be scheduled on the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m.
State Veterans Cemetery
A very detailed application for a CUP was submitted by Stantec Consulting on behalf of Fillmore County. The proposed cemetery is to be located on what is now county owned property south of Preston northeast of the Fillmore County Recycling Center, behind the state shop. Donation of the land for this purpose by the county put them toward the top of the list of possible veterans cemetery sites. The 176 acre proposed cemetery site is located in Carrolton and Preston Townships. A small parcel is within the Preston city limits, but owned by the county. It was recently rezoned by the city to Agricultural Residential allowing it to be permitted as a cemetery.
The purpose for building new veterans cemeteries is to provide reasonable access for veterans and their families. Reasonable access is defined as a cemetery option within a 75 mile radius for about 90 percent of the country’s veterans.
The state provides initial funding for studying the site and design which will be reimbursed when a federal grant is approved. The value of the land is not reimbursable.
Completion of construction documents and competitive bidding is expected to be done this spring. Initial construction is expected by the summer of 2014. “The proposed facility will be a unique, dramatic and expansive State Veterans Cemetery.”
The cemetery “will result in the development of approximately 58 of the overall 176 acre cemetery site at the completion of the final future phase.” One-hundred and eighteen acres will be preserved in a natural condition.
On the eastern boundary there is the Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail. In the future a pedestrian path may connect the trail to the cemetery.
Access to the cemetery off Highway 52 will be on the same driveway as the MnDot District 6 Preston Truck Station.
The cemetery will be developed in phases, the first phase involving about 26 acres. Over 37,000 in-ground burial sites are planned. The full completion of the cemetery is anticipated to take .....
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State Veterans Cemetery
A very detailed application for a CUP was submitted by Stantec Consulting on behalf of Fillmore County. The proposed cemetery is to be located on what is now county owned property south of Preston northeast of the Fillmore County Recycling Center, behind the state shop. Donation of the land for this purpose by the county put them toward the top of the list of possible veterans cemetery sites. The 176 acre proposed cemetery site is located in Carrolton and Preston Townships. A small parcel is within the Preston city limits, but owned by the county. It was recently rezoned by the city to Agricultural Residential allowing it to be permitted as a cemetery.
The purpose for building new veterans cemeteries is to provide reasonable access for veterans and their families. Reasonable access is defined as a cemetery option within a 75 mile radius for about 90 percent of the country’s veterans.
The state provides initial funding for studying the site and design which will be reimbursed when a federal grant is approved. The value of the land is not reimbursable.
Completion of construction documents and competitive bidding is expected to be done this spring. Initial construction is expected by the summer of 2014. “The proposed facility will be a unique, dramatic and expansive State Veterans Cemetery.”
The cemetery “will result in the development of approximately 58 of the overall 176 acre cemetery site at the completion of the final future phase.” One-hundred and eighteen acres will be preserved in a natural condition.
On the eastern boundary there is the Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail. In the future a pedestrian path may connect the trail to the cemetery.
Access to the cemetery off Highway 52 will be on the same driveway as the MnDot District 6 Preston Truck Station.
The cemetery will be developed in phases, the first phase involving about 26 acres. Over 37,000 in-ground burial sites are planned. The full completion of the cemetery is anticipated to take .....
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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
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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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Chatfield Community Education supports and serves families
Fri, Apr 5th, 2013
Posted in Chatfield Features
Posted in Chatfield Features
Chatfield Community Education recognizes the importance of early childhood experiences. Therefore, it is a priority to support and serve families with young children. Programs and services have been designed with the young child in mind.
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Investments in early education will place kids on path to success
Fri, Apr 5th, 2013
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By Brenda Cassellius,
Minnesota Commissioner of Education
Much has been written about the long-term benefits of high quality early education and all day kindergarten, especially for poor children. Research abounds to support investments in young l
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Head Start works together with families to build bright futures
Fri, Apr 5th, 2013
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Semcac Head Start is a high quality preschool program serving six counties in Southeast Minnesota. We work as a full-service support and development program offering services in four areas: Parent Involvement, Early Childhood Education, Health and N
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