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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"Where Fillmore County News Comes First"
Online Edition
Tuesday, May 21st, 2013
Volume ∞ Issue ∞
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- 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]
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- 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]
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 and high school were being rewarded in that short ceremony that took less than an hour from beginning to end. Until then, and even today, those rewarding minutes are still my biggest accomplishment in life so far.
Interestingly, over the past nine months I have watched several of the Classes of 2013, including my alma mater of Lanesboro go through the exact same timeline that the graduating class of 2012 went through not too long ago. Let me just say how amazing it is to observe hindsight perspective and watch how far each senior class has matured, decided which college they’ve chosen to attend, and determined which major and career that they’ll potentially pursue.
What seems like an eternity of sitting in a desk, listening to a teacher drone on continuously waiting for the bell for dismissal will all come to a sudden halt. Trust me, I’ve been there, and the last week can be rough, even for the teachers. Then you’ll find yourself in a cap and gown with a diploma in your hand, walking out of your high school as a student for the very last time, wondering to yourself, “Where did the time go?” Some students will read this paragraph and think, ‘Yeah right, I’ll be happy to leave this place.’ One may think that now, but just wait for the moment.
Now is when the real doors open. Graduates get to pick from an infinite number of paths that they’ll experience throughout life. This can be a difficult task. Sometimes I still question whether or not I am making the right education and career moves. It is often said that it is not uncommon for the average college student to change his or her major anywhere from three to five times…not to put any pressure on anybody. Finding what suits you is extremely important because you’ll spend a career, often which lasts anywhere from 20 to more than 35 years, in your chosen profession.
Scare tactics aside, I have found that the best advice to live by and to deal with this pressure is this: Find what you like to do and make a career out of it. I think I’ve found my niche in the field of journalism, but that may change. And change is nothing to fear, although transitions are often uncomfortab .....
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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 and high school were being rewarded in that short ceremony that took less than an hour from beginning to end. Until then, and even today, those rewarding minutes are still my biggest accomplishment in life so far.
Interestingly, over the past nine months I have watched several of the Classes of 2013, including my alma mater of Lanesboro go through the exact same timeline that the graduating class of 2012 went through not too long ago. Let me just say how amazing it is to observe hindsight perspective and watch how far each senior class has matured, decided which college they’ve chosen to attend, and determined which major and career that they’ll potentially pursue.
What seems like an eternity of sitting in a desk, listening to a teacher drone on continuously waiting for the bell for dismissal will all come to a sudden halt. Trust me, I’ve been there, and the last week can be rough, even for the teachers. Then you’ll find yourself in a cap and gown with a diploma in your hand, walking out of your high school as a student for the very last time, wondering to yourself, “Where did the time go?” Some students will read this paragraph and think, ‘Yeah right, I’ll be happy to leave this place.’ One may think that now, but just wait for the moment.
Now is when the real doors open. Graduates get to pick from an infinite number of paths that they’ll experience throughout life. This can be a difficult task. Sometimes I still question whether or not I am making the right education and career moves. It is often said that it is not uncommon for the average college student to change his or her major anywhere from three to five times…not to put any pressure on anybody. Finding what suits you is extremely important because you’ll spend a career, often which lasts anywhere from 20 to more than 35 years, in your chosen profession.
Scare tactics aside, I have found that the best advice to live by and to deal with this pressure is this: Find what you like to do and make a career out of it. I think I’ve found my niche in the field of journalism, but that may change. And change is nothing to fear, although transitions are often uncomfortab .....
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Preston Lions Club visits Historic Forestville
Fri, May 17th, 2013
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Labrador Home and Garden celebrated the special occasion of their 5th Anniversary
Fri, May 17th, 2013
Posted in Rushford Features
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
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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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Motorcycle charity ride route through Preston
Fri, May 3rd, 2013
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Posted in Preston Features
The Preston City Council at their April 29 meeting agreed to be one of the host cities for the thirteenth annual Ronald McDonald House Charity Ride to take place on Sunday July 28.
The ride raises an average of $130,000 annually. This year it is
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Rushford Floor Covering merges with Lyle’s Flooring America
Fri, Apr 26th, 2013
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Posted in Rushford Features
For years people have echoed the sentiment that small town businesses just can’t compete with their larger counterparts. Big box behemoths, ultra-competitive pricing, and gravitation towards internet browsing and sales have staggered the potential
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Correction
Fri, Apr 26th, 2013
Posted in Preston Features
Posted in Preston Features
In the April 15, 2013 Spring Home & Garden section, there was an error in the A dream complete for the Johnsons story. Soland Carpentry did the shingling on the home and Mr. Soland sub-contracted the shingling out to someone else. Soland Carpentry bu
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Illegal to text, email, surf web while driving
Fri, Apr 26th, 2013
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ST. PAUL, MN - A ticket for texting and driving will make you feel : - ( and chances of getting stopped for thumbs on the phone will increase as Minnesota law enforcement agencies conduct a one-day distracted driving education and enforcement effort
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