Lately, if there is an R-P player scoring a trio of TD’s, his initials are N.C. But in a roller-coaster contest with W-K (1-1), Trojan J.P. was all over keeping 6th-ranked R-P unblemished. Junior TE/LB Jake Paulson intercepted W-K’s first play. The Trojans first offensive play saw sophomore QB Landon Skalet find Paulson for a 15-yard TD reception. With 2-point run, it was 8-0. … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2016
Boutique on Main ribbon cutting
Harmony business Boutique on Main hosted an open house with ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, September 17 during Harmony’s Taste of the Trail event. The boutique will be celebrating one year in business this October. Boutique on Main, located at 38 Main Ave N. in Harmony, offers an eclectic selection of vintage items, handmade jewelry, accessories, home décor, goat soaps, … [Read more...]
Preston sets preliminary budget and levy
City Administrator Joe Hoffman summarized the proposed adjustments to the 2017 budget at the city council’s September 20 meeting. As discussed at the September 6 meeting, there is a $129,282 Twenty-14 Project surplus. Using just a portion of the surplus each year to reduce the amount levied for the bond payment for a period of years will help keep the payments level. The … [Read more...]
Kingsland sets tax levy
The Kingsland School Board met September 19 in regular session. All members were present: Doug Plaehn, Deb Larson, Kristin Beck, Troy Asher, Gwen Howard and Ann Oeltjen, along with Superintendent John McDonald. The board unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including resignations/hires/lane changes of several employees. The board then heard public thanks given by … [Read more...]
School year off to a great start in Lanesboro
Recently hired Lanesboro Superintendent Matt Schultz was pleased to say that the 2016-17 school year was off to a great start. He has been enjoying working with the staff and wished to recognize transportation director Chad Wangen for the fantastic job he does handling the bus and van scheduling. Schultz spent some time observing Wangen at work and was impressed with how he … [Read more...]
Golden Happenings
By Betty Dowe Calling for any person 55 and older! You are invited to the Senior Room of the Harmony Community Center on Wednesday, Sept. 28 at 1 p.m. This will be the first meeting to discuss the interest in educational programs and socials for the 55+ seniors. A questionnaire will go out with the Harmony phone bill this month or you can pick one up at First Southeast Bank … [Read more...]
Red Cross urges blood and platelet donations during National Preparedness Month
ST. PAUL, MN (Sept. 19, 2016) — The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to give blood and platelets this fall to help restock the shelves following a significant summer shortage to ensure an adequate blood supply for patients in need. Through the first two weeks of September, the Red Cross is down more than 10,000 donations from what is needed to replenish the blood … [Read more...]
Minnesota Amublance Association honors Rep. Greg Davids
Falcon cheerleading growing
The New York Times states that cheerleading is the fastest growing girls sport. The Fillmore Central Falcon cheerleader team is growing and anxious to show their commitment this year. They have been working hard on stunts, dances, and tumbling. Cheerleading includes lots of physical activity. They perform lifts and tosses - this is where the “fliers” are thrown in the air, held … [Read more...]
Mabel Class of 1951 reunites
On September 9, 2016, 11 members of the Mabel graduating class of 1951 met at the Mabel Community Center for some good visiting and reminiscing. In attendance, pictured above are, front row: Doris Johnson Westby, Eunice Smith Williams, Neil Soltow, Doris Mohney Randall, and Pat Johnson Dahl. In back: Dale Stroud, Douglas Street, Merle Peterson, Jerald Holland, and Alvin Forde. … [Read more...]