By Eric Lee Harmony, MN The story of America is expanding. What I grew up with is vastly different from what today’s children will grow up with. The story is growing, and it leaves us with a choice. Growing up in the 1980s, we revered Christopher Columbus, and we learned glorious tales of the spirit of exploration, with the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria. We … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2017
Government this week
Monday, June 5 City of Houston Planning Commission/EDA, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. Lanesboro City Council, City Hall, 5:30 p.m. • Preston City Council, Council Chambers, 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 6 Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. • Ostrander City Council, Community Center, 6 p.m. • Rushford Village City Council, CRV Office, 7 p.m. Wednesday, June … [Read more...]
One Moment, Please… Shifting gears
As we take to the road on these beautiful sun-filled days, we see hot rods and motorcycles revving engines up and down the highways. The increased torque and horsepower of these beastly machines would lead one to believe we have entered a new muscle car era that rivals the 1960s. The 2017 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat boasts 707 hp with 650 lb-ft of torque, claiming … [Read more...]
Willard H. Patchin
Willard H. Patchin Willard H. Patchin, 93, of Canton Minn., died peacefully on Saturday, June 3, 2017, at his home, surrounded by his loved ones. Willard was born May 29, 1924, in Canton, Ohio. He attended school in Stewartville, Minn. After, he joined the United States Navy in December of 1943. He was honorably discharged as a Signalman of 3rd Class on May 10, 1946. In … [Read more...]
Chatfield “Music in the Park” summer schedule
Bring your family and enjoy an old-fashioned summer evening of food and music in the beautiful Chatfield City Park. The free concerts are every Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. in the band shell. Food, snacks and refreshments will be available for purchase. The Brass Band is a 40-member community band that performs a variety of music that appeals to all ages. Concerts will … [Read more...]
Summer Food Service Program at Fillmore Central
Fillmore Central Public Schools #2198 is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and meet nutritional standards established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Site name and address: Fillmore Central Elementary, 702 Chatfield St., Preston, Minn. 55965. Meals will be served Monday through Friday, … [Read more...]
Flag Burning Ceremony in Harmony June 14
Harmony American Legion Post #81 is having a Flag Burning Ceremony on Wednesday, June 14 at 5 p.m. in the Harmony Community Center parking lot. Please bring your worn flag to the ceremony, give to a Legion member, or drop off at Koliha Insurance Services, 25 Main Ave. South, Harmony for it to be included in this ceremony. … [Read more...]
Free health screening offered in Chatfield
Fillmore County Public Health (FCPH) and F & M Bank are partnering to host a free blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose screening event. The screening event will be held on Thursday, June 15, 2017, from 8-9:30 a.m. at the F & M Bank located at 229 Main Street North in Chatfield, Minn. To participate in the screening you must: • Be 18 years of age or older. • … [Read more...]
Call for artists to participate in July Art Month
Regional artists will be featured at the 3rd Annual HARC (Houston Arts Resource Council) Art Month this July at the Houston Nature Center. Artists of all stages of development are encouraged to participate – though, if not a HARC member already, a $15 annual membership fee will be necessary to join. No additional fees for showing your works one to two pieces, either tabletop … [Read more...]
Harmony Community Garden accepting applications
The Harmony Community Garden is currently accepting applications for raised bed gardening. A number of 4x8-foot raised beds are available, in addition to a limited number of 2x8-foot beds that are suitable for gardeners who wish to sit or stand while working in their garden. Applications may be downloaded at www.harmony.mn.us under City Information or picked up at city … [Read more...]